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Used Homeowner Property - Keep or Throw Away?
In many cases restoration can cost less than replacement.
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Creating a Clean and Healthy Indoor Living Environment
There are at least two things that can be done to create a clean and healthy indoor living environment.
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Risks of Water, Fire, and Mold Damage
Life is full of surprises, and not all of them good! Depending on the severity of the incident, picking up the pieces and putting things back as they were can be a challenge many homeowners would rather avoid.
Professional Cleaning Services
Is Hiring a Professional Really Necessary?
Not every job requires professional assistance. However, when a professional is needed, not all professionals measure up. How can consumers choose whom to hire?
Cleaning Leather
Leather Needs Your Help
How to keep your leather furniture looking its best.
Odor Control
How to Make Your Home Smell Good - The Right Way
When you smell something foul, you may be tempted to reach for a can of air freshener. However, that will only mask the odor. Instead, learn how to remove odors the right way.
Floor Inspection
Hard Surface Flooring Inspections - Why They Are Sometimes Necessary
Hard surfaces can deteriorate due to climate, abuse, natural disaster, even improper installation; increasing the costs of repair or replacement if left unchecked.
Floor Inspection
IICRC is Now The Clean Trust
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is now The Clean Trust.
Water Damage
How to Determine What to Keep or Save After Water Damage Occurs
Whether you are the victim of a flood or your plumbing sprang a leak while you're on vacation, The Clean Trust, formerly known as the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) offers some helpful suggestions on what to do.
Stain Removal
Tips for Carpet Color Repair
Color repair by Clean Trust-Certified technicians can provide a "face lift", allowing carpet to look good throughout its lifetime.
Upholstery Cleaning
How to Protect Upholstery From Damage
By showing it a little TLC and implementing these Clean Trust suggestions, our furniture can continue doing what it does best - supporting us and looking good!
Professional Carpet Cleaning
How to Select the Right Professional Carpet Cleaning Service
It is time to bring in a professional carpet cleaning service. But which one? Selecting the right professional can make all the difference in maintaining a clean and healthy home environment.
Mold
Five Principles of Mold Cleanup
There are five general principles of cleaning up - or remediating - mold.
Mold
Why Hire Certified Cleaning Services?
The Clean Trust provides a consumer referral service to locate trained and certified cleaning and restoration firms and technicians.
Entry Mats
Matting Matters for Reducing Spring Cleaning
Place the right type and length of walk-off matting outside and inside exterior doors to stop dust, dirt and moisture from entering.
Upholstery Cleaning
Information for Consumers of Upholstery Cleaning Services
Routine maintenance is vital as is periodic help from skilled professionals.
Indoor Air Quality
Is Your Indoor Air Clean? Experts May Use a Particle Counter to Check
Clean Trust Certified technicians may use particle counters to help ensure your air is clean after mold cleanup.
Water Damage
How Do Water Damage Restorers Use Infrared Cameras?
Infrared cameras, like infrared thermometers, are used to detect surface temperature differences: here's how they help Clean Trust-Certified experts ensure your home is dry after a flood or other water incident.
Remediation
How Moisture Meters Can Help After Flooding
Why many Clean Trust-Certified professionals use moisture meters during and after completion of flood cleanup or other water restoration.
Professional Cleaning Services
Explaining The Clean Trust
The Clean Trust is a non-profit organization that sets standards for the cleaning and restoration industry. Many professionals follow these guidelines when cleaning a commercial or residential property.