It’s been a difficult year for most of us. The Covid-19 pandemic has caused a lot of upheaval and uncertainty. No one would have guessed we would be spending months in lockdown without being allowed to see friends and family. Fortunately, there is now light at the end of the tunnel and we’re sure you’re probably as excited about that as we are! Many restrictions have now been lifted and we’re all being encouraged to go out and enjoy a staycation. With travel abroad still off the cards for many people, they will be looking a little closer to home for their family holiday. Which is great news fo ..read more

Over the last few months you have probably watched the news and have seen companies “fogging” streets and businesses with a disinfectant treatment. At the start of the pandemic, we looked around the market to try and find a product that we could offer. However, because Covid-19 was a new virus, no disinfectant had been adequately tested. We always ensure that any product we use is of the highest standards of safety, so we didn’t jump in. Over the past two decades we have been working in the fire and flood restoration sector and have had the experience of using foggers over that time. There ar ..read more

The workplace has been ranked as one of the unhealthiest places you will encounter during your day, which can be a bit of a problem. According to the most recent* statistics published by the Office of National Statistics (ONS), 141.4 million days were lost through sickness in Britain. This averages out to 4.4 lost days for each worker. While there was a variety of reasons for people taking the day off sick, minor illnesses accounted for 38.5 million days of lost work. Minor illnesses include coughs, colds, flu, sickness, nausea and diarrhoea. And that’s before we take into account the unpreced ..read more

Panic seems to be the response from most people when they drop or knock over a drink We see the aftermath – and the damage caused by the attempted clean up. Frayed carpet pile or bleached carpets are the most common signs. This is how I would tackle it*: If it’s red wine don’t throw white wine on it! Yes, it will dilute the red but it’s making the area larger and leaving you more to clean. I think this hint came from the days when at dinner parties the only thing to hand was wine as the kitchens were down in the basements! Now, what ..read more

With winter well and truly here and the Christmas celebrations over, we still have a few weeks of long dark nights ahead. But it’s also a time for the family to cozy up with a good film or a board game – so why not do it in a healthy environment? Ask yourself, when did the carpets and sofas last get cleaned?   On average, only 1 in 10 families clean their carpets or sofas regularly and because over Christmas we have eaten and entertained more they have taken even more of a battering. We spend more time in our homes this time of year ..read more

Over the past 20 years or so, I have cleaned many thousands of carpets, including all of the different types. This means that should I be looking to buy a new carpet; I know exactly what I’m looking for. Here is what I think you should consider when choosing a new carpet for your home, and it depends on many factors: Do you have pets, kids, and a busy house? Carpet made from nylon fibre is popular because it’s durable, stain-resistant (which makes it easier to clean) and affordable. It’s the most suitable choice for busy households with kids and pets running around. Olefin and polyester are ch ..read more

‘Tis the season for staying indoors and snuggling up on the sofa. It also happens to be the perfect time of year to get another deep clean in before the impending arrival of festive guests.   Why clean now?   This time of year can be a bit of a drain. The weather has turned and everyone around you seems to have a cold or the flu. Keeping those germs at bay is the best argument we can think of for getting the marigolds on! Now, we can’t promise contagious germs won’t find their way into your home. Aside from refusing to let your fami ..read more

We recently cleaned all the carpets in a property for a customer. She was initially wondering if it was worth cleaning them or if they were too bad to save.   Our verdict   Before doing anything else, we inspected the carpets and discussed the various marks and stains left from the previous owner. Our verdict? The carpets were still in perfectly good condition, with lots of wear left in them. We reassured our customer that we would do our best to remove the stains and marks that were concerning her, as we do with every clean.   As there were a number of carpets that needed cleaning in our cust ..read more

In our line of work we see a lot of carpets. Recently we’ve also come across quite a bit of carpet moth damage. Carpet moths are tiny. But don’t let their size fool you, they are also incredibly destructive. Their larvae are the main culprit for any damage. They feed predominantly on keratin which is found in natural materials like wool, cotton and silk, so your carpets make for a tasty snack! All the larvae do is eat, so they can get through a lot of carpet, despite their tiny size. How do you spot them? There are a few tell-tale signs which will give away whether you have a carpet moth prob ..read more

We talk a lot about cleaning carpets, but what about rugs? They see just as much action as your carpet, if not more! Traditionally rugs are used to protect carpets and make them last longer, but there is no reason why your rug shouldn’t get a little TLC too. We come across so many rugs in all different shapes, sizes, patterns and materials. They can prove to be very grubby places, particularly if there is a deep pile. Hoarding dust and bacteria, muck can really get worked down into the fibres. Sometimes a vacuum really isn’t going to do the job! Luckily our cleaning solution is gentle enough t ..read more