Happy Mother’s Day
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Happy Mother’s Day! Although today is officially Mother’s Day, our moms should be loved and cared for every day of the year. As we age, so do our parents, and your mom may need some extra assistance as she is getting older. Being mom, she may find it difficult to admit that she needs help.
M - MAKE sure your mom is having regular health check-ups.
O – ORGANIZE and communicate with your siblings to ensure that someone will be calling or visiting to make sure she is coping.
T – TIME. If you can’t be there in person, take the time to contact by phone. Skype is a cheap and effective way of communicating if your mom uses a computer. She will be able to see you and your children, and you will be able to see her. Send her photos or videos to keep her in touch with growing grandchildren.
H – Be there to HELP or arrange for others to. If your mom needs assistance cleaning her house, getting groceries, etc… she may find it difficult to ask for help. If you are living long distance from your mom make sure that her neighbors have your contact information in case of an emergency.
E - Make sure your mom is EATING properly and regularly.
R – REMEMBER that a small allocation of your time goes a long way in mom time.
Lastly, I’d like to say to my mom HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY and THANK YOU!
The answer is NO! Getting your carpets professionally cleaned does not significantly affect the carpet protector. However, there will be a noticeable loss of carpet protector due to normal traffic areas on your carpet.
Carpet protector is a coating applied to all residential carpets during the manufacturing process. Normal foot traffic wears this protective coating off the fibers. Carpet protector can be restored to the fibers at the time of cleaning.
If you have further questions on carpet cleaning, please contact Norma and her Clean Team at 480-821-1481.
Celebrate Earth Day – 5 Simple Steps Towards Green
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Earth Day 2011 celebrates it’s 41st anniversary today. It began in the US and is now recognized in 192 countries. This is a day to raise environmental awareness and appreciation of our planet. This year’s theme is ”A Billion Acts of Green“. It is hoped that people will pledge online how they will take a small step towards a greener life.
Here are 5 simple changes you can make TODAY towards a greener way of life.
- Use reusable bags at the store
- Buy local food
- Swap to energy efficient light bulbs
- Recycle cans, bottles, etc…
- Walk or cycle where appropriate, rather than always jumping in your car.
For more information on green steps visit http://act.earthday.org/.
At Clean ‘N Fresh Cleaning Service we are on the forefront of new products and procedures to help clients achieve their goals for cleaner environments. We pledge to educate our clients on safer, healthier alternatives for cleaning.
To schedule your next residential or commercial cleaning please contact Norma and her clean team at 480-821-1481.
Can I Walk on my Carpets?
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Often we are asked if it is alright to walk on carpets that may still be damp from professional cleaning. Well the answer is yes, you can walk on the carpet, even if it is still damp, BUT keep in mind a couple of points:
- Walking on a damp carpet will quickly transfer the dirt on the bottom of your shoes, to the carpet.
- There is a possibility that any furniture that is placed onto the damp carpet may permanently bleed metal rust or wood stain into the carpet. Ensure that plastic or aluminum foil is placed between the carpet and the furniture.
- Step with CAUTION from the damp carpet onto a hard surface as it can be very slippery. It’s a good idea to place a towel at the doorway on the hard surface floor to wipe your shoes as you walk on and off the carpet.
Any questions on carpet cleaning please contact Norma and her Clean Team at 480-821-1481.
Norma is a Finalist for MomPreneur of the Year 2011…
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We are so excited to announce that Norma McCormick, owner of Clean N’ Fresh Cleaning Service, is a finalist for the Mompreneur of the Year Award 2011. If you have a moment, take a peak at the video Norma submitted for her nomination. If you feel so inclined, you can vote daily for Norma at http://www.mom-eclub.com/2011_NormaMcCormick.asp. Go Norma!
Doorway Carpet Still Looking Dirty After Cleaning?
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If your carpet still looks darker in the doorways after it’s just been cleaned, it could be due to the lighting in that area. Firstly, check and adjust the sources of light before concluding that there is still soil present. Often if a door is left open, the doorway can appear darker as it lacks the reflected light that would be there if it had been closed. A solution is to close the door and this will often balance the reflected light and make the darkened area disappear. If the area still looks dark, call in a professional cleaner like Clean ‘N Fresh Cleaning Service.
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Too Much of a Good Thing?
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From time to time we are asked if there is a such a thing as cleaning your carpets too frequently. The answer is no, you can’t clean too often. If you are cleaning your carpets correctly, you could clean them every day and they would thank you for it! A carpet’s enemy is dirt and it will damage and age your carpet. Carpet manufacturers recommend that you clean your carpets approximately once a year. If you add children and pets into the mix, more frequent cleaning may be necessary. Color and type of carpet, plus traffic are also factors to consider.
If you have any questions regarding carpet cleaning please don’t hesitate to call Norma and her Clean Team at 480-821-1481. Sign up for our monthly e-newsletter at Clean ‘N Fresh Cleaning Services.
Labels on furniture fabrics can cause confusion for the consumer. An upholstered piece of furniture can easily get soiled or have an accidental spill on it.
Upholstery fabrics are made from a variety of natural and synthetic fibers or blends, plus dyes and finishes used for upholstery can be ruined with the wrong cleaning solutions.
Cleaning labels on the upholstery help to guide you when spot cleaning. Here’s some information on what those codes mean on the labels.
“W” – Use the foam only of a water based cleaning agent such as a mild detergent or non-solvent upholstery shampoo product.
“S” – Use a mild, water-free solvent or dry cleaning product.
“W-S” – Use either of the solutions mentioned above.
There is no 100% guarantee that the labels recommended cleaning solution will be effective for spot cleaning, but it should limit the damage potential.
The manufacturer’s labels do recommend a professional cleaner for complete upholstery cleaning. A professional cleaner like Clean ‘N Fresh Cleaning Service knows how to pre-test cleaning solutions and methods.
For all your upholstery needs please contact Norma and Her Clean Team at 480-821-1481.
Just a reminder that there are only 18 days left to enter our 1st quarter customer appreciation drawing. We’ve included a photo of the goodies that one lucky winner will receive. Included are a light weight vacuum and microfiber mop which make cleaning easier and leave outstanding results.
To be eligible to enter the customer appreciation drawing you must use any of our cleaning services, give us a referral OR submit a review on YELP during January, February and March. You’ll be given one entry for using our services, two entries for a referral and one entry for giving us a review on YELP. It’s as simple as that. Drawing closes at midnight on March 31st so don’t delay in earning those give away entries.
We love showing you just how much you are appreciated, by rewarding you for using our Clean ‘N Fresh Cleaning Service, giving us referrals and taking the time to give us great reviews.
REMEMBER ONLY 18 days left!
It Happened AGAIN!
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Your carpet has recently been vacuumed and you’re thinking how good it looks, when IT happens. You don’t know how or when it happened, but it is right in the middle of the carpet for everyone to see. A spot on the carpet! Do not grab the wrong thing to treat it as it can actually help set that nasty spot.
Keeping a few items handy at the home or office can help correct the spot:
- Cornstarch can be applied to fresh grease spots to absorb them
- Dry cleaning fluids or oil solvents for greasy residues (be careful these can also delaminate the latex binding the primary and secondary layers of your carpet)
- White wine or club soda can be applied to red wine spills
- Combination of solvents and clear dish washing liquid for all purpose stains
- Glycerin or rubbing alcohol works on most ball point inks
- Pet puddles can be addressed by applying white vinegar and water to the spot, and blotting
- Eye droppers and cotton swabs make application easier, AND always use clean white towels for blotting not rubbing (we’re not applying lotion or makeup).
Place these items in a handy carry all tray so you’re ready when needed. Quick response is always our best remedy.
Still having problems? Call Norma McCormick and her Clean Team at Clean ‘N Fresh Cleaning Service at 480-821-1481. Don’t forget to sign up via our website, for our monthly e-newsletter. Keep up-to-date with all our specials and cleaning tips.
