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You’re More Than a Purchase Order: What Vendors Must Do to Earn Your Loyalty

What should estate managers demand from vendors? Trust, proactive service, and discretion. Susan Lindine shares 8 ways vendors can earn lasting loyalty.

Decoding Care Labels

The modern laundry care label we see today is the evolution of an extensive classification and regulation system known as the ‘Textile and Wool Act’ put in place by the…

Don’t Wait for the Frayed Edge!!

Learn how proactive linen replacement strategies help estate managers maintain consistent quality, avoid rush orders, and protect the principal’s experience.

Standardizing Service with Task Sheets

Creating repeated task sheets can help streamline and automate routine tasks, saving time and reducing the likelihood of errors or missed details.

Haul out the Holly – Holiday Prep and Cleaning

Whether the estate is hosting a holiday ball, various cocktail parties, or family dinners, one fundamental aspect never changes: Creating a spotless venue.

The Secret Language of Laundry

In many estates, the laundress is handling some of the most fragile and irreplaceable items in the house. One of one couture gowns and suits made by hand on Savile Row require expert care. The skilled laundress knows not only how to interpret laundry care symbols, but has an extensive repertoire of textile reactions to liquids, heat, steam, chemicals, and common care methods.

Using Zoning to Streamline Estate Operations

Zoning serves two primary roles within an estate: operational zoning and service zoning. Operational zoning addresses the physical structure and movement within the property, supporting security, vendor movements, environmental operations, and maintenance. Service zoning is the working foundation of the daily schedule, determining how each space is assigned, cleaned, and cared for. These two systems work together to create a manageable, efficient, and aware household environment.

Opening a Winter Home for the Season

This time of year, many estate teams are headed to ski resorts and mountain homes to set up for the season. Their goal is to ensure that owners are met with a home that feels like a private luxury resort in which to entertain their family and guests. There are certain steps an Estate Manager can facilitate to prep the home for incoming residents.

Comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Checklist For High-End Home Features

Maintaining high-end appliances and systems in your home is essential to preserve their functionality, longevity, and overall value. By implementing regular preventative maintenance practices, you can ensure that these features…

How to Find a Private Housekeeper for a High Net Worth Household

Finding the right housekeeper for a high net worth household can be challenging, and today, the market is more competitive than ever. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know, from job descriptions, salaries and benefits, to the questions the experts always ask in the interview process.

Cleaning a Rare Book Collection

The favorite place for the family to gather in the winter is the library; It’s cozy and warm. There’s a stone fireplace, plush club chairs, and a sense that the…

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