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How to Keep Office Electronics Dust-Free

In today’s technology-driven world, office electronics are the backbone of any business. Computers, printers, monitors, and other electronic devices play a crucial role in daily operations. However, these devices are also magnets for dust and dirt, which can not only affect their performance but also lead to costly repairs. At Select Janitorial, we understand the…

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The 5 Best Carpet Cleaning Practices

Carpets play a significant role in the overall appearance and comfort of your business space. They not only enhance the aesthetics but also provide insulation and a welcoming atmosphere for clients and employees. To ensure your carpets stay in pristine condition, it’s essential to implement the best carpet cleaning practices. At Select Janitorial, we have…

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What Does Post-Construction Cleaning Entail?

So you’re building? Construction, whatever the project, marks a very exciting time in anyone’s life. Once the builders have packed away their tools, and finished their work, your vision begins to take its final form. However, before the space can be fully functional or aesthetically pleasing, one critical step remains post-construction cleaning!  For businesses and…

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Cleaning After COVID: What’s the Difference?

The COVID-19 pandemic dramatically transformed our lives. Fast forward to the present day, and the way we work and shop to the way we interact and socialize, the world remains a vastly different place today.  One facet that experienced a dramatic metamorphosis due to the COVID-19 pandemic is cleaning and sanitizing. At Select Janitorial, we…

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A Guide to the Janitorial Cleaning Products Select Janitorial Uses

Tidiness, cleanliness, and hygiene are our top priorities! At Select Janitorial, a significant part of our success is attributed to the high-quality cleaning products that we use day in and day out.  All our products are “UL ECOLOGO” certified, which significantly reduces environmental impacts, as UL ECOLOGO has completed rigorous scientific testing, and exhaustive auditing,…

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How to Choose a Janitorial Service Company

A clean and hygienic office environment is not only conducive to productivity but also essential for the well-being of employees and clients. Therefore, selecting the right janitorial service company is crucial! This article will guide you through the process, ensuring you make an informed decision that suits your business needs.  Determine Your Needs Before starting…

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Why Not Skimp On Office Cleaning Costs

It’s no secret that these days, efficiency and cost-cutting are often at the forefront of business decisions. One item that can be tempting to scratch off your list of expenses is office cleaning costs. However, cutting back on cleaning services can have serious consequences for the health of employees, the office’s appearance, and even the…

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The Benefits Of Having Your Office Carpets Cleaned Regularly

Carpets are a popular and common choice for offices for many reasons, including aesthetic appeal, functionality, and comfort. The hard part? Carpets can get dirty—very dirty—which can ruin first impressions at the office and impact staff’s wellbeing. In this article, we will round up all of the important reasons as to why you need to…

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Commercial Cleaning Must-Do’s This Summer

With summer comes longer days and increased foot traffic. To keep up, businesses must maintain clean and inviting environments for not only customers but the team as well. A well-maintained workplace creates a positive impression on employees and customers while promoting health and productivity. In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of commercial cleaning and…

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Why Post-Construction Cleaning Is Crucial

As you admire your construction project’s fresh paint and newly installed fixtures, a less appealing sight often remains: the aftermath of construction debris! It’s inevitable, regardless of the scale of your project. Post-construction cleaning is a service that Select Janitorial excels at and we can transform any post-construction chaos into an ideal and spotless space,…

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Get Your Business Ready for the Holidays With Professional Janitorial Services

Get your business ready for the holidays with professional janitorial services, all thanks to the Select Janitorial team. Today, we are outlining five of the top reasons why professional janitorial services get your business in good shape for the busy holiday season! #1: Holidays Equal Increased Foot Traffic Due to the holidays equalling increased foot…

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Keep Your Business Safe: Commercial Cleaning Must-Do’s This Winter

Does cold air kill germs? No; in actuality, it helps germs spread.  That’s why the team here at Select Janitorial are outlining your business cleaning must-do’s this winter: in 2020 and beyond, it’s more important than ever to keep our staff and customers safe by having our store go beyond a basic clean.  Having provided…

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What Makes Medical Janitorial Services Different

What makes medical janitorial services different? We’re glad you asked. Here at Select Janitorial, we have been providing expert cleaning and janitorial services across Vancouver Island and the Fraser Valley for over 20 years; we pride ourselves on delivering quality services to offices, restaurants, post-construction buildings, and other commercial premises just like yours. As such,…

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How Janitorial Services Keep Your Dental Office Safe

The ways in which janitorial services keep your dental office safe are numerous. In today’s blog, the experts here at Select Janitorial outline how a clean, safe, and COVID-conscious workplace benefits both your employees and dental patients. #1: Dental Office Janitorial Services Let Your Staff Focus On What They Do Best One of the primary…

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Returning to the Office Post-COVID – How To Keep Your Space Safe

Health and safety in the workplace have never been more vital than now amid returning to the office post-COVID. So what can you do to keep both your customers and employees safe? Start with cleaning, courtesy of the team here at Select Janitorial. Here is how we strive to keep safety, health, and cleanliness a…

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Commercial Cleaning Checklist: Spots Your Janitor Won’t Miss!

Here at Select Janitorial, we wanted to provide a commercial cleaning checklist: spots your janitor won’t miss! Select Janitorial has been providing the highest-quality cleaning and janitorial services for post-construction buildings, restaurants, offices, and more across British Columbia for over 20 years. As such, we hire only the most conscientious janitors on Vancouver Island, Fraser…

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Select Janitorial is Now Serving Vernon and the Surrounding Okanagan Valley 

Big news: Select Janitorial is now serving Vernon and the surrounding Okanagan Valley area! This comes alongside our recent expansion into the Fraser Valley. Now the Select Janitorial team is pleased to be able to deliver our professional commercial cleaning and janitorial services throughout Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Hope, Langley, Surrey, Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Courtenay, the Campbell…

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Select Janitorial is Now Serving the Fraser Valley

It’s true: Select Janitorial has now expanded into the Fraser Valley in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Hope, Langley, and Surrey. That means that, on top of providing professional commercial cleaning and janitorial services throughout Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Courtenay, and the Campbell River area, we now have the pleasure of delivering on our services throughout a core part…

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How To Get Back to The Office Safely During The COVID-19 Pandemic

Health and safety in the workplace is critical now, more than ever, during the pandemic. No matter what phase of vaccine roll-out and lockdown stages we are in, there are still people who have to go to work each day. Today, and even beyond the pandemic, safety, health and cleanliness will still be top of…

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Why You Should Hire Select Janitorial for Your Campbell River Office Cleaning

Partnering with a janitorial company for your office cleaning services can be a big decision. With so many options, from independent cleaners to international chains, it can be hard to know which cleaning company is the best fit for your business. Select Janitorial has a 20 year reputation serving businesses in Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Campbell…

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How To Keep Your Business Safe This Holiday Season

Christmas is nearly here, and even with safety precautions in place, our stores, restaurants, and businesses will hit their busiest season of the year. In 2020, its more important than ever to keep our staff and customer safe by having our store go beyond a basic clean. On top of the concerns about viruses being…

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Looking for Commercial Cleaning Services in the Comox Valley? Why Select Janitorial is Fit For Your Business!

Now more than ever, keeping your office, medical practice, or commercial space is one of the most important tasks in your business. Instead of spending your own time wiping down surfaces, or having your staff scrub the washrooms, hiring a professional cleaning team is the best way to ensure that your space is sterilized and…

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Select Janitorial is Now Serving Comox Valley, Campbell River, and Courtenay

If your Comox or Courtenay business needs professional cleaning and janitorial services, you’re in luck! After over 20 years serving Victoria, Select Janitorial has been excited about expanding their services to more local communities across Vancouver Island. After successfully expanding in Duncan and Nanaimo in April of last year, owner Marcus Swift is looking forward…

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COVID-19 Exposure At Work? Here’s How To Clean

As the second wave of COVID-19 and the beginning of cold and flu season nears, keeping your business clean becomes all the more important. But what if you’ve had a COVID-19 exposure at your business? Maybe it was a staff member who wasn’t showing symptoms or a customer that was later tested positive – either…

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Featured Select Janitorial Cleaner: Marvin

What sets Select Janitorial apart is our team of expert, dedicated cleaning staff. When businesses reach out to us to inquire about janitorial services, we take great care in matching them with the perfect cleaner to suit their needs. We all have our strengths and preferences and ensuring that we find the right cleaner for…

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Supporting Our Front-Line Janitorial Workers

During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have had an opportunity to show our appreciation for front-line and essential workers that are working so hard to keep our communities healthy and safe. From grocery store workers to the nurses and doctors working in our hospitals, there are many roles that play an important part in keeping essential…

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Why Spring Cleaning Your Business Is More Important Than Ever

Spring is finally here and now is the time to help your business put its best foot forward after a rainy fall and winter seasons! Even if your foot traffic is down or your business has temporarily closed, now is an excellent opportunity to help spring your business into a spotless new season.    Cleaning…

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Why Your Community Centre Needs Professional Janitorial Services

Lately, we have been seeing the importance of how keeping our commercial spaces clean and sanitary is an act of service for our communities. If you run a community centre, whether that is for recreation, worship, or business, it is critically important to maintain your space’s cleanliness at all times. While you may know that…

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A Message from Select Janitorial During the COVID-19 Crisis

During this time of uncertainty across the globe, we at Select Janitorial have been reflecting on how important it is to come together as a community both when times are good, but especially when times are tough. It is in moments like these that businesses must truly reflect upon and live out their values. At…

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COVID-19 And Your Office: What You Need To Know

COVID-19, or coronavirus as it is more commonly known, has recently generated quite a lot of concern. It is important to know that in general, the risk posed by the virus is quite low. It is estimated by the World Health Organization (WHO) that of those who contract the illness, only 3.4% will pass. When…

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Why Your Condo Building Needs Professional Cleaning Services

With a variety of people living in and visiting your condo building, it is important to keep up with the cleanliness of the property’s high-traffic areas. These critical areas include the main entrances, hallways, and elevators. We at Select Janitorial understand the importance of leaving a lasting impression for your tenants and their guests to…

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How To Make The Most Of Your Professional Cleaning Service

When investing money into necessary services such as janitorial cleaning for your business, it is important to ensure that you are getting the most out of it. The team at Select Janitorial understands how important it is to provide our clients which a top-notch clean every single visit by identifying your workplace’s highest traffic points,…

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Places You Should Only Let A Professional Cleaner Touch

Although your staff may like to help around the office with daily cleaning tasks like a quick sweep or taking out the trash, we all know nobody is volunteering to clean the bathroom or climb a ladder to sweep up some cobwebs! Here at Select Janitorial, we do not blame them! There are plenty of…

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Why You Should Choose Select Janitorial For Your Medical Office Cleaning Services

What do Select Janitorial and your medical office have in common? We both value the health and wellness of your clients! While you are busy taking care of the people visiting your office day in and day out, our team will make sure that your space is kept sparkling. Let us take care of your…

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3 Sneaky Spots Only Your Janitor Knows To Clean

Although you might be used to your regular cleaning routine around the office, our team of specialized janitors knows the important places most people don’t think of when doing their daily cleaning tasks! When running a business, it is important to go that extra mile to take pride in your space and create an atmosphere…

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What To Look For In A Commercial Cleaning Company

With a variety of cleaning services to pick from on Vancouver Island, it’s easy to get overwhelmed when choosing which janitorial company to work with. You can only read so many Google reviews before your head gets sore! The best way to choose the right cleaning company for your business is by ensuring that their…

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How Janitorial Services Improve The Safety Of Your Business

Here at Select Janitorial, we can all agree that safety is one of our top priorities when running a business! It can all come down to some of the most basic precautions to set around your office that can make the biggest impact. A great way to ensure workplace safety is through consistent cleaning of…

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How To Get Your Business Ready For The Rainy Season With Professional Cleaning Services

Shorter days and cloudier skies are taking over this fall! For Greater Victoria and Vancouver Island, this means rain and snow are on the way! What better way to prepare your business for the change in weather than by hiring a team of professional cleaners to keep your business in top shape, and stay ahead…

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How Janitorial Services Help Reduce Sick Leave This Winter

With the stress of the holidays on the rise, so is the likeliness of catching a cold! A higher volume of foot traffic to your business also means that there are more germs introduced into your workspace than throughout the summer. When working in an office space, illness and germs can spread quickly through your…

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How Commercial Cleaning Services Keep Your Clients Healthy And Happy This Winter

The flu season is fast approaching and as the autumn months wrap up and we move into winter, it is important to take the time to maintain the overall health and wellness of your business.  Staff and client health and wellness also impact how we do business. One great way of practicing this is by…

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The Types Of Businesses That Can Benefit The Most From Professional Janitorial Services

Owning and managing a business means that you are busy with a never-ending to-do list, and many tasks on the go. As well as operating your business, you also need to keep the health and safety of your staff and clients as a top priority. One of the best ways to do this is by…

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Janitorial Services and Security – Is Your Business Protected?

When selecting a janitorial team for your business, the importance of safety and security of your business and the property within it should be top of mind. You have enough on your plate running a business, and making sure your office or building is secure while your janitorial team keeps your space spotless shouldn’t be…

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How Professional Cleaning Services Can Benefit Your Veterinary Clinic

While your team is busy taking care of our furry friends, it’s easy to lose track of maintaining a clean workspace. That’s why Select Janitorial is here to take care of the rest! We go the extra mile to help maintain a safe and healthy clinic space for you, your employees, and your patients (with,…

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5 Reasons To Hire Select Janitorial For Your Floor and Carpet Cleaning

With the rainy season behind us on Vancouver Island, we’re spending our days looking up towards blue skies and taking in sunny days. But another place we should be looking? Down at the carpets and floors of our businesses! Has the mud, rain, and dirt from the wet winter months got your flooring in bad…

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Select Janitorial is Now Serving Duncan and Nanaimo, BC!

Vancouver Island janitorial and commercial cleaning company Select Janitorial is now expanding their service areas, and will begin serving businesses in Nanaimo and Duncan beginning April 1st, 2019. After over 20 years based in Victoria, BC, owner Marcus Swift is looking forward to bringing the same level of service and focus on supporting the local…

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3 Reasons To Hire Select Janitorial For Your Local Business

When choosing a cleaning company, you may think that price is the only factor to consider.  But you may also want to ask yourself, “Does this cleaning company align with my business’s values?”, “Are they passionate about their business”, or “Do they support the local community like I do?” These are questions that can be…

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The Benefits of Having a Long-Term Janitorial Service

In business, the keys to success are your relationships – with your clients, staff, and suppliers. But when was the last time you thought about your relationship with your business’ cleaner? If you have cleaners that rotate each week, or you haven’t spoken to your janitorial company since you first signed your contract, it may…

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Why Your Business Should Work With an Ethical Cleaning Company

Sadly, industries like cleaning and hospitality can be an environment where mistreatment of staff, and in the most extreme cases, human trafficking, can present themselves. The Select Janitorial family was heartbroken to learn of the 43 individuals that were forced into cleaning jobs in Ontario, with a cleaning business profiting off the vulnerability of people…

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Professional vs. DIY: Why You Should Hire Janitorial Services For Your Office

When you’re busy running your business, cleaning can sometimes fall to the bottom of your list, and result in quick fixes to just get the job done. However in the long run, DIY-ing your office cleaning can have far reaching consequences. That’s why we’ve outlined why you should invest in professional janitorial services, and say…

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Why Your Medical Office Needs Professional Janitorial Services

We all know that every office needs regular cleaning services to run smoothly. By keeping your reception area clean and welcoming, your clients can quickly see the level of professionalism you conduct your business with. But medical offices, such as dental offices, veterinary offices, or medical labs, have needs that go above and beyond your…

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How To Give Your Office A Fresh Start This New Year

The Christmas season has come and gone, and your office may be feeling the wear-and-tear of all the extra meetings and appointments. You’re busy running your business, and you need the right team to get your office back to looking its best – and your staff may not be the right people for the job!…

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Why You Need to Hire A Janitorial Service For Your Business This Holiday Season

The holiday season is underway, it’s more important than ever that your business is at it’s best. You may have put up your holiday decorations, but is your store truly ready for this busy season? While it may not be the first thing on your mind, the final item to check off your list is…

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5 Reasons To Hire Select Janitorial for Your Office Cleaning in Victoria, BC

Deciding who to hire for your office cleaning services can be a big decision. With so many options, from independent cleaners to international chains, it can be hard to know which cleaning company is the best fit for your business. At Select Janitorial, we pride ourselves on: Expert, Trusted Cleaning Staff Local Connections Excellent Customer…

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We Provide Janitorial Services to Coastal Heat Pumps

Select Janitorial has proudly provided office cleaning services to Don and his team at Coastal Heat Pumps since 2014. Today, we are sharing more about this amazing local company! Highlights Coastal Heat Pump has been providing heating and air conditioning solutions to Victoria homes for over 35 years. Their solutions result in better heating and…

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