Initial Washroom Hygiene UK Reviews 

16,856
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Looking at 600 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their friendly, professional, and reliable service, often highlighting their helpfulness and positive attitude. Many people appreciate the efficiency and thoroughness of the service provided, noting that tasks are completed without fuss and with great attention to detail. Reviewers frequently mention the excellent customer service, where staff go above and beyond to address questions and resolve issues promptly. The user experience is often described as seamless and stress-free, with staff being adaptable and mindful of the environment. However, some people were dissatisfied with unacceptable service, poor conduct, and a lack of accountability, particularly when issues arose with product supply and resolution. There were also instances where customers paid for specific products, like logo mats, but received standard ones and struggled to get answers from customer service.

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Staff

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Service

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Customer service

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User experience

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Product

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Michael is our point of contact twice weekly when he comes into our Early Years Setting. Always friendly and polite, Michael greets all the children warmly (they often see him coming, speak to him wh... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We've been using Initial to supply our logo mats for years now. And honestly we cannot fault them, every month our mats are collected, cleaned & replaced by their very friendly driver Stuart. Every ti... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Steve is always friendly, reliable and professional. He comes in regularly to service and change the nappy bins and always gets the job done without any fuss. He’s polite, approachable and clearly tak... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A huge thank you to the practically perfect person who bravely faces the contents of our nappy bin. What some see as shit filled nappies he sees as a personal challenge-and conquers it every single ti... See more

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Company details

  1. Hygiene Service
  2. Business to Business Service
  3. Garbage Collection Service
  4. Hygiene Station
  5. Waste Management Service

About Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

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We are one of the UK’s leading providers of washroom solutions, offering an extensive range of products and services to enhance your washroom, whilst ensuring your organisation complies with important legislation.

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Setting the standard for Hygiene and delivering safer work, public and leisure spaces across the UK, since 1903

Local and Expert Response
Supporting our customers in a post-pandemic world, with an effective and fully compliant service built around their specific needs, and delivered by highly trained, RSPH accredited, local CDRs.
Innovative Solutions
Combining our expert understanding of human behaviour and how germs spread, to bring hygiene innovations to the market that are designed to help break the chain of transmission and support the very highest hygiene standards.
Technology
Technology integrated in our product range with no-touch and intelligent connected 'devices' that alert when refill is required as well as in our servicing, with full traceability of service delivery to provide the best customer experience possible.
Health & Safety
A company with a ‘World Class’ Health & Safety record.
Sustainability
A company focused on delivering sustainable operational solutions, and working towards zero customer waste to landfill across our full customer portfolio, and already achieved in England and Wales

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4.9

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always friendly and reliable

Always friendly and reliable. Short and sweet.

April 23, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience with us. We're glad to hear that you find our services reliable and friendly.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always on time and very friendly thanks…

Always on time and very friendly thanks to the wonderful staff like Carl

April 27, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We appreciate you sharing your feedback. We are so happy to hear that you found our staff to be friendly and punctual.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 stars for Kevin

Kevin is always friendly and approachable when he visits us and if we have questions regarding the products. He speaks and says hello to all staff and is polite to our customers if they are present when Kevin comes in, and is pleasant throughout. He does a very thorough job everytime and leaves the place clean and tidy, and asks if everything is okay before he leaves. Customer service 5 stars.

April 29, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. We're happy to hear that you find our team member friendly, approachable, and thorough. It's great to know that their politeness extends to your staff and customers. Thanks for your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Initial Review

Gary Smart from Initial Services in North Ayrshire has been excellent. Friendly, professional, reliable, and always does a thorough job. He’s easy to deal with and clearly takes pride in his work. Highly recommended

April 29, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We're happy to hear about the excellent service you received! It's great to know that the individual was friendly, professional, and reliable, and that they consistently did a thorough job. We appreciate your recommendation.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Andy restocks our machines and is…

Andy restocks our machines and is always smiling and helpful, he is a credit to your company

April 29, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We appreciate you sharing your positive experience. We're happy to hear that you find the service satisfactory and the interactions pleasant.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff and children are always…

The staff and children are always pleased when Colin visits. He's friendly and takes time to chat to the children 😊

April 28, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We appreciate your positive feedback! We are so happy to hear that the staff and children enjoy the visits and that they are friendly and engaging.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 star service

5 star service. Linda is always friendly and polite

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We're happy to hear that you had a positive experience! Thank you for taking the time to leave us this wonderful feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Gary Smart our initial cdr is very helpful and polite to staff always on time and his bins are always spotless,he is a credit to your company and we think very highly of him,

April 24, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. It's great to hear that our team member is helpful and provides excellent service. We value knowing that their efforts are recognised. Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service from Carl as always

Always an efficient and great service !

Carl is an asset to the company and is consistently friendly and engages in conversation !

Never have an issue or any problems with initial, and we have asked for more than 1 time a month pick up and within the week they sent someone to discuss the change and sort everything out ! Great company !

April 1, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We're happy to hear that you consistently receive efficient service! It's great to know that our team is friendly and helpful. We appreciate your positive feedback regarding the pickup service and are glad we could accommodate your needs. Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It's always nice to see Colin

It's always nice to see Colin, he's always got a smile for us and says hello to all the staff and children. It's a pleasure to have him visit.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We're happy to hear that the visits are a positive experience! It's great to know that the staff and children appreciate the friendly interactions. We appreciate your positive feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always polite and professional

Always polite and professional and does a fantastic job every visit.

April 23, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience! We're so glad to hear you consistently receive polite and professional service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Carl is a real gentleman and a real…

Carl is a real gentleman and a real asset to your company.
He is always polite and nothing is too much trouble.
Keep up the good work thank You

April 23, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We appreciate you sharing your positive experience! We're so glad to hear that our team member is polite and helpful. Thank you for your kind words and feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Raymond always comes in cheery and does…

Raymond always comes in cheery and does a grand job! He explains what he is in to do that day and any changes to the service.

April 20, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We're happy to hear that you had such a wonderful experience! It's great to know that the service was well-explained and performed to your satisfaction. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, efficient, Colin is friendly and has a great manner

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We appreciate you sharing your positive experience. We're happy to hear that you found the service efficient and the team member friendly.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and professional service from

Friendly and professional service from
Colin, always greeted with a smile nothing is too much trouble.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We appreciate your positive feedback. We are so happy to hear that you experienced friendly and professional service and that nothing was too much trouble.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Colin is fantastic, always going the extra mile for us if we need him to.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We're happy to hear that you had a fantastic experience! It's great to know that our team member's efforts are appreciated. Thank you for your positive feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A quick efficient service with staff…

A quick efficient service with staff who always smile when they come to visit. Minimal fuss, always getting the job done :) Kevin has been particularly delightful on his last few visits. Always stopping for a chat!

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We're happy to hear that you found our service quick and efficient! It's great to know that our staff's positive attitude and dedication to their work made a difference. We appreciate your kind words.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service Friendly service from people who…

Friendly service from people who respect our work place and always show patients and kindness to our staff and pupils.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We're happy to hear that our team provides friendly service and treats everyone with respect, patience, and kindness. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Customer Service

We always have a nice experience when your staff come to our school. Your staff are always pleasant, happy and efficient.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from Initial Washroom Hygiene UK

We appreciate you sharing your kind words! We're so glad to hear that you consistently have a positive experience with our pleasant, happy, and efficient team at your school.

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