Welcome to Elliott Affiliates, Ltd.’s Knowledge Center, where you will find information relevant to owners, occupiers, investors, and contractors in the commercial real estate space. While Elliott’s core focus in the janitorial services segment is about creating clear performance- and outcome-based contract scopes of work and guiding their delivery using a continuous improvement process that delivers exceptional results. Organizations that engage contractors have a myriad of factors to consider when engaging and managing contracted services.
How Cleaning Improves Indoor Air Quality
CleanLink article on the "vital role that cleaning can play to positively impact indoor air quality before it even reaches the HVAC system"
Cleanfax (Spring 2026 Edition)
The Spring 2026 edition of the Cleanfax magazine discusses "hidden hazards of fentanyl cleanup" (P. 16-18), "how tech is reshaping core workflows in water damage restoration" (P. 20-23), "solv[ing] today's floor care challenges without adding staff or complicating processes" (P. 26-27), and why "light cleaning" may be insufficient for removing contaminants from carpet (P. 28-30).
Contracting Profits (March / April 2026 Edition)
The March / April 2026 edition of the Contracting Profits magazine discusses how to "extend carpet life with interim cleaning" (P. 6-7), "what building occupants want from hand hygiene products" (P. 8-10), "5 ways contract cleaning pros are using AI for their business" (P. 14-15), "how prominent women are transforming contract cleaning" (P. 16-19), and "how improving training programs can reduce turnover" (P. 20-21).
Mastering the Science of Stain Removal
Cleanfax article on the how to remove of stains from carpets depending on the type of contaminant and fiber involved
Maintenance Sales News (March 2026 Edition)
The March 2026 edition of the Maintenance Sales News magazine discusses retention of cleaning staff (P. 8-9), the "refinish vs. replacement" question for flooring (P. 14), "the hidden cost of inefficient dispensers" in restrooms (P. 16-17), bamboo-based toilet paper as a possible alternative to wood-based products (P. 18-19), and possible benefits of "entry matting" (P. 20-21). There is also a listing of "floorcare, carpet equipment & supplies" (P. 26-36).
Carpet Care Checklist: Key Dos and Don'ts
CleanLink article on how to (and how NOT to) take proper care of carpets
Slime and Putty in Carpet: A Step-by-Step Removal Guide
Cleanfax article on how to properly remove "putty and slime" from carpets
Why Carpet Care Matters For Indoor Air Quality
Facility Executive article on the importance of a "scheduled maintenance plan" for carpets beyond "routine vacuuming... to promote IAQ and reduce non-living allergens"
Facility Cleaning Decisions (January / February 2026 Edition)
The January / February 2026 edition of the Facility Cleaning Decisions magazine discusses size considerations in carpet care equipment (P. 6-7), "how to teach frontline workers to use correct chemistry" in cleaning and disinfection tasks (P. 8-10), "why scent matters when building an odor control procedure" (P. 11), avoidance of healthcare-associated infections via "smarter cleaning, better training, and new tech" (P. 12-15), "disaster preparedness" for schools (P. 16-17), and "process improvements" for "improving productivity" in cleaning (P. 18-20).
Building Services Management (February 2026 Edition)
The February 2026 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses avoiding pollution from pressure washing (P. 12-13), "snow removal tips" for roofs (P. 16-17), "when and how to disinfect" (P. 22-23), "the importance of a proactive maintenance plan" for carpets (P. 26-27), "holistic concrete maintenance" (P. 28-29), and "prevent[ing] slips and falls" (P. 30-31).
The Sticky Truth About Gum and Adhesive Removal
Cleanfax article on the proper procedure for removing gum and adhesives from carpets
Wax on Carpet: A Low-Risk Workflow for a High-Risk Problem
Cleanfax article on "how to handle wax spills" in a way that maintains "the carpet's structural integrity"