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Why You Should Clean Your Carpets Before You Move In

November 29, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Just bought a new home? You might think that the empty space will be clean, but in fact the opposite may be true.

Imagine what the old owners did as they moved out. They had boxes everywhere, piling their personal assets inside. They pulled out stuff from the back of their closets – dust flew everywhere. They cleaned out their cabinets – crumbs, dirt and other residuals made their way from hibernation to your new flooring.

Whether the boxes were new or used, they sat on your carpets for extended periods of time.

Then came time for the move. More people than normal – including professional movers with work boots – came in and out of your home, tracking a little of everything everywhere.

Finally when everything was gone, they ran the vacuum over the carpets one last time to give it the appearance of a clean home.

But what is truly lurking inside those fibers?

Or maybe you’re moving into a new home. Its new – new home equals new carpets.

Technically, yes. But again. How many workers were in your home completing last minute tasks? How many tracked in dirt and debris at the last minute? How many things now exist in your carpeting from all the traffic over the last few days and weeks?

A new home means a fresh start, so why not have clean, fresh carpets waiting for your move-in?

No matter how new or old your home is in age, its new to you. Taking the time to clean your carpet ensures a fresh-smelling, clean house for you and your family, and it is also good for your overall health as well. A healthy and clean environment means happier homeowners!

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Finding The Perfect Natural Carpet Cleaning Service In Centennial

October 11, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Living in Centennial Colorado has its privileges. We’re close to everything – from shopping to downtown entertainment. And when you’re ready to play, the Rocky Mountains are a short drive to the west.

Being right in the heart of the city means we also have access to some of the best services available. When its time for professional carpet cleaning, a quick search online can yield dozens of results. With so many to choose from, how do you know which direction to go?

Look for natural carpet cleaning.

Yes, there is a difference. Many carpet cleaning companies vying for your business go for the deep clean approach, and they will stop at nothing in order to achieve it. They use everything ever invented to work hard at removing “stuff” from your carpets. And while that sounds great on the surface, the fact of the matter is super-cleaning comes at a price: chemicals.

Super-powered carpet cleaning companies use super-powered chemicals, some of which have been proven to be harmful to your family and your pets. In some cases these chemicals may even be lethal.

Do you really want your baby rubbing her face in a carpet full of lethal chemicals?

Natural means natural. When you ask a carpet cleaning company what they use in the process, they should be able to provide you with the chemicals in the process. Can you even say those words? And more importantly, what do they mean?

We’ve done the research, and we know that some of those chemicals mean. They are filled with things we would never bring into our own homes or into the lives of our family. And yet many companies don’t think twice about spraying it on carpets and leaving residue behind.

But don’t take our word for it.

Do your own research – what do those chemicals do? Do you trust them?

When we are asked that question, we answer “citrus”. Citrus has been a natural cleaning product for centuries. Great cleaning. Wonderful scent. What more could you want?

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Why Highlands Ranch Homeowners Choose Natural Carpet Cleaning?

October 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment

If you are searching for a carpet cleaning company here in Highlands Ranch Colorado, you have a lot of choices. Simply opening up one of the many coupon envelopes you receive in the mail each month will put a dozen or more at your fingertips. How do you choose? Who do you trust?

Natural Carpet Cleaning

Chances are when you bring something in to your home, you think twice about its impact. We’ve eliminated harmful plastics from our water bottles and food dishes – who wants BPA? We’re questioning harmful chemicals in the soaps we use every day for our dishes and washing our hands – is anti-bacterial really a good choice? With so much to think about and so many choices to make, its only natural that we would eventually start questioning something like our carpet cleaning service as well.

With a natural carpet cleaning service, you don’t have to worry about harmful chemicals getting into your floors – and eventually into your air. Studies continually find that the air in our homes is many times more dangerous than the air outside. After all, we trap it in the winter with heat, and in the summer with air conditioning. With most of the environment sealed off from the outside, its no wonder harmful chemicals can stay put for a long time.

Natural carpet cleaning means no harmful chemicals. Natural carpet cleaning means no harmful soaps, detergents or solvents. Instead, it means relying on things commonly found in nature – like citrus! Citrus has always been a fantastic cleaner, which means its also the perfect solution for your carpets too.

Pet Friendly

While its easy to know why we want safe products in our home, its also easy to overlook the details. As an adult, the carpet is a long way below our train of thoughts. But to a pet – a small dog or cat – they are literally a few inches away from the carpet 24 hours of the day. They walk on it, sleep on it, roll on it, even bring their treats on it and eat from the very thing that may be harming them the most.

Kid Friendly

And depending on the ages of your children, life for them is always down on the floor. They lay on it to do their homework or play a game. They wrestle on it. They have slumber parties on it with their friends.

While its easy to say “carpet cleaning, once its dry its okay”, the question comes back “is it really?”

The chemicals are still there hiding in the fibers.

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Got Odors? It May Be Buried In Your Carpets

September 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Have you ever walked into a house before and instantly noticed “it”.

Yep, that smell.

Some carpets simply grab onto an odor and hold on for what seems like forever. No matter how many candles you use, how many sprays you spray on, or how many things you try, the odor is still there.

Unfortunately candles and sprays only mask the odor. And in some cases the odor is actually intensified by using sprays because the mist lands on the carpets, and the odor combines and enhances it.

Most of the carpets in our homes today are made from synthetic fibers. And synthetic fibers absorb stains and odors. The best thing to do is to invest in a stain resistant and/or natural fiber carpet. But that can be expensive. And if you’ve recently replaced your carpets, do you really want to go through that process all over again?

If that isn’t the road you choose to take, your next best option is regular deep carpet cleaning. Deep cleaning your carpets doesn’t just pick up surface problems; it goes to the root of the problem and penetrates the odor where it lies deep within the fibers.

Yet if you’ve decided that carpet cleaning is your solution, be aware that there is a difference in the types of carpet cleaning services on the marketplace today.

Many companies use heavy chemicals to penetrate carpets and get to the root of the problem. Because they dump the chemicals on, they have to use a lot of water to extract the harmful byproducts. Lots of water also means more potential problems. Have you ever seen mold and mildew build up from standing water? Yes, it can happen if your carpets are allowed to get too wet, or the wetness sticks around for an extended period of time.

Instead of adding more problems to your situation, a natural choice may be your solution.

One of the best solutions on the market today is citrus – it has natural capabilities of cleaning and clearing odors. Which is why we bring CitruSolution to you to help you have clean carpets in a natural way. With natural deodorizers and odor reduction as well.

If you have an odor that just won’t seem to go away, give us a call today.

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Why Citrus Carpet Cleaning Is Best

August 21, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Your carpets are a huge investment in your home.  So, naturally, you want the best for them.  If your carpets look like new, smell like new, and feel like new; you feel new too.  After all, who doesn’t enjoy the plush comfort of clean carpet brushing against bare feet?

Why Citrus Carpet Cleaning Is BestWhen it comes to cleaning your carpets, you have a wide variety of options.  So how do you chose which one is best?  Is there a carpet cleaning method that can outshine the competition?  If you are looking for a great way to clean your carpets, be environmentally friendly, and avoid chemical residue (and odor) than citrus carpet cleaning is for you.

What is citrus carpet cleaning?

Citrus carpet cleaning is a cleaning method that utilizes some of nature’s best ingredients to refresh, clean, and sanitize your carpets.  Citrus carpet cleaning utilizes the natural power of d-Limonene, a compound found in oranges and lemons, to gently lift away stains and soils lodged in your carpet.

How does it work?

A Citrus Carpet Cleaning technician begins by spraying the area to be cleaned with a citrus cleaning solution until it is damp.  This solution is allowed to sit for a few minutes before the technician uses an industrial buffer to brush your carpets.  This allows the solution to migrate deeper into the carpet and helps pull up much of the deep set dirt.  Finally, an industrial vacuum is used to remove the dirt and debris pulled up by the buffer.

What makes Citrus Carpet Cleaning different from other cleaning methods?

Citrus Carpet Cleaning has two distinct advantages over traditional carpet cleaning methods.  First, Citrus Carpet Cleaning has a minimal impact on the environment.  The cleaners are created from natural ingredients, so the cleaning process does not release harmful toxins into the air.  Second, since Citrus Carpet Cleaning does not utilize soap, there is no residue left in your carpet.

While there are many other advantages, these are the most significant reasons to choose Citrus Carpet Cleaning.

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When Is The Best Time To Clean Your Carpets?

August 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Winter. Spring. Summer. Fall.

With each new season comes the desire to make changes to your home.

When Is The Best Time To Clean Your Carpets?In some cases its time to clean and air everything out. In other instances its time to close everything up and make it snugly and warm.

The carpets inside your home are an essential part of its overall beauty. The carpeting is one of the first things visitors will notice about your home. If your carpets look dirty and dingy, your entire home looks dirty and dingy.

Keeping your carpets clean is the best way to ensure that your home always looks its very best. The problem with keeping carpets clean is knowing when to deep clean them. Should you deep clean them once a year? Should you deep clean them once a month? Figuring out the best time to clean your carpets will help you keep your home looking sharp all year round.

There are several things to look at when determining when to clean your carpets. How many people live in your home? If you have small children, pets, and a house full of people, you will need to clean your carpeting at least a few times each year. If you live alone, you can clean your carpeting once or twice a year and have good results.

Does anyone in your household smoke? If so, you can expect to clean your carpets more frequently to destroy the odor in the carpet, as well as any nicotine staining.

Does anyone in your home suffer from allergies? If so, you will want to clean your carpets more often to help combat dirt, dust, and allergens. Allergens become trapped in the carpet fibers. Over time, if the carpets are not clean, the allergens can escape into the air. Deep cleaning will remove the allergens and make the air inside your home cleaner and safer.

Finally, it is important to remember that prevention is the best way to avoid having to clean your carpets more frequently. Maintain your carpeting with regular vacuuming. Make sure you clean any spills right away. Keep mats outside and inside doorways to capture any dirt. Make certain no one wears their shoes on your carpeting. Proper maintenance goes a long way in preserving the life and beauty of your carpet.

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Why Natural Carpet Cleaning Is Best For Wool Carpets

July 18, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Wool carpets are very popular right now. The materials provide a warm, soft touch that is easy on the feet. Also, wool carpets are more resistant than other fibers to wear, tear, dirt, and debris. Add all this to a strong flexible carpeting option and you have a winner.

Why Natural Carpet Cleaning Is Best For Wool CarpetsBecause of its high quality, wool is one of the more expensive carpeting options on the market today. So, if you went with wool for your carpeting needs, you likely are looking for the best way to protect your investment. Lucky for you, natural carpet cleaning methods are the best way to ward off wear and dirt from your carpets.

Vacuuming – The most natural form of caring for carpets is vacuuming. Experts suggest vacuuming carpets at least once a week. For high traffic areas, they suggest vacuuming as frequently as every other day. This simple cleaning method keeps dirt and debris from lodging in the deeper crevices of your carpet where it can truly do harm.

Cool water – We all know life happens, and life is messy. Eventually, you will need to clean spills and stains from your carpet. Well guess what…your greatest weapon against these carpet enemies is as close as the nearest sink. Do not use hot water on your carpets though, as the wool may begin to shrink and pull away from the edges of the room.

Mild cleaners – When the very natural water only remedy is insufficient, your next step should be just as gentle. Harsh chemicals found in many carpet cleaners can damage the fibers. When it comes to cleaning wool, gentle is best.

Waste not, want not – We are all trying to save the environment and save a few pennies in the process. When it comes to cleaning your carpets, a little goes a long way. Too much water or too much soap can saturate the fibers dramatically extending the dry time and drastically increasing the chance for mold and mildew growth. Instead, go with a natural cleaning service that applies a gentle solution and low water – both keys to keeping your carpets fresh and clean for as long as possible.

When it comes to wool carpets, natural is best. Go with the gentle, natural cleansers around your home to help your carpet stay lush and beautiful for years to come.

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What is Off Gassing?

February 1, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Off gassing is the evaporation of chemicals from various materials we use regularly throughout our homes. New carpets, furniture, cosmetics, plastics, paint, mattresses, and water bottles are all susceptible to off gassing, which allows these materials to emit volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, throughout the life of the product.

To date, more than 80,000 chemicals have been developed, used and discarded into our environment over the past 50 years. Most have not been tested for their toxic effects, meaning when they are used in the products we use every day, we are susceptible to a whole host of conditions that many have never anticipated.

Synthetic carpets, for instance, are made from nylon fibers with a polypropylene backing. Off gassing releases the chemicals styrene and 4-phenylcyclohexane, both of which come from the latex backing, into the air. This backing is used in approximately 95 percent of carpets, and is what gives off that new carpet smell.

How Long it Lasts

There are various different reactions to the chemicals that are released into the air.. The first few days after installation are the most dangerous to be around the chemicals, but people that are very sensitive could react for many years. Vacuuming with a HEPA filter vac and cleaning regularly will reduce the amount of VOCs stored and released into the air, but keep in mind it happens over time. Reintroducing chemicals back into the carpets with harsh chemicals can prolong the process.

Reactions

People may suffer from exposure in many ways: no two people are exactly alike. The most common symptoms are respiratory issues and gastrointestinal issues. The common side effects include headaches and dizziness, as well as nausea and vomiting. Long time symptoms could be as serious as certain cancers or permanent asthma.

Prevention

The only way to truly prevent the effects of off gassing from carpeting is to remove any wall-to-wall carpeting in your home. However, here in Colorado, nothing feels better than warm carpet on a cold day.The highest quality carpeting should be installed. And clean your carpets naturally on a regular basis.

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New Years Resolutions For A Clean and Healthy Home

January 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment

After the holidays are over and the last of the decorations are put into a box, its time to get ready for a New Year. A healthy New Year that is.

January is the perfect time to get things organized around the house. Add shelves to the bedroom closets. Donate unused items to make more room throughout your home. And do a little damage control after the long list of house guests heads back home.

A Healthy Home Begins With Clean Carpets

Carpets are filled with things you can see: stains from the red wine your brother-in-law spilt at Christmas, the little “accident” your dog had, the paint your 4-year-old spilt while creating a masterpiece. And they are filled with things you can’t see: dust mites, ground in dirt, pet dander.

If its been a while since you’ve cleaned your carpets, all of these things combined can really add up. And in these long winter months with the windows and doors shut up tight, they can begin taking affect on your health. Allergy sufferers will notice it. Asthma sufferers will notice it. And even if you are susceptible to colds and flu, you may notice it too.

Rather than adding chemicals back into your home and the air you breathe, CitruSolution provides natural carpet cleaning – you will notice the difference.

No strong smells to avoid for a few hours. Instead, you’ll love the citrusy clean smell.

No wet carpets that take hours to dry. Instead, our process doesn’t saturate your carpets with water and will have you living in your home right after we’re through.

And your whole family will breathe a little easier … in 2013 and beyond.

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Why Citrus Based Carpeting Cleaning is Best

December 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Carpet cleaning is something that every household should do at least every few months – more often if you have a lot of dust and debris inside your home. It might seem confusing to determine which method of cleaning is right for your home because there are a large number of choices, including regular shampoo cleaning, steam cleaning and citrus based cleaners. The citrus based method is reaching popularity for a variety of reasons that are worth exploring.

Chemical Free

One of the largest reasons to use citrus based carpet cleaning is due to the absence of chemicals used during this process. Homeowners that use this method are very happy with the pleasant odor and low risk of any type of chemical exposure that this method uses, making it possible for even those with allergies or respiratory illnesses to use this method.

Low Moisture

There is very little moisture involved in this method, making it a rapid drying technique. There is no water, hoses or even soap used during this organic method, making it possible to use your carpets again within an hour after cleaning. The main method utilized is a brush system that thoroughly scrubs the carpets, releasing the dirt and debris. Once it is loosened, the heavy duty vacuums suck it up, leaving your carpets refreshed and dry.

Multiple Filters

One of the major downfalls of many carpet cleaning methods is the release of the particles of the dirt and debris back into the air from the vacuums. During the citrus based cleaning method, hospital grade vacuums with three filters are used to eliminate this risk, leaving your air and your carpets clean and refreshed.

While you do have many different choices when it comes to carpet cleaning, the citrus based method offers a refreshing way to have clean carpets and a beautiful smelling home. There is no risk of chemical exposure or risk of mold. You are simply left with a dirt and debris free home.

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