Business Details
26 Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Cleaning Services in Watford
We are CleanTEC, an employee-owned commercial cleaning company founded in 2000 with offices in Watford and Oldbury. Our founders, Peter Rochford and Chris Rogers, established the business to prioritise employee welfare and service quality after leaving a multinational cleaning firm over ethical concerns. As one of the UK's largest employee-owned cleaning specialists, we serve over 2500 clients nationwide with tailored contracts across education, industrial, healthcare, and specialist deep cleaning sectors. Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system ensures meticulous attention to detail, while our environmental policies reduce carbon footprints through UK-produced eco-friendly products and hybrid vehicle fleets.With a 20-year track record of sustainable growth, we combine hands-on contract management with industry-leading staff retention rates to deliver consistent, high-quality service. Our commitment to innovation includes cobotics for enhanced productivity and STORM-Ballistic Virus Killer technology for pandemic preparedness. As a B Corp-certified business, we maintain rigorous health and safety standards, evidenced by our Alcumus SafeContractor accreditation and compliance with CQC regulations in healthcare settings.
Services
Office Cleaning
Education Sector Cleaning
Industrial Cleaning
Healthcare Cleaning
Specialist Deep Cleaning
Window Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Graffiti Removal
High-Level Cleaning
Waste Management
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We are the UK's largest employee-owned cleaning company, ensuring staff commitment
- ISO-certified quality management systems across all operations
- Environmentally sustainable practices with UK-produced cleaning products
- Tailored cleaning solutions for education, healthcare, and industrial sectors
- 24/7 contract management and monthly quality audits
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
- Alcumus SafeContractor
- B Corp
What people say
Professional service
Reliable cleaning
Tailored solutions
Excellent communication
Pandemic preparedness
Services
Office Cleaning
Our bespoke office cleaning services maintain safe, hygienic workplaces through daily sanitisation of high-touch surfaces, kitchenettes, and bathrooms. We use environmentally friendly products and advanced equipment like STORM-Ballistic Virus Killer fogging machines for pandemic protection. Our ISO-certified processes ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while reducing environmental impact through UK-produced supplies.
Education Sector Cleaning
Specialist education cleaning services create safe learning environments for schools and universities. We implement DBS-checked staff, safeguarding protocols, and tailored cleaning schedules to avoid classroom disruption. Our services include high-level dusting with 14m reach systems and cobotics for improved productivity, meeting School Premises Regulations 2012 requirements.
Healthcare Cleaning
CQC-compliant healthcare cleaning services maintain sterile environments in hospitals and clinics. Our trained operatives perform bio-cleaning of operating theatres, sterilisation of medical equipment, and infection control using EPA-registered disinfectants. We hold Alcumus SafeContractor accreditation and maintain rigorous audit trails through our Cleanlink portal system.
Specialist Deep Cleaning
Comprehensive deep cleaning services target hard-to-reach areas using thermopure reach-and-wash systems and cobotic vacuum cleaners. We offer carpet shampooing, graffiti removal, and industrial degreasing with equipment capable of accessing heights up to 74 feet. Our services prevent health hazards from accumulated dirt while extending facility lifespan.
Industrial Cleaning
Tailored industrial cleaning solutions for warehouses and logistics centres include dock level cleaning, bonded storage facility maintenance, and food processing plant sanitisation. Our IPAF-qualified operatives perform high-level cleaning while adhering to strict health and safety protocols. We implement waste management systems to help clients meet Environmental Act 2021 requirements.
People
Peter Rochford
Co-Founder
Co-founded CleanTEC in 2000 after leaving a multinational cleaning firm over ethical concerns. Prioritises employee welfare and service quality through the company's employee-owned structure.
Chris Rogers
Co-Founder
Co-founder with 20+ years' experience transforming the cleaning industry through employee ownership. Focuses on maintaining high service standards while ensuring staff satisfaction and client partnerships.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide with primary offices in Watford and Oldbury, focusing on London, the South East, and Midlands regions.
Are your staff DBS checked?
Yes, all education sector staff undergo Enhanced DBS checks before commencing work at client premises.
Do you offer contract flexibility?
We provide 12-month contracts with flexible extension options, including holiday deep cleaning scheduling to avoid teaching disruption.
How do you ensure cleaning quality?
Our Quality Monitoring System includes monthly audits via Cleanlink portal and regular site visits by contract managers.
What sustainability measures do you use?
We implement chemical-free cleaning systems, UK-produced eco-friendly products, and hybrid vehicle fleets to reduce environmental impact.
Can you handle pandemic cleaning requirements?
Yes, we use STORM-Ballistic Virus Killer fogging machines for 48-hour antiviral protection in commercial and healthcare settings.
