BmartNEPA*1 With winter quickly approaching the Berwick PA, Mountaintop PA and surrounding areas, many residents will soon be turning off the water to garden hoses, removing window screens and taking in the patio furniture. But why should residential and commercial “Carpet Cleaning” be a vital part of your winterization checklist? Most winter preparation tasks are designed … Read more
Nice weather brings pothole patching, driveway paving and crack sealing to a peak here in the Pocono Mountains of Northeastern PA. Once again residents have to deal with fresh tar being tracked into their homes and onto the carpet. A few simple household items can help clean up the mess. Tar is a sticky subject … Read more
The term “Velvet” refers to a smooth, woven tufted fabric which is traditionally made from Silk. Other fibers such as cotton, wool, rayon, polyester and nylon can also used. Constructed using special looms, the local carpet cleaner offering furniture and upholstery cleaning may not fully understand “how to clean Velvet Upholstery”. Always consult any tags … Read more
With the increased illegal drug dealing and crime activity here in Northeast Pennsylvania, especially in Hazleton PA, landlords and property managers are being subjected to damage and clean up from tear gas used by the Police and other law enforcement agencies. This noxious substance can continue to cause problems even after months of its deployment … Read more
Summer humidity is on its way here in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania and it can easily set off pet odors that have been nesting in your carpet. It can also cause pet spots and stains to mysteriously reappear. Sometimes the use of topical deodorizers and cleaning solutions is not enough to properly remove pet … Read more
With the hurricane season approaching and based on last year’s activity, flood prone areas around Berwick PA and other towns in NEPA need to be prepared. It’s a good idea to have a list of resources and information on how to proceed after the damage is done. Damage to carpet, tile flooring, walls and flooded … Read more
Memorial Day is almost here! The cookout season will officially begin and so does the task of removing “Barbeque Sauce” stains from your carpet. In Drums Pennsylvania, the smell of chicken, ribs, burgers and other delicious items will permeate the air along with my wife’s voice asking how the ketchup mysteriously got spilled on her … Read more
For “Tile Grout cleaning try this method. In a large spray bottle mix 4 cups of hot water, 2oz of lemon juice, 3oz of baking soda and a 2oz of vinegar. Spray the mixture on the floor and let it sit for about 2-3 minutes. Do not let the mixture dry and work small areas. … Read more
April showers may bring flowers but they also make mud. Here in the Berwick and surrounding areas of Pennsylvania we have a variety of soil compositions. Coal dirt, clay and garden topsoil are a few of the more popular culprits. As with any solid matter spilled or trampled onto the carpet remove as much of … Read more
While working in Mountain Top, PA last week I was presented with a fabric upholstered ottoman which I determined to be a cotton blend. The customer’s son had broken a Halloween toy containing a red dye causing a 3 inch diameter red stain on the top of the stool. After inspecting the piece thoroughly, the … Read more