In 1969 David Nickson started work for one of the first industrial and office cleaning companies in the U.K, when the idea of 'contracting out' was quite a new concept, prior to this all cleaning work was carried out in-house by direct labour and generally ad-hoc. During this time, 1960's industry in general, and Merseyside in particular enjoyed a boom period, a shortage of labour in industry meant that employers concentrated their workforce on manufacturing.www.liverpoolcleaning.com43 Jamaica St, L1 0AH

We use the most thorough method of cleaning for Carpets and Upholstery using the most powerful portable twin vacuumed machines on the market. The hot water and cleaning agents are sprayed onto the carpet like a fine mist and then extracted off, emulsifying and ensuring complete extraction of dirt. We can then follow up with the turbo dryers ensuring the fastest drying times possible. Areas serviced: Liverpool, Southport & Ormskirkwww.mellingcarpetcare.co.uk52 Moorfoot Way, L33 1WY

Contract Cleaning - offices, retail, shopping centres, public houses, restaurants, industrial and warehousing. Computers, telephones, carpets, upholstery, windows and blinds. Toilet supplies, hand driers, air fresheners, water management, vending machines, sanitary disposal. Health & safety reporting, regular property inspection and reporting, fire alarm testing and statutory maintenance, water treatment, caretaking, keyholding, organising and monitoring maintenance works.www.northernpg.co.ukMerchants Ct/2-12 Lord St, L2 1TS

Stainbusters - specialists in stain removal and deep dry cleaning and protection of carpets, upholstery, curtains, leather and mattresses. Advanced ionisation technology uses magnetism to pull dirt, dust, grease, grime, pollen and bacteria from carpets and furnishings, leaving them fresh, clean, stain free, ready to use and smelling as good as they look.www.stainbusters.co.uk22 Ambleside Rd Allerton, L18 9XT

& A Home Services was established in 2004 to provide a regular, professional Window & General Cleaning service both to Residential and Commercial customers in the North West. We are able to offer a taylor made service to suit any specification. We are fully insured in the eventuality of any unforseen accidents that may occur. We are registered members of the National Federation of Master Window and General Cleaners.www.rahomeservices.co.uk139 Huyton House Rd, L36 2PF

To enable us to achieve the above objectives we have initiated a rigorous Quality Management System BS ISO 9000 2000 and recruited some of the most committed, able and experienced managers working in the Site Support and Cleaning Industries.www.focusfacilities.ltd.ukHanson Rd, L9 7BP