Mold and mildew are types of fungi that grow and thrive in moist environments. Both can spread quite easily and if left untreated, they can be quite destructive to indoor surfaces and can cause severe damage to one’s health. People often get mold and mildew confused so in this blog post, we will go over their differences in depth.

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Most of us probably take our time when cleaning, but as a facility owner looking to hire a commercial cleaning company, you—more than anyone—understand that time is money. How can you ensure that you are getting your money’s worth when working with a commercial cleaning company?

The answer lies in key performance indicators, also known as KPIs. KPIs are quantifiable measurements that show how well a company is doing in regards to business objectives. The information provided by KPIs is essential to developing strategies, making improvements where necessary, and overall guiding the company in the right direction. Read more “Top 5 KPIs Your Cleaning Service Provider Should Be Tracking”

An increase in antibiotic-resistant infections, particularly with children, has been reported throughout the country and the culprit seems to be an overuse of antibiotics. These infections are caused by superbugs, or strains of bacteria that have become resistant to most antibiotics.¹ When children—and adults—get sick, it can be quite difficult to determine what illness they’ve contracted.

As a result, physicians will likely prescribe an antibiotic when it may not be necessary. However, this goes against the CDC’s protocol of taking antibiotics only if you absolutely need to. It is also important to note that antibiotics do not work against viruses, and should only be used to treat infections caused by bacteria, such as strep throat, ear, and sinus infections.²

The CDC has also stated that seasonal influenza activity remains lower than usual for this time of year. This may be due in part to the safety measures taken to prevent COVID-19, such as social distancing and wearing masks. However, low influenza cases do not mean we should start easing restrictions. With the pandemic, flu season, and winter conditions all currently aligned, staying safe is more critical now than ever before.

In this blog post, we’ll go over the common symptoms of COVID-19, the flu, and the common cold, as well as how to keep yourself healthy, and how to keep your environment safe and clean. Read more “Protect Yourself and Your Facility Against Common Infectious Diseases During the Winter Months”

With more businesses growing concerned about the environment, there has been a spike in the movement to go green. The cleaning industry itself has been seeing increased demand for green cleaning techniques—a trend likely to be driven by the younger generations.

Another up-and-coming trend to look out for, especially within the cleaning industry, is the use of robotics and automation. Autonomous vacuum cleaners are all the rage lately, and now, major companies including Samsung and Toyota have started testing the use of home-cleaning robots.

The green movement and utilization of robotics and automation are both driving forces in today’s market—across multiple industries. Businesses would be wise to adapt and implement these changes in order to keep up with the rest of the world. In this blog post, we’ll be covering both trends, why they’re important, and what we can expect from both of them in the future. Read more “Trends in the Industry: Green Cleaning, Robotics, & Automated Cleaners”