STOP PAYING TO HURT YOURSELF, YOUR EMPLOYEES AND THE ENVIRONMENT!!! 

Is your cleaning company cleaning your establishment with common household and/or commercial cleaners known to be hazardous to you and the environment? 

Hire a Green Cleaning Company from the International Janitorial Cleaning Services Association and  have your business or residence cleaned with professionalism and TLC. International Janitorial Cleaning Services Association Green Cleaning members only use safe, non-toxic chemicals to clean the areas where you spend the most time-your home or business.

Sadly, I do not have the authority to change the products that my company uses.  However, I do plan to discuss and instill, within my crew, the importance of wearing PPE while using the not-so-ecofriendly products we are supplied.  

I will strive to convey the importance, benefits, ease of use and cost effectiveness of eco-friendly products to my superiors.  Surely, once they realize that switching to a Green Cleaning regimen can and will improve productivity and morale.  Not to mention the reduced cost of medical, reduced use of sick time, and reduced risk of liability.  How could they not turn green?

At Site Keepers we are aware that many cleaning products can be harmful to health, therefore we use only natural green cleaning products. As a green cleaning company we reduce the risk of life-threatening damage to humans and the environment. We are in the IJCSA Green Cleaning Company Directory and we are proud to mention that we are a green certified cleaning company that cares for the environment and our clients.  

Our company does not use harmful chemicals while cleaning their homes & buildings.

IJCSA Green Cleaning Directory Here

No one likes a dirty carpet.

Think it looks clean? Think again. Simply vacuuming your rug and/or carpets is not enough. Carpets trap bacteria, pollutants, and allergens that can only be removed with proper extraction cleaning.

Plus, everyone loves the feel and smell of a fresh, clean carpet.

Call an IJCSA certified carpet cleaning company today, and get that clean, CLEAN. Find a service provider near you on the IJCSA website today.

  

Cleaning house is good for the spirit but it’s not always good for the environment. That’s because many of today’s cleaning products contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which, when inhaled or touched, can harm you and your employees..

Urine Off Bio-pro bathroom cleaner spray:

Urine off is formulated with specialized enzymes and bacteria that break down urine (and other bodily discharges) that cause odors and stains in bathrooms. Ideal for tubs, tile, grout, toilet, sink, floor and walls. No harsh chemicals. Especially useful in homes where incontinence, pets or “poor aim” are a problem. If they can hit it, Urine off can get rid of it.

Lemi Shine Multi-Purpose Appliance Cleaner:

An Eco-friendly way to clean the interiors of appliance like washers, dishwashers and garbage disposals. Made with powerful citric extracts, it is non-toxic, biodegradable and phosphate-free.

Eco-Egg Laundry Egg:

Wash clothes without detergent or soap! The Laundry Egg contains two types of pellets: tourmaline ceramic pellets that weaken the bond between dirt and fabric and mineral pellets that lift dirt away. One egg lasts 720 washes and requires adding some new mineral pellets every 72 washes. Dermatologically tested, it contains no harsh chemicals and is perfect for babies or people with sensitive skin. The fragrance-free Laundry Egg is supported by the National Eczema society.

Mrs. Meyers Clean Day Lemon Verbena Multi-Surface Cleaner:

This cleaner combines plant-derived ingredients and essential oils for a natural way to get rid of kitchen messes and bathroom odors. It’s great on all non-porous surfaces such as finished wood and tile floors, countertops, walls, porcelain, bathroom fixtures, sealed natural and synthetic stone. Plus, it’s made in the USA.

Mrs. Meyers Surface Scrub, Lemon Verbena:

Tackle grimy surfaces throughout your home or business with this non-scratching powder. Contains no chlorine or phosphates. Made with a naturally safe ash and oxygen bleach, it’s great on tile, stainless steel, professional cookware, porcelain fixtures and more.

Simply Floored Hardwood Floor Cleaner:

Simply Floored safely cleans and restores shine to hardwood, ceramic tile, stone, bamboo, vinyl, laminate and other sealed floors. No rinsing, no residues.

Better Life Toilet Bowl Cleaner:

Naturally powered by plant extracts, this toilet bowl cleaner removes stubborn stains and deodorize as it cleans. It’s thick, so it clings to the surface for effective cleaning. Safe for septic tanks and waterways.

Pumie Toilet Bowl Ring Remover:

Tackle tough toilet bowl rings with a pumice stone. Safe for porcelain, it removes rings with just a bit of elbow grease. “Toilet bowl rings are tough. This product wipes them out.

Bamboo Perforated Towels:

These towels can be hand-rinsed up to 100 times, drastically reducing paper towel consumption and waste. So tough they function like cloth, bamboo towels can handle scrubbing and cleaning tasks all over the house, from greasy cooktops to grungy tubs. Made from sustainable and renewable sources, they leave minimal or no imprint on the earth at the end of the product life cycle.

E-Cloth Window Cleaning pack:

Microfiber on steroids — that’s how we describe ecloth. Its super absorbent fibers tackle dirty windows with just water, no chemicals! Get lint-free, streak-free, sparkling windows and save trees at the same time. Each cloth is good for up to 300 washings — that means a lot of clean windows!

Scrub Daddy:

Scrubs clean without scratching wood, plastic, stainless steel, cast iron, non-stick coatings or glass. It rinses clean and debris-free, too, so it doesn’t develop odors. It has a hard texture in cold water for tough scrubbing and a soft texture in warm water for gentle cleaning.

Skoy Eco-Friendly:

Another way to eliminate paper waste in the home or business, a single Skoy cloth replaces up to 15 rolls of paper towels and is 100 percent biodegradable. Skoy Cloth can be used like cloth for cleaning, yet it is more absorbent (it absorbs 15 times its weight). Plus, it dries quickly to prevent the growth of bacteria. Reusable, it is safe for the dishwasher, washer and dryer.

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Partnering with Morgans Cleaning & Property Management opens the door to the new world of Green alternatives in the janitorial industry.

We are experts in the field, and now Green Certified by the International Janitorial Cleaning Services Association, which means you can be confident that in addition to finding the best program for your facility we can do it with the best chemical alternatives available.

Find Us In The IJCSA Certified Green Cleaning Directory

In todays world "Going Green" has become the gold standard in many industries from fast food to janitorial.  In any sector where harsh chemicals are used, making an effort to use environmentally friendly cleaning agents will be not only better for the environment but for your cleaning company as well.

Putting in place a green training procedures for all employees is the start to being a Green cleaning organization.  Focusing on recycling, limiting waste, and of course using Green products that are environmentally friendly as much as possible.  Being a green company not only is good for earth and our health but will give your company another avenue for marketing and advertising that may make you stand out from competitors. 

Harmful effects of using every day chemicals compared to using natural green products.

 Cleaning is an essential part of life, whether we enjoy it or hate it, sooner than later it has to be done. Thankfully, you can hire a professional to take care of that problem for you. Another option, is of course, do it yourself, but we are aware that it takes a big portion of your time. So, if is an option, save yourself the hustle and call No More Mess Cleaning Services.   

We all know that in order to disinfect, sanitize, deodorize, degrease and polish, we need the help of chemical products. But how far are we willing to compromise our health? Research demonstrates that the most acutely dangerous cleaning products are corrosive drain cleaners, oven cleaners, and acidic toilet bowl cleaners. On the other hand, products with high amounts of chlorine bleach and ammonia can irritate eyes, nose, throat and lungs, and should never be used by people with asthma, lung or heart problems. Even the health status of “perfectly healthy people” can be jeopardize due to every day chemical products.

In the study material from IJCSA Green Cleaning Certification, we learned that Chlorine is frequently involve in poisoning cases in the Unites States. Chlorine is toxic and negative not only for the health but also for the environment, it can also be dangerous to house pets.  Also another name that can be confused or perceived as a harmless agent is: Mineral oil. Mineral oil “is a derivative of petroleum. It can cause decreased absorption of vitamin A, and vitamin K in pregnant women. It is considered both carcinogenic and tumorigenic by RTECS criteria” (IJCSA)

My customers often ask me: what’s a good natural product to disinfect, other than bleach? According to the International Janitorial Cleaning Services Association, ethanol or 100 proof alcohol in solution with water, works as a good disinfector. Another option to disinfect is Borax. Borax is an important boron compound, a mineral, and a salt of boric acid. Powdered borax is white, consisting of soft colorless crystals that dissolve easily in water. Borax is a component of many detergents, cosmetics, and enamel glazes.

Some all-purpose cleaners contain diethanolamine (DEA) and triethanolamine (TEA) although, many all-purpose cleaners have low acute toxicity it can still contribute to “long-term health like cancer or hormone disorders”. Other effects to the health originating from every day cleaners are: decreased sperm counts, increased rates of male birth defects such as cryptorchidism (undescended testicles) and hypospadias.

Our environment suffers tremendously due to everyday cleaning chemicals. “Cleaning liquids disappear down our drains, threatening water quality, fish and other wildlife”. Also petroleum-based products contribute to the unnecessary consume of oil, a non-renewable resource. And let’s not forget, the negative impact of plastic bottles used to package cleaning products, currently some bottles are recycle but not in massive amounts.

We have to be conscious and take responsibility for our health, our environment, and the ecosystems around us. There are effective combinations of natural products that can help us to clean effectively, without causing danger. I encourage other cleaning professionals to take the IJCSA Green Cleaning Certification to learn more about safe alternatives, we have to look out for our employers, our clients, the environment and our own health.

Find A IJCSA Certified Green Cleaning Service Here 

Customer service is essential to any industry, it is the foundation of a successful business. The same is true in the janitorial business. It is super important as client interaction and satisfaction is the core of what we do. Ensuring clients are happy with the job that was done and how they were treated will keep them calling us back.

At  IJCSA Business Directory. we value our clients putting them first making customer service a top priority because we understand that our clients make our business what it is.

THANK YOU!

Big Sister Services LLC has gone GREEN!

It is amazing to be certified GREEN by IJCSA, the information provided has been wonderful and has opened my eyes to the harmful effects of everyday cleaning chemicals and the benefits of Green cleaning.

It is with utmost pleasure that we help to make our homes and in extension our communities better by using Green products in all our jobs.

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