Thursday, April 9, 2015

QC Newsletter April 2015 - April Specials

April Specials

Clean a Sofa and Chair Get an Ottoman Cleaned Free!

or

Clean 3 Rooms Get a Hall or Stairs Free!


*One coupon per household. Not valid on commercial/rental properties, not to be combined with any other offers. Expires 4/30/15

QC Newsletter April 2015 - Three Keys to Successful Spot Cleaning

Three Keys to Successful Spot Cleaning
Here are a few things to keep in mind when spotting your carpet:

1. All spots are not created equal.  All spots should not be cleaned with the same product.  For example, urine spots that are dried should be cleaned with an “acid side” spotter due to the fact that the pH of urine changes within hours of drying. There are specific cleaners for different spots.  All cleaners are not created equal either!
 
2.  Using the wrong product can actually cause a permanent stain.  Many over the counter products are high in alkaline content and can actually “set” the stain.  In addition, some leave heavy residues that cause spots to re-soil quickly.

3.  Spot cleaning is not a substitute for professional traffic area cleaning.  Leaving traffic areas without professional attention for long periods of time will allow abrasive soils to damage carpet beyond repair.  If you don’t know how long it’s been since you have cleaned your carpets, then it’s time!

QC Newsletter April 2015 - Carpet Tips

Carpet Tips!

Entry ways are often the most heavily soiled areas of carpet in the home. The simplest yet most effective step in keeping these high traffic areas from becoming heavily soiled is to use entry mats!

Vacuum frequently. Since about 75% of   carpet soil is dry particulate, vacuuming more often prevents soil from embedding deep into carpets.

To avoid permanent damage to carpet, have your traffic areas cleaned at least every 12 months. Heavy traffic areas may need it more often

QC Newsletter April 2015 - Portland Saturday Market

Portland Saturday Market is Now Open!
2 SW Naito Parkway
Portland, OR 97204

Open Every Weekend
March - Christmas Eve
Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sundays 11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.


Welcome to Portland Saturday Market. Operating since 1974, this is the largest continually operating outdoor arts and crafts market in the nation. Located in Portland's historic Old Town, the Market is the most popular shopping destination for local handcrafted goods.

We offer a unique opportunity for people to meet over 350 local NW artists and craftspeople who create the art they're selling. Live, local music and a plethora of exotic foods top off this remarkable Saturday and Sunday event.

QC Newsletter April 2015 - The Experience

The Experience Conference and Exhibition
April 27th- April 29th

Ongoing education is the key to giving our customers superior carpet cleaning.  We will be returning to The Experience Conference and Exhibition this month.  We will be learning about new cleaning techniques, cleaning solutions and products plus the latest trends in carpet cleaning.

In addition, we will discover new research, the most up-to-date information and the best tools available in the carpet cleaning industry today.  This will enable us to provide our customers with the best cleaning service possible.

Being an IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification) Certified Firm means keeping up on education.  All of our technicians are required to be certified in carpet cleaning.  They need to take continuing education classes in order to keep their certification.  This allows them to have the knowledge needed to properly clean and repair your carpet.  Following is a list of certifications that our technicians hold:



Carpet cleaning
Odor Control
Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning
Carpet Repair and Reinstallation
Master Textile Cleaner
Commercial  Maintenance
Color Repair
Leather Cleaning
Stone, Masonry and Ceramic Tile Cleaning


Education is the key to successful cleaning; the Experience Conference is one way to ensure this happens.  We look forward to returning with knowledge to better serve our customers!