Green Up 2 Clean Up

Fogging: A New Disinfecting Process to Keep Your Environment Safe

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 20:13:00 GMT

As we come together again, safety is of utmost importance. Even though doors are opening and masks are coming off, it doesn’t mean that COVID-19 is eradicated. Plus, there still is no vaccine! The vulnerable among us are still at risk and our hospitals are, too.

This is why at Green Up 2 Clean Up, we added an additional service to cleaning and sanitizing: fogging. Our methods for cleaning and sanitizing have always been top-notch and safe for the environment. By adding the fogging in our cleaning and sanitizing process, we are going that extra step in the battle against COVID-19.

As a cleaning service, we realize our important position in the fight against COVID-19. We have been monitoring the updates and best practices provided by the CDC. For reducing the spread of the disease, the CDC approved a disinfection process that includes cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting surfaces.

Doing just one of these steps is not effective! You must do all of the steps in order for the process to work correctly. Even though cleaning/sanitizing/disinfecting sound like interchangeable terms, they are not.

The difference between cleaning, sanitizing, & disinfecting:

We know that you are concerned about your employees and customers and care about their health. For more information on how we can make your facility safe, please call us at 219-728-1256.

DIY vs. Professional Cleaning: What is Better for Office Bathrooms?

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 20:15:00 GMT

Let’s face it…no one is volunteering with fervor to clean the office bathroom. There are plenty of things to clean in your office building, but one of the most important rooms to disinfect is also the least pleasant. Bathrooms are hot-spots or germs. The toilet, sink, floors, and even the light switch could be covered with invisible enemies at any given time. Now more than ever, bathrooms should be cleaned often, in a thorough, germ-blasting manner. It is best to forgo assigning this task to your staff or yourself and hire professionals, like the locally owned and operated, earth-friendly company, Green Up to Clean Up — here’s why:

There are so many things that go into being responsible for an office building. You might have so much on your plate that office bathrooms are very low on your lists of concerns. However, the health and safety of the office is in your hands. This is an important responsibility that shouldn’t be taken lightly.

For more information on how we can make your office bathroom safe, please call us at 219-728-1256

Introducing Green Up 2 Clean Up’s Covid 19 Cleaning Services

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 20:19:00 GMT

With the threat of Covid 19, we want our clients to know that Green Up 2 Clean Up is equipped to clean and protect your business.

Hygiene and Safety Products:
While prevention is key to the spread of any virus, there are products we can provide beyond general cleaners as part of your regular cleaning service for building entrances, commonly used areas, and high-touch surfaces.

Using Enhanced Methods and Disinfectants:
We work with EPA-registered disinfectants designed to help prevent the spread of pathogens while following strict disinfection procedures. GU2CU uses disinfecting procedures for high touch surfaces.

Increased Frequency Cleaning:
We have increased the frequency of cleaning with disinfectants in high traffic areas as an additional measure you can take to help protect your facility and occupants. We will work with you to determine your specific needs and to make sure we eliminate every last trace of harmful residue and dirty areas.

For more information or to make sure your business is safe TODAY, please call us at 219-728-1256.

8 Facts About the Coronavirus You Should Know so You Can Protect Yourself

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 20:22:00 GMT

Toilet paper and bottled water are flying off the shelf at the grocery store. You get sideways glances if you cough at an airport. Your Aunt Sally won’t eat Chinese food and cousin Fred won’t drink a Corona beer. What is going on?

The Coronavirus. What exactly is this Coronavirus that has everyone in a tizzy? Here are 8 facts about the new Coronavirus, or COVID-19, that you should know.

At Green Up to Clean Up, we take all illnesses seriously. We keep current with industry standards and best practices to combat the seasonal flu, common cold, and even mystery viruses like COVID-19. To protect yourself and those you love, there are some good habits to adopt that can help you remain healthy. These tips apply to your workplace and your home.

Facilities that get a lot of human traffic like schools, medical offices, factories or office buildings are where diseases, like COVID-19, are spread. If you are responsible for a large building, it is in your hands to keep it safe. When you hire Green Up to Clean Up, you can rest assure that your building will be properly cleaned with Green Sealed cleaning solutions. For more information, you can CLICK HERE to fill out our contact form. You can also call us at: 219-728-1256.

Why Office Cleaning Plans Often Aren't the Best Option

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 20:24:00 GMT

Coffee cup rings. Used tissues. Empty water bottles. It is astonishing how much mess hardworking employees produce. Every single day, the office needs to be cleaned…even if it’s just a quick spruce. However, most offices don’t get it properly cleaned often. When deep cleaning is not done, things like dust bunnies, garbage, and germs accumulate. This leads to an unsafe, unhealthy, unproductive place of work.

What can be done? Some managers assign cleaning tasks to their employees. Many office cleaning plans look like an (ignored) piece of paper on the bulletin board or an (unopened) email. Managers have the right idea: clean offices are important. A clean office can result in healthier employees that call off less. Also, a clean environment encourages better moods, which can lead to higher productivity. Even though a cleaning plan is a good idea, they generally don’t work out.

Cleaning plans fail because employees:

Yes, it is reasonable to ask employees to help keep the office clean with light cleaning duties. An employee typically takes care of their personal messes and work stations. Although, workers are busy with the jobs. Dedicated employees work hard from clock-in to clock-out and when there are a lot of cleaning tasks added to their workload, the time must be cut from somewhere. An employee shouldn’t have to dust the ceiling fans and wash the windows. Those tasks are best left to professionals.

Ditch the chore chart! You can have a beautifully clean office without overburdening your employees with chore tasks. The team at Green Up to Clean Up are Northwest Indiana’s green, environmentally friendly, cleaning experts. Give us a call today at 219-728-1256.

5 Ways to Disinfect to Get Rid of Germs in the Workplace

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 21:26:00 GMT

Germs are everywhere! These infamous, miniature organisms make us ill and feel miserable. Some illnesses can be serious for people with health issues, the elderly, and children. Therefore, the war against germs is important. Every flu season, daycares, office buildings, hospitals, schools, and families take measures to reduce the number of germs. However, germs have a major advantage because they are so tiny, we can’t see them with a naked eye. In addition, until those first sneezes, coughs, and spiking temperatures, we aren’t aware that germs have attacked our bodies.

There is no hiding from germs; they exist all over the world. Viruses, bacteria, and fungi are 3 major kinds of germs. When they invade our bodies, they make us feel horrible. For a person with a normally functioning immune system, it can take a few weeks to feel better.

What exactly are these tiny enemies? In order to face our foes, let’s get to know them first.

How do we get rid of germs? Here are 5 ways:

Why a Clean Workplace is a Safe Work Place

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 21:28:00 GMT

Bad housekeeping practices at work? It’s time for a change. A clean work place is a safe work place and reduces the chance of injuries and illnesses. What are some hazards and how can they be avoided?

Clutter

Clutter, like paper and other materials, piled up on desks or the floor may seem harmless. In fact, most offices have a lot of paper laying around. However, having flammable material like paper and cardboard boxes is a safety hazard. Having loose papers can cause employees to slip and is also a fire hazard. Additionally, having clutter on the floor, such as staplers, pens, or other office supplies, can cause other kinds of injuries. Not to mention the stress of not being organized! Everything should have a place and things that aren’t needed should be discarded or donated.

Food and Drinks

You are busy and sometimes work through lunch. Sound familiar? While it is admirable to take lunch at your desk, food and drink in work areas are safety risks. For example, crumbs can attract disease-carrying rodents and insects to your work space. In addition, spilled liquid can ruin your equipment, cause slips, or even electrical shock. It’s best to have drinks that have lids to prevent spills and not keep food around the work area. Food should only be consumed in a designated area and that space should be cleaned daily.

Dust

Dust is a common work place enemy. Did you know that electrical components are dust magnets? It’s important to keep work place dust under control for safety reasons. Dust can shorten your equipment’s life and is a fire hazard. In addition, plenty of people are allergic to dust and it can also trigger asthma. Employees deserve a clean work place with great air quality so they can do their best!

Toxic Cleaning Supplies

Using toxic cleaning supplies can be hazardous to workers and the environment. They are especially harmful when they are combined. Consider using less harsh, environment-friendly option. If not, cleaning supplies should be kept in separate cabinets and handled with care.

Clean=Safe when it comes to the work place. A clean work place prevents illnesses and injuries. This is why it is important to clean often and the right way. Why not leave it to the professionals to clean your office? You can prevent germs, reduce stress, and lessen the chance of accidents just by calling us at Green Up to Clean Up today. 219-728-1256. We look forward to helping your business by creating a safer work environment!

5 Reasons Why A Clean Office is Important

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 21:30:00 GMT

Do you long for a more vibrant, productive, stress-free office environment? It is time for a change. One simple way that dramatically improves the well-being of your office is to hire an experienced cleaning team.

Here are 5 reasons for a clean office:

If you are ready to have a clean office with Northwest Indiana’s green, environmentally friendly, cleaning experts, give us a call today at 219-728-1256.

Why Clean? Work Place Hazards

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 21:31:00 GMT

Do you work at an office building, daycare facility, medical office, educational facility, or large residential building? Let us help you discover the benefits of a clean, safe workplace! A safe work environment must be clean. If it is our pleasure to help Northwest Indiana stay safe with a clean environment.

OSHA defines a “workplace hazard” as anything that could potentially cause harm (osha.gov). Having an unclean workspace can be classified as a “workplace hazard”. Owners and employees sometimes underestimate the potential harm in a messy space. For example, if papers and boxes are laying on the ground and someone slips, they could be injured. A clean work environment is much safer.

Clutter is not the only hazard at work. Diseases are often contracted at work and these are considered “biological hazards”. Especially during the winter months, it is vital to have workplaces sanitized frequently. Having your workplace cleaned can significantly reduce the number of bacteria and viruses. It can also reduce fungi and mold growth. When your workplace is clean, it is much less likely you will contract an illness.

A filthy, cluttered, unsanitary workplace is not only a health hazard, but it can also negatively impact worker morale and productivity. When workers contract a cold or the flu, they might stay home or become less efficient. Also, just by having a clean, healthy, safe environment, workers might feel happier. This can cause a ripple effect of positive energy and productivity.

It isn’t practical to self-clean. At work, you have enough to worry about! You would need to set a cleaning schedule and have someone check that it’s being accomplished. Things can go undone when employees are over-burdened. Either it is their work or cleaning! When you hire cleaning experts, they have the required equipment and expertise to do the job the right way.

Here at Green Up to Clean Up, we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding your expectations of a clean workplace. We take an extra step to keep your place of work hazard-free by using Green Sealed cleaning solutions. Not all green products are equal, and this is why we only use Green Sealed, which ensures that the products are safer for people and the planet.

For more information, you can CLICK HERE to fill out our contact form. You can also call us at: 219-728-1256. We look forward to hearing from you and helping your workplace to be safe, clean, happy, and healthy!

5 Reasons Why a Clean Office is so Important

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 21:33:00 GMT

Here are 5 reasons for a clean office:

If you are ready to have a clean office with Northwest Indiana’s green, environmentally friendly, cleaning experts, give us a call today at 219-728-1256 .

Hiring the Right Commercial Cleaning Company

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 20:35:00 GMT

Nothing is more frustrating than not having enough people to work for your cleaning company. Lack of employment can lead to several problems. It will bring your time efficiency down. It will take longer to clean for a client so you can’t take on that many jobs. You may have to even turn away clients due to overbooking. That will have a negative impact on your company’s reputation. When hiring a new employee for your cleaning company, here are some tips to help you through the process.

Finding the right person for the job isn’t always easy. These tips should help with your hiring as well as your training process when bringing on a new employee.

Hire a Cleaning Company for your Business

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 20:36:00 GMT

The Problem

Most businesses have a public restroom or have the breakroom visible to clients. What does this say about your company, if your office isn’t clean? A clean office reflects the services you provide. You don’t want to make your employees do it either. It is doubtful they will be happy about cleaning the office toilet when it was most likely not in the job description. There are many reasons why you should hire a commercial cleaning company for your business.

The Stats

More likely than not, companies tend to opt out of using a cleaning company to save a few bucks. Which lets the responsibility of cleaning fall on the employee’s shoulders. If your business had a cleaning company, your employees would have more time to get work done. Thus, benefiting your business. Also, if your office was cleaned regularly, and done correctly, there would be a significant decrease in germs and bacteria. By doing this, it would increase the general health of employees, and reduce the number of sick days that are used. Be sure when hiring a cleaning company, to choose one that is licensed and insured. It is the best way to ensure your possessions are safe. It’s also a way to protect both you and the workers from any liability due to loss and damages.

The Solution

Hiring a cleaning company, and spending a few extra dollars, can benefit not just you, but also your company and employees. It is one less thing that you and your employees will have to worry about, and you won’t have to find time to clean. Your clients won’t see a dirty office as well. A clean workplace is a healthy workplace. Contact us today and ask us how we can help you and your business.