By chris on
12/11/2009 4:43 PM
There are 5-1/2 components to a thorough and effective carpet clean:
- Use hot water: This is the same principle of using hot water to clean yourself, your dishes, your clothes, etc. Water-soluble substances dissolve more quickly in hot water than in cold water because hot water molecules have more momentum than cold water molecules, which translates to more reaction with the cleaning solution. Truck-mounted equipment heats the water to temperatures beyond boiling (hence "steam" cleaning).
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By chris on
12/7/2009 3:25 PM
The truth is that tile grout is a lot more permeable then you probably imagine. Tile grout is the cement-like plaster that holds the tiles in place and protects the corners from getting chipped. Using mops and excessive water to clean your tile floor can actually push grime, moisture and excessive cleaner under the grout and tile. Over time this can eat away at the grout, the tile, and the floor. The proper way to care for a tile floor is to have it sealed. It is vitally important to get all the dirt and mildew out before sealing the tiles, otherwise you will just be sealing dirt into the tile and the grout. As strong cleaning
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By chris on
11/29/2009 9:10 AM
(Without over-wetting or leaving a sticky residue behind)
Have you ever wondered if you are cleaning your floors and fabrics enough? Or too much? Are there frequency guidelines for professional cleaning? If so, where do you find them? Surely you have heard Wait as long as you can before you clean your carpet…. or Once you’ve cleaned your carpet, it’s never the same…
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By chris on
11/26/2009 9:19 AM
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By chris on
11/23/2009 4:02 PM
THE EPA LISTS INDOOR AIR QUALITY (IAQ) AS THE 4TH LARGEST ENVIRONMENTAL THREAT TO OUR COUNTRY
Most Americans spend 90% of their time indoors. Levels of pollutants may be 200% to 500% higher indoors than outdoors, even in cities with a lot of air pollution.
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By chris on
11/21/2009 11:31 AM
We clean carpets the best because we use the best. Our professional, truck mounted machines are the best in the business. Heat up to 240 degrees of steam, giving you a more thorough clean, removing deep soil and using less chemical. Not only do they look fantastic, but the carpets are given a deeper clean, below the surface, where harmful bacteria and allergens lurk. The carpets are safe for the kids to play on after we clean, and the chemicals we use are kid and pet friendly. Schedule an estimate today!
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By chris on
11/9/2009 1:44 PM
Here is a story about Sewage. I've ran into situations where customers aren't aware of dangerous sewage can be to your health. So I thought I would share this story with you.
  
In the timeline section, I described the cleanup of my apartment in general. This section includes the details of the cleanup along with information I received from the health department.
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By chris on
11/6/2009 9:58 AM
If you have light colored carpet, you may have experienced these dark lines that appear on the carpet. This soiling is called filtration soiling because it comes from air passing through the carpet as it is attempting to get through the crack between the carpet and the baseboard.
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By chris on
10/23/2009 8:30 AM
Are the following things familiar to you?
  
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By chris on
10/20/2009 11:01 AM
"This is Bubba. The world's most notorious carpet cleaner!"
You know the type – they “bait” you with a low price, then “switch” you to their “dual scrub” or “deep clean” system. They proceed to soak your carpet and leave a soapy residue behind. Good luck getting them back again!
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