When a business owner analyses any revenue leaks and high employee turnover, the first things they look at is marketing spending, compensation, and operational overheads. Very seldom does your office washroom become part of the conversation.
Research has shown that washroom cleanliness directly impacts your bottom line. When your washrooms are not maintained effectively, it is more than an operational oversight, it's a revenue killer that pushes away clients, while ruining your employee retention.
Dirty washrooms could be costing your business money, which is why fixing the problem is one of the highest-return investments you can make.
First impressions go far beyond the boardroom table or your reception area. When a client, prospective partner, or job candidate visit your workplace, every environment they encounter shapes their perception of your business. In fact, surveys have shown that eighty percent of people see unclean washrooms as a mirror of the business management. When a client, prospective partner, or job candidate encounter a dirty office washroom, they:
Basic working conditions are classified as hygiene factors and baseline needs must be met to prevent the risk of job dissatisfaction. Close to ninety percent of employees feel the office washroom is a direct indicator of how the company values it's staff:
Workplace washrooms are high-traffic areas where bacteria and viruses thrive. High touch surfaces, such as flush handles, tap levers, and door latches are prime areas for cross contamination.
When your washrooms are poorly maintained, it accelerates the spread of illnesses, increasing sick leave, which directly reduces productivity levels.
When your washrooms are maintained in a clean, hygienic, and safe manner, it transforms a liability into an asset, helping to:
Taking control of dirty washrooms doesn't need a complete redesign, in fact, you can eliminate any hygiene-related losses by committing to a few baselines, including:
Washrooms should not be seen as an afterthought, they are reflection of your corporate values. When you invest in a clean and hygienic facility, you protect your reputation, safeguarding your staff, while securing your bottom line. If your washrooms are not aligning to high hygiene standards, contact the Sloane Cleaning Services team today.