Eco-friendly Cleaning Services

In simple terms, it's about businesses cleaning in a way that's mindful of the environment. It includes the choice of products and equipment used, the cleaning practices implemented, and how waste is disposed of.

At Green Facilities Management,  we're an environmentally friendly cleaning company that wants to help businesses achieve a high level of cleanliness while being sustainable and eco-conscious.

So, in this article, we will look at the benefits of using environmentally friendly cleaning products, the benefits of choosing a green cleaning company, and how to find the right professional cleaner for offices and schools. 

We’ll also look into practical tips on keeping your office clean and completing a cleaning risk assessment. 

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Once businesses start delving into traditional cleaning products' ingredients and their impact on air quality, health, and the environment, they are often shocked.

Ingredients like volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can harm indoor air quality, while certain chemicals and microplastics can potentially pollute water sources and harm ecosystems.

Transitioning to eco-friendly cleaning products comes with a wide range of benefits. 

• Made from natural, sustainable ingredients
• Improves indoor air quality
• Improves employee health
• Reduces pollution
• Reduces carbon footprint
• Delivers a high-quality clean

Curious about making the switch and experiencing these benefits for yourself?

Another common myth is that sustainable cleaning products aren’t as effective as traditional products. 

Again - we’re happy to debunk this myth. The performance of green cleaning products is equal to (if not better than!) the use of harmful chemical-based cleaning solutions.  

With these two misconceptions out of the way, let’s look at some of the common reasons why you might look for a green cleaning company:

• Aligns with business sustainability goals
• Improves your brand image
• Better for the environment
• Better for employee health
• Improves employee morale

Want to learn more about the benefits of choosing a green cleaning partner? 

With the rising popularity of green cleaning, it's becoming increasingly common to find cleaning services advertising themselves as 'eco-friendly.' However, it's important to do your own due diligence to make sure you find a company that genuinely practises what they preach.

If you're curious about what an ideal green cleaning company looks like, you might want to check out our approach to professional and eco-friendly cleaning in London. 

For more detailed tips on finding the perfect green cleaning partner for your business, keep reading. 

We have some practical advice and hacks that can guide you in making an informed decision.

Top hacks to easily find a green cleaner in London

Firstly, it’s proven to help keep your employees motivated and engaged, with a sense of pride in their workplace. Keeping your office clean can also reduce illness and the number of sick days taken by staff, improving your overall business productivity.

 
Having a clean and well-presented office is also essential for making the right impression on any business visitors - whether it’s clients, suppliers or contractors. 

Working with an eco-friendly cleaning company in London lets your office stay clean and sanitised while meeting your environmental and sustainability goals.

 
Green Facilities Management are ISO-certified, and green cleaning solutions in London to suit the specific needs and budgets of every client. 

Our experienced staff are equipped with eco-friendly products and trained in sustainable cleaning methods that ensure minimal disruption to business operations. 

But if your business truly wants to embrace sustainable cleanliness, it’s not just about outsourcing your cleaning to the right company. It’s something that everyone in the office can be involved in, with effective recycling and waste management processes.

 
Did you know that the average office worker produces as much as 500kg of waste per year? 

If you multiply that by your number of employees - it’s a lot! 

From paper and plastic waste to food and old electronic items - every office has the potential to significantly reduce its environmental impact through effective waste reduction, recycling, and waste disposal practices.

And it doesn’t need to be complicated. 

Some of the simplest solutions are the most effective, such as moving to digital documents, ensuring all communal areas have recycling bins, reducing your usage of single-use item disposables, and making sure electrical items don’t end up in landfills.

Top cleaning hacks to keep your office clean

In addition to practices designed to help your business become more sustainable, there are also things your employees can do on a daily basis to help keep the office clean and reduce the spread of illness. 

Regular activities your business might encourage include: 

• Hand sanitising:  Encourage frequent hand washing and sanitising, especially in shared spaces. Provide hand sanitiser in washrooms and communal areas. 
  
  
• Clutter-free desks: Promote desk decluttering and the use of disinfectant wipes. Offer storage solutions like filing cabinets to keep spaces organised.
  
  
• Keeping a clean kitchen: Implement a cleaning schedule for the kitchen, encouraging employees to wash dishes and wipe down surfaces after use.
  
  
• Cleaning electronics: Regularly clean electronics like keyboards and phones with appropriate cleaning wipes or sprays.
  
  
• Employee Responsibility: Foster a culture of cleanliness where employees take ownership of their workspaces and common areas.

It’s also incredibly important for schools and other educational facilities that need a clean learning environment for:

• Reducing student and teacher absences
• Boosting student performance
• Enhancing overall wellness and school pride

Green Facilities specialises in eco-friendly cleaning services for educational spaces, offering ISO-compliant custom solutions tailored to the specific needs of each school, college, or university. 

By choosing a green cleaning company that doesn’t use traditional products filled with harsh chemicals, you can ensure the safety and health of your students and staff while achieving a great quality clean. 

Given the importance of cleanliness for delivering a healthy learning environment, it’s important to consider factors such as a company's reliability, approach to staff training, dedication to customer service, and compliance with safety regulations.

Make sure the company you choose is ISO certified and a member of BICSc and ISSA.

 
In addition to regular cleaning services, educational establishments also often require deep cleaning periodically.

This is a comprehensive and intensive approach that not only cleans your school but also disinfects and santitises it. 

It’s a large undertaking and isn’t something that can typically be completed while schools are open. So, it’s usually reserved for end-of-term and half-term breaks. 
A typical deep clean would include: 

• Classroom desks and chairs
• Teaching tools and equipment
• Library shelves and books
• Gym equipment
• Ventilation systems
• Carpets and upholstery
• School kitchens
• Dining and seating areas
• Washrooms, toilets, and locker rooms

There are two processes that anyone delivering commercial cleaning services should follow: COSHH assessments (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) and Risk Assessments.

 
Both are legal requirements, so it’s important to have a conversation about risk and compliance before engaging any new cleaning provider.

 
A COSHH assessment is specifically focused on the products and chemicals used in the cleaning process.

For any substance used in cleaning, a company needs to have:

A cleaning risk assessment is more comprehensive and is designed to ensure that any cleaning is conducted in a way that is safe for the cleaner, employees, students, and any members of the public.

 
A typical risk assessment requires cleaners to consider a variety of factors, including:

For a lot of businesses, outsourcing cleaning to a reputable ISO-certified partner saves a lot of administrative time and avoids the risk of non-compliance - as the cleaning company is responsible for its own risk assessments.

 
If you’re going to be managing your cleaning yourself, you will need to conduct your own risk assessments and COSHH assessments. We’ve put together a detailed guide that outlines all the steps you need to follow.

We’ve been providing cleaning services for businesses across London for more than two decades, with experience covering: 

• Offices
• Pubs
• Hotels
• Retail stores
• Schools
• Restaurants
• Gyms and spas

We only use eco-friendly products that are better for the environment, better for employee and client health, and align with your sustainability initiatives. 

We’re ISO certified, and proud to be members of BICSc and ISSA, giving you complete peace of mind that you’ll receive high-quality clean that meets industry best practice. 

All of our team are well-trained in identifying and mitigating hazards during the cleaning process, and all client engagements have comprehensive risk assessments completed to ensure a safe cleaning experience for all. 

In addition to regular ongoing green cleaning, we’re also specialists in on-off deep cleaning in London, which ensures that all areas of your business are comprehensively and intensively cleaned and sanitised.