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Frequently Asked Questions
Sheba Green Coop
Who we are:
We are a diverse group of socially, environmentally, and economically conscious people who joined forces and formed Sheba Green Cleaning Coop. The Coop is a cleaning operation focused on cleaning buildings using environmentally sustainable cleaning products. The operation is an attempt to learn how to build a "democratically run" socially responsible enterprise, as part of an effort to teach others how to build a worker-centered economy.
The Sheba Green Coop was born out of the energy and membership of Occupy Boston. We want to be part of the paradigm shift in the global economy and what it means to be a worker, by forming a Worker-Owned Cooperative and engaging in socially and environmentally responsible social enterprise.
We believe that change begins with our individual actions that we engage in at home and at work.
Like the Community Builders Coop here in Boston, and the Cleveland Model in Ohio, where each Coop member has an equal say in running the company, decisions are made by consensus, and the operation adheres to "equal pay for equal work".
Our Coop is anchored in cooperation, responsibility, and accountability to one another, to the community, as well as the environment that we live in. The ultimate goal is that workers can and will be in control of their own economic destiny. This is what set us apart from other cleaning companies.
Why Green cleaning?
“A thousand miles journey begins with one step “
The environment. Your environment. Our environment.
We are concerned, like most people, about the degradation of our environment. The air we breathe, should not contain toxic chemicals. In our work place and in our homes, which are our castles. We are committed to protect the environment using non-toxic products. Our healthy cleaning products not only leave your environment healthy and clean, but you can be sure that the production of these products did not further contaminate our precious Earth.
How do we do it?
We start with making our own healthy, safe, affordable, natural cleaning products using ingredients from real citrus juices, baking soda, vinegar, olive oil, lavender and eucalypsis oils, etc. We use eco-friendly re-useable cleaning materials and products, that are safe for our clients, the cleaning crews, and the environment.
Education: educating the community is part of our cleaning enterprise. We intend to give workshops on how to make products as well as how to build a business like ours. At these workshops we will demonstrate how to make green cleaning products from non-toxic natural, safe, and affordable ingredients. The ultimate goal is to change the mindset, by creating awareness that switching from toxic to non-toxic green cleaning products that are safe to their families as well as the environment, and creating worker-controlled businesses can change the world.
What sets our Coop apart from other cleaning services?
Our Green Cleaning Cooperative is a worker-owned Coop, and is committed to environmental sustainability.
After we are done cleaning your space, your environment will be and smell healthy. And you will feel confident breathing the wonderful smells that our products leave behind, because they will be derived from healthy plant and natural products.
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 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".
Support us!
The media constantly talks about the problem of unemployment, and how it impacts the middle class. But rather than waiting for others to find a solution, we are interested in finding solutions ourselves, because we still believe in the American dream. i.e. if given access and opportunity, we can control our economic destiny. So when you order our service, you are part of this solution.
Our clean green service, will not only leave your house spotless, and as fresh as a daisy but it also fosters economic empowerment for a whole community, by helping people help themselves, and instills the value of work which breaks the cycle of poverty.
If you are the sort of customer we’d like to work for, all of the above rouses your interests. 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!” In our wake, when we have gone, you will see only sparkling surfaces and smell only the aroma of natural oils (peppermint or lemon—name your preference!)
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!
Contact: (web info/ email info/ phone }
Price:
Rates: Begin at $100 and up for weekly treatments or $150 and up for bi-weekly treatments. All rates will depend on size, condition, and pets. First time and one-time cleaning rate is generally higher than weekly/bi-weekly or monthly rates (If you are not satisfied with our cleaning we will re-do it free of charge)
Our services
Offices: The clutters of an unkept office does not only take up our space, but also clutters our minds and causes unnecessary distraction from focusing on the task at hand, but all that will changes when you allow the Sheba Green Coop crew clean your office.
Home: We all are so busy working outside the home, often most do not have the time or energy to clean the house after a busy week. After all one can't be a one person orchestra. And that is where you need our Green cleaning service. And when you allow us to come and clean your home with our safe, natural and non-toxic cleaning products, you will enjoy the luxury of coming to a clean house, no longer worrying about the safety of your kids touching toxic cleaning chemicals. Instead you will enjoy the aroma of real lavender, lemon, orange, vanilla or the flavors of your choice.
Our standard weekly/biweekly services begin with $70 and up depending the the size and the condition of the home/office, and we can adjust cleaning service specifics, fees and schedule to meet your needs.
- OLDER BROCHURE IDEAS*
SHEBA GREEN CLEANING COOP of BOSTON
- Who we are
- What we do
- Why you should use us
As of this August, the Cambridge/Boston/Brookline area has a new cleaning service, ready to tackle your home, office, or business cleaning needs. Yes, there are other cleaning services out there—but this one is better. Way better!!
How so? First, our cleaners use only cleaning products we prepare ourselves, using proven-effective formulas and natural ingredients. No harsh chemicals sprayed into the air, left on surfaces, or rinsed down the drain. Using our service tells your family, customers, or co-workers that you care about them and our environment.
Second, we are not a globally organized cleaning corporation, or a local franchise of one. We are a cooperative enterprise, in which all workers are members and decision –makers who share in all profits. We are small –scale and local, meaning extra attention to your particular needs.
If you are the sort of customer we’d like to work for, all of the above rouses your interests. 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!” In our wake, when we have gone, you will see only sparkling surfaces and smell only the aroma of natural oils—peppermint, lemon—name your preference!
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!
Contact: (web info/ email info/ phone }