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
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
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
One of the top 3 trends in the carpet care industry today is training. New cleaning techniques, environmental regulations, face fiber compositions and developments in manufacturing almost command the need for staying educated. Certifying bodies and organizations dedicated to improving the cleaning industry are a great way for carpet cleaners and building maintenance professionals to … 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
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
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
Football season is in full swing and sometimes your little MVPs forget to take off their cleats before coming in the house. Mud is a soil best cleaned when dry. Prior to starting it’s always a good idea to consult you manufacturer’s warranty and test carpet spot cleaners in an inconspicuous area for color damage. … Read more
To sum it up in two words; “very carefully”! It sounds like a cheap excuse for an answer but knowledgeable and professional carpet cleaning companies will agree, proceed very carefully. With the growing demand for natural materials and smart environmental choices, conventional carpet cleaning methods may not be the answer anymore. Materials used in the … Read more