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• IICRC

  An acronym for the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, a standards and certification organization.

• MCS

  Here’s what multiple chemical sensitivity means.

• CRI

  An acronym for the Carpet and Rug Institute, an industry association.

• SCRT

  The Society of Cleaning and Restoration Technicians (SCRT) is a non-profit, international trade association and a shareholder of The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC).

• HEPA

  A term relating to filter effectiveness. HEPA filtration removes 99.97 percent of all particles 0.3 microns and larger.

• Portable extractor

  These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.

• Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

• Carpet and Rug Institute

  The Carpet and Rug Institute, headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, is the national trade association for the carpet and rug industry.

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

• Truck-mounted extractor

  These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Dust mites

  You can’t see them, but they can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.

• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• Ventilation

  Another word for “airing the place out,” ventilation is one of the top three ways to improve indoor air quality.

• Cellulosic Browning

  Brownish discoloration on a carpet or rug after cleaning may be cellulosic browning.

• De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

• Rust Remover, Plumbing

  These products help remove crusty scale from porcelain fixtures and other surfaces.

• Rubbing alcohol

  An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Radon

  Why you should care about this odorless and colorless gas — and what you can do about it.

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