When you want to get your floors looking good there are some things that you can do. If you have hardwood, tile or stone you can start with sweeping. This is a great way to get the dirt and debris off the ground so that you can then follow up with mopping. This will get…
Any time you experience water damage in your home or business, there is a moment of panic that starts to set in. You may not even realize where to start in the cleanup process. Because water damage can wreak so much havoc on a building, there are few steps that are crucial in the beginning.…
There are a number of natural stones used inside homes for flooring, countertops and siding. What many people ask is how to properly take care of natural stone, and most importantly, whether or not a sealer is beneficial or needed. Heart of Texas Chem-Dry would like to answer this question and explain the sealer’s role…
No matter how careful we try to be, trying to keep our carpets plush and vibrant can be challenging. Spills happen if you are in a rush, balancing a busy day, or for the chronic klutz. Being that milk is a popular beverage or ingredient for adults and children alike, the risk of it making…
Many use the term ceramic and porcelain interchangeably, but there are quite a few differences between them. Porcelain tiles generally cost more. So do the differences between the two justify the higher price? While they are closely related and are part of the ceramic family, porcelain tiles have qualities about them that sets them apart.…
A rather tedious chore to remedy, is treating the carpet spots and stains following a spill. When treating these blemishes, it is essential you apply proper techniques to avoid making the circumstances worse and effectively remove the spots and stains. Doing even the slightest wrong technique can result in permanent damage or staining. To avoid…
With regular vacuuming cleaning and deep carpet cleaning, your carpets will maintain a healthy state, look great and potentially extend past their projected lifespan. Manufacturers recommend the carpets get deep cleaned 1-2 times a year in order to remove the dirt and debris below the surfaces and it is effective at removing stains and spots…
Choosing the right area rug for a space is no joke. It can either make or break the room depending on your area rug choice. There are three considerations that need to be made when you are choosing an area rug: color, texture and size. If you don’t get any one of those areas right,…
Carpets easily trap in dirt and other particles which make the carpet look dirty. However, looks aren’t nearly as bad as the smell that often accompanies it. If your carpets smell, your entire home smells. The worse and most common source of odor is body fluids or urine from our lovely pets. Pets are one…
Homeowners can readily expect to find mud in the yard any time of the year, but especially when the weather is warm. Between watering the vegetation, the kids’ water activities, and summer rain, mud is easily created. When there is mud, rest assured your beloved pets will find a way to bring it inside, the…
