What You Need to Know About Tile and Grout Flooring
Tile and grout flooring is one of the most popular types of flooring out there. With its aesthetic appeal, versatility, and endurance it is a great option for any property owner. At Chet’s Cleaning in Gross Pointe, Michigan, we specialize in the cleaning and restoration of tile flooring. Here are some of the most important […]
The Nitty Gritty of Cleaning Grout
Few things are more attractive than a beautifully tiled mudroom, entryway, kitchen or bath. Tile is available in a wide array of styles, colors and finishes to complement virtually any decor. Tile is also relatively easy to keep clean, which is why it’s so widely used in areas of the home that see a lot […]
Carpet Cleaning Tips and Tricks from the Pros
Most carpets have been treated by the manufacturer to reduce staining, however, no carpet is completely stain proof. Over time the fibers in your carpet trap bacteria, dirt and oils, which cause odors, stains and discoloration of the material. Even carpets that look clean may have collected dirt, dust and germs below the surface.
These Cleaning Tips Can Help Reduce Allergies
Those with allergies also know that allergies don’t just flare up when they are outside. Indoor allergens, such as dust, dander and mold can be just as intense as outdoor allergy triggers like pollen. Regular housecleaning in all seasons can get rid of allergy triggers and help relieve your symptoms. The following cleaning tips will […]
Tips for Choosing Your Home Cleaning Products
Read any label or watch a television commercial about a cleaning product and you’ll soon be convinced that said product is a miracle in a bottle. Yet, not all cleaning products work as advertised and many aren’t even safe to have in your home. Here are some tips for choosing your household cleaning products for […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Leather Furniture Cleaning
Leather furniture is a great investment in any home. While often a higher price point than fabric, leather furniture tends to be more durable, age more gracefully, cleans easier and is hypoallergenic. It also can add a more expensive and sophisticated feel to any room and matches most décor. However, if you just shelled out […]
Can You Have a Clean Home If You Have a Pet?
If you have pets, you already know that pet fur and dander cling to both your furniture and your carpet. But fur and dander aren’t the only problems. Pets also track dirt and grime back inside every time they go out to play or for a potty break. While it does create a little more […]
How to Keep Your Carpets Clean This Summer
Carpeting is a wonderful flooring material because it improves the look of your home, is soft and comfortable under your feet and helps control the noise level in your home. Unfortunately, it is also a large filter that collects massive amounts of bacteria, dirt, dust and debris. Carpet also is susceptible to stains if spills […]
Don’t Fall Into the DIY Trap
Have you ever tried to do something yourself and it turned out to be a big mistake? It’s true, you can find a “Do It Yourself” video for just about anything under the sun on YouTube. In some instances, it is possible to do things yourself; in others, it is just best to leave it […]
General House Cleaning vs. Deep Cleaning
How long has it been since you deep cleaned your home? For that matter, what does deep cleaning even mean? We all do our best to keep the house picked up, wiped down and vacuumed on a regular basis. But sometimes you have to go the extra mile and vacuum out under your fridge, or […]
Summer Cleaning Tips to Keep Your House Nice and Neat
The summer months have arrived. bringing with them heat, vacations and a heightened wave of activity around the home. While spring cleaning is all about reorganizing and opening up the home from the winter darkness, summertime tasks might be a bit more involved. Do you suddenly have children who are at home all day instead […]
How to Make Wood Floors Look New Again
If you are a proud owner of pristine wood flooring, you know the great feeling that comes with gleaming hardwood. However, if you’ve had your wood flooring for as long as you can remember, it may be starting to look like your teenager’s car. After years of use, hardwood flooring scratches, scrapes, and wears down. […]
Back to Basics: How to Keep Your Carpet Clean
Carpets trap dust mites, dirt, soil, bacteria and other types of substances that can cause allergy attacks. Keeping your carpet clean and healthy will go a long way in reducing the irritating symptoms of allergies. It will also make your carpets look better and last longer. Here’s what you need to do. Vacuum Your Carpets […]
Choosing the Best Carpet Cleaner for the Job
Cleaning a carpet is as simple as grabbing the right products and equipment and starting to clean. It’s even simpler when you hire the first cleaning company you find, right? Wrong. Carpet cleaning is a pretty complex process, and when you choose the wrong carpet cleaner, you may end up simply getting the dirt ground […]
Safe Ways to Care for Leather between Professional Furniture Cleanings
Leather furniture is always popular thanks to its beauty and durability. It’s also a more expensive choice than some fabrics, like microfiber, and an investment well worth protecting. Inbetween professional cleanings by Chet’s Cleaning, the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification offers some tips on things you can do to help your leather furniture […]
Tips to Boost Your Air Quality and Extend the Life of Your Carpet
Keeping your carpets clean can be a full-time job, especially when you have pets or small children in the house. While some stains and messes are pretty easy to clean up, there are others that you can easily make much worse than they have to be through a simple misstep. Check out this quick guide […]
Spring Cleaning Done Right
Nearly all cultures practice some sort of spring cleaning in the home. In the Chinese culture, this spring ritual symbolizes ridding the home of the bad luck and misfortune that has accumulated in the previous year. Cleaning makes room for good luck to enter the home. For Americans, spring cleaning has more practical implications. It […]
Allergens: The Invisible Problem Hiding in Your Carpets
If you suffer from asthma and allergies, it is extremely important to have your rugs and carpets cleaned regularly. Allergens can build up in the carpet and cause vicious attacks on the human body. When an attack occurs, it causes body itching, sneezing, coughing, wheezing, a runny and/or stuffy nose, as well as red, itchy […]