What should I know about the cleaning schedule of a nail salon’s pedicure chairs?

Begin with the schedule itself. A good one separates what happens between clients, at the end of each day and at longer intervals, and says who is responsible. Ask for the logs and see whether they are filled in consistently or look as if they were completed all at once.

Watch the routine. After a client leaves, how long does the cleaning take, and is the process the same every time? Notice whether technicians follow the steps when the salon is busy. Look inside the basin and around jets and drains for residue, and ask how filters and liners are handled.

Ask about the products used for cleaning and whether technicians have been trained to use them. Ask what the salon does when a chair breaks down, and how problems or complaints from clients are recorded. Finally, look at the equipment’s age and repair history, since older chairs can be harder to keep properly clean. A buyer may decide to replace some of them, so ask for quotes. Your lawyer can confirm how outstanding complaints or issues should be handled in the agreement, and a cautious buyer reviews routines again soon after closing. Compare the log dates with the days the salon was closed, which quickly shows whether entries were made honestly.

Key takeaways

• Ask for the written schedule and the logs behind it.
• Watch the routine during a busy period.
• Check chairs’ age, repairs and replacement costs.