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We’ve all been faced with the difficult task of trying to remove a stain from our walls, countertops, floors or other hard surface. While it may seem as though some stains are impossible to remove, that is usually not the case. The following is a continuation of our fabrics and upholstery stain removal guide but is specifically focused on removing stains from hard surfaces in your home. We researched and collected some of the most commonly used cleaning methods for some of the most troubling stains.

Pets are a wonderful addition to the lives of millions of people. They bring unconditional love and acceptance. Unfortunately, they also bring messes. Knowing how to clean up pet-related messes is a part of owning a cat or dog. Here are cleaning tips for pet owners you can use to keep your home clean while enjoying your furry companion.

Getting a stain on your couch, carpet or clothing can be extremely frustrating and difficult to remove. Sometimes those pesky stains call for unconventional cleaning methods. The following are some tips and tricks for removing some of the most difficult stains from your upholstery or other fabric surface. 

For most people, house cleaning is not at the top of the list for enjoyable activities. It's time consuming, tedious, boring, and it can be overwhelming if things haven't been cleaned for a while. By following some helpful cleaning tips, you can make house cleaning easier. Take a look at the 10 most dreaded cleaning chores and ways to tackle them.

The first hints of summer are in the air, and it's time to start thinking about summer cleaning. Before you call First Coast Home Pros to schedule summer cleaning services, it's important to consider which cleaning projects are best completed before summer starts and which are better left until the end of summer. Doing so ensures that you get the most out of your cleaning service and are fully happy with the lasting results.

Jacksonville’s Only Full-Service Specialized Cleaning Company Partners with Cleaning for a Reason

Jacksonville, Fla. (May 14, 2014) – First Coast Home Pros, Jacksonville’s only full-service specialized cleaning company, is proud to announce their partnership with Cleaning for a Reason, a nonprofit, national organization providing women battling cancer with free professional house cleaning care.

As we all know, moving is extremely stressful. You have to decide how you want to pack, get boxes and newspaper for the fragile items, remember all the errands from changing your mailing address to setting a date to cut the utilities ... it can drive you crazy! Then there is the cleaning, a whole other can of worms. Just this part can be as time consuming as all other chores combined. Cleaning seems to be a never ending struggle but you do want your security deposit back, right?

Begin planning now for the move-out cleaning. Starting a few weeks in advance may eliminate a large chunk of effort at the end. For best results, have all belongings moved at least one day before the due date, to ensure all is in good order. If this is not a task you want to take on yourself, cleaning services from First Coast Home Pros in Jacksonville can really help eliminate the stress.

For many allergy sufferers, the worst part of the affliction is that even in the comfort of their own homes – their own beds even – they find no relief. Pet dander, spring pollen, mold spores and dust are everywhere around us, even when we sleep. If this sounds familiar to you, don’t give up yet. Here are some cleaning tips to allergy proof your home.

Did you go out to buy an area rug just to cover up that stubborn stain you couldn’t get out on your living room carpet? Stains from drinks, food, or accumulated dirt may seem like a nightmare, unless you know how to properly remove them…and no, covering up the damage with a decorative rug doesn’t count! Prevention and knowing the right information for different types of stain removal will keep your carpet looking like new much longer.

Isn’t it a great feeling when you get a compliment for something you’ve worked hard on? Nothing is more gratifying than someone recognizing your hard work and complementing you for the effort you’ve invested into it. The appearance of your home is one of those things. As homeowners, we take pride in the look of our home and the countless hours we spend trying to keep the interior clean and the exterior manicured. However, sometimes our schedules get in the way and we aren’t able to spend as much time on it as perhaps we would like. This spring, take a vow to change that! With First Coast Home Pros’ full line of exterior services, you won’t even have to do the work! As spring is officially underway and spring cleaning at the top of everyone’s mind, check out these services to help you boost your homes’ curb appeal.