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Benefits to Hiring Window Washers

Benefits of Clean Windows Windows improve the look of your home, let in fresh air, and make your house more energy-efficient. This guide will explore the benefits of keeping your windows clean all year round. You will also find valuable tips on how to hire the right professionals for the job. When your windows are…

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The Ultimate Home Cleaning Guide for Pet-Parent Allergy Sufferers

There’s no denying that “pet people” would do just about anything for their furry, four-legged friends. That includes ignoring pet-induced allergies and sniffling, sneezing, and scratching their way through their days. Pet allergies are caused by dander, a protein found in your pet’s skin, saliva, and urine. All pets with fur or feathers have it,…

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Rent a Power Washer vs. Hire Pressure Washing Services

Rent a Power Washer vs. Hire Pressure Washing Services Rent a Pressure Washer vs. Professional Power Washing When you need to clean your concrete, siding or other exterior surfaces, pressure washing is a great option. A common decision you may face is whether to rent your own equipment or hire a pro. If you’re renting,…

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Five Sneaky Places Germs May be Hiding in Your Home — and How to Clean Them

Forget the “five-second rule!” Here’s how to get your surfaces truly clean.

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Professional Carpet Cleaners vs DIY Rentals: Which Works Best & How to Find a Pro

Looking for a Carpet Cleaner? Whether you’re looking to rent a carpet cleaning machine, hire a professional or just find the right chemical treatments to remove a stain, this guide covers it. Carpet is one of the most popular flooring choices in the nation. It looks great, feels soft underfoot and is inexpensive to install….

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How to Choose the Right Cleaning service

How to Find and Hire a Maid Service: Questions to Ask, Tips and More

Looking for a House Cleaner? Keeping a home clean can be a never-ending chore that consumes much of our free time. If life seems to revolve around mopping, vacuuming, dusting and changing bed linens, hiring a professional housekeeping service in your area may be the solution. This guide covers everything to expect from a housekeeping…

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5 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Hire Personal Helpers For

Updated October 2017 You probably know that you can hire errand runners and personal assistants for services like laundry, housekeeping, bank and post office services, dog walking, food pickup, and more. But on request, they can do a lot more than that. Here’s a list of 5 services you didn’t know they could do for…

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How to Clean Your Outdoor Furniture

Outdoor furniture comes in different materials like wood, wicker, aluminium, and wrought iron. While setting up outdoor living spaces, it is necessary to choose the right type of furniture that suits your lawn, garden, or patio. It doesn’t stop with choosing the right style and material; you must install it properly and in the right…

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Perfectly Imperfect: Home Modifications for Disabled Pets

Life with a disabled pet can be challenging. The responsibilities of frequent vet visits, daily medications, and special nutrition can be demanding even for the most dedicated and attentive pet parent. But the joys of caring for a dog or cat with special needs are plentiful, and the work is rewarding. Figuring Out Their Needs…

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Carpet Maintenance

Carpet is often found in “high-traffic” areas, such as living rooms, bedrooms, and finished basements simply because it is the most invisibly durable type of floor covering. Plus, if you have kids, carpet is always the wiser choice since it creates a slip-free surface and an artificial padding for rambunctious children. Not only does it…

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Your Home’s Circulatory System: Heating and Cooling Air Ducts

Levels for about a dozen common organic compounds were found to be two to five times higher inside the home than outside, according to the EPA’s Total Exposure Assessment Methodology (TEAM). Meanwhile, higher trending energy costs and the continuing need for energy independence has put a premium on residential energy efficiency. Ductwork – the circulatory…

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