April 22nd marks the 51st Anniversary of Earth Day. And while eco-friendly living and sustainable business practices should always take priority, Earth Day is a well-needed reminder that we all have a role to play in nurturing the health of our only home. Those roles may vary, but there are universal strategies for protecting the […]

There’s little debate that clean environments are critical in maintaining the health and safety of occupants. And while “clean environments” can entail sterilized surfaces and waste-free spaces, it also means employing the best practices and resources to ensure high indoor air quality (IAQ). IAQ is defined as the cleanliness of air within and around buildings, […]

Coffee spill on your carpet that just won’t go away? Stubborn salt spots from winter? Dirty stains that keep coming back, over and over again? This is called “carpet wicking”. It happens when soil is trapped so deep in your carpet that it has penetrated the carpet padding or the subflooring. After a carpet cleaning […]

Your professional cleaning company should have a commitment to green cleaning embedded in their policies, processes, and products. Green cleaning is responsible cleaning – both in terms of environmental safety and in terms of building occupant health. Learn more about the importance of green cleaning. The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) is an organization focused […]

Have you heard of the hot water extraction method for carpet cleaning? It’s the deepest clean for carpets. Are you using it in your building?   What Is Hot Water Extraction for Carpets? You may have heard of the terms “steam cleaning” or “steam-extraction” before. While these terms are often used to describe hot water […]

You have likely heard of “day cleaning” before – it’s becoming an increasingly large trend in the cleaning industry. Many condominiums, offices, and commercial buildings are learning about the benefits of day cleaning, and changing their cleaning programs to include it. Overnight cleaning has been the industry standard for a long time, but we’re starting […]