Carpet cleaning is essential for maintaining a healthy living environment as it removes dirt, allergens, and bacteria that accumulate in the fibers, which can cause respiratory issues and allergies. Regular cleaning extends the carpet’s life by preventing the buildup of abrasive particles that can wear down fibers, preserving its appearance and texture.    This perennial task can be done through various methods, each suitable for different types of carpets and levels of soiling. Meanwhile, many households opt to hire carpet cleaning services, which offer benefits but also have some d ..read more

Infographic: 14 Ways to Control Dog or Cat Hair How to control pet hair in your home—it’s a problem that homeowners have faced ever since the first wolf puppy wandered into a cave and curled up beside the fire. Whether your beloved dog or cat has short hair or long hair, shedding on furniture, floors, and clothing can be annoying, embarrassing, and disgusting. I have both a short-haired little mixed breed dog and a long-haired golden retriever. My little one-eyed dog, Josie, doesn’t shed as much as the bigger one. But she does leave tiny hairs all over the sofa and on my shirts. My golden, Se ..read more

Billionaire brothers move into household cleaner business The Wall Street Journal reports that Koch Industries, Inc. will be entering the household cleaner business, competing with established brands such as Clorox and Procter & Gamble. A new carpet cleaner product line will be launched under the Stainmaster brand. Read the full story on WSJ.com.   For more articles, subscribe to our newsletter! The post Koch to clean carpet appeared first on Cleaning Business Today ..read more

Bringing home a new puppy or adopted older dog is an exciting time for any family, filled with plenty of excitement and joy. But alongside the fun, the new addition of a pet in the home will most likely require some housetraining, and inevitabley, some pet related accidents. Pet urine can be extrememly difficult to fully remove, and many over-the-counter products simply mask the odor without tackling the root of the problem. After a decade of extensive testing and research, Chem-Dry, the world’s leading carpet and upholstery cleaning service, has developed P.U.R.T. – a cleaning process that e ..read more

Whether for your business or to share on your blog for your customers, these tips are great to have in your back pocket. Enjoy this helpful infographic courtesy of Foam Frenzy. Click the image to enlarge or download.  The post Infographic: 10 DIY carpet cleaning secrets and tips appeared first on Cleaning Business Today ..read more

Floor refinishing can be complicated and many cleaning professionals overlook the fact that it can also be dangerous. As the weather gets warmer, expect to see more floors in commercial settings being stripped and refinished. This is invariably true in educational facilities but has become somewhat of a tradition in all types of locations, from offices and healthcare locations to retail outlets.   Floor refinishing can be complicated and many cleaning professionals overlook the fact that it can also be dangerous. Because of this, this month’s Powr-Flite Troubleshooter, which focuses on fl ..read more

It’s not too late for the cleaning industry to be heard! OSHA’s 2015 National Safety Stand-Down is a 9-day company and national awareness campaign to increase understanding and compliance with fall prevention methods. And there’s still time for every cleaning company in the US to participate before the official event ends May 15, 2015! “Falls from heights remain the leading cause of death for construction workers,” said Deputy Labor Secretary Chris Lu. “Over the last 10 years, more than 3.500 workers have died as a result of falls – more than 1 in 3 of all construction deaths.” In the cleaning ..read more

Before your next stain appears, the IICRC offers insight on what you should avoid when it comes to keeping your carpet clean LAS VEGAS – Have you ever cleaned up a stain only to have it reappear the next day? If your answer is “yes,” then you didn’t remove it all the way. But don’t feel bad, this happens to millions of homeowners each year too; simply because they don’t have the knowledge of a professional carpet cleaner. The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has identified eight common carpet cleaning mistakes to help you extend the life of your carpet ..read more

Carpet cleaning fees are based on the amount of area cleaned, so the faster a job can be completed, the more profitable it is. West Chicago, IL – In the carpet cleaning industry, time is money.  Charges are based on the amount of area cleaned so the faster a job can be completed, the more profitable it is.  This is especially true in commercial carpet cleaning. The following are tips from CFR (continuous recycling extractors) that should be taken into consideration before beginning a commercial carpet cleaning job to help the job move along quickly and efficiently: Work order: Prepa ..read more