Choice Janitorial

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A reliable business providing to the Chicago area since 2001.

We provide: Office Cleaning, Carpet-Deep Steam Shampoo, Residential and Commercial Power Washing and Snow Removal.

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Choice Janitorial specializes in Janitorial, Commercial Cleaning Services and Office Cleaning Services and services Chicago and Lake View. (773) 292-6015

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08/09/2017

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01/16/2017

INCORPORATING CLEANING CULTURE IN OFFICE

JANUARY 5, 2017POSTED BY: STEFAN GREENCATEGORY: BLOG NO COMMENTS
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A clean office portrays healthy working environment. Neat and tidy office is responsible for its output and productive work force. It is our second home as we spend at least eight hours a day here. So, it is essential to keep our office neat and clean. A beautiful looking tidy office boost ups your morale leaving deep impression on your clients.

Here below we highlight few tips which are beneficial in keeping your work place neat and clean:

Draft Cleaning Schedule
It is your office so; you are primarily responsible for its cleanliness. Be sure that nobody else from outside will popup and clean your work station. Every single staff cleaning their work station will lessen the cleaning burden of the office to some extent.

Similarly, a team should be assigned every day for the cleaning of other things such as counters, windows, door and so forth. For a team, it is just a matter of around 20 minute. The act should be monitored frequently by the team leader keeping its record.

This will save the cleaning cost of the organization and the same money (surplus amount) can be allocated for other cleaning areas like bathroom, kitchen, floor tiles, doormats, carpet and many more. This is the best way to keep your office clean as it is effective and efficient.

Use Cleaning Materials and Equipment
The use of cleaning materials especially, solutions will give you shining cleanliness at minimum effort. People do not like to rub over the marks frequently and hardly. A drop of cleaning solution will give good result at least labor. Rubbing same spot for longer time is tedious and people switch to another part if the rubbed surface does not get clean after locking horns with it for some time. It is just a waste of time with no desired result.

Furthermore, the organization should have few cleaning equipment, materials and solutions at its possession. Some of them are:

Vacuum cleaner
Brush and dust pan
Bucket
Mop
Surface spray
Solutions
Detergent and sponge
These are the basic things that will keep your office clean and germs free. But do not forget to use eco-friendly materials while cleaning your office. Chemical based applied solution can be risky to your health. There are also chances that such solutions can ruin your floor tiles and other things. The use of eco-friendly cleaning materials simply says that you are environment conscious. Always check the pH of the solution that you are going to apply for.

Do Not Overlook Corners
Every office has some corners and it is one of the most neglected parts as it is least in use. It is possible that the minimum traffic areas of the office accumulate large part of dirt. And, grime here goes on accumulating until it takes messy shape. So, it is better to take early initiation and get the job done before it looks untidy.

Handle Garbage Properly
Garbage bin consists of various things like kitchen based wastage like vegetables wastage, leftover food and many more. These things are responsible for foul smell throughout the office especially, in summer days. It is one of the reasons attracting pests in the office. Hence, handling of garbage is essential.

Depending upon the feasible time always give few minutes to dump garbage in wide dump-bin. These things should be executed in early office hours when clients are least in numbers as no visitors in office prefers to see garbage passing by her/his side.

Always Monitor Your Office Spaces
Monitoring office space will update you regarding cleanliness of your office. Check all the corners, counters and kitchen properly. Do not let boxes or wrappings scattered here and there. Never forget to empty your bins at regular interval.

The tips aforementioned are helpful in getting neat and clean office. It is not mandatory regulations. The truth is your conscience reaction over untidiness. The highlighted facts will give you certain guidelines but, in reality, what matters is your initiation and responsibility over grime.

06/02/2016

CLEANING TIPS ON COMMON HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

FEBRUARY 9, 2016POSTED BY: ROBIN GATESCATEGORY: BLOG NO COMMENTS
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One of the most basic aspects of appliance maintenance involves keeping the unit clean. Perform regular cleaning to remove dirt, dust and grime from surfaces. For example, if you allow the shelves and interior of a refrigerator to become soiled with food and debris, these areas may become permanently stained.

If you don’t keep the gasket of the refrigerator clean, the seal may stop performing correctly to keep cool air inside the refrigerator. Similarly, if you allow the interior of a washing machine to become soiled and dirty, you may notice that your clothing does not emerge from the washing machine as clean as it should.

Refrigerator
The space behind your refrigerator is a meeting place for dust, gunk, and a host of other stuff that’s fallen behind the big guy. Dirt and dust can clog up refrigerator coils, restricting air flow and causing the refrigerator to work harder to keep cool. To clean, pull out the refrigerator and mop up whatever you find. Then, vacuum those refrigerator coils behind or beneath your fridge, which will put less stress on the motor and prolong its life. Another part to pay attention to is the door’s rubber gaskets. Keep them sealed tightly by regularly scrubbing off food and debris with soap and warm water.

Microwave
Pour half cup of water into a bowl with half-squeezed lemon juice. Place the bowl in the microwave and let it boil for 3 minutes. Then, wait for 5minutes, the stream tapped inside will help loosen food junk. Now carefully remove the bowl, use dry dishtowel to wipe the inside of the microwave clean starting with the ceiling and the sides, finish with the floor and door. If you come across stubborn spots that won’t easily wipe away, dip the corner of your dishtowel in the lemon-water and scrub until the spot comes away.

Stovetop
If you can remove the grates and k***s, do. Soak them in soapy water while you wipe down the stovetop. Wipe and scrub away the grease splatters and spilled sauces, re-soaping your sponge if necessary. Then, rinse your sponge so that the water runs clear and with long strokes, wipe away the soap. Use a clean, dry kitchen towel to buff, buff, buff the shiny surfaces until they are streak-free, getting water out of the corners. Scrub the grease off of the k***s and grates that have been soaking. Rinse and let dry completely.

Dishwasher
Clean the dishwasher? Clean the thing that is responsible for cleaning other things? You might think your dishwasher is clean considering the number of times each week it runs hot water and soap through its system —but it’s got a messy job, and sometimes parts of that job get left behind. You should check the drain in the bottom of the machine and look for debris clogging up the bottom of the door and remove any solid matter that has built up. If you have a filter, remove and disassemble the parts in your sink. Use a toothbrush to wash with a baking soda paste, or warm soapy water. Rinse well. Also, wipe the gaskets around the door to ensure a tight seal.

Oven
When your oven starts smoking, it’s time for a heavy-duty cleaning. Heat your oven gently and allow cooling down. When the oven is just warm, add enough water to a cup of bicarbonate of soda to make a thin paste. Apply the paste thinly to the walls of your oven, avoiding any elements. Let the mixture set over a few hours. Then take a damp rag and gently wipe the mixture off. The bicarbonate of soda will break down the grease and grime and make it easy to remove. Now, put the racks back into the oven. Adjust your oven to a low temperature for 15-20 minutes to let it dry.

Washing machine
Add the baking soda mixture (1/4 cup of baking soda + 1/4 cup of water) to the detergent container of your machine and pour 2 cups of vinegar into the drum. Set your washer to normal load at the hottest water setting. Close the door and start the machine, letting it do all the hard work for you. The baking soda and vinegar naturally break up mineral deposits and any mold growth while cleaning and refreshing your washing machine. Use a clean scrubber to rub around the opening of the washing machine, removing stubborn mold or residue. Wipe clean with fresh water. Once you’re finished, take a few minutes to clean your dryer too!

That’s it! Hope your cleaning endeavors makes your appliances as good as new. Sure, you guys have some great tips for cleaning appliance other than what I have discussed above. Any other helpful tips or methods to clean home appliance are welcome, please post them on comment section below for our readers. Also, discuss your cleaning experience and troubles you came across along the process.

04/30/2016

AMAZING HEALTH BENEFITS OF HOUSE CLEANING

Amazing health benefits of house cleaning
Cleaning is not just about breaking out the trash bags and recycling the bins, but about organizing things as well. Clutter disrupts many aspects of your life, not only your daily routine or tidy home. De-cluttering, undoubtedly, is the most frustrating task on your to-do-list. However, it improves your mental and physical health that ensures happiness and sound relationships.

Listed below are few surprising health benefits of house cleaning which proves that it might just be worth the effort.

Prevents infection
Your house might contain microbes, fungi, viruses, and mould that are capable of making your family very sick. Cleaning your home using disinfectants helps you get rid of all of them. Disinfecting your toilets, kitchen counter tops, bathrooms, floors, and other areas in your home lets you stay protected from the potentially harmful pathogens.

Lowers stress level
Less mess equals less stress. Who won’t feel good, living in a clutter-free clean house? Cleaning doesn’t just prevent infection; it also helps you relax by reducing the anxiety and stress level.

According to the study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, 20 minutes of cleaning activity can reduce stress by as much as 20 percent.

Burns calories
House cleaning may not seem like much of a workout, but it a very productive way to burn tons of calories. You can burn about 200 calories just by cleaning your house for an hour. However, the calories you burn depend upon the duration, intensity, and the type of activities performed.

Some of the top calorie burning chores include mopping, washing, scrubbing the dishes, mowing the lawn, and sweeping.

Helps anger management
Are you seeking a way to burn out your anger? Instead of getting mad at your partner, you can take your anger out on the dust and bacteria in your home. You can easily get rid of your anger and frustration through productive ways of cleaning.

So, after a heated discussion or argument, or a long day of work, reach for the vacuum or mop to release your anger.

Improves concentration
A cluttered, messy home can distract even the most focused people. A huge stack of newspapers, an overflowing wardrobe, and laundry strewn all over the floor will never let you focus on any other task on hand, but the mess.

So, you have no other option than cleaning up the wreck. Un-clutter your house and focus on other important aspects of life.

Keeps Allergies under control
A house, if cleaned frequently, will have a reduced amount of allergens and dust particles. The bacteria cause allergies that irritate your eyes, nose, and throat. Dusting and vacuuming your house frequently reduces the allergens that cause breathing problems.

You can have an allergen-reduced home through proper cleaning and dusting.

The act of cleaning has many physical, mental, and emotional benefits that may improve one’s health. As of now, you’ve known that there are a lot of incentives to cleaning than just having a sparkling house, reach for your vacuum and get started!

04/28/2016

04/28/2016

CARPET CLEANING ISN’T JUST VACUUMING

FEBRUARY 24, 2016POSTED BY:
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Only vacuuming isn’t considered as real cleaning… Seriously!

We like to think that we can keep our carpet clean on our own. All that we need to do is vacuum every month or so and blot when there’s a stain, right?


Wrong!!! What you are likely forgetting (or, if you’re anything like us, what you never knew) is that almost all carpet companies require you to professionally steam clean your carpet every 12 to 24 months, to keep your warranty valid.

So, what we’re trying to say is that just vacuuming is not enough. Neither is steaming carpets yourself. Professional cleaning is, like it or not, practically, the only way to protect your carpet in most cases. And it’s also the only way to ensure that the carpet is clean enough to protect your health, as well.

Indoor air quality can be eight to ten times worse than outdoor air quality, if you don’t clean your flooring, clean your drapes and let air inside regularly. So, you can only imagine how important air quality is when millions of Americans suffer from indoor allergies.

Therefore, in order to keep the air quality in your home clean; it’s very important to follow a few carpet-cleaning rules. Namely:

Call professionals to clean your carpet (more often than you think you should)

If you still are having a hard time understanding why you need to have professionals clean your carpet, consider this; many carpet companies won’t honor your warranty unless you hire professional cleaners every 12 to 18 months. In some cases, the requirement may be 24 months as well, check your carpet’s warranty for specifics.

Meanwhile, most of the professionals recommend even more frequent steaming in the interest of a dust-free home; in fact, they suggest calling in professionals steamers every six months, and every four to six WEEKS, if you have a pet (Keep this in mind though this applies to carpet and not area rugs).

Between steams, vacuum at least weekly (or much more often with pets)

There’s no denying that vacuuming remains the easiest way to keep the carpets clean and area rugs clean between steams. Our professionals recommend vacuuming once per week, to keep those abrasive dust particles out of the carpet fibers. However, you should ramp up the frequency in high-traffic areas or if you own a pet, these spots might need daily vacuuming depending on how much debris you notice.

And take areas rug out for spring and fall cleaning sessions

Area rugs vary in their care instructions, so check yours for its ideal cleaning schedule. Generally, you should vacuum rugs with the same frequency as carpets than deep-cleaning every six months with good old-fashioned broom-beating. Take the rugs out, shake them out, beat them with an actual broom (ideally while wearing mask to protect your face), and let them air dry outside for at least a day.

Blot carpet spills immediately, DO NOT WAIT

Rubbing the stain will spread the goo around, and can distort the carpet’s pile, or fluffy shape. And waiting to clean a stain let’s moisture seep deeper, so professionals suggest cleaning spills the instant that they happen. Spray the carpet cleaner on a cloth and dab the stain, working from the outside to its center.

…and if you keep it clean, you can keep it forever! (Well, almost.)

Professionals say that you can keep your carpet for a lifetime, if you keep it clean. Having said that, carpet life spans, however, ranges with quality, some carpets are made to last up to 15 years, if kept dust free and clean.

It’s just a little motivation to keep the steam machine going, isn’t it?


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JAMES MARCH 29, 2016 AT 2:19 PM REPLY
These are some wonderful tips on carpet cleaning. I have always believed that carpet is something you need to take a deep care of. You can’t just pull out a vacuum and start rubbing it like crazy. This post explains it very well. And if you can’t do it, yes calling a professional is the best way to go. www.mychoicejanitorial.com

01/06/2016

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