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• 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.

• Oriental Rugs and More

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

• Summer Flush: How to Drain a Water Heater

  Home improvement expert Danny Lipford brings good news to your hot water budget.

• How Does Your Water Affect Your Laundry?

  Your water supply may require extra measures for best results.

• Keep Your Faucet Gushing

  If your faucet is not flowing as freely as it should, Danny Lipford exlains how to cleanse the assembly at the spigot's end.

• The Bare Bowl Method

  Key to removing tough toilet bowl deposits.

• Laundry Color Tips

  What to do to prevent color loss.
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  What is a Hot Water Extraction ("Steam") Cleaning Method?

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

• Drought Or No Drought: Saving Water Is Important Year-Round

  Save money and prevent water damage with the same techniques used to preserve the water supply.

• Lead in Your Drinking Water?

  Lead, rarely a concern at water's source, may indeed be present by the time that water pours out of your tap. Here's what to do.

• Caution Near Flood Water

  EPA and HHS urge caution in areas exposed to contaminated flood water.

• Save Suds, Water and Energy

  Specially designed laundry detergent and high-efficiency washing machines can reduce water and energy use to as low as 20 percent of that consumed by the conventional load of laundry.

• Cleaning Small Appliances

  Remember the kitchen-counter appliances when you clean up after dinner.

• Keeping the Kitchen Safe

  Be sure to control bacteria in the kitchen.

• Turning Laundry on Its Side

  Benefits of the front-loading washing machine.

• Braving the Bleach

  Tips you need to know before using bleach or bleach-containing products.

• 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.

• Car Care Secrets

  What's the secret to better car care? Mary Findley offers tips for keeping your vehicle looking its best.

• Laundry Logic

  Don’t throw money out in the wash. No need to rely on professional cleaners when you learn our laundry basics.

• Home Inspection Reminders

  Short steps to keeping your home safe.

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