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DIY Office Cleaning in Newark – Why It’s Costing You More

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DIY Sounds Cheap – But It Rarely Is

It's tempting. Ask a receptionist to vacuum once a week. Get the office manager to wipe down the kitchen. "We'll save money," they say.

However, over time, DIY office cleaning in Newark often proves to be far more expensive.

Here's why:

  • Time is money. When admin staff are pulled off their actual jobs to clean, productivity drops.
  • Cleaning is inconsistent. There is no plan, no structure, no accountability—just "someone doing their best."
  • You'll miss compliance. COSHH, colour coding, sharps bins, risk assessments—none of that gets done properly.

 

The Real Cost of In-House Cleaning

Think about the unseen costs:

  • Staff wages for time spent cleaning instead of working
  • Higher risk of sickness absence from poor hygiene
  • Lost hours when no one wants to clean the loos or empty the bins
  • Complaints from staff or clients when the place doesn't feel clean

DIY cleaning may seem free on paper, but it quietly eats into your time, morale, and professional reputation.

 

Why Professional Cleaning Pays for Itself

Clean Sweep Commercial offers fully managed cleaning services that are structured, scheduled, and executed by uniformed, DBS-vetted staff who are knowledgeable and experienced.

We follow strict cleaning methodologies and IPC guidelines. We provide audits. We track performance. You get:

  • Cleaner, healthier offices
  • Better staff retention and morale
  • No staff grumbling over "who's doing what?"
  • A company image that reflects your standards

 

Long-Term Savings from Day One

Outsourcing your Newark office cleaning isn't an extra cost; it's a time-saving, standards-raising investment that helps you:

  • Reduce absenteeism
  • Avoid compliance penalties
  • Prevent damage from incorrect product use
  • Ensure cleaning is done right every time

And unlike DIY, it's all hands-off. We take care of everything from rotas and supplies to audits and feedback.

 

Let's Put the Mop Down

If your staff are still emptying bins, cleaning toilets, or trying to remember what bleach does to chrome, it's time to make a change.

 

Contact Clean Sweep Commercial today! for a free quote and walkthrough. We'll show you how much you're spending and what we can help you save.