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Here in Florida, we are known for our extreme weather conditions. Intense sunlight, thunderstorms, high temperatures, and humidity each plays a significant role in our lives, to say nothing of the salt, sand, and ocean overspray we get to enjoy throughout our state. These features make our region special, but at the same time they affect our homes and our responsibilities as homeowners. The windows of your home, for example, are greatly affected by the elements and need to be cleaned from time to time, not only to keep them looking good, but also to protect them from damage.

Keeping air ducts clean and clear is important in maintaining the air quality in your home. When dust accumulates in your ventilation system, trouble will occur. Some issues are highly visible, for example, the accumulation of excess dust on the furniture and fixtures in your home. Some issues, however, are less tangible. For example, when you or someone in your family experiences allergies that are worse than usual, it could be related to the air quality in your home, and thus,possibly to your ductwork. Replacing and repairing your duct system may solve your problem, but can be a costly and invasive process. Effectively cleaning your ducts may also have a positive effect, and at a much lower cost. If you know the type of ductwork you have and the problem that is affecting your system, you’ll know whether to replace the system or simply schedule an appointment to have it professionally cleaned.

Upholstered furniture receives almost constant use. We sit on it, lounge on it and put our feet on the fabric, let the pets lay on it, and the kids play on it. Dust and pet hair settle into the cracks and corners, and the daily wear and tear can really start to show. It’s possible to keep your upholstery looking tidy, but like many other features in your home, it benefits from regular professional deep cleaning. Don’t let the “dry clean only” tags deter you; getting your upholstered furniture thoroughly clean is easier than you think!

Scrub the tub and toilet, deep clean the kitchen sinks and countertops, and vacuum each and every corner, including the stairs. These are just a few of the cleaning tasks on everyone’s Spring Cleaning checklist. Deep cleaning chores are taxing and time consuming, and as a result, often get overlooked. Then, when Spring rolls around, we have to stock up on sponges, rubber gloves, and cleaning supplies, roll up our sleeves, and get to it.

If you’re like most homeowners, these deep cleaning tasks sound miserable, and it’s easy to think of twenty things you’d rather be doing. Our advice is to hire the best professional house cleaning service you can find and hand the cleaning lists over to them. Leave all unwanted cleaning chores to the professionals, and focus on those twenty things you’d rather do!

Spring is in full swing, and for many of us, so is Spring Cleaning, at least on the inside of the house. Whether Spring Cleaning to you means deep cleaning or simply tidying up, there’s something to be said about getting a fresh start. As you make your way through the neverending list of tasks, remember that to keep with the spirit of Spring Cleaning, the house needs to be cleaned top to bottom, inside and out!

Pressure washing is the perfect way to get hard surfaces really clean. A combination of the right water pressure, good technique, and an effective cleaning solution will remove even the worst and deepest set stains from the wooden boards of your deck, dock, boardwalk, and siding. Too much power or the wrong technique, however, can severely damage or even ruin the wood surfaces around your home. In some cases, damage can be fixed by sanding the boards, but in other cases, boards or planks may need to be replaced or even rebuilt. Avoid these horror stories by learning how to pressure wash your wood surfaces the right way!

Step 1: Select the right pressure.

Pressure is measured in psi (pounds per square inch), and typical pressure levels for power washing range from a few hundred psi all the way up to a few thousand. It’s tempting to just opt for the highest level of pressure available, but high pressure can etch into brick and cement surfaces, and will totally destroy softer wood surfaces.

It’s a terrible feeling to step onto wet carpet after the carpet cleaners you hired have already driven away. Carpet that gets too wet subsequently takes too long to dry, and in the meantime the carpet fibers can become damaged. Good professional carpet cleaners have been trained to know the perfect amount of water and cleaning solution to get your carpet extremely clean. Just as importantly, they know how to extract as much moisture as possible from your carpet so that it dries quickly and completely. Unfortunately, there are many incompetent carpet cleaning companies in town with improperly trained technicians and faulty equipment. Know how to avoid such companies and you’ll keep your home and carpet safe.

There are many pressure washing companies in Jacksonville, and when the time comes to have your house and driveway cleaned, you have a choice to make. Some pressure washing services are downright bad; they overcharge, and underdeliver. Other companies are mediocre and will show up and clean your house, but will leave you disappointed. At First Coast Home Pros, we do things a little differently. We have a dual focus on both the customer and the project, and go above and beyond to make sure that we leave you thrilled and your house sparkling. In short, we aim to please!

First Coast Home Pros is revered throughout Jacksonville for being the professional pressure washing company committed to quality and customer service alike. Here are some of the specific features that make us the best in the business: