Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What does green cleaning mean for you and to the industry ?

A. Green cleaning in its most simplified form is defined as cleaning to protect health while minimizing the effect on the environment.

Q. How can I be sure I am not being duped into buying products that make untrue claims about chemical safeness ?

A. Take a look at the claims the product is making. If it looks like smoke and mirrors, it probably is. Additionally third party certification (i.e. Green Seal) insures an independent unbiased party has reviewed and certified the product.

Q. How can a maintenance manager convince upper building management to go green ? What's the best way to demonstrate environmental needs?

A. Green program equals healthier employees, more satisfied tenants. A green commitment means a closer look at your overall cleaning program which will result in lower costes, greater productivity and less employee turnover. For example compare the cost of a scrub and recoat procedure versus an entire strip out.

Q. How can I get started with a green cleaning program?

A. Start small, identify major impact areas and suggest to upper management we want to do a pilot test program with one building or one floor or one hallway ...

Q. Where can I go to obtain information concerning green cleaning ?

A. Several websites have excellent detailed information. To name a few