Evergreen Building Maintenance Blog
The Latest Commercial Cleaning Tips, news, Etc.
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and updates on commercial cleaning, building maintenance,
and sustainable practices from the team at Evergreen Building Maintenance.
Why Night Patrols Are Being Reinvented in 2026
Walk through a building after midnight and the environment transforms. The halls feel longer, the spaces quieter, and the risks more hidden. For decades, night patrols relied entirely on human…
How to Prevent “Haze” and Streaking on Vancouver Lobby Floors Without Overusing Chemicals
Hazy or streaked lobby floors are a common issue in Vancouver commercial buildings. Ironically, the problem is often not a lack of cleaning, but too much of the wrong kind…
The Role of Staff Retention in Cleaning Quality
When businesses evaluate janitorial services, they often focus on price, schedules, or equipment. One of the most important drivers of cleaning quality, however, is rarely discussed upfront: staff retention. Buildings…
Why Janitorial Training Makes a Bigger Difference Than Equipment
Modern commercial cleaning companies often promote advanced equipment, specialty machines, and the latest cleaning products. While tools matter, they are not the primary driver of cleaning quality. In real-world facilities,…
Why Janitorial Cleaning in Prince George Is More Seasonal Than Coastal BC
Janitorial cleaning needs are shaped as much by geography as by building type. In British Columbia, the difference between Prince George and coastal cities like Vancouver is a clear example…
How Vancouver’s Mild Winters Still Cause Serious Floor Damage
Vancouver is often seen as the city that “skips winter.” There are no long deep freezes, no constant snowbanks, and no months of extreme cold. Because of this, many building…
How Vancouver’s Climate Affects Janitorial Cleaning (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)
Vancouver’s climate is not just a background detail. It directly shapes how buildings get dirty, how quickly wear and tear occurs, and how effective janitorial cleaning needs to be. Many…
How Janitorial Services Work in Vancouver
A Practical Guide for Businesses If you manage or own a business in Vancouver, you’ve probably heard the terms janitorial services and commercial cleaning used interchangeably. While they’re closely related,…
AI Isn’t Replacing Guards. It Is Making Them Smarter. Why It Works
If you have spent any time online lately, you have probably seen the headlines. AI will replace your guards. AI will automate your entire security operation. AI will change everything…
The Overlooked Link Between Carpets and the Air You Breathe
Carpet is more than décor. In busy buildings it behaves like a giant air filter that traps dust, pollen, and fine particles. When that filter is not maintained, every footstep…
Restroom Reputation: Why Evergreen’s Sanitation Standards Keep Clients Coming Back
Walk into any building, and one thing can instantly shape your opinion, the restroom.It’s where guests decide whether a facility feels cared for or neglected, whether a company truly values…
The Future of Security is Already Here
Not long ago, the idea of drones patrolling rooftops or robots securing parking lots sounded like science fiction. Today, it is the new normal in modern facility protection. From construction…












