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• Asthma And Allergies

  Should Asthmatics and Allergy Sufferers Have Pets?

  That depends, but either way they can take the proper steps to reduce exposure to pet allergens.
• Motivation

  Overcoming a Disorderly Childhood

  Is the past keeping you disorganized?
• Carpet Extractors

  How to Choose and Use a “Home” Carpet Extractor

  There are a variety of carpet cleaners on the market and four factors to consider when choosing a unit for your home.
• Carpet Cleaning

  What is a Hot Water Extraction ("Steam") Cleaning Method?

  "Live steam" is not employed in this cleaning method, only warm or hot water.
• Air Duct Cleaning

  Should I Clean My Air Ducts?

  If not properly installed, maintained and operated, air duct components may become contaminated with particles of dust, pollen or other debris.
• Dishwasher

  Dishwasher Trouble?

  If your dishwasher is leaving spots on the glasses or detergent clumped in the dispenser, the Soap and Detergent Association offers a list of common problems — along with their solutions.
• Professional Carpet Cleaning

  What You Should Expect from a Professional Carpet Cleaner

  The steps a professional should take when cleaning your carpet.
• Upholstery Cleaning

  How to Protect Upholstery From Damage

  By showing it a little TLC and implementing these IICRC suggestions, our furniture can continue doing what it does best - supporting us and looking good!
• Carpet Cleaning

  Go for the Deep Carpet Dirt

  Your carpet's fibers, whether natural or man-made, dictate the method you should use for regular deep cleanings.
• Garage Sale

  The Virtual Garage Sale

  Free classified ads online help turn your junk into another man's treasure.
• Winterizing

  Checklist for Winter

  Along with the beauty of winter wonderlands, comes a yearly winterizing check of your home.
• Flu

  Flu-Fighting Facts and Pandemic Prep

  Safety begins at home.
• Kitchen

  Kids in the Kitchen

  Celebrity chef, Rachael Ray, provides tips for cooking (and cleaning) with kids.
• Organizing Strategies

  IEHA Recommends ‘Slippery’ Surfaces - But It’s Not What You Think

  When all you want to do is get the house clean, you’re probably not too focused on getting organized. There are surfaces to dust, floors to mop and bathrooms to scrub. There’s no time to get things all lined up in a row, right? Wrong.
• Carpet Cleaning

  Q&A on Carpet Cleaning

  The IICRC answers several commonly asked questions about professional carpet cleaning.
• Tile

  How To Clean Bathroom Tiles

  Moisture makes a fertile breeding ground for mold and mildew.
• Cleaning Strategy

  During and After National Flood Safety Awareness Week

  Floods are one of the most common hazards in the United States, however not all floods are alike. Some floods develop slowly, while others such a flash floods, can develop in just a few minutes and without visible signs of rain. Additionally, floods can be local, impacting a neighborhood or community, or very large, affecting entire river basins and multiple states. What can you do after the flood?
• Rugs

  Oriental Rugs and More

  Rug weaving is a tradition that spans the centuries and many cultures.
• Green Cleaning

  Five Tips for Greener Cleaning

  Simple ways to go green when you clean.
• Home Inspection

  Spring Home Maintenance Saves Money

  Do smaller cleaning and repair jobs now to prevent big expenses down the road.

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