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FAQ

Why Green cleaning?

“A thousand miles journey begins with one step “

We are concerned, as are most people, about the degradation of our environment. We know that the air we breathe is polluted, and that there are toxic chemicals in our workplaces and in our homes, which are supposed to be our “castles.” We know that so-called “cleaning products” are among the most toxic materials to be found anywhere. And we believe there is a better way. As such, we are committed to cleaning while protecting the environment, using non-toxic products and methods. Our service will leave your living and working spaces healthful and clean, and you can be sure that our work did not further contaminate our precious Earth.
How do we do it?

We start by making our own non-toxic, affordable, natural cleaning products, using ingredients like citrus juices, baking soda, vinegar, olive oil, and natural scents like lavender and eucalyptus oils. Re-useable and evironmentally sound cleaning materials and practices are our standard operating procedures. Beyond that, educating the community is a core mission of our cleaning enterprise. Standard model cleaning services operating in the competitive market often guard their products and methods as “trade secrets.” We reject that standard approach of competing with our neighbors. We intend to give workshops where we demonstrate how to make green cleaning products from natural, safe, and affordable ingredients, and explain how others could build enterprises like ours.

Our short-term goal is clean and healthy spaces, clients, and workers. Our ultimate goal is to increase environmental awareness, and lead the switch from toxic to non-toxic cleaning, safe for families and environment. As well as help facilitate the movement to a worker-centric economy.
There are other cleaning services claiming to be “green” these days. What sets our Coop apart from other cleaning services?

Our Green Cleaning Cooperative is worker-owned, committed to the “green” ideal in the fullest sense, which we believe requires economically, socially, and evironmentally sustainable practices. For some companies trying to make their services in a competitive market, labelling themselves “green”, and even adopting some environmentally sound practices, is a gimick to enhance their bottom line. The commitment to sustainabitlity goes deeper with us. Most cleaning companies use toxic chemicals and require workers to work in underpaid, dangerous environments.

We are committed to work-place democracy and sustainable business practices, and to at least a fair living wage for all members. And while we want to remain competitive in terms of price and services, we also want to be a “different kind” of company that customers can support because they want to support efforts that make “a better world possible”.

How Well Do We Clean?

If you are the sort of customer we’d like to work for, all of the above rouses your interest. But, you still want to know—“So-how well do you clean?” Short answer; “Brilliantly!” All our hard-working crew are experienced with other, “standard issue” cleaning services, and we’ve learned “really clean” from “looks fine- move on!” When we have gone, you will see only sparkling surfaces and smell only the scent of natural oils—peppermint, lemon—name your preference!

Cluttered and unkempt homes and offices not not only clog our spaces, but they clutter our minds and sap our energy. Surely you have noticed that! And, you have said to yourself-” I have to deal with this…” many, many times before. But, you have not– because if you are like most people, you are way too busy with a hundred other things… Let us help you break out of that cycle! When you allow us to come and clean your homes and offices with our safe, natural and non- toxic cleaning products, you will enjoy the luxury of a clean and ordered space, no longer worried about toxic threats to your kids, friends, or co-workers. Instead you will enjoy the aroma of real lavender, lemon, orange, or vanilla– and the comfort and calm of knowing you have solved one nagging problem, in a way that leaves your conscience and your environment clean.

As fellow worker-owners, we are a tight team and expect a lot from each other. Needless to say, we are;

• completely reliable
• always punctual
• flexible in meeting your needs
• ready to provide excellent service for value.

Invite us over, tell us your needs, and let us show you how we will meet them!

Have a question not answered here? Feel free to email us.