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Pest prevention is vital for your business. Pests such as bugs or rodents have the potential to destroy your property, make it unsanitary or even unsafe. Situations such as these have the ability to cost hundreds or even thousands in repair costs, make your employees unproductive or even get your business shut down. A professional service can conduct a site survey to see if your residential home or commercial property is infected with pests or they can supply prevention methods to stop them from entering. Here are 6 reasons why you need pest control this summer!

Did you know your vacuum can affect the environment? Most people don’t, hence why regulations have recently been introduced in order to tackle unnecessary energy use which has a direct impact on the environment. The regulations mean that there will be a reduction in the vacuum cleaners input power, design and testing. However, the new rules only apply to dry corded vacuum cleaners. Wet, wet & dry and battery operated vacuum cleaners are not included.

Electrical safety is very important in a workplace. Electrical items are all around us, meaning there is constant exposure to hazards which could harm or even kill in extreme cases. It is important to have appropriate prevention measures in place to avert unnecessary dangers. It is an employer's duty to provide a safe environment for staff and customers, therefore being aware of electrical hazards is essential. Here are 11 quick tips to minimise electrical hazards:

Regardless of whether you have just hired a cleaning service, or have had cleaners for years, this blog is important for you. A clean workplace is a MUST for employee safety. Not only does it provide a comfortable working environment, it also follows the health and safety guidelines set both internally and by the government. If you follow these quick tips, you will have a great experience with your professional cleaning service.

Tea and coffee is an important part of the day for any office. The electric kettle is an inevitable part of any kitchen and the creation of hot beverages. You may even be drinking a hot drink whilst reading this blog right now, ask yourself- does it taste weird? This may be because limescale has built up inside your kettle. Although limescale will not damage the kettle, it will work better if the limescale is regularly removed and cleaned. With the tea and coffee breaks at work being one of the most enjoyed parts of the day, it is crucial that the office kettle is in full working order. No kettle could result in a decrease in office morale and mood, which then affects productivity. It is not environmentally cautious or cost-effective if the kettle has to be replaced every few months, therefore thorough and regular cleans are important to include in your cleaning schedule. You will need to descale the kettle. Descaling is essential to a well-working kettle and good tasting boiled water. To descale you will need some sort of acid, whether that be a commercial cleaner or natural cleaner. Once you have decided which cleaning agent you will use, it is time to add water to make the final substance to remove the limescale. Pour the substance into the kettle until it covers all the places which need descaling. From here you can either leave the substance to soak, empty and rinse, or boil the kettle with the mixture inside, remembering to leave the kettle to completely cool before pouring it away and rinsing. After this, you will wash the inside of the kettle with washing up liquid and fresh water, after that it should be limescale free! If there is still limescale left, repeat the treatment. You will now be able to enjoy your tea or coffee without a horrible taste or bits! Whilst cleaning the inside of a kettle is very important, the outside will also need to be cleaned. Remember to unplug the kettle! Wash the kettle by hand with washing up liquid and freshwater, scrub with a sponge until the entire kettle is dirt free. If you feel a sponge may damage the kettle, alternatively used a soft cloth to wash it. Once it has been washed, leave it to completely dry before you plug it in and next use. Here at Winns Services, we are experienced professionals who have the appropriate training, techniques and advanced tools and equipment to customise to your cleaning needs. If you have any questions regarding the range of cleaning services offered at WINNS or would like a quote, don't hesitate to call us on 01702 719100 or email us at info@winnsservices.co.uk

For some, keeping their desk clean and tidy sounds like an impossible mission. Some may thrive by working in organised chaos, but for most, it is the opposite. It is common that it is easier to get tasks complete and on time when working at an uncluttered workstation. In order to clear your desk quickly, you need to do the following: Step 1, Books - Keep your books off the desk and on the bookshelf. An appropriate shelving unit will help to keep them organised and easy to find. If you are using the desk then obviously they must be on the desk, but once finished remember to put them back in the correct place. Step 2, Clutter - Throw away any irrelevant clutter such as paper, waste and other things you do not need in order to keep the workspace clear. Do not hoard things you do not need, simply throw them away! A cluttered desk often makes for a cluttered mind, it has been seen that a tidy workspace increases work productivity and mood- something we all want whilst at work. Step 3, Drawers - Use your drawers! This may be a simple and obvious part of desk management, but often people forget to store their items in their drawers. It is good practice to dedicate a draw to the different types of items you want to store. E.g. your top draw could include all your notebooks and diaries, the middle draw could be important documents which you regularly refer to, the third could be where your equipment is stored. Step 4, 4:55 pm - Use the last few minutes of your day to clear your desk of any build up which the work day has incurred. This allows a fresh start for the following morning, maintaining a clear mind and productive levels. A clear desk will mean it will be easier for your desk to be cleaned, making it a safer working environment for you. Your desk is one of the main areas of the office which is contaminated with germs, by clearing your desk it allows cleaners to thoroughly decontaminate your workplace. As much as employers have a right to provide a safe environment, you must also work alongside them to maintain health and safety measures in the workplace. Here at Winns Services, we are experienced professionals who have the appropriate training, techniques and advanced tools and equipment to customise to your cleaning needs. If you have any questions regarding the range of cleaning services offered at WINNS or would like a quote, don't hesitate to call us on 01702 719100 or email us at info@winnsservices.co.uk