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Living in Florida means we might skip the snow and slush, but we’re not immune to the challenges of keeping our homes clean during the wetter winter and spring months.  Muddy boots, debris, and sand can wreak havoc on carpets, leading to stains and premature wear.  Fortunately, with a few simple strategies, you can maintain a clean and soft carpet year long, even through those winter and spring months.  Here’s how:

If you have carpet in your home, you’re familiar with what it takes to keep that carpet in good shape: vacuum at least weekly, clean up spills as quickly and completely as possible, and schedule good professional carpet cleaning routinely.  However, when it comes to hiring great carpet cleaners, what are the best carpet cleaning techniques for your home? 

Most homeowners have their carpets professionally cleaned to enhance the way the carpet looks or feels.  High quality carpet cleaners know exactly how to remove most stains and odors and clean the fibers thoroughly so that the carpet looks great and feels soft and clean to walk on.

Professional carpet cleaning is recommended in order to keep your carpet in great shape, but it can be tough to choose the right carpet cleaning company to do the work.  Carpet cleaners have a reputation for using hard sell tactics and delivering poor quality results and poor quality customer service.  Take the guesswork out of the hiring process by using these tips to find the best carpet cleaning company in your area:

Routine cleaning is an important part of keeping nearly anything in good order, and carpet is no exception. Regular deep cleaning keeps your carpet soft, keeps allergens and bacteria at bay, and contributes to the overall cleanliness and aesthetic of your home’s interior. Considering these 5 things will make it easier to plan your carpet cleaning job:

In order to keep your carpet in good shape and your home looking great, frequent vacuuming and regular carpet cleaning are in order. However, incorrect carpet cleaning practices can be even more damaging to your carpet than if you neglected to clean it in the first place!

It can be tough to find a responsible, reliable, and overall great carpet cleaning company.  You want to be sure that your carpet is getting the best possible clean, that you can trust the technicians working in your home, and that you are paying a fair price for the work that you agreed to have done.  There are some great carpet cleaning companies, some that are downright unscrupulous, and everything in between.  

You have probably received coupons in your local paper advertising cleaning services at costs too good to be true. When the company arrives, you find that though they had advertised a certain low price, your bill is much higher due to upcharges, add-ons, and other hidden fees and costs that weren’t made clear to you. This scam is called “bait & switch,” and it is an unscrupulous tactic used all too frequently among cleaning companies. By learning more about this tactic, you will be able to recognize bait & switch companies and avoid them.

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.

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.