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Odor Control and Removal Made Easy
Identify the source and attack it intelligently.Oriental Rugs and More
Rug weaving is a tradition that spans the centuries and many cultures.Pets & People: Protecting Your Carpet
The United States is home to some 68 million dog owners and 73 million cat owners, according to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association. That’s a lot of love — and a lot of carpet stains. Accidents on carpet require quick cleanup to remove bacteria and odor.Prevention and Cleanup: Water Damage From Winter Storms and Cracked Pipes
Every year the combination of winter storms and frozen pipes causes millions of dollars in water damage to homes and buildings. Here's what you can do to prevent problems or clean up.Q&A on Carpet Cleaning
The IICRC answers several commonly asked questions about professional carpet cleaning.Recovering from a Flood or Other Disaster? Hire a Certified Firm
Do not attempt to treat major water or fire, smoke and odor damage yourself. A far more practical solution is to hire a certified restoration firm for professional advice and assistance.Remove Red Wine Stains
Spilled wine should be cleaned up quickly.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.Smoke Damage - A Menace to Civilization: What to Do?
Where there's fire, there's usually smoke. Although experts do their best to contain a fire, they are all but helpless in controlling the billowing clouds of smoke that fire creates. What can you do once the damage has been done?Spring into Cleaning
The Clean Trust has a few tips to make cleaning easier.Stain Removal During and After the Party - A Professional's View
Act Quickly! Ninety percent of the spots on carpet and upholstery can be removed completely if they are absorbed, blotted and flushed within two or three minutes.Stain Removal Made Easier
Understanding spot ‘make-up’ is key to removal. Summer Stain-Fighting Secrets
Don't cry over spilled milk or juice or many other kinds of stains. Instead, heed a few hints on getting carpet clean.The cleantrust Alternative to Do-It-Yourself House Clean-up
Many of today's homes are built with products difficult to clean (stone, ceramics, specialty woods). Also, carpet or leather and upholstered furniture can be expensive to replace if irreversibly damaged by harsh chemicals or techniques.Tips for Carpet Color Repair
Color repair by cleantrust-Certified technicians can provide a "face lift", allowing carpet to look good throughout its lifetime. Tips for Wood Flooring and Hard Surface Flooring
Hardwood and other floors a hassle? The IICRC experts share tips on cleaning and maintaining wood and hard surface floors.Truth or Myth: Carpet Aggravates Allergies
Does carpet aggravate allergies, or not?Used Homeowner Property - Keep or Throw Away?
In many cases restoration can cost less than replacement.What is a Hot Water Extraction ("Steam") Cleaning Method?
"Live steam" is not employed in this cleaning method, only warm or hot water. What is the Standard Drying Time When Carpet is Cleaned?
Just-cleaned carpet should dry within six to eight hours or less, and should never stay damp more than 24 hours, or microbial growth and odor may occur.