Friday, March 28, 2014

What is Cheaper hiring a PRO or renting a Rug RENTAL machine?

What is Cheaper hiring a PRO Carpet Cleaner (973)343-7627 or renting a Rug RENTAL machine?

Professional Carpet Cleaners Save Money in both the Short AND Long Term (and here's why!)

A large percentage of renters lose out on recovering some or all of their deposit due ...to unacceptable carpet cleaning. Often times, renters (or homeowners) will either not clean or attempt to rent a machine, such as a Rug Doctor in an attempt to clean the carpets themselves. While this may seem like an effective way to save some money, often times it ends up costing more time, money and frustration because renting machines such as those, are often ineffective at properly cleaning the carpets. I want to inform those considering that option about a couple of things to take into consideration:

The first thing to understand is what is required to properly clean a carpet. You need more than one of the following to properly clean carpets:

1.) Heat
2.) Agitation
3.) Cleaning Agents (often several different kinds if there are spots and spills)

Renting machines, such as the Rug Doctor, really only provide #3 with some moisture. This is effective for wetting the carpets, but often leads to quicker re-soiling and spots and spills to stay right where they are at.

Trusted Professionals, such as ProCleanersNJ, will use all 3 of the steps above with extremely high heat (you may have heard the term "Steam-Cleaning"), agitation (various methods throughout the cleaning process) and specialty cleaning agents (specific to your carpet needs) when cleaning your carpets.

If you think I'm biased, you can view many videos such as this one: Rug Doctor VS Truckmount Test Video, that SHOW the difference.

In the end, you will save both time AND money by hiring a professional to properly clean your carpets the first time around. Property managers understand the difference and always bring in professional companies to truly clean the carpets for their new tenants. If you are looking to save money, give ProCleanersNJ a call at (973)343-7627 and they will work you up a competitive quote for professional results that will leave everyone happy.



Friday, March 7, 2014

Checklist For Spring Cleaning 2014

Checklist For Spring Cleaning - 973-343-7627

To Do Throughout The House

  • Shampoo carpets and upholstery - carpet and upholstery cleaning
  • Move and clean under heavy appliances and furniture
  • Reseal grout - clean tile and grout
  • Clean windows (either at home or dry clean depending on their type)
  • Clean lampshades
  • Dust and vacuum books and bookshelves
  • Clean and dust light fixtures
  • Wipe down all handles, door knobs, etc.
  • Dust and/or wash mini blinds and other blinds and shades
  • Dust blades of ceiling fans and other hard to reach areas, such as tops of doors, etc.
  • Oil door hinges
  • Clean and polish jewelry, silver, brass, and copper
  • Wax wood furniture
  • Wax floors
  • Wash windows and window screens
  • Wash mirrors
  • Wash walls and ceilings
  • Declutter and organize
  • Get rid of junk, or appliances that you no longer use - junk removal

Spring Cleaning Checklist In Various Rooms

Kitchen

  • Vacuum refrigerator coils
  • Clean the oven, and remember to move oven and clean underneath

Bathrooms

  • Throw away old makeup, lotions, etc.
  • Replace or wash shower curtain

Bedrooms

  • Clean blankets and linens, including mattress covers and dust ruffles
  • Wash pillows
  • Turn and flip mattress

Home Office

  • Clean out files (perfect to do around tax time)
  • Review and update insurance policies
  • Update your home inventory

Laundry Room

  • Clean out dryer vent thoroughly to remove lint from hose

Attic / Basement / Garage

  • Clean the floors

To Do To Get Ready For Spring In Your Home

  • Remove storm windows
  • Replace heavy window coverings with lighter weight ones
  • Replace winter bedding with lighter weight bedding
  • Store cool-weather clothes and replace with warm-weather clothing
  • Clean gutters
  • Replace filter in furnace and/or AC unit
  • Scrub exterior areas such as driveway, deck and patio
  • Get out outdoor furniture, and clean if necessary
CALL US TODAY, FOR MORE INFORMATION 973-343-7627 - ProCleanersNJ


Sunday, February 9, 2014

When Is the Best Time to Clean Your Carpets?

Your carpets should be cleaned on a schedule and not simply when they look dirty or when relatives are about to drop in for a visit. Your carpets are one of the biggest investments in your house. It is important that they last a long time. In this article we’ll take a look at some key factors to help your decide which is right for your home.
The frequency of cleaning depends on a number of factors:
  • How many people live in the house?
  • How much use does it get?
  • Are there smokers in the house?
  • Does anyone in the family have allergies?
How much use does it get? One person alone in a big house will not produce the load of soil that a family of active children will. Are there smokers in the house? Smoke gets trapped in the carpet fibers and can be a source of odors. Does anyone in the family have allergies? This calls for more frequent cleaning.
The newest studies show that carpet floors are better for allergy sufferers than hard surface floors. The reason? On a hard surface, floor allergens such as dust mites and their droppings, pollens and mold spores are easily stirred up every time someone passes by or something stirs the air. A carpet traps these allergens and other pollutants as well. However, if the carpet is not cleaned on a regular basis the filtering capacity of the carpet gets over-loaded.


With proper maintenance, regular vacuuming, entry mats to catch dirt that would be tracked into the carpet, etc. an average residential carpet would need to be cleaned every 12 months. Sooner for smokers, allergy sufferers or carpets that get heavy use. This time can be extended up to 18 months for carpets that get limited use.


When is the best time of day to clean your carpets? When you can be off them for 4-6 hours. Most professional carpet cleaners can have your carpet dry to the touch in just a few hours, but there can still be some moisture present. Walking on damp carpets allows any soil on your shoes to track off and resoil the carpet. It can also be a slip hazard if you walk from freshly cleaned carpet onto vinyl or a hard surface.
We us the most up-to-date technology for superior carpet or rug cleaning: Truck mount. Many ordinary carpet cleaners still use the old manual method because it has been around for over 40 years. This technique only cleans from two directions, often producing only mediocre results.

The first step is to perform a free carpet audit. This inspection process will determine the type of cleaning method that is most suitable for your home. From the results, together we can determine the best techniques to return your carpet to peak condition.
To get started, call 973-343-7627 to schedule your appointment online today.







Friday, January 17, 2014

3 Home Health Benefits To Carpet Cleaning

Carpet cleaning can improve the appearance of your home and extend the life of your carpet, but perhaps the most valuable benefit from the process is improving you and your family’s health. According to the American Lung Association, if members of your household suffer from conditions that can affect their breathing, such as snoring or asthma, it’s especially crucial that you vacuum your carpets at least three times a week. Beyond vacuuming regularly, you may also benefit from having your carpets professionally cleaned at least once a year. If you’re not fully convinced of the benefits of professional carpet cleaning, consider the following top three ways the process leads to a healthier home:




1. Carpet cleaning eliminates trapped pollutants.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, a dirty carpet can retain several sources of indoor air pollutants, including pet dander, cockroach allergens, lead, particle pollution, and everyday dirt and dust. Toxic airborne gases can adhere to these particles and also get trapped within the carpet. These toxic gases can be released through everyday activities such as vacuuming and walking across the carpet, which can cause them to contaminate the air in your home. Professional carpet cleaning services kills these bacteria through special shampooing formulas and can remove deeply trapped pollutants with high-powered vacuums.




2. Carpet cleaning can clear out dust mite infestations.
Many homes have dust mite infestations, yet most homeowners aren’t aware of the infestation, because the creatures are microscopic. Dust mites themselves aren’t allergens, but they often leave behind feces and body fragments which are. Because of the microscopic size of these particles, they can easily be inhaled when the area is disturbed, which can exacerbate allergies. Many professional carpet cleaning companies utilize a technique known as steam cleaning when performing carpet maintenance work, which exposes your carpet to high temperatures that dust mites can’t survive.


3. Carpet cleaning can help prevent mold growth.


Especially in areas with high humidity levels, dirty carpets are at a high risk of developing mold growth when exposed to moisture. In precipitous weather, moisture frequently gets tracked into the home and can sink deep in the carpet fibers if not dried and vacuumed immediately. Having your carpet cleaned regularly can prevent mold and mildew growth, because professional carpet cleaners have high-powered drying tools that annihilate moisture. By eliminating moisture, you can prevent mold growth that can be harmful to your health if ignored for too long.




Experience a ProCleanersNJ cleaning: Want to know what ProCleanersNJ Carpet Cleaning Services in North NJ are all about? Call us today for a free carpet cleaning estimate and more information at  973-343-7627