Commercial Cleaning Equipment: Sales, Hire and Repairs in London

Janitorial Express supplies, hires and repairs commercial cleaning machines for businesses, cleaning contractors and facilities teams across London and the South East. Whether you need to buy new equipment, arrange a short-term rental or get an existing machine back in service, our team can help from a single point of contact.

We operate a trade counter and in-house repair workshop in Holloway, North London (close to Holloway Road Underground Station), so you can speak to people who understand professional cleaning equipment rather than placing an order with a call centre.

What we offer in one place: machine sales, selected hire options, in-house repairs and PAT testing, accessories and consumables, and practical advice on choosing the right equipment for your premises.

Tell us about your site, floor types and cleaning requirements and we will help you identify a practical, cost-effective solution.

Choosing the Right Cleaning Machine for Your Premises

The right machine depends on more than the size of the building. Before recommending anything, we consider the full picture of how the equipment will actually be used.

Factors that determine the right machine

  • Floor type and surface area - hard floors, carpet, tiles and specialist surfaces each require different equipment

  • Site layout and access - narrow corridors, lifts, and restricted doorways limit machine dimensions

  • Operating hours and cleaning frequency - daily use demands a different specification than weekly maintenance

  • Operator experience - simpler machines reduce training time and the risk of misuse

  • Storage and charging - battery machines need a dedicated charging point; larger machines need appropriate storage space

  • Transport requirements - some sites require equipment that fits in a van or a service lift

What to tell us when you get in touch

To help identify the most suitable equipment, let us know:

  1. The type and approximate size of the area to be cleaned

  2. The floor surfaces involved

  3. How frequently the machine will be used

  4. Any restricted access, lifts or narrow doorways

  5. The cleaning results you need to achieve

  6. Whether you want to purchase or hire

A compact machine may suit a congested site or a smaller building. A walk-behind or ride-on scrubber dryer can significantly improve productivity across larger hard-floor areas. Getting this decision right at the outset reduces the risk of buying equipment that is too large, too small or simply unsuitable for the building.

Commercial Cleaning Equipment We Supply

We supply and source professional cleaning machines for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications. Below is an overview of the main categories, along with links to the relevant product sections of our online shop.

Scrubber Dryers and Floor-Cleaning Machines

Scrubber dryers wash and dry hard flooring in a single pass, leaving floors ready for use more quickly than traditional mopping and significantly reducing labour time across larger areas.

Different models suit everything from smaller, congested sites to large offices, schools, warehouses, retail premises and leisure venues. Key variables include scrubbing width, tank capacity, battery runtime and whether a walk-behind or ride-on model is appropriate for the site.

Rotary Machines and Floor Polishers

Rotary machines handle a range of floor-maintenance tasks: scrubbing, spray cleaning, buffing and polishing. The correct combination of machine speed, pad, brush and cleaning chemical depends on the floor type and the specific task.

Our team will help you select the right combination rather than recommending the machine in isolation. Using the wrong pad or chemical on a floor can cause damage that is expensive to reverse.

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Commercial Vacuum Cleaners

We supply commercial vacuum cleaners for regular contract cleaning and demanding workplace environments. When recommending a model, we consider:

  • Area size and type (carpet, hard floor, or mixed)

  • Filtration requirements (including HEPA where relevant)

  • Tank capacity and weight

  • Noise levels for occupied buildings

  • Availability of replacement bags, filters and accessories

Shop commercial vacuum cleaners

Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Equipment

Professional extraction equipment can maintain carpets and upholstered furnishings, remove embedded soil and restore appearance between deep cleans. We can advise on suitable machinery alongside the correct detergents, presprays, stain removers and accessories for both planned maintenance and restorative cleaning.

View carpet-cleaning machinery and products

Machine Accessories and Consumables

A cleaning machine is only as effective as the accessories and consumables used with it. We supply and source:

Item

Examples

Floor pads and pad holders

Scrubbing, polishing, spray-cleaning pads in multiple grades

Brushes and drive boards

Suited to specific floor types and machine models

Vacuum bags and filters

Including HEPA-rated filters where required

Hoses and cleaning tools

Upholstery tools, crevice tools, extension wands

Batteries and chargers

Replacement and compatible units

Cleaning detergents

Floor cleaners, carpet detergents, pre-sprays

Replacement components

Selected spare parts sourced to order

If you cannot identify the correct part, send us the machine's manufacturer, model and serial number, along with a photograph where possible, and we will source it for you.

Buy or Hire Commercial Cleaning Machines

Commercial cleaning machines are available to purchase outright, with rental options available on selected equipment subject to availability and your requirements.

Buying vs hiring: which is right for you?

Purchase

Hire

Best for

Regular, ongoing use at a fixed site

Short-term need, trial period, or covering a gap

Capital cost

Higher upfront investment

Lower initial outlay

Flexibility

Machine is yours to keep and modify

Return when no longer needed

Maintenance

Your responsibility (we can repair)

Discuss with us at time of hire

Availability

Subject to stock

Subject to hire availability

Before recommending a machine, we discuss the site, application and expected level of use. This helps avoid the common and costly mistake of purchasing equipment that is unnecessarily large, too small for the task, or unsuitable for the building.

Some machines and specialist equipment are not listed in our online shop. If you cannot find what you need, contact us directly, as we may be able to source it through our professional supplier network.

Getting an accurate quotation

To prepare a recommendation and quotation, please provide:

  1. The type of machine required

  2. The premises type and floor surface

  3. The approximate area to be cleaned

  4. How often the machine will be used

  5. Whether you want to buy or hire

  6. Your delivery location and required timescale

Rental availability and terms vary by equipment and length of requirement. Contact us to discuss current availability and pricing.

Request a machine quotation

Cleaning Machine Repairs and Servicing in London

Our in-house workshop at the Janitorial Express trade counter in Holloway repairs and services commercial cleaning machines. Repairing a serviceable machine is almost always more economical than replacing it, and it extends the equipment's working life while reducing unnecessary waste.

Established since 1991, Janitorial Express has been supporting commercial cleaning operations in London for over three decades. Our workshop team understands professional cleaning equipment from the ground up.

Machines we repair

  • Commercial vacuum cleaners

  • Rotary floor machines

  • Scrubber dryers

  • Carpet-cleaning machines

  • Other professional cleaning equipment (subject to inspection)

We will assess the machine, identify the likely fault and discuss the appropriate course of action with you before any work begins. The availability and cost of replacement parts depends on the manufacturer, model and age of the equipment.

Current workshop charges

Service

Charge

PAT testing

£4.50 per item

Vacuum cleaner repair (labour)

£22.50

Scrubber dryer repair (labour)

£69.00 per hour

Collection and return (where available)

£15.00 each way

Parts and any additional work are charged separately. All charges are subject to change; contact us to confirm current rates before bringing in equipment.

Bringing a machine in for repair

You can bring suitable equipment directly to our trade counter and workshop:

Janitorial Express Unit 44, Hornsey Street London N7 8EL

We are located close to Holloway Road Underground Station (Piccadilly line). Please contact us before bringing in a large machine or booking multiple repairs so we can confirm workshop availability and access arrangements.

Collection and return service

A collection and return service is available within our service area, currently charged at £15 each way. Contact us with the machine type and collection address to confirm availability.

Book a repair enquiry: 020 7700 3322

Who We Supply

We work with a wide range of organisations that need dependable, professional cleaning equipment and the support to keep it running. Our customers include:

  • Contract cleaning companies requiring reliable machines for new and ongoing contracts

  • Facilities managers and in-house cleaning teams at commercial premises

  • Schools and educational establishments managing cleaning across large, varied floor areas

  • Hotels, hospitality and leisure venues where appearance standards are high and downtime is costly

  • Offices and commercial premises of all sizes

  • Retail businesses with high-footfall hard-floor areas

  • Property and building-management companies managing multiple sites

Multi-site and multi-machine requirements

Where several sites or machines are involved, we can discuss standardising equipment and consumables across your operation. Standardisation simplifies operator training, reduces the number of replacement parts you need to hold, and streamlines ongoing purchasing.

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Why Choose Janitorial Express for Cleaning Equipment?

There is no shortage of online retailers selling commercial cleaning machines. What Janitorial Express offers is something different: a real trade counter, a working repair workshop, and a team that uses and understands professional cleaning equipment every day.

The difference in practice:

  • Trade counter and workshop in Holloway, North London - speak to someone in person, bring a machine in for assessment, or collect an order

  • Practical, independent advice - we recommend what suits your site, not what happens to be in stock

  • Purchase and selected hire options - flexibility to match your budget and operational requirements

  • In-house repairs and PAT testing - no need to send machines away to a manufacturer

  • Accessories and consumables - pads, brushes, detergents and parts to keep your equipment performing

  • Delivery throughout London and the South East - or Click and Collect from our Holloway trade counter

  • Collection and return for repairs - available in our service area at £15 each way

  • Carbon Neutral Gold certified - our commitment to sustainability extends to the products and services we recommend

  • Jangro member - access to a professional network of cleaning product brands and training resources, including free online training for cleaning operatives

Our aim is straightforward: help you select equipment that is appropriate for the work, and support it with the accessories, consumables and maintenance it needs to perform reliably.

Frequently Asked Questions

What commercial cleaning machine is suitable for large hard-floor areas?

A scrubber dryer is generally the most practical choice for larger hard-floor areas because it washes and dries the floor in a single pass. However, the right model depends on the floor type, area size, layout, access constraints, tank capacity, battery runtime and how frequently the machine will be used. Contact us with your site information and we will help you evaluate the available options.

Can I hire commercial cleaning equipment from Janitorial Express?

Hire is available on selected machines, subject to availability and your requirements. Contact us with the type of machine, your location and the expected rental period so we can confirm what is available and the current pricing.

Do you repair commercial cleaning machines?

Yes. Our in-house workshop in Holloway repairs commercial vacuum cleaners, rotary machines, scrubber dryers, carpet-cleaning equipment and other professional machines, subject to assessment. Please provide the make, model and fault description when making an enquiry.

Can you help me choose a floor-cleaning machine?

Yes. Tell us about the premises, floor surfaces, approximate area, access conditions and how often the machine will be used. We can then advise on the type and size of equipment most likely to suit your needs.

Can I get a quote for commercial cleaning equipment?

Yes. Complete our enquiry form, email sales@janitorialexpress.co.uk or call 020 7700 3322. Providing the floor type, site size, intended use, delivery location and preferred timescale will help us prepare an accurate recommendation.

Do you supply cleaning machine accessories and consumables?

Yes. We supply and source pads, brushes, vacuum bags, filters, batteries, detergents and selected replacement components. Please provide the machine manufacturer, model and serial number when enquiring about a specific part.

Can I bring a machine directly to your workshop?

Yes. Suitable machines can be brought to our trade counter and repair workshop at Unit 44, Hornsey Street, London N7 8EL. Please contact us before bringing in a large machine or booking multiple repairs so we can confirm access and workshop capacity.

Do you collect machines for repair?

A collection and return service is available within our service area, currently charged at £15 each way. Contact us with the machine type and collection address to confirm availability.

Do you carry out PAT testing?

Yes. PAT testing is available at our Holloway service centre, currently charged at £4.50 per item.

What brands of cleaning machine do you supply?

We supply machines from professional cleaning equipment brands and can source through our supplier network. Contact us with your requirements and we will advise on the most suitable options currently available.

Get Advice, a Quote or a Repair Assessment

Whether you need a new commercial cleaning machine, a hire option, accessories or help repairing existing equipment, the Janitorial Express team is ready to help.

Trade counter and repair centre:

Janitorial Express Unit 44, Hornsey Street London N7 8EL

Suitable products can be ordered online for delivery or Click and Collect. For machinery, hire and repairs, please contact us first so we can confirm the most appropriate arrangements.

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