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
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
Does your home experience a reoccurring pet smell that seems to come and go with the changes in the weather? No matter what you try the foul and embarrassing scent returns. Humidity may be a factor and with summer coming soon it will only get worse. Odors that seem to come and go, or change … Read more
Being an IICRC certified carpet cleaning firm and celebrating 24 years in business this month, we have heard a few old wives tales that are common misconceptions circulating throughout our industry. Among all the many myths about carpet are concerns over proper cleaning, especially expecting the carpet to soil more quickly after having it professionally … Read more
In the harsh winter months facility managers are faced with the extra task of dealing with icy walkways and the interior mess caused by ice melting products. Homeowners too struggle with many of the same dilemmas. Ignoring the slick surfaces can lead to legal action and injury. Dealing with the ice can potentially cause damage … Read more
You might be wondering what a “professional carpet cleaning company” and TV and radio stations both have in common? Aside from Broadloom and Broadcasting each containing a common word, both know there is a proper time and place to take a short pause for letting your audience know just who you are. To the customer … Read more
A recent pet emergency at my home this past holiday week reminded me that pet accidents can involve more than just odors and the usual urine and fecal carpet stain related problems. Our 10 year old Black Lab, Princess Cleopatra, had a terrible medical issue and the mess in my home required a thorough deep … Read more
Whether you are preparing for holiday guests or cleaning up after them, you can eliminate permanent carpet damage and or a costly bill from your local carpet cleaner by being prepared and tending to those little accidents promptly. With the Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s holidays quickly approaching, it seems that with each passing year, … Read more
Fuzzy looking balls that appear on the surface of fabric upholstery are a condition known as “pilling”. Pilling can happen to the most expensive fabric as well as the cheapest. Usually pilling cannot be cleaned away but may be the result of improper cleaning along with other factors. Have no fear though, there is a … Read more