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Black Mold Growth: What Does It Say About Your Home

Oct 2, 2020 | Mold Remediation

Black mold is a species of mold that has a dark green or black appearance, such as Stachybotrys chartarum. Although, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the color of mold isn't associated with how dangerous it may be. Black mold, in...

Kids and Carpets: How to Maintain Rugs around Your Little One

Sep 28, 2020 | Carpet Cleaning

With babies and children running around, carpet cleaning goes to a whole new level. Even though you may have some rules set in place, such as a 'no shoe zone' or doing crafts on the table, it’s difficult to eliminate the possibility of stains completely. Here are some...

The Dangers Of DIY Mold Removal Projects

Sep 25, 2020 | Mold Remediation

While DIY projects can be fun, not every project is doable or should be tackled without professional help—mold removal falls squarely into that category. It can be tempting to remove mold when it appears inside your home, but there are many dangers DIYers should know...

4 Most Common Causes of Residential Water Damage in South Portland

Sep 18, 2020 | Restoration, Water Damage

In South Portland, Maine, the hot and humid weather that we have been having this summer increases the risk of water damage that can be avoided in drier months. The heat is subsiding however the humidity is still affecting us. This means homeowners need to be more...

Everything You Should Know About Hot Water Extraction Carpet Cleaning

Sep 14, 2020 | Carpet Cleaning, Water Damage

Hot water extraction is often mistakenly referred to as "steam cleaning," even though both methods are quite different. Steam cleaning uses boiling water to clean your carpet, whereas hot water extraction uses heated water and a cleaning agent to deep clean your...

What To Expect From A Water Damage Restoration Service

Sep 12, 2020 | Restoration, Water Damage

Water damage is often the result of an emergency; therefore, every homeowner must know what they can do in such a situation. Given the urgency of the situation, it’s essential to have a water damage restoration service on speed-dial. Damage tends to worsen the longer...

4 Convenient Carpet Cleaning Tips Every Pet Owner Should Know

Sep 9, 2020 | Carpet Cleaning, Pets

According to the 2019–2020 National Pet Owners Survey, sixty-seven percent of U.S. households, or about 85 million families, own pets. Although pets may be a great addition to families, they may be a threat to your carpets and upholstery. Here are some tips that can...

What Is The Difference Between Cleaning, Disinfection, And Sterilization?

Aug 24, 2020 | Uncategorized

Even though many people use cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization interchangeably, these three concepts are distinct, and cover different aspects of infection control. But what are the specific differences and why do they matter? This is the question that we’ll be...

How To Clean And Disinfect Your House—COVID Edition

Aug 21, 2020 | Disinfecting & Sanitizing

Coronavirus is deadly. But what people seem to forget easily, is that it is also highly contagious. The virus easily travels through air and sticks to surfaces which you touch, risking infection. This is why wearing masks and gloves is being so stressed. When someone...