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• Cleaning Services

  Background Checks on Home Service Workers is Important

  Background checks on home service workers are vital if it involves taking care of an elderly person.
• Carpet Cleaning

  Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) Expands the Seal of Approval Program

  New pet odor and stain category, new Platinum Level for extractors and systems, and energy efficiency rating option for vacuums introduced.
• Carpet Cleaning

  Carpet Cleaning ABCs

  Mastery of the basics will help ensure your carpet stays clean and healthy.
• Time Saving

  Cleaning Faster Through Delegation

  Really fast and thorough cleaning requires the right blend of motivation, equipment and skills — and delegation.
• Green Cleaning

  Cleaning Green

  With green cleaning, prevention is key. The less dirt you track inside, the less need for cleaning products.
• Leather

  Cleaning Leather Furniture

  Tips from the pros.
• Asthma And Allergies

  Cleaning Products: A Valuable Ally

  The proper use of cleaning products is an effective and efficient tool in combating the triggers that lead to asthma and allergy suffering, according to The Soap and Detergent Association (SDA).
• Professional Carpet Cleaning

  CRI Makes Cleaning Service Seal of Approval More Consumer Friendly

  Expanded program requires carpet cleaning companies to uphold principles of customer service and satisfaction, and to comply with a professional code of conduct.
• Professional Cleaning Services

  Does Hiring a Bonded Cleaning Service Really Matter?

  27% of professional cleaning service owners said they felt bonding creates a false sense of security for customers.
• Spring Cleaning

  Don't Waste Your Time with Spring Cleaning When You Could Be Playing Outside

  Society is automatically wired to “spring clean”, when actually spring is NOT the best time to do it.
• Spring Cleaning

  Economic Conditions Stimulate Change in Spring Cleaning Behaviors

  SDA survey shows effectiveness, cost and convenience are top factors in consumers’ cleaning product choices; economy has influenced household cleaning habits of nearly 8 In 10 Americans; 68% still regularly engage in Spring Cleaning; consumers increasingly seeking sustainability benefits in products.
• Saving Money

  Financial Housekeeping - Recession Survival Tips

  Financial advice from personal finance guru Suze Orman, and the IEHA.
• Cleaning Services

  Finding a Cleaning Service With a Smile

  The basics of finding a reliable cleaning service.
• Mold

  Five Principles of Mold Cleanup

  There are five general principles of cleaning up - or remediating - mold.
• Fall Cleaning

  Flip the Seasons! Fall is the Best Time to Clean

  Spring cleaning is a misnomer! Fall is by far the best time to clean.
• Cleaning Strategy

  High-Quality Speed Cleaning for Cozy Winter Living or Short Notice Entertaining

  Four key housecleaning actions to get it done!
• Cleaning Services

  Hiring a Carpet Cleaner? Check Out "Seal of Approval" Service Providers

  The Carpet and Rug Institute recognizes Service Providers that use proven products and processes to clean carpets.
• Cleaning Services

  How to Choose a Great Home Cleaning Service and Ensure You Get Top Notch Service

  Okay, so you are ready for a service to clean your home. Good for you! But, you may ask: “How can I trust someone in my home, or better yet, with a key to my house?”
• Upholstery Cleaning

  How to Protect Upholstery From Damage

  By showing it a little TLC and implementing these IICRC suggestions, our furniture can continue doing what it does best - supporting us and looking good!
• Professional Cleaning Services

  Is Hiring a Professional Really Necessary?

  Not every job requires professional assistance. However, when a professional is needed, not all professionals measure up. How can consumers choose whom to hire?

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