Area Rug Cleaning

 

Many have the misconception that area rugs need to be removed from your home in order to be cleaned.  

Or that they need to be submerged in water to get clean.   In reality, an area rug, whether made from natural fibers or synthetic one, is no different than your wall-to-wall carpeting.  It’s just not attached to the floor!

Here are some benefits of having your area rug cleaned in your home:

1. Convenience: Having your area rug cleaned in your home is convenient as you don't have to take it to a cleaning service or store.

2. Cost-effective: Cleaning your area rug in your home is cost-effective as you don't have to pay for transportation or storage fees.

4. Customized cleaning: Cleaning your area rug in your home allows you to customize the cleaning process to your specific needs.

5. Health benefits: Cleaning your area rug in your home can improve the air quality in your home by removing dust, dirt, and allergens.

6. Prolongs the life of your rug: Regular cleaning of your area rug can help prolong its life by removing dirt and debris that can cause wear and tear.

7. Improves the appearance of your rug: Cleaning your area rug in your home can improve its appearance by removing stains and reviving its original color.

Here at Executive Floor Care we want your area rug cleaning experience to be a good one.  Call today for your free quote and have your area rugs deep cleaned today - right in your home!     772-510-5501

How to Remove Adhesive Residues

 When something is stuck — and you don’t want it to be stuck — that can be a problem.

This is especially true when it comes to tape, glue, and other sticky stuff we use all the time in our homes and businesses. You can use soap and water, you can scrub, you can get red in the face… but when it comes to proper adhesive residue removal, there is a better way.

Scrape it off

If the adhesive residue is on a flat, hard surface, using a straight razor blade can remove the majority of the residue. It basically slices it off the surface. But be careful you don’t scratch the surface, especially wood and natural materials. If that happens, you have permanent damage. After scraping, you will still need a little dry solvent, such as rubbing alcohol or acetone, to remove what’s remaining. A few seconds of contact time is all that is needed.

Dissolve and remove

If the adhesive residue is on a soft surface, such as carpet, furniture, or clothing, you can’t scrape it off. You need to dissolve the residue and then blot or rinse it away. This isn’t easy. If you apply too much dry solvent (rubbing alcohol, acetone, etc) you can delaminate the fabric if it has a backing. You can also dissolve glues that are part of the fabric. It’s best to add a small amount of dry solvent to a white, cotton cloth that you can dispose of, and blot at the residue. Several applications will be necessary, depending on the type of residue.

The challenge is the adhesive residue does not dissolve in anything but a dry solvent. Yes, you can use high heat and hopefully soften the residue for removal, but that is problematic at best.

One big issue is when tape is used on carpet. Even if you remove the tape and clean the residue, over time, that sticky residue remaining will collect soils, such as from foot traffic. A dark line will form. Repeated cleanings will help, but this is an often-frustrating task.

The real solution is to get some advice from your favorite cleaning company. Carpet and furniture cleaning companies deal with adhesive residues every day and know what to do. Let them handle this for you.

After all, it pays to call Executive Floor Care!  Give us a call today 772-510-5501

Does Carpet Cleaning Kill Fleas?

With spring weather comes all types of pests, from those emerging from hibernation to those who thrive in warm weather. And some of them end up where they don’t belong: In your home.

 
One pest that tends to really stick around when it invades your home is the flea. The world has some 2,000 types of fleas, and they are found virtually everywhere. And when you spot one, you might notice how fast they are. They are said to have an acceleration rate some 50 times faster than a rocket. They seem to fly, but they are really jumping, and more than a foot in distance at times.
 
Fleas live by consuming blood, as their main meal. If you have a dog or cat, which is a flea’s best friend and food source, and your pets go outside, odds are you will face a flea in your home from time to time. And even if you have no pets, they can attach to you when you venture outside and come back in.
 
The big question is, how do you get rid of fleas? Many feel that laundering items and deep cleaning the home will do the trick. And since your pets lay on the carpet, a good carpet cleaning should kill fleas.
 
That’s not entirely true.
 
Fleas are tough. If you try to submerge one in water and let it go, it will pop out and survive. If you clean a surface, normal soap and water won’t kill them, either. While steam cleaning a carpet may kill some fleas, there is no guarantee that the entire flea infestation will be handled.
 
You must remember that, depending on the state, province, or area you live in, killing fleas falls under the pesticide umbrella. A licensed pest control expert is the best qualified professional to handle a flea infestation issue.
 
That doesn’t mean there isn’t value in having your carpet cleaned, especially by a professional. A thorough, professional deep cleaning of your carpet will physically remove many contaminants, from soils to bacteria and even fleas and their larvae. The hot water, detergent, and physical action of cleaning flushes them out. What you have remaining is a nice, fresh, clean carpet. And don’t forget to launder other items that may have fleas.
 
It's especially important to have your home cleaned after the pest control expert has done his work.