Three Generations of Commercial Cleaning Excellence

Trusted by FM teams for high-risk, complex external cleaning across Scotland & Northern England.

Founded in 2018, Struan Window Cleaning builds on a family background in the commercial cleaning industry.

Supporting FM providers, managing agents, and estates teams across complex commercial portfolios.

Our Story

Struan Window Cleaning is built around a team of experienced commercial cleaning and access specialists, combining hands-on technical expertise with structured management, safety leadership, and proven delivery systems.

Our approach is grounded in a multi-generational background in commercial cleaning, dating back to the 1950s. This long-standing industry experience has shaped our focus on quality, reliability, and safe working practices—principles that continue to underpin everything we do today. Previous generations of the business successfully operated at national scale, culminating in the acquisition of a family-run commercial cleaning operation by Rentokil Initial in the mid-2000s.

Our team includes rope access technicians, multi-skilled operatives, and an experienced management team. We support FM providers, managing agents, and estates teams across Scotland and Northern England, delivering compliant, well-planned external cleaning services on complex, live commercial sites using modern access methods and industry-leading safety standards.

Company Facts

Founded: April 2018
Family background in commercial cleaning
Director: Neil McGinniss Snr (45 years experience)
Director: Neil McGinniss (20+ years experience)
Team: rope access, cleaning and management specialists
Service area: Scotland & North of England
100% self-delivery—no subcontracting
EcoVadis SILVER (Top 15% globally)
SafeContractor Approved (AN9720)
IRATA Full Operator Member (8221/O)
Fully insured: £10m EL / £10m PL / £5m Products

Rope access technicians cleaning glass facade on commercial office building

Live Rope Access Works

Multi-storey commercial office, Glasgow

Designed to Reduce FM Workload

We're structured to make your life easier—clear RAMS, predictable scheduling, documented reporting, and proactive issue management.

All works planned, delivered, and audited in-house—no unmanaged subcontracting
Dedicated project management with single point of contact
Planned access strategies for live, occupied buildings
Proactive communication—fewer emails, fewer escalations
Named director accountability on every project

Our Team

Skilled professionals with comprehensive training and certifications across all commercial cleaning access methods.

Rope Access Technicians

IRATA-certified specialists including Level 3 Supervisors—an exceptional team capability for complex high-level work.

Certifications: IRATA Levels 1, 2, and 3

Multi-Skilled Cleaners

Versatile window cleaning professionals trained across multiple access methods and specialist techniques.

Certifications: IPAF, PASMA, CSCS, DOFF, Jet Wash

Management Team

Experienced leadership ensuring project coordination, safety compliance, and quality standards across all operations.

Focus: Operations, H&S, Quality, Client Relations

Safety Isn't Compliance—It's Culture

At Struan, we don't just meet safety standards—we exceed them. Every team member is equipped, trained, and empowered to work safely at height.

100% First Aid Trained

Every team member is qualified in First Aid, including CAT Bleed training for real trauma scenarios.

Safety-Critical Medicals

All rope access technicians pass comprehensive medical screening to ensure fitness for working at height.

SOVOS Platinum Trauma Kits

Level 3 supervisors carry advanced bleed control kits—because delays cost lives.

Quarterly Safety Meetings

Regular reviews of IRATA topic sheets, site audits, and incident analysis to continuously improve.

Ongoing Competency Training

Continuous assessment and upskilling across Working at Height, COSHH, Manual Handling, and more.

IRATA Operator Member

Audited and accountable under the strictest rope access industry standards.

"This isn't compliance for compliance's sake—it's competence, culture, and care. When clients trust us with high-risk work on complex buildings, they know they're hiring a team that's genuinely built for it."

— Neil McGinniss, Director

Service Coverage

Primary Service Areas

Scotland (all regions)
North of England

Extended Coverage

For major projects and large commercial sites, we travel throughout the UK. Contact us to discuss your location and requirements.

Based in South Lanarkshire

Centrally located at The Glebe Industrial Estate, Unit 1, Douglas, Lanark, ML11 0QT—ideal for serving Scotland and Northern England efficiently.

Major Cities We Serve

Scotland

Glasgow
Edinburgh
Aberdeen
Dundee
Stirling
Inverness

North England

Manchester
Leeds
Newcastle
Carlisle
Durham
Sunderland

Why Choose Struan

Our competitive advantages position us as Scotland's leading commercial cleaning and rope access specialists.

Rope Access Excellence

9 IRATA-certified technicians including Level 3 Supervisors—exceptional team capability for complex high-level projects.

Safety Leadership

Beyond compliance: 100% First Aid trained, CAT Bleed certified, quarterly safety audits, and continuous training.

Sustainability Certified

EcoVadis SILVER (Top 15% globally) demonstrates our commitment to environmental, social, and ethical excellence.

Multi-Access Capability

Full coverage: Rope Access, MEWP, 80ft Reach & Wash, PASMA, and ground-based solutions for any building type.

Family Heritage

A family background in commercial cleaning. Proven track record including successful sale to Rentokil.

Comprehensive Insurance

£10m Employer's Liability, £10m Public Liability, £5m Products Liability—your peace of mind guaranteed.

Work With Scotland's Leading Specialists

When complex buildings need expert external cleaning, you need a team with the credentials, experience, and culture to deliver safely and professionally.

Trusted by national FM providers. Experienced in multi-site commercial portfolios. Specialists in live, occupied buildings.

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