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.
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"
How to Remove Ink Stains From Carpet
CleanFax article on removing ink stains through "containment" and proper application of solvents
Uncover the Hidden Health Threats in Carpet
This 30-minute ISSA interview discusses "the science behind... lingering pollutants" in carpets and "what it really takes to remove them"
Cleanfax (Winter 2025 Edition)
The Winter 2025 edition of the Cleanfax magazine discusses "carpet fiber durability" (P. 6-7), "carpet maintenance to reduce allergens" (P. 8-9), "mold assessment" (P. 12-14), the results of the 2025 Carpet and Floor Cleaning Benchmarking Survey Report (P. 16-21), and common "carpet cleaning myths" (P. 28-29).
Facility Cleaning Decisions (November / December 2025 Edition)
The November / December 2025 edition of the Facility Cleaning Decisions magazine discusses "how to motivate cleaning teams through engagement and recognition" (P. 6-7), potential benefits of day cleaning (P. 8-9), the results of the 2025 Facility Cleaning Decisions Salary Survey regarding cleaning managers (P. 10-14), usage of virtual reality (VR) technology for "training maintenance and janitorial workers" (P. 15-17), addressing vape usage in schools (P. 18-19), and the possible negative implications of reducing vacuuming frequency (P. 20-22).
How Often Should Offices Be Cleaned?
CleanLink article on suggested frequencies of various cleaning tasks for offices according to Kitchener Cleaning Services
The Truth About Waterproof Flooring
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on possible pitfalls related to water-resistant flooring options (moistures issues for the layer underneath it / exposure to contaminated water)
Building Services Management (September 2025 Edition)
The September 2025 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses "best practices for snow and ice removal" (P. 12-14), "IAQ strategies for commercial HVAC" regarding "common pollutants" (P. 16-18), "effective inventory control" for restrooms (P. 20-21), prevention of healthcare-acquired infections (P. 22-23), safety considerations related to "mobile elevated work platforms" (P. 24-25), "carpet care tips" for "bodily fluids" (P. 28-29), and "chemical dilution control" for cleaning chemicals and disinfectants (P. 32-33).
Carpet Cleaning Myths Exposed: Insider Secrets Revealed
This 33-minute ISSA interview discusses several common misconceptions related to carpet cleaning.
What Does "Clean" Mean To You?
This 32-minute ISSA interview discusses "what cleanliness actually looks like from a technical and realistic standpoint and how that differs from client expectations."