Entries by Tim Marshall

Is Your Warehouse Ready for Peak Season?

October marks the beginning of preparations for one of the busiest times of the year for warehouses and distribution centres. The surge in Black Friday sales, Christmas orders, and increased stock movement can lead to more staff on-site, longer shifts, heavier vehicle traffic, and greater strain on shared facilities. Managing cleaning becomes more challenging as […]

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ServiceMaster By Deeland celebrates two long service milestones

ServiceMaster By Deeland celebrated two team members who reached long-service milestones. Belinda Randall received her 10-year service pin, and Jo Green received her 15-year pin. The awards were presented last week by Daria Biniek, the company’s Field Communal Manager. The pins commemorate 25 years of combined service, offering an opportunity to recognise the individuals behind […]

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ServiceMaster by Deeland raises funds for Macmillan Cancer Support

ServiceMaster by Deeland has brought its team together for its annual fundraiser in support of Macmillan Cancer Support, raising money through a staff raffle. This year, colleagues guessed how many sweets were in each jar for a chance to win prizes. Each guess contributed to the total, and the company will also add an additional […]

Healthcare Cleaning During Flu Season

Autumn causes a clear shift in healthcare environments: temperatures drop, leading to more indoor stays for patients and a rise in seasonal respiratory illnesses. Additionally, GP surgeries, clinics, and other healthcare facilities often experience increased demand during the colder months. This makes healthcare cleaning during flu season particularly important. Waiting rooms, consultation areas, washrooms, and […]

Hospitality Cleaning in Autumn and Winter

Autumn and winter pose unique challenges for hospitality businesses. Customers tend to stay indoors longer, and wet weather often brings mud and moisture inside through entrances. During this season, restaurants, hotels, pubs, and venues focus on preparing for Christmas parties, seasonal events, and increased visitors. Meanwhile, staff work diligently to uphold the high service standards […]

Five Signs Your Workplace Needs a Deep Clean This Autumn

Autumn can be challenging for commercial spaces. As staff return from holidays, foot traffic rises, and the damp weather brings mud and grime inside, leading people to spend more time indoors. While routine cleaning like vacuuming, washroom upkeep, dusting, and trash disposal is vital for a clean, safe, and professional environment, autumn often reveals areas […]

Car Showroom Cleaning After the September Rush

September is one of the busiest months in the UK motor trade. The new September registration plate triggers a spike in test drives, higher showroom foot traffic, and car sales. Once the rush subsides, the effects are evident: tyre tracks across shiny floors, entrance mats accumulating dirt and moisture, fingerprints on glass, and sales desks […]

ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services Expands Cambridge United Sponsorship to Women’s Team

ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services Mid Anglia, Cambridge and Norfolk has expanded its partnership with Cambridge United Football Club to include sponsorship of Cambridge United Women. The announcement builds on the company’s existing relationship with Cambridge United, where ServiceMaster Clean Contract Services branding has already been featured prominently around the pitch at men’s first-team fixtures. By […]

Back to Business: Is Your Workplace Ready for Autumn?

Summer may have been quiet, but September likely won’t be. As annual leave ends, offices start filling up again. Meetings are scheduled again, schools reopen, and customer traffic picks up. The spaces that were hardly an issue in July suddenly see steady use throughout the day. With summer ending, it’s a good time to ask: […]

Why Businesses Choose One Cleaning Partner for Everything

Managing a commercial building involves numerous tasks, from cleaning windows and carpets to maintaining gutters, floors, and exterior spaces, all at different times of the year. When each service has a separate provider, managing them can be challenging. As a result, more companies are choosing a single cleaning partner that can handle a range of […]

What Does CQC Regulation 15 Mean for GP Surgery Cleaning?

When patients walk into your GP surgery, they expect it to feel clean, safe and well cared for. That first impression matters, but Regulation 15 goes far beyond how the premises look. For GP practices in England, CQC Regulation 15 covers the condition, suitability, security and cleanliness of the premises and equipment used to provide […]

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ServiceMaster Clean by Deeland Continues Support for Cardiac Risk in the Young

ServiceMaster Clean by Deeland has long supported Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) and is sponsoring the Heart of London Bridges Walk again. This summer, about 1,200 participants gathered for the annual event, walking in memory of loved ones and raising awareness about the impact of sudden cardiac death among young people. The 6.5-mile route […]

What Should You Expect from a Commercial Cleaning Contract?

When you hire a contract cleaning company, you need more than a price and a promise to keep your building clean. Your commercial cleaning contract should clearly set out what you are paying for, when cleaning will take place and how the provider will maintain the agreed standards. A clear contract protects your business. It […]

Why First Impressions Start Before People Walk Through The Door

First impressions form long before anyone enters your building. Before a customer reaches reception, a visitor attends a meeting, or a new employee starts their first day, they have already formed an opinion. They notice the car park, the windows, the entrance, and the exterior condition of your building. A clean, well-maintained exterior sends a […]

Why Clean Buildings Feel Safer

Walk into any building, and you’ll make a judgment within seconds. The reception area. The floors. The washrooms. The smell. The overall condition of the space. Together, these details shape how safe, comfortable, and professional a workplace feels. Cleanliness is about much more than appearance. It instils confidence. Whether you manage an office, healthcare setting, […]

The Hidden Cost of Delaying Cleaning Until Autumn

Summer can be a tempting time to postpone non-essential tasks. With staff on annual leave and some workplaces operating at a slower pace, it is easy to think that cleaning can wait until September. However, delaying professional cleaning until autumn can create hidden costs that far exceed many businesses’ expectations. Dirt, dust, and wear do […]

Why Consistency Matters When Half the Office Is on Holiday

Summer changes how many businesses operate. Annual leave increases, meetings become less frequent, and offices often feel quieter. While fewer people may be in the building, the workplace still needs to function as normal. Clients still visit. Deliveries still arrive. Teams continue to work. Standards still matter. This is why consistency is one of the […]

What Hot Weather Does to Workplace Hygiene

Warm weather can lift everyone’s mood, but it also creates new challenges in the workplace. As temperatures rise, so does the importance of maintaining high hygiene standards. Heat affects more than comfort. It can intensify unpleasant odours, encourage bacteria to multiply more quickly, and place extra pressure on shared spaces such as kitchens and washrooms. […]

Summer Holidays Are Great. Cleaning Gaps Aren’t

The summer holidays provide a much-needed break for many businesses. Offices become quieter, schools close, and annual leave results in fewer people being on site. Initially, it may seem like the perfect time to relax. However, while staff may be on holiday, workplace standards should not. Cleaning gaps during the summer can quickly lead to […]