This year our September community ‘giving-chain’ is a win-win for clients AND the Child Crisis Center.  To be part of the local community ‘giving chain’, write a tax-deducible check of $25 or more to Child Crisis Center, and present it to Clean ‘N Fresh Cleaning Service, where you will receive $50 off Clean ‘N Fresh Cleaning services which total $150 or greater. Eligible services include carpet, upholstery, mattress, tile and grout, rug and fine rug cleaning and janitorial services.

The Child Crisis Center was founded in 1981 and has a mission to create strong families and safe kids. It is committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, providing emergency shelter and strengthening families through programs and education. For more center information, visit http://www.childcrisis.org/

What I once assumed safe and environmental friendly – just isn’t so. A large portion of day to day cleaners are filled with toxins. Currently there is no universal recognized definition for “cleaning”.  With this in mind the public’s awareness of effective cleaning has been hampered. Ask ten people, “What is clean?” and the results may be 10 different definitions for clean.  Effective cleaning comes down eliminating harmful germs, bacteria and microorganisms, while the use of environmentally preferable cleaning products is a secondary goal. The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) analyzed 2983 chemicals used in OUR personal care products – shampoos, soap, lotions and deodorants. The RESULTS were astonishing!!  884 were found to be toxic, and of those 778 can cause acute toxicity, wait it gets worse -146 can cause tumors, 218 can cause reproductive complications and 376 can cause skin and eye irritation. Chemical toxins gradually build up in our systems. The toxins aren’t just limited to personal care products and cleaning products, aerosols can linger in our indoor air for hours.

 In a recent study California Fish and Game Department found household bleach, laundry detergent, dish soap and all purpose cleaners to be the most toxic substances in their aquatic waterways.  The EPA has stated that INDOOR AIR QUALITY is one of the nation’s most important environmental problems. The facts now show that more than 60 MILLION Americans, that is roughly 1 in 4, experience respiratory problems, such as asthma and allergies resulting from indoor substances – often cleaning products. To reduce the risk associated with cleaning products and help protect indoor air quality observe limited exposure ,improve ventilation during and after the use of products, rinsing surfaces liberally and controlled amounts of products applied. These simple steps can be taken to help improve our home environments. The GREEN effort is now on the move and more products are being tested for toxicity and performance ability.

How safe is your home? For further information regarding cleaning products and Air Cleaners please feel free to contact us at 480-821-1481.

What once was the PERFECT piece of furniture that totally set the stage, no longer fills its purpose. Reality set- in as well as the oil from the dogs coat as he rubs along the edge, or the cat hair that clings and impregnates the very fibers, and don’t forget the kids, they’ve left their permanent mark also.

Can a home be furnished with family and pet friendly fibers? – you BET.  Today’s fibers are more resilient and sturdier then ever. Most fabrics used for upholstery come treated with fabric protector. Not the silver bullet against spills BUT certainly it allows us the opportunity to respond, and need I say QUICKLY. Quick response is the key.  PLACE a small white cotton towel under a seat cushion to use for emergency spills. If needed, gently place the towel over the spill to absorb the spot, No rubbing, scrubbing or smashing necessary.

The protector is the key to prolonging the life of our furnishings, BUT it will wear off with use, (and who doesn’t use their Furniture?) Exactly,  reapplication is essential.  When searching for the IDEAL piece be sure to check the fibers you are considering and their cleaning recommendations. Outdoor furniture is durable and cleans up easily.  We can NOW protect your carpets and furnishings with Solar Shield Protector which  prevents sun fading (pretty good for us Arizonians). 

Visit our website at www.cleanNfreshcleaning.com to download your FREE copy of “The Smart Consumer’s Guide to Carpet Cleaning.” Call the experts at 480-821-1481 or send an email to Norma@cleanNfreshcleaning.com.  Norma McCormick , owner of Clean NFresh Cleaning Service and Norma’s fine Oriental Rug Cleaning is a certified Master Textile Technician with more 18 years experience in the cleaning industry.

The latest trends ALWAYS keep us yearning. When it comes to flooring needs the latest is GREEN technology like the bamboo wood flooring, or the carpets giving off less off gases. BUT what really works for you and your family?  Ceramic tile is nice and comes in an array of colors, sizes and textures. Natural stone leaves a regal feel throughout the home, and wood gives that timeless safisticated look.

The real question is WHAT  works for YOU and your lifestyle? I have heard alot of sad stories regarding the new flooring that was the end all. The beautiful Cherry wood flooring for $35 ,000 – only to find out every time the dog ran across the floor he left large gouges in the floor. Or the travertine flooring for $20, 000  – to find out to have the look they wanted cost approximately $3,000 on a regular basis to keep up the look they wanted.  I think we all love the look the designers create but let’s face it – we all have to live in it. Most of the time maintenance and cleaning don’t come into question until after the fact. Before installing a new flooring ASK about cleaning and durability, what about kids and pets? the right time is prior to the installation. When considering changing the flooring in your home, talk to some professionals about the pros and cons. Good luck with your purchases, and most of all your cleaning.

Education and training are important in any trade you’re in. We believe strongly in training our technicians in all aspects of carpet and upholstery cleaning. Recently we hosted a hands on training session for fellow carpet cleaners. It was refreshing to get to see the experts teach about their fields, like carpet repair and installation. As the cleaners of your carpet we get occasional questions regarding ripples on the carpets after washing. Some of the time this is attributed to improper installation. Some of it is due to the age of the carpet and the backing wearing down. It flattens out as the carpet dries but can be pretty mind blowing for the home owner. We even discussed new backing material being used in the industry that allow the backing to grow with age -again adding to the rippling. We are in hopes that as an industry that we can encourage all members and partners to be more cognizant of their role in the flooring industry. You have any questions regarding carpet and flooring needs please feel free to contact me at 480-821-1481.

Hi my name is Norma and I’d like to welcome you to my Blog! I am well trenched in the dirt that effects our lives and homes. I got started years ago in the house cleaning industry and branched off from there.
I always assumed that what I knew about dirt everyone knew also. What I want to do is share my knowledge and expertise with you – through cleaning tips, products and industry updates.

My targeted area is the Phoenix area. One of the things that sets us apart is the ability  to wash fine hand woven rugs in plant. We have customers seek us out from all over the United States. I hope the information provided in this blog will be of help and we certainly encourage your questions and thoughts in the comments section.