Year-End Inventory Checklist for Janitorial Supplies
As 2025 winds down, it’s the perfect time for facility managers and janitorial supervisors to review their cleaning supply inventory. Planning ahead ensures your team enters 2026 fully stocked, reducing the risk of running out of essential items and avoiding last-minute rush orders.
While we don’t provide a downloadable checklist, you can request a PDF catalog via email with all our janitorial and cleaning products, including wholesale options. This catalog helps you plan your orders, compare options, and determine quantities for your facility or business.
Key Categories to Review
When evaluating your year-end inventory, focus on these essential categories:
1. Laundry and Fabric Care
Bulk laundry detergents are critical for facilities with on-site laundry, including hotels, hospitals, and residential services. Consider these options:
Alondra Blue Laundry Detergent, Fresh Scent, 5-gallon pallet – Strong cleaning power, works in both standard and HE machines.
Alondra Green Laundry Detergent, Tropical Scent, 5-gallon pallet – Effective stain removal and long-lasting freshness.
Alondra Free & Gentle Laundry Detergent, 5-gallon pallet – Hypoallergenic option for sensitive skin or healthcare environments.
Fabric softeners can help keep linens soft and reduce static:
Extra tip: Keep extra detergent pallets on hand during high-volume periods like hotel peak seasons or hospital turnover days.
2. Dishwashing and Kitchen Cleaning
Maintaining a hygienic kitchen requires bulk supplies of hand dish detergent and specialty cleaners:
Alondra Hand Dish Detergent, 5-gallon pallet – Cuts grease and food residues effectively.
Extra tip: Stock a few pallets of hand dish detergent for emergency replacements during busy catering events or restaurant rushes.
3. General Cleaning Supplies
Essential all-purpose cleaners, bleach, and specialty chemicals ensure your facility stays safe and sanitary:
Alondra All Purpose Cleaner, 5-gallon – Versatile for floors, counters, and other surfaces.
Alondra Bleach, 5-gallon pallet – Strong solution for sanitation, stain removal, and deodorizing.
Extra tip: Store cleaners separately from detergents and food prep areas to prevent cross-contamination and ensure safety compliance.
4. Hand Hygiene Products
Reliable hand soaps are crucial for compliance with health regulations:
Alondra Hand Soap, 5-gallon pallet – Gentle on skin, effective for frequent use.
Extra tip: Keep multiple pallets near high-traffic areas such as kitchens, restrooms, or medical facilities to maintain hygiene standards without interruption.
5. Floor & Specialty Surface Care
Many facilities require specialized products for floors, carpets, and other hard-to-clean surfaces. Keeping these on hand can prevent last-minute ordering and maintain a polished appearance:
Floor cleaners, carpet shampoos, and wax removers are key for high-traffic facilities like schools, gyms, and office buildings.
Extra tip: Schedule end-of-year maintenance with your team to use up existing products while planning bulk orders for the new year.
Wholesale Ordering Tips
Ordering wholesale pallets simplifies inventory management:
5-gallon pallets include 36 buckets, and 2.2-gallon pallets include 80 buckets.
Discounts of 25% off the retail price are automatically applied in the cart.
Freight is calculated based on delivery location; ensure your facility can accept large shipments.
Large storage space is recommended, along with cargo unloading capability (forklift, pallet jack, or similar).
If you cannot accommodate freight delivery, you can arrange pickup from a local freight terminal.
Planning Quantities
Small facilities may only need one or two pallets per year.
Medium-sized operations, such as hotels or laundromats, may need multiple pallets of detergents and fabric softeners.
High-volume users, such as commercial laundries or restaurants, should stock multiple pallets of all-purpose cleaners, bleach, and hand soaps to prevent downtime.
Extra tip: Consider seasonal demand cycles to adjust quantities, such as increased floor cleaner usage in winter due to tracked-in dirt.
Benefits of Pre-Planning
Reviewing inventory at year-end ensures:
You avoid running out of critical supplies.
Bulk purchasing reduces per-unit costs.
Staff efficiency improves when essential products are always available.
Budgeting for the new year is easier with predictable supply needs.
Extra tip: Pre-planning allows you to take advantage of wholesale pricing and secure products that may otherwise be backordered.
Request a PDF Catalog
To help plan your 2026 orders, request a PDF catalog via email. It includes wholesale pallet information, detailed product descriptions, and pricing, making it easy to compare options and place orders:
Start the New Year Fully Stocked
With Alondra’s high-quality bulk cleaning products and wholesale options, your facility, business, or resale operation can start 2026 fully prepared. Review your inventory, select the pallets you need, and place your wholesale orders online to ensure uninterrupted operations.