A spotless, pristine commercial space is crucial for employee and visitor wellness, company reputation, and overall success.

In this post, we’ll answer “What is commercial cleaning?” and explain how it differs from domestic cleaning.

 

What Does a Commercial Cleaner Do?

Commercial cleaning involves professionally cleaning and maintaining businesses and commercial establishments.

Commercial cleaning services thoroughly sanitise commercial spaces to foster a healthy work environment and make a good impression on customers and visitors.

Commercial cleaners tackle everything from small scale business to large scale operations. Examples of commercial buildings and facilities that commonly utilise commercial cleaning services include:

• Offices
• Warehouses
• Retail stores
• Factories
• Banks
• Fitness centres
• Childcare centres
• Gyms
• Showrooms
• Medical consultation centres
• Public and visitor common areas and display centres
• Industrial facilities

 

Commercial Cleaning Services

Commercial cleaning services involve more than just cleaning offices. Professional commercial cleaning spans a wide range of services to accommodate the unique needs of commercial facilities.

Here is a look at some of the specialised services offered our commercial cleaners

• Commercial and Office Cleaning
• Office Vacate Cleaning
• Commercial Glass and Window Cleaning
• Commercial Carpet Cleaning carpet with heavy foot traffic, grime
• Commercial Pressure Cleaning
• Commercial Wall Cleaning
• Car Park Cleaning and Maintenance
• Deep Cleaning of Floor Tiles and Grout
• Stripping and Sealing Hard Floor Surfaces
• Flood Damage Restoration

 

Commercial Cleaning vs Domestic Cleaning: How Do They Differ?

The main difference between residential and commercial cleaners is the facilities they clean and their qualifications and training.

Commercial cleaners are prepared to handle more expansive spaces with heavier foot traffic, more contaminants, and more difficult cleaning applications.

A domestic cleaner is equipped to clean traditional residences and apartments, most of which share similar overall layouts and requirements.

Alternatively, commercial cleaners handle a vast range of building layouts and types that require specialised knowledge and equipment.

For instance, a commercial cleaning crew may tackle a multi-story building with high square footage and numerous tall windows. The same crew will then need to clean a medical facility, with a strong focus on decontamination and strict safety protocols.

	Residential Cleaning	Commercial Cleaning
Equipment	More generalised, such as mops, vacuums, brooms, wipes, etc.	Specialised equipment that is often heavy-duty or industrial-sized to handle expansive spaces or more detailed tasks
Insurance	Varies based on the company	Bonded and insured
Skills	Generalised cleaning and broad skills	Industry-specific knowledge and specialised training
Tasks	Mostly broad and general cleaning, more suited to homes or other domestic dwellings	Unique tasks that residential cleaners rarely or never do, such as cleaning tall windows or large-scale disinfection
Standards	Often operate to the client’s standards or their own standards	Must adhere to rigorous safety standards and undergo specialised training
Technology	More limited in availability and use	Access to cutting-edge technology, such as electrostatic spray disinfectants

 

Benefits of Hiring a Commercial Cleaning Service

Benefits of a clean workplace or commercial facility include:

• Healthier Work Environment: Professional cleaning can help reduce the spread of illnesses, allergens, and germs to create a safer, healthier environment for visitors and staff.

• Higher Safety — Commercial cleaning can increase safety for employees, staff, customers, and visitors by reducing the likelihood of accidents and adhering to stringent safety protocols and workplace standards.

• Savings on Costs, Time, and Resources: Consistent professional cleaning can offer significant savings on time, resources, and overall costs and can also extend the life of your own equipment and cleaning supplies.

• Enhanced Reputation: A well-maintained space that gives a positive impression to visitors and clients can enhance the overall image and reputation of your business.
  

• Increased Productivity and Morale: A clean office space or commercial environment can lead to positive impacts on employee wellness. This boost in morale increases efficiency and productivity and helps employees feel happier and valued.

• Good First Impressions — A spotless commercial space helps solidify a good first impression that can attract more customers to your business.

 

Why You Need to Hire a Specialised Commercial Cleaner as Opposed to General Cleaning Services

Here are 7 reasons to hire a specialised commercial cleaner as opposed to domestic cleaning services for your business or facility.

1. Specialised Training and Industry Knowledge

Commercial cleaners will have in-depth industry knowledge that enables them to meet the unique needs of businesses and commercial facilities.  

For instance, schools require stringent sanitising protocols and an understanding of how to clean all the different rooms, such as classrooms, the gymnasium, the library, and lunchroom.

2. OHS/WHS Safety Standards

Commercial cleaners must meet strict OHS/WHS standards in order to operate in Australia. At Broadway Commercial Cleaning, we are proud to be CM3 accredited.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy work environment that complies with all OHS requirements and safe work practices. We uphold the goal of doing no harm to our employees, stakeholders, clients, or the environment while providing premium cleaning services.

3. Environmentally Driven

Commercial cleaners often have an increased focus on environmentally friendly products and practices.

At Broadway Commercial Cleaning, all of our core products are organically based and we utilise reusable microfibre technology where applicable. We also prioritise sustainably sourced products and non-toxic cleaning chemicals as part of our eco-friendly commitment.

Learn more about our environmental-focus at Broadway Commercial Cleaning and our actionable steps here: Eco-Friendly Cleaning Practices | Our Commitment to Sustainability.

4. Enhanced Safety Protocols

Commercial cleaners have specialised products for disinfecting bathrooms, sinks, and work areas. This protects against germs and infectious-borne diseases to ensure a safe environment for staff members, visitors, and customers.

Professional commercial cleaners also utilise cleaning solutions that disinfect floors without making them as slippery as standard soap and water. We also use clear and obvious signage to warn staff members of slippery areas, when applicable.

5. Extensive Training and Security Measures

Staff members of commercial cleaning companies often undergo extensive training and security measures. For instance, all staff members at Broadway Cleaning must produce a current Police Clearance Certificate before commencing employment.

Staff members also receive extensive training regarding safety protocols, site-specific systems, and building security.

6. Customisation

Commercial cleaners understand the vastly different needs between businesses and residences. We understand the unique needs of each business and how to work around them.

7. Flexible, Business-Friendly Schedules

Many residential cleaners are accustomed to working during normal business hours. Alternatively, commercial cleaners often offer flexible scheduling to allow for cleaning outside of business hours, after company events, or at other unconventional times.

The flexible scheduling offered by commercial cleaning services ensures business operations are not interrupted.

 

35+ Years of Exceptional Perth Commercial Cleaning Results

A clean, healthy environment is key for making good impressions and keeping staff and visitors safe. Commercial cleaning services have the expertise and heavy-duty equipment to leave businesses and facilities sparkling clean.

For over thirty years, Broadway Commercial Cleaning Services has delivered exceptional results in businesses and facilities throughout Perth, including the South Perth region.

From small office suites and common areas to large multi-storey office buildings and showrooms, our professional cleaning packages are tailored to your unique needs.

Contact us today to learn more how we can transform your commercial space and deliver immaculate results you can count on every time. Call us at (08) 9240 5029 to schedule a booking or to request a quote.