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Professional Carpet Cleaning
Need Your Carpet Cleaned by a Professional?
Find a service you can trust by contacting the IICRC.
Carpet Cleaning
Are You Using Seal-of-Approval Products?
The CRI Seal of Approval program identifies effective carpet cleaning solutions and equipment. Only the best pass the test.
Carpet Cleaning
Maintaining High-Traffic Carpet Areas
What steps should you take to maintain carpet in a high-traffic area?
Cleaning Services
Hiring a Carpet Cleaner? Check Out "Seal of Approval" Service Providers
The Carpet and Rug Institute recognizes Service Providers that use proven products and processes to clean carpets.
Stain Removal
Color Restoration for Carpet Stains and More
Carpets receive the greater part of daily household abuse: pet stains, drink spills, food stains, soil, sun-fade, bleach discoloration and lots more. So before you discard the old floor covering for a new one, consider an alternative that’s a lot easier on the pocketbook – professional color restoration.
Static Electricity
Static Control
Studies have revealed that static electricity does not become a problem with most people until the relative humidity drops below 40 percent.
Stain Removal
Remove Red Wine Stains
Spilled wine should be cleaned up quickly.
Cleaning Strategy
High-Quality Speed Cleaning for Cozy Winter Living or Short Notice Entertaining
Four key housecleaning actions to get it done!
Carpet
Health Perspectives: Choosing and Installing New Carpet
Going green when choosing and installing new carpet.
Carpet Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning 101
Most carpet today is made with synthetic fibers, such as nylon, polyester, or olefin, and may be cleaned with common methods such as hot water extraction. Other fibers may require special attention.
Stain Removal
Carpet Spot Removal 101
Stain-resist treatments provided on most carpets are designed to repel most acid-based dyes in many, but not all, foods and beverages. With proper patience and prompt attention, most common household spills can be removed.
Water Damage
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.
IICRC ANSI-Approved S520 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation Available
The new reference guide, which provides updates to the standard originally released in 2003, will help cleaning professionals provide high-quality service, and assist consumers in finding qualified firms to perform remediation.
How To Maintain Your Vacuum Cleaner
To keep your vacuum cleaner operating at peak levels of performance, follow these simple maintenance tips from the IEHA.
Deep Cleaning and Selecting A Carpet Cleaning Professional
If you find that no matter how much you vacuum, your carpet still does not look like it used to, it may be time for deep cleaning. While there are do-it-yourself cleaning methods on the market, hiring a professional is often the safest, fastest and easiest option.
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.
Need Help? Contact the IICRC
If you need expert help with carpet care, water-damage restoration or any of 21 expertise areas, the IICRC can help.
Floor Care Tips
Here are some tips from the International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) on how to properly care for and maintain one of the hardest working surfaces in your house.
Need Restoration or Remediation? IICRC Can Help
The non-profit IICRC continues to reach out to consumers, insurance companies, and government agencies to raise awareness of the value of using well trained, certified technicians and firms to perform restoration and remediation work.
Stain Removal Made Easier
Understanding spot ‘make-up’ is key to removal.