{"id":1749,"date":"2018-05-29T11:47:25","date_gmt":"2018-05-29T11:47:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alfham.es\/?p=1749"},"modified":"2026-10-23T12:24:42","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T12:24:42","slug":"how-to-choose-a-cleaning-company","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alfham.es\/en\/how-to-choose-a-cleaning-company\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose a cleaning company"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Looking for a Cleaning company<\/a> and unsure what to compare? This guide covers scope, quotations, organisation and equipment to review before hiring.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

\"Cleaning<\/a><\/p>\n

Checking information online<\/h2>\n

Review the website, contact details and feedback critically. Look for service information and examples relevant to your type of premises.<\/p>\n

Presentation helps assess communication, but also check documentation and service conditions.<\/p>\n

No-obligation quotation<\/h2>\n

Request a proposal specifying duties, frequency, hours, materials, exclusions and price. Arrange a site visit where needed to assess actual conditions.<\/p>\n

At ALFHAM we listen to your requirements to define a plan with a clear scope.<\/p>\n

Company size and capacity<\/h2>\n

Company size alone does not guarantee quality or price. Assess its ability to serve your site, supervise work and provide replacement cover.<\/p>\n

References and recommendations<\/h2>\n

Recommendations can help, especially from sites similar to yours. Consider service scope and context before drawing conclusions from a single observation.<\/p>\n

Demonstrable experience<\/h2>\n

Ask about experience relevant to your requirements. Delicate treatments and difficult access need knowledge, equipment and specific planning.<\/p>\n

Ask ALFHAM about services for offices, residential communities, educational premises and other Barcelona facilities. Each project’s scope should be specified in the proposal.<\/p>\n

Methods, staff and equipment<\/h2>\n

Review training, products and planned equipment. For work involving specific risks, such asexternal fa\u00e7ade cleaning<\/a> and Windows<\/a>, a risk assessment and equipment and training suited to the specific task are required.<\/p>\n

Services<\/h2>\n

A broad catalogue does not replace experience relevant to your site. Define cleaning requirements for offices, schools, gyms, communities or shared areas and request a detailed proposal.<\/p>\n

Environmental management<\/h2>\n

Consider dosing, water use, waste handling and product selection. Environmental claims should be based on specific measures and documentation.<\/p>\n

If you need a cleaning company in Barcelona, contact ALFHAM to assess your premises and prepare a proposal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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