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Floor Inspection
Hard Surface Flooring Inspections - Why They Are Sometimes Necessary
Hard surfaces can deteriorate due to climate, abuse, natural disaster, even improper installation; increasing the costs of repair or replacement if left unchecked.
Garbage Disposal
An Easy, Greener Way To Recycle Food Waste?
Disposers may offer more than just convenience. In several respects, they’re an environmentally responsible alternative to putting food waste in a landfill.
Carpet
Severely Dirty and Abused Carpet...Deep Clean or Replace?
It looks like a 'Friday Night Tractor Pull' was performed in the living room; and the traffic lanes look like scars that didn't fully heal. Should your carpet be professionally deep cleaned or replaced?
Basement
Correcting Mold and Musty Odors from Basements
Relative humidity levels rising above 50 percent stimulate the growth of mold, mildew, bacteria and other biological allergens, which generate musty odors and can aggravate allergies.
Wallpaper
5 Tips for Decorating with Wallpaper
Careful planning, preparation, and applying can make wallpapering a much easier task.
Carpet Installation
Installing and Maintaining Your New Carpet
A quality installation can make all the difference in the performance of your new carpet, while proper maintenance will extend the time you can enjoy your carpet and help keep its fresh appearance.
Swimming Pool
Pointers on Pools and Swimming Safety
Experts recommend setting the stage for swimming safety before a single bathing suit ever gets wet.
Mold
Five Principles of Mold Cleanup
There are five general principles of cleaning up - or remediating - mold.
Green Living
Easy Green Things You Can Do Today
Implement these "green" habits today to save energy and make your lifestyle more sustainable.
Safety
Poison Prevention Pointers for Spring
It is important to keep safety in mind as you begin your spring cleaning and gardening.
IICRC
Why Hire Certified Cleaning Services?
The IICRC provides a consumer referral service to locate trained and certified cleaning and restoration firms and technicians.
Entry Mats
Matting Matters for Reducing Spring Cleaning
Place the right type and length of walk-off matting outside and inside exterior doors to stop dust, dirt and moisture from entering.
Spring Cleaning
Spring Cleaning for the Whole Family
How to delegate the spring cleaning chores to family members of all ages and get things done fast.
Smoke Alarms
Be a Detector Detective
Tips for keeping smoke and CO detectors on active duty.
Pest Control
Don’t Let Pests Winter In Your Home
During the winter months, it’s nice to have a cozy, warm place to come home to - but not if you’re sharing it with pests.
Mold
Clean, Dry Carpet Won't Grow Mold
Moldy carpet is unheard of when carpet is kept clean and dry.
Organizing Strategies
Are You Pretty Neat? Exploring the Benefits of Imperfect Organization
It's time for a new standard of organization: an imperfect one.
Water Damage
How Do Water Damage Restorers Use Infrared Cameras?
Infrared cameras, like infrared thermometers, are used to detect surface temperature differences: here's how they help cleantrust-Certified experts ensure your home is dry after a flood or other water incident.
Remediation
How Moisture Meters Can Help After Flooding
Why many cleantrust-Certified professionals use moisture meters during and after completion of flood cleanup or other water restoration.
Cleaning Services
How Often Should You Have Your Home Cleaned?
One of the questions often asked by homeowners hiring a cleaning company for the first time is, “How often should I have you come?”