Cleaning Tips

Summer brings the highest volume of leasing activity for many properties, especially those near universities and military installations. With school out, families with children also seek out summer moves. All of these markets often have specific arrival/departure schedules, leaving little room for error. As a property manager, your focus should be on efficiency, presentation, and…

May is a month full of pet celebrations — from National Dog Mom Day (Second Saturday of May), to International Chihuahua Appreciation Day (May 14), and National Rescue Dog Day (May 20). It’s a great time to honor the furry companions that bring so much joy to our lives and communities. But what we don’t…

For commercial spaces like office buildings, schools, apartment complexes, and industrial facilities, clean and well-maintained floors are more than just aesthetics—they’re a reflection (pun intended!) of your professionalism, safety standards, and overall brand image. But how do you know when it’s time to invest in a full strip, wax, and polish? Here are a few…

Why Clean Your Property’s Carpets Now? Did you know that in Northern Virginia, you should have your property’s carpets cleaned at least once a year? Keep reading to learn why and why now might be the right time for cleaning your office, building, apartment complex or condo complex carpets. The Importance Of Cleaning Your Property’s…

We’re already into February and as winter slowly gives way to spring, property managers need to start thinking about how to transition their apartment complex from the cold, wet season into the warmer months. The combination of snow, ice, slush, and mud can leave lasting messes both inside and outside your complex, and now is…

As we move into the New Year, property managers have a fresh opportunity to attract new renters for their apartments. The rental market is competitive, and to stand out, property managers must be proactive in presenting a clean, well-maintained, and welcoming living space. One of the most effective ways to draw in potential tenants is…

The holiday season brings joy, but it can also lead to increased waste in common areas, trash rooms, compactors, and dumpster zones. Here are some effective tips to keep these spaces tidy during this bustling time: Increase Property Inspections Schedule frequent checks of trash rooms and common area bins. Empty them before they overflow, especially…

Some cleaning vendors fall short on consistently assessing the quality of their work, leading to reduced client satisfaction and a decline in property condition over time. But at Buswell & Bennett, we understand the importance of regular cleaning inspections for maintaining high standards, service excellence, and building trust within our client’s community. Cleaning inspections serve…

Rob Buswell, president of Buswell and Bennett Commercial Cleaning is a successful business owner, a father, a husband, and a champion for children. He is also a survivor of abuse. Unseen and Unheard During the 1970s, Rob grew up in a household of dysfunction with divorcing parents constantly at odds with each other. This made…

Looking to change your cleaning services vendor for 2025? It’s almost time to start pulling commercial cleaning service quotes.  More often than not, it can get overwhelming when trying to compare estimates from different providers. It’s getting harder and harder to read the fine print or spot what’s missing in a contract, especially when you…