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All types of cleaning contribute favorably to the health of occupants in a building. However, as the nation and world continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, the commercial cleaning industry is battling misconceptions about disinfection and how it works to keep germs at bay. There is also quite a bit of confusion surrounding cleaning terms and what different cleaning methods are used for. Here are some common misconceptions about disinfection – what it is and what it isn’t. Cleaning is… Read More

Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Service’s Sheri Marshall, owner of Office Pride of Richmond-Sandston, has been named to Franchise Business Review™’s 2020 list of “Rock Star Franchise Owners.” Marshall was selected as one of 81 “Rock Star Franchise Owners” list from among more than 28,000 franchisees representing more than 300 brands. Franchise brand leaders were asked to nominate franchisees who displayed admirable leadership, business acumen, financial and professional success and contributions to their community. Todd Hopkins, founder and president/CEO of Office… Read More

When our government and business leaders talk about returning to some semblance of normal, they often are referring to getting back to work and helping the economy heal. For many workplaces, the “new normal” includes stepped-up cleaning and disinfecting services. It’s imperative that your commercial cleaning company provides what you need and expect during this unprecedented time and as the nation moves forward. However, employers who “settle” because they don’t want to look for a new cleaning company are putting… Read More

Summer is often considered to be a patriotic season. From Memorial Day to the Fourth of July to Labor Day, Americans happily take breaks from work to picnic, play and celebrate their country and all of those who make this a wonderful place to live. We already know that this year is going to feel different. Largely because of the challenges posed by the ongoing pandemic, vacations are being rescheduled or canceled, and businesses – especially small businesses – are… Read More

Take advantage of the office being empty or half-full and have professional commercial cleaners deep-clean your office to help create a healthy working environment and contribute to the overall appearance and maintenance of the facility. Generally, deep cleans are planned during the holidays or midsummer, when many employees are out. But this spring’s unplanned shutdown presents an opportunity to have the office cleaned and sanitized when employees return to work. What does a deep clean involve? A “deep clean” service… Read More

Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services has been named one of the Top 50 Recession-Proof Franchises in a new special report from Franchise Business Review. Cleaning franchises are among the sectors that Franchise Business Review anticipates to perform well as the economy begins to rebound, along with automotive repair, business services and staffing, child services and education, financial services, fitness, food, home repair and maintenance, personal services, real estate, senior services and home care, specialty retail and resale, and specialty services.… Read More

The importance of keeping an urgent care facility sanitized goes without saying. People who are ill bring with them a host of bacteria, germs and viruses, all of which can spread to patients, caregivers and staff. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to properly clean your urgent care facility.  Determine high-traffic areas.  Certain areas will need to be cleaned more often than others and in different ways. Consider your office’s hours and which areas receive the most traffic. Entryways, waiting rooms, reception areas, restrooms and… Read More

Franchise Business Review Recognizes Office Pride’s High Satisfaction Ratings in Spring Report Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services has been named one of the Top 100 Low-Cost Franchises and Top 50 Best Second Career Franchise Opportunities by Franchise Business Review™ in its new quarterly report. “We are pleased to be considered among the top low-cost franchises and a top choice for people who are seeking a second career in franchising,” said Todd Hopkins, Office Pride’s founder and CEO. “Franchise Business Review’s… Read More