From Markup to Margin: Stop Overpaying for Janitorial Supplies

Today we're talking about something many real estate owners and operators never really dig into—the true cost of their janitorial services contract. When you get that monthly invoice from your cleaning contractor, you probably see one lump sum, but hidden inside that number is not just the cost of labor, but also the cleaning products—paper, liners, chemicals—and here's the kicker: those products are often marked up, sometimes significantly. So the question is, are you paying more than you should for the basics that keep your buildings running? And if so, what can you do about it? In this episode, we'll uncover how unbundling your janitorial supplies from your service contract can save you money, improve transparency, and give you more control. Joining me today is Maura Wilson, Senior Regional Director at OMNIA Partners. Maura helps property teams standardize specs, unbundle inflated supply costs, and leverage national pricing without sacrificing quality. She’ll walk us through exactly how to turn hidden markups into real margin. 

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