“Pandemic Response Plan” In response to COVID-19, also known as the Coronavirus, Services Etcetera Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning would like to address the issue with our existing clients, potential clients and the public in general. First and foremost Services Etcetera has a “Pandemic Response Plan” in effect and is taking every precaution to ensure that … Read more
Recently, and many times in the past, I’ve been asked “Don’t they say it’s not good to have your carpets cleaned too often”. The art and the science of carpet cleaning have come a long way and yet there is still this myth or misunderstanding. Some people still believe that the more you have your … Read more
The Party is over, a new year has begun. Some have made new year resolutions to clean up the mess we have made in our lives. For others it’s time to just clean up the physical mess we have made in our little part of the world. Simple things like vacuuming our carpets can make … Read more
With winter weather quickly approaching time is a valuable commodity right now. While making considerations for your winterization budget, many big ticket items in your home are often overlooked. The largest item would be the health of you and your family. A few simple adjustments, preventative measures and small “DIY” repairs can promote healthy living … Read more
The unsightly black lines around the edges of your carpet, especially near heat vents, doorways and walls, are called filtration lines. The cause is fairly simple yet scientific. It’s removing these spots that can be difficult. I’m not aware of any “DIY” remedies that exist. Air passes through and over the carpet and upholstery in your … Read more
As the Christmas, New Year and other celebrated holidays approach, many will find themselves preparing and eating ethnic and traditional foods and goodies. Decorating the house and wrapping packages will weave its way into our busy schedules too. But each of these activities has the potential to cause unforeseen specialty spots and stains on your … Read more
Recently while watching television, I noticed a new commercial for a national carpet cleaning company claiming to be the first asthma & allergy friendly™ certified carpet cleaner. Having an interest in the floor cleaning industry I decided to further review this newly discovered information. According to the certifying organization’s website http://aafa.org/ , “the asthma & … Read more
There are four factors to be considered when it comes to effective carpet cleaning. I use the word “effective” because cleaning carpet is not just soap and hot water. They only account for half of the equation. Cleaning solution strength Water temperature Dwell time Mechanical agitation The strength of water based carpet cleaning solutions is … Read more
As manufacturing techniques continue to develop and consumer tastes evolve, newer, non carpet floor covering concepts continue to appear. Laminate floors, which have their origins in Europe, continue to change the floor covering market here in America. The increase in popularity, darker colors, richer tones and endless design possibilities is raising many questions concerning how … Read more
Spring time weather has finally arrived here in the Pocono Mountains and surrounding areas of Northeast Pennsylvania making it a perfect time to perform a simple inspection that may save you from costly repairs and or injury. Since you are most likely outside maintaining the lawn or planting flowers, an exterior check of your home’s … Read more