From Tucson Carpet Installer to Valley Leader: Vaakawi Celebrates 30 Years of Service in Arizona

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PHOENIX, AZ – March 15, 2022 – Vaakawi (formerly Bacahui Services), a premier provider of commercial cleaning and facility maintenance services, is proud to announce the celebration of its 30th anniversary. This milestone marks three decades of continuous growth, resilience, and commitment to maintaining healthy environments for Arizona businesses.

Founded in 1992 in Tucson, Arizona, as "Bacahui Carpet," the company began as a small, family-owned operation focused on residential floor care. Over the decades, the business pivoted to meet the growing demands of the Arizona market, shifting its focus entirely to commercial janitorial services and relocating its headquarters to the Phoenix metropolitan area.

"Reaching 30 years is a testament to the trust our clients place in us and the hard work of our crews," said the Operations Director at Vaakawi. "We have evolved from a single carpet van in Tucson to a fleet of violet and orange trucks serving some of the largest office complexes and facilities in the Valley. While our initial process to change our name happened in 2020 to reflect our modern identity, our core values of reliability and 100% satisfaction have never wavered."

A History of Evolution
The company’s journey reflects the changing landscape of Arizona business:

• 1992: Founded as Bacahui Carpet in Tucson.
• 1999: Expansion into the Phoenix market and a strategic shift to exclusively commercial janitorial services.
• 2015: A strategic decision to streamline its corporate identity. The company realized that retaining 'Carpet' in the name no longer adequately represented the comprehensive scope of services.
• 2020: A major rebrand to Vaakawi, re-introducing the distinct Violet and Orange branding to improve safety visibility and modernize the company image.
• 2020-2022: The company successfully navigated the COVID-19 pandemic by implementing hospital-grade electrostatic disinfection protocols, which helped keep essential Phoenix businesses open and safe.

Looking to the Future
As Vaakawi enters its fourth decade, the company is focused on integrating technology with traditional service. This includes the continued use of electrostatic disinfection, green cleaning initiatives to support LEED-certified buildings, and advanced digital reporting for facility managers.

"The cleaning industry is no longer just about mops and buckets; it is about public health and asset preservation," the Director added. "We are excited to bring innovations to our partners in Phoenix as we look toward the next 30 years."

About Vaakawi
Vaakawi is a locally owned and operated commercial cleaning company based in Phoenix, Arizona. Specializing in daily janitorial services, floor refinishing, and carpet extraction, Vaakawi serves a diverse portfolio of clients, including corporate offices, medical facilities, and industrial centers. The company is known for its signature Violet and Orange branding and its commitment to "100% Satisfaction."