Summer is over!
Labor Day marks a natural shift in the commercial marketplace. Vacations wind down, schools reopen, and businesses pivot back into full operational mode. For those selling commercial cleaning products, this period can be both a challenge and an opportunity.
On one hand, decision-makers are juggling back-to-school schedules, fiscal planning, and other seasonal distractions. Budgets may be tight, and purchasing decisions can slow as companies refocus after the summer. On the other hand, the demand for cleaning solutions often increases—schools, offices, and facilities all need to refresh and prepare for heavier fall and winter use.
The key is to position your products not just as another item on the supply list, but as tools that make transitions smoother. Highlight solutions that save time, reduce labor, and keep high-traffic spaces healthier. Marketing messages should be concise and emphasize immediate benefits, since your customers are short on attention during this season.
This is also the time to reconnect with clients you may not have spoken with over the summer. A well-timed check-in—paired with offers tailored to fall cleaning challenges—can cut through the noise. Think seasonal campaigns, like “Back-to-Business Clean,” that tie into the post-Labor Day mindset.
Jancast # 197 – What will staffing and funding cuts to the CDC and EPA do if another pandemic hits
In this episode, I use Notebook LM to review the recent staffing and funding changes taking place in the CDC and EPA. Our AI Co-host explains the changes and possible impact.
If you missed our previous SSB’s here is the list of Bullen brand products effective against measles-
Here are our disinfectants, dilution rates, and their dwell time from the EPA Q list
Airx Brand
RX75 (RTU) -1839-83 – 10 min
RX79+ (RTU) – 498-179 – 10 min
RX89+ (RTU) – 498-62 – 10 min
RX44 ACE (2 oz per g)- 10324-154 – 10 min
RX78 Plus (1 oz per g)- 10324-155 – 10 min
RX Spray N Go – 1839-220 – 2 min
Citro Rx – 348-35 – 5 min
Truekleen Brand
Poten AB – (RTU)1839-83 – 10 min
Kleen 64 – (2 oz per g) 10324-154 – 10 min
C-1000 – (1/4 oz per g) 1839-86 – 10 min
3. How to Disinfect Properly
Clean first: Remove dirt, dust, and organic material
Apply disinfectant liberally to surfaces
Follow dwell time: Let the product sit wet on the surface for the amount of time listed on the label (usually 1–10 minutes)
Air out rooms: Measles can linger in the air for hours, so proper ventilation is key
Focus on high-touch surfaces: doorknobs, light switches, chairs, handrails, remote controls, and countertops