The Hidden Costs of Custodian Turnover and How to Address Them

With a 200% turnover rate in the custodial industry, many staff are replaced multiple times a year. This churn creates hidden costs that impact productivity, morale, and service quality. Understanding these costs and adopting strategies to reduce turnover is key when choosing a custodial provider. Here are a few specific steps you can take: Recruitment and Hiring CostsHigh turnover demands constant recruitment, which is both time-consuming and costly. The Society for Human Resource Management estimates hiring a new employee costs $4,700.Strategy: Work with custodial providers that focus on retention by offering competitive wages and benefits. Investing in staff reduces turnover…

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What’s the Best Choice for Janitorial Services?

Staffing Agency vs. Professional Cleaning Company vs. In-House When it comes to keeping your facility clean, businesses often face a decision between using a staffing agency, hiring a professional cleaning company, or managing cleaning duties in-house. Each option comes with its own advantages and challenges, and understanding these can help you make an informed choice that best meets your needs. Staffing Agency: What You Get A staffing agency provides workers to fulfill various roles, including janitorial services. Essentially, they supply personnel who can handle cleaning duties but don’t specialize exclusively in cleaning. Here’s what you can expect from a staffing…

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Implementing AI in Facility Management: What to Expect in 2025

Facility management is undergoing a major transformation, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) expected to become a vital component by 2025.

According to a report by McKinsey & Company, AI has the potential to boost productivity in facility management by up to 40%, while reducing operational costs. AI technologies will significantly enhance operational efficiency, promote greater sustainability, and improve overall occupant satisfaction.

In this blog post, we dive deep into the most impactful AI applications in facility management, highlight real-life examples of successful AI integration, and share practical tips for smooth implementation. Backed by expert insights, data, and industry trends …

Navigating the Latest Labor Laws and Their Impact on Your Cleaning Budget

In a pivotal move on April 23, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) shook up the landscape with its finalized rule, signaling a substantial shift in compensation thresholds for exempt employees under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). With over four million employees slated to be affected by these changes, it’s crucial for those overseeing or procuring commercial cleaning services to be in the know. The Current LandscapeUnder the current regulations, employees must meet three criteria to qualify as exempt from overtime pay under the FLSA’s executive, administrative, or professional exemptions: • Fulfill specific white-collar job duties, a…

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Does Your Commercial Cleaning Service Purchase Their Cleaning Supplies from the Dollar General Store?

4 Ways to Know You Are Dealing With A Professionally Run Janitorial Company The choice of where a company purchases its cleaning supplies might seem like an insignificant detail. However, it may also be an indicator of the professionalism and quality of service you are receiving from your current vendor or expect to receive from a future service provider. Where a company sources its supplies is just the tip of the iceberg of what differentiates professionally run commercial janitorial companies from their counterparts. Customer-Centric Service Delivery Model A professionally run janitorial company listens to its customers and designs services…

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Strategies for Facility Managers: Balancing Cleaning Budgets and Subjective Expectations

Maintaining cleanliness within your facility while managing budget constraints can be a challenging task. As a facility manager, you’re tasked with navigating the subjective nature of cleanliness expectations while ensuring that your cleaning budget remains intact. To help you manage this dilemma effectively, here are five practical steps to follow: Step 1: Define a Comprehensive Scope of Work Start by creating a detailed scope of work that outlines the specific cleaning tasks needed to achieve your cleanliness goals. Consider factors such as the size of your facility, high-traffic areas, and any specialized cleaning requirements. Clearly defining your expectations will provide…

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Where Did All the Janitors Go?

Decoding the Janitorial Workforce Puzzle: Trends Impacting Hiring In today’s labor market, companies across diverse industries are grappling with an acute shortage of workers to fill available job positions. Despite positive indicators in certain sectors, the janitorial industry and other low-wage sectors continue to grapple with the repercussions of pandemic-induced labor shortages. In this article, we delve into three key factors contributing to the persistent challenges in finding and retaining janitorial workers. Factor #1 – The Great Reshuffle The much-discussed “Great Resignation” witnessed an exodus of over 50 million workers in 2022 and nearly 48 million the previous year.…

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How Much Do Janitors and Custodians Get Paid, And Why Should It Matter To You?

In the often-overlooked world of janitorial services, how much janitors get paid holds more significance than meets the eye. Beyond simple curiosity, understanding janitorial compensation becomes an important consideration for businesses, influencing the quality of service, employee satisfaction, and the overall success of your chosen cleaning service. Let’s uncover the importance behind those paychecks and appreciate their impact on our workplaces. Understanding the Numbers: Insights from BLS According to the latest data (May 2022) from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS), just over 2.1 million janitors/cleaners are employed in the United States. The median annual wage for janitors and…

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What Types Of Services Are Offered By Janitorial Companies?

Okay, this seems like a pretty simple question – “what types of services are offered by janitorial companies?” And the truth is, it is a simple question. But, this article may help to understand some of the terminology used in the industry and you may be surprised to learn that janitorial companies are able to provide more services than you ever considered. What’s The Difference? Many companies in our industry refer to themselves as “Building Service Contractors”. Our company name is – “Frantz Building Services”. Our primary industry association is the Building Service Contractors International (BSCAI). Others refer to themselves…

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How Are Daily Work Hours Calculated?

Estimating the daily work hours on a proposal is vital to the overall price of the proposal. Daily work hours are the calculation of how many hours it will take to clean a facility and fulfilling the scope of work. If the daily works hours are calculated incorrectly the performance of the vendor is guaranteed to be inconsistent. If the daily work hours are miscalculated, this will create a final price which is also miscalculated. Alternatively, if the daily work hours are calculated correctly, the service will be consistent and reliable. There are several elements that affect the calculation of…

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