Archive | September 2014

Strata Cleaning

Sep29

Strata Cleaning

Strata Cleaning

If you have learned a lot from the previous information that I have given in this training manual you may like to now approach Strata Management Companies in an effort to build a base of strata clients. So that you can understand the difference, Strata Cleaning is defined as cleaning the common areas in unit blocks that are overseen by body corporate committees. Owners of units within these blocks pay strata levy fees that cover the expenses involved in maintaining the upkeep of these blocks, and from these levies you will earn your income for keeping the common areas clean and the gardens maintained. Continue reading →

Guide for Window Cleaning Rates

Sep27

Guide for Window Cleaning Rates

Guide for Window Cleaning Rates

The following list contains a guide for estimating the fee for service on Windows. These prices are for the standard service, which includes the cleaning of the glass, window frames and flyscreens. Also available are the budget and the deluxe service, and the client should be given the option to choose what level of service they would like: Continue reading →

Window Cleaning

Sep27

Window Cleaning

Window Cleaning

Making Cloudy Glass Perfectly Clear

Washing glass can be one of the easiest of chores and does not have to be time-consuming. If the area is small, as with a tabletop or a mirror, cleaning is a simple matter of spraying on a standard window cleaning fluid and wiping it off with a lint-free cloth or newspaper. Or, sponging it down with dishwashing liquid in hot water and drying it with a t-towel. Even a delicate crystal chandelier can be easily cleaned with a spray of Windex. This will spare you the tedium of dismantling and washing the fixture crystal by fragile crystal. Continue reading →

You’ve Finished!

Sep25

You’ve Finished!

You’ve Finished!

Before leaving the client’s home, have you checked the following:

  • All lights have been turned off
  • All plugs that were removed from their power points have been replaced.
  • All cleaning equipment is returned to the place where it is kept.
  • Check vacuum cleaner bag and empty if necessary.
  • All windows and doors are closed and have been locked.
  • All furniture is replaced to its original position after vacuuming.
  • All items that were moved when dusting have been replaced to their original position.
  • The garbage has been put out.
  • The mop has been rinsed and hung out to dry.
  • The bucket has been emptied, rinsed and replaced.
  • The cleaning cloths have been rinsed and hung out to dry, NOT placed in the laundry basket on top of the client’s clothing.
  • All telephone extensions have their handle on the hook.

Continue reading →

Renovation Cleans

Sep23

Renovation Cleans

Renovation Cleans

There will be occasions when you will be asked to do either a Renovation Clean or a Builders Clean, so you will need to be prepared for how to do the work. Renovation Cleans are relatively simple to do – they just require a lot more time than the usual Spring-Clean. Builders Cleans are much harder and require specialized knowledge for you to successfully tackle them without creating damage due to your inexperience and lack of knowledge. Continue reading →

Vacate Cleaning

Sep22

Vacate Cleaning

Vacate Cleaning

CHECKLIST OF JOBS FOR A VACATE CLEAN

Vacuum throughout, or sweep and mop

Clean the inside of cupboards and robes

Clean the oven if needed                                                      

Clean marks off walls Continue reading →

Floors

Sep21

Floors

Floors

The most complained about and therefore noticed part of your work!

Vacuuming –
On your first visit to a new job remember to ask your client where they keep all the products and equipment, especially the vacuum. Firstly, make sure the bag inside is empty enough to produce a strong suction, and if it is not, replace it. This will make your job so much easier, as will changing or cleaning the dust filters. If you cannot find the bags or you use the last one or there are already none left, you will need to leave a note for your client asking them to purchase more or leave one out for you. Check the suction by placing your hand under the nozzle and if it appears that there is a blockage use a wire coat hangar to push it through. Continue reading →

Living Areas

Sep19

Living Areas

Living Areas

Lounge Rooms, Dining Rooms, Bedrooms, Study’s

Required: General dusting and polishing of furniture (within reach)

Dusting of skirting boards, windowsills, picture frames and rails,

                        and door frames and mouldings (on a rotational basis)

                        Dust the ornaments, replacing them in the exact same position and angle Continue reading →

Kitchens

Sep17

Kitchens

Kitchens

Again, everyone notices Kitchens and Bathrooms

Required        Wipe all fronts of cupboards and tops of benches

                        Wipe the outside and top of the refrigerator, stove and oven

                        Clean the inside and the outside of the microwave oven

                       Clean off all splash marks on tiles behind stove top and

                       window above kitchen sink, then dust window sills Continue reading →

Bathrooms

Sep15

Bathrooms

Bathrooms

Everyone notices Bathrooms and Kitchens Required       

Clean the shower screen and door tracks ensuring that all glass has no streaks

Scrub and sanitise the shower recess floor

Remove mould from grout & soap residue from tiles (especially the line of soap under the

Clean the soap dish, shine the taps soap dish) Continue reading →