Are you an SME searching for cleaning services for your first office space? Or have your budgets tightened and you’re on the hunt for more cost-effective cleaning solutions? Here at Virtu, we are experts in office cleaning and commercial maintenance – here are our best tips for maintaining a pristine office on a budget! Little And Often Office cleaning is just like cleaning your own home – if you keep on top of things and schedule cleans little and often, you can avoid the stress of huge deep cleans after dirt, grime and clutter has accumulated. This isn’t to mention that incremental cleaning is far more cost effective than having to shell […]

Just like homes, offices require TLC too to ensure that they are kept in peak condition. This is why many businesses hire designated office cleaners to ensure that their workplace maintains a high standard of cleanliness, tidiness and organisation. Here are the top five things that you and your staff should do to maintain a clean office: Look Beyond The Surface Cleanliness transcends things looking clean. After all, your office may appear spotless to the naked eye, but most likely requires deeper disinfecting, especially post-Covid, as office staff are increasingly aware that looks can be deceiving and germs can linger anywhere. From hot desks where colleagues share workspaces, to communal […]

In a post-covid work environment, cleanliness is paramount, making office cleaners an indispensable member of your team. Still not convinced you need one? Here are 10 ways office cleaners can improve the work environment: 1.     Better Hygiene Your office is a hub for germs and bacteria – whether you eat your lunch at your desk, bring your dog to work, or share communal facilities such as breakrooms, bathrooms and meeting rooms, there are plenty of opportunities for poor office hygiene to become a problem. In fact, one in ten office workers believe that their health has been compromised by poor workplace hygiene practices, leading to discontent amongst your workforce and unnecessary absenteeism. […]

As experts in property maintenance services, Virtu has been helping with the smooth running of property developments across the UK, and we are passionate about providing residential maintenance services that work for you and your residents. Needless to say, we’re well-versed in providing exceptional caretaker services to our clients!  A caretaker can be an invaluable asset to your property development – but how do you know if you really need one? What Is A Caretaker And What Do They Do? A property caretaker is a member of staff whose job it is to assist in carrying out day-to-day tasks for the smooth running of a building. This includes, but is not limited to: Who […]

Being a landlord is no easy feat, especially when you are burdened with an abundance of recurrent odd jobs that seem to be never ending. As property maintenance specialists, Virtu tackle a variety of jobs, and understand which tasks really irk our landlord clients – here are the top eight odd jobs that landlords love to hate: Jammed Locks Whether your key is stuck and won’t turn, your lock mechanism simply won’t work, or your access fob is faulty – there are plenty of potential errors when it comes to jammed locks. Jammed locks are probably the most urgent issue when it comes to minor maintenance tasks, with tenants needing […]

Having a subcontractor in your contact book can make your life as a landlord and property owner far simpler, especially when it comes to reactive maintenance. They offer reliable professional services to deal with most maintenance issues, and can alleviate the stress on both yourself and your tenants when sudden problems arise. Here’s why you should use a subcontractor for any reactive maintenance problems: What Is Reactive Maintenance? Simply put, reactive maintenance is about quickly and effectively responding to maintenance issues as soon as they occur. Some property problems cannot be predicted or prevented, and these issues require a swift response to reduce any downtime and disruption to your tenants’ […]