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• Professional Cleaning Services

  Explaining the IICRC

  The IICRC is a non-profit organization that sets standards for the cleaning and restoration industry. Many professionals follow these guidelines when cleaning a commercial or residential property.
• Organizing Strategies

  For Dummies® — Down in the Depths: Organizing Your Basement

  Pithy advice for getting control of your basement.
• Cleaning Science

  New Enzyme Alternative to Bleach - Keeping Whites Whiter Naturally

  Anyone who has washed or worn white clothes knows that white shirts stop looking white after a few washes and start to turn a shade of gray. A new laundry-detergent enzyme helps prevent this from happening, without the use of bleach.
• Professional Carpet Cleaning

  Need Your Carpet Cleaned by a Professional?

  Find a service you can trust by contacting the IICRC.
• Pets

  For Dummies® — Keeping a Pet-Friendly Home Clean

  A clean home is a comfortable home — for both you and your pet.
• Dusting

  Dusting

  Dust is everywhere, but you can keep it within healthy limits.
• Carpet Cleaning

  How to Choose and Use a Carpet Spotter

  When spills are dealt with promptly and properly using a CRI-approved spot remover, they can be quick and easy to clean up.
• Winterizing

  Get Your House Winter Ready

  While winterizing our home may be a chore we rather skip, doing so can reduce heating costs and prevent disaster. Here is a breakdown of essential winterizing steps to take.
• Laundry

  Keep New Clothes New

  SDA provides advice for keeping new clothes clean and in good condition.
• Kids Cleaning

  5 Tips for Cleaning With Younger Kids

  If they’re going to be underfoot anyway, they may as well clean the baseboards!
• Cleaning Science

  Expert Q&A: How does a HEPA filter work on a vacuum?

  How HEPA filters work on a vacuum cleaner, and how to be a smart shopper.
• Housekeeping

  Housework and Back Pain

  Is it safe to do physical work when your back is hurting?
• Carpet Cleaning

  Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) Expands the Seal of Approval Program

  New pet odor and stain category, new Platinum Level for extractors and systems, and energy efficiency rating option for vacuums introduced.
• Leather

  Loving Leather

  The kinds and care of leather upholstery.
• Pets

  Housecleaning with Fido and Friends

  Cleaning strategies to implement when pets are in the household.
• Motivation

  Motivational Rituals

  Small acts to maximize the pleasure you take in your clean home.
• Chores

  An Easy Chore Schedule

  Don't keep your family (or yourself) in the dark about what needs to be done today.
• Pest Control

  Repelling Rodents

  With mice and rats, the best cure is prevention. The best "Plan B" is immediate action.
• Windows

  Conquering Condensation

  Take steps to relieve window wetness and mold growth.
• Window Cleaning

  Window Cleaning

  “I can see clearly now.” And you will, when your windows are sparkling, thanks to a little elbow grease and your proficiency with a squeegee.

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