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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.

It's just about time for Spring Cleaning again and we understand that it can be overwhelming, at best. What if, instead of cleaning the house, you could be enjoying yourself while the professionals at First Coast Home Pros did the work for you? Check out our full list of housekeeping, interior and exterior services here and contact us to schedule an appointment. Spring is calling your name...let us freshen up your house for you!

Spring is (finally) in the air. It seems that this winter was one for the Florida record books. The cold, wet and seemingly never-ending gloomy weather is now on its way out for good. Temperatures are rising, sunshine is consistently peeking out from around clouds and Jacksonville residents are preparing for springtime. Sure you’re looking forward to backyard cookouts, beach trips with the kids and dusting off the bikes, but what about dusting…or let’s be honest, deep cleaning, the house? You guessed it. We mean spring cleaning. We understand that it doesn’t generate the same energy as fun outdoor activities do, but with a little help and a solid plan of action we think you will be just as excited once it is done! We’ve compiled the best cleaning tips to prepare your house for spring and advice for when to call in the pros’ help.

Do you find yourself unable to relax in your own home? Your home should be your place of peace, your sanctuary, but instead you feel anxious and easily distracted. What’s up? It may be your stress level! Chances are your clutter is at an all time high, the blinds need to be dusted, and the carpet needs to be deep-cleaned. Are we right? If you can’t even unwind in your own home, where can you?

Let's face it -- over time, every homeowner will see dirt, grime, mildew and other unsightly stains accumulate somewhere on their property. From the house exterior, driveway, walkway, fence, deck, or patio -- it's bound to happen.  You can even rent them by the hour. But that doesn't necessarily mean that you should take the job of pressure washing your house yourself. Some things are better left to highly trained professionals like those at First Coast Home Pros.

Contrary to what many big box stores will have you believe, unskilled pressure washing service can actually be dangerous, and can even cause more damage to your house than it would cost you to hire a professional. You are working with a machine capable out outputting up to 4,000 pounds per square inch of water. That's a lot of power! 

There are few better ways to remove accumulated dirt and grime from the outside of your home than with pressure washing.  Unfortunately, not all pressure washing companies offer quality services. Some use outdated equipment that no longer offers a thorough cleaning, while others may not properly vary the pressure as they clean different parts of your home. At First Coast Home Pros, we take pride in offering our customers the highest quality, most effective pressure washing services in the area. However, we don't want you to just take our word for it. Take the time to interview other pressure washing services before hiring them to pressure wash your home. Make sure that you ask these five questions to ensure that you get a thorough, safe and effective cleaning for your money.

Understanding Upholstered Furniture

Upholstery is the often-padded, covered part of furniture. While it needn’t be cushioned, it typically is, thus it’s multi-layered. This makes its care more complex than rigid, single-strata furniture, such as wood or metals. There’s usually some sort of surfacing material -- most commonly fabric, leather or synthetic -- over springs or webbing, with a pad between the two. Traditional padding may be animal hair or a dried plant product, while modern furniture uses manufactured material.

Why Take the Trouble?          

Furnishings represent a large part of the investment we make in our homes. Proper care increases the service period of almost everything, while neglect will shorten useful life. If you have children, or pets, or your furniture sees heavier-than-average use (perhaps you host regular get-togethers or study groups in your home) then the furniture will need extra care. This way, it will last longer and look better.

Most of these tips apply equally to indoor and outdoor furniture, but there’s a section at the end dedicated to patio and lawn chairs and chaises, and that's taking care of upholstery cleaning Jacksonville, FL-style.