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Easily Remove Candle Wax from Your Carpet.

Pro-Care — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 12:00:53 +0000

Use a white towel and place it over the hardened wax. Next, place your clothes iron on the towel, making sure it is set on low. Allow the heat to soften the wax. Gently push the iron onto the towel, allowing the newly melted wax to absorb into the towel. Repeat as necessary to remove all wax.

For other stains, Pro-Care offers spot remover online. Get your carpets cleaned and receive a bottle for free!

Tired of Fighting with sap from your Christmas tree?

Pro-Care — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:28:57 +0000

Here are some simple remedies:

Hair: Apply a small amount of mayonnaise to the area, let sit then wash and rinse.

Hands: Apply mayonnaise to your hands, and then wash with soap and water.

Carpet: Apply bug repellant then scrub with a stiff brush and rinse with water.

Clothes: Apply rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer to the area, then let sit and wash as usual.

Car: Mix I cup baking soda 3 cups hot water, apply to car then wash as normal.

How to Reduce Allergens in Your Home.

Pro-Care — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:26:15 +0000

Coughing. Sneezing. Itching red eyes. Sound Familiar?

Millions of Americans suffer from allergy symptoms. Following some simple tips will reduce dust, dust mites, mold, and pet dander in your home.

Ventilate and Filter the Air Using Air Conditioning or Heat.
Opening your windows to let indoor allergies out can actually allow outdoor allergies to enter your home, such as pollen and mold spores. Using you home ventilation system will circulate and filter your air, without allowing more allergens to enter.
Reduce Humidity
Mold and dust mites thrive in high humidity areas. Using your heat, air conditioning or a dehumidifier will discourage dust mite and mold growth.
Clean Regularly
Regular cleaning will stop allergens from accumulating. Give special attention to linens, such as bedding, where dust mites are most likely. Vacuuming and regular cleaning of all floors also keep allergens from becoming air borne.

Call Pro-Care Today For Your Allergy Cleaning Needs!

Why does may Carpet and Upholstery get dirtier, quicker after cleaning it?

Pro-Care — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:51:23 +0000

Why does may Carpet and Upholstery get dirtier, quicker after cleaning it?

Most cleaners do not have adequate equipment to properly clean and extract not only the pre- existing soil and contaminates in your furnishings, but the agents they use to “clean” with. IF the soil and the cleaning agents are not removed completely, you have fabric that is still soiled, extremely wet, and now you have coated it with a soapy residue. The residue alone will attract enough dust and dirt. And if it’s left extremely wet, it now has longer to do so, because the carpet is soaked and will take days to dry.

If your furnishings are cleaned properly, regular professional cleaning will not only be the best home improvement you make, but it will actually extend the life of your carpet and upholstery by 50%.

Is Your Heating System Ready To Keep You Warm?

Pro-Care — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:15:28 +0000

Indoor air pollution is a growing public health hazard with negative effects on millions of people around the globe. Research shows that it contributes to more than half of all illnesses.

The average person spends approximately 90% of their time indoors, where pollutant levels are often two to five times higher than outdoors. The EPA has ranked indoor air pollution among

the top five environmental risks to public health.

We don’t just clean air ducts – We restore heating and air conditioning systems to superior cleanliness, including mechanical equipment and ductwork.

When your furnace is running all these pollutants may become airborne inside your home.

Protect your family and pets by calling Pro-Care today.

Is a Spot a Stain and Can a Stain be a Spot?

Pro-Care — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:56:43 +0000

Is a Spot a Stain and Can a Stain be a Spot?

Spots versus Stains

These two terms are often used interchangeably, but there are significant distinctions between the two.

Spots: Spots are substances that tend to be on the surface of the carpet. If spots are treated right away, and with the proper products and procedures, there is a good likelihood of a successful outcome.

Stains: Stains are materials that have penetrated deeply within the carpet, and that create chemical or physical bonds that prevent easy removal with standard spotting procedures. Stains can be very difficult to remove from carpet.

What is Filtration soiling?

Pro-Care — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 20:25:38 +0000

Dark lines along walls, in doorways or in streaks on the floor where carpet cushion has not been taped are known as filter or filtration soil. When the natural airflow in a structure is polluted with fine, oily soils, the carpet filters this soil anywhere that there is a narrow opening for the air to pass through. This buildup requires extensive preconditioning, agitation, and dwell time to remove and in some cases may be permanent.

What makes mold grow in my home?

Pro-Care — Sun, 15 May 2011 13:57:02 +0000

Mold enters your home as tiny spores. The spores need moisture to begin growing, digesting and destroying. Molds can grow on almost any surface, including wood, ceiling tiles, wallpaper, paints, carpet, sheet rock and insulation. The mold grows best when there is lots of moisture. There is no way to get rid of all molds and mold spores from your home. But you can control mold growth by keeping your home dry.

How often should I vacuum my carpet?

Pro-Care — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:57:43 +0000

Reasonably, you should vacuum high, moderate, and light traffic areas on different schedules. Most of the house is fine with a once-a-week vacuuming, but high-traffic areas like hallways, entranceways, and pet and kid areas need more attention – a least twice a week and sometimes daily.

The more foot traffic on your carpet, the more you need to vacuum.

What is Relative Humidity?

Pro-Care — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 13:39:59 +0000

Relative humidity is the ratio between how much water vapor is in the air and the maximum amount of water that can be held in the air. The maximum amount of water vapor that air can hold varies with the temperature of the air. As the temperature of the air increases, it is able to retain more water vapor. When the interior air comes in contact with the colder window surface the air temperature drops and it is unable to hold as much water, this causes the excess water to accumulate onto the window surface.

Indoor relative humidity is an important factor in how fact your carpet dries after having it cleaned.