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What Is My Why?

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A couple years back my Dad passed away while riding on his motorcycle. I hated that bike, but he loved it. He would go make bank deposits on his bike. This time though he was hit barely a block from his house.

It was really tough for a while. I didn’t know if I wanted to keep going with the business or not. Not much time passed after the funeral and I was out doing a cleaning for a new client. I started talking to the lady and she told me she was a nurse. I asked her at what hospital and she told me. It was the same hospital my Dad died in. She was one of the nurses that worked on my Dad. She was very apologetic but really for no reason. I know she did everything she could to help him.

Still, I couldn’t believe it. Just thinking about how many people live in this city and just the odds of it all was just insane. I knew then that I had to keep going. It was like my Dad was telling me to keep it all going. So I did.

I think about that day a lot. I don’t know where I would be now if I wouldn’t have met this client. I’m eternally grateful for this person. She may not remember me, but I will never forget that she is the reason that I decided to keep going.

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Carpet Cleaning – How Often Should I Clean My Carpet?

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Carpet Cleaning frequency depends on a wide variety of factors. I highly recommend cleaning your carpet once a quarter to keep your home its absolute healthiest. The reason I suggest this is because as the seasons change the allergens change. Rinsing your carpet once a season helps remove the allergens from the carpet to prep for the next season change.

Here Are A Few More Reasons You Might Carpet Cleaning More Often

You Have Pets In Your Home

Pets can be a huge factor in determining how often you should clean. Dogs and cats shed and leave allergens all over the carpet. Cleaning your carpet often is recommended to remove the allergens so that you don’t develop a build up. Another reason you might clean your carpet is because of pet odors and pet urine stains in general. Keeping up with your carpet when you have pets by cleaning regularly is very important to your carpets long term health.

You Have Kids

If you have Kids, spills happen. Having Carpet Cleaning done once every quarter or at least twice a year is recommended for you. The reason why is because by cleaning more often you will keep your carpet looking it’s best long term. The longer a spot or stain sit the more likely it is to become permanent. We use Kid safe cleaning products in your home vs butyl and other strong cleaners that aren’t necessary to provide a great cleaning experience.

You Have Bad Allergies

If you have bad allergies keeping your carpet cleaned quarterly is going to keep the allergens off the floor as much as possible. At UpFront Home Services we also offer Fragrance Free and Allergy Safe Carpet Cleaning. Having the right Carpet Cleaner out is important as to not aggravate your allergies further by using the wrong type of chemistry in your home.

You Don’t Vacuum Enough

We recommend vacuuming 1 – 2 times per week. If you’re not vacuuming enough you will need your carpets cleaned much more often. The reason why is by not vacuuming you are leaving dry debris on your floor that cause scratches into the fibers of your carpet. These scratches cause what is known as traffic lane wear. By vacuuming regularly you will help keep your carpet looking it’s absolute cleanest longer. 

At UpFront Home Services we provide Carpet Cleaning In Katy and the entire Houston area! Check out our Carpet Cleaning Service Here

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Why do we love Katy? It’s all of the entertainment and great restaurants. It’s easy to drive places and you have Katy Mills Mall to enjoy a little shopping and get great prices. With it being so close to Texas A&M we also get to service a lot of our fellow Aggies. We service the entire Houston area. Want to learn more about the City of Katy Click Here

Air Duct Cleaning – Should I Have My Air Ducts Cleaned?

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Having your HVAC system serviced is just one part of the equation when it comes to the health of your home. Regularly changing your filters will help keep your system blowing cleaner air but the dust will always find a way to get trapped in the crevices of the Air Ducts. Did you know that over 40 lbs of dust accumulates in your Air Ducts every single year? If you had that much dust on a dresser or fan blade, you’d want to have it cleaned right? Breathing this level of air contaminates simply isn’t good for you. Air Duct Cleaning can lower the amount of contaminates in your home and produce energy savings.

Here Is Why You Should Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned

Helps To Reduce The Dust and Allergens In Your Home

Air Duct Cleaning will reduce the dust and allergens being circulated through your homes Duct system. Having your ducts cleaned every 2-3 years will help keep your Ducts in good shape and keep them from needing to be replaced sooner rather than later.

Air Duct Cleaning May Fight Mildew and Mold Growth

Having your Air Ducts Cleaned will lower the likelihood of Mold developing in your system. When Air Ducts aren’t properly maintained Mildew and Mold can form on the dust and will float throughout the system contaminating your whole house. If you or a loved one suffer from Allergies it is important to have your ducts cleaned regularly so that you can potentially prevent this type of growth from occurring

Why Clean Your Air Ducts?

Because just like every other surface in your home, they get dirty. Regular accumulation of dust and dirt is normal in all homes. However some homes that need their Air Ducts regularly cleaned include homes with:

  • Dogs or Cats
  • Allergy or Asthma Sufferers
  • Tobacco Smoke
  • Water Damage
  • New Construction or Home Remodel Project

Having an Air Duct Cleaning service out will improve your indoor air quality, create energy savings, and help prevent mildew and mold growth in your ducts.

At UpFront Home Services we provide an honest assessment of your Air Ducts and tell you whether you should have your Air Ducts Cleaned. Check out our Air Duct Cleaning Service Here

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Getting great service in Houston can be hard… but  We love the city of Houston! The city has some of the best night life and restaurants in the entire country. We service the entire Houston area. Want to learn more about the City of Houston Click Here

Grout Cleaning Service – How Long Does Grout Sealer Last?

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I get asked this question a lot after providing a Grout Cleaning Service. How Long Does Grout Sealer Last? The honest answer is that it truly varies by how you maintain your floors, how often you cook, and how much foot traffic your floors will receive. Typically Grout Sealer will last anywhere from 1 – 3 Years in ideal conditions.

Here’s How To Make Your Sealant Last Longer

Using Proper Cleaning Techniques

Using a mop and bucket just doesn’t cut it, it actually will make your tile and grout dirtier over time and affect the sealers ability to block out the dirt. Utilizing a Flat Head mop with a container to spray the product and clean the floor will keep your sealer in tact longer. Just be sure to wash your Flat Head Mops pad after every use. Another good piece of equipment to utilize is a Steam Mop. The main thing with using a steam mop is using distilled water and washing the microfiber pads after each use.

The Right Cleaning Product

Using proper chemistry is important to maintaining your Tile and Grout over the long term. I highly recommend using a Neutral Floor Cleaner such as Zep Neutral Floor Cleaner or Stone Pro’s Crystal Clean when cleaning your floors. These types of products won’t leave a residue and will make your investment in a Grout Cleaning Service be a little more worthwhile. 

Consistent Maintenance

Consistently Maintaining your floors is crucial for making your sealant last longer. I recommend vacuuming, sweeping, and flat head mopping / steam mopping your floors at least once per week. By keeping the dirt off the floor you will have a much lower chance of creating a stain in your grout and destroying the Grout Sealer.

Why Choose UpFront Home Services For Your Grout Cleaning Service?

When you have UpFront Home Services clean your Tile and Grout we always include sealing of the Grout FREE! No other company does this! In fact most companies charge more to seal your grout after a Grout Cleaning Service. Not only do we include sealing of your grout, we also include both Alkaline and Acid rinses to properly clean your floors. Using both an alkaline and an acid guarantee that your floors are their absolute cleanest before we seal the grout. 

At UpFront Home Services we are Houston and Katy’s most inclusive Tile Cleaning Company! Check out our Tile and Grout Cleaning Service Here.

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Why do we love Katy? It’s the people. Katy, TX is full of phenomenal people. Everyone here is friendly and inviting and the food is fantastic. With it being so close to Texas A&M we also get to service a lot of our fellow Aggies. We service the entire Houston area. Want to learn more about the City of Katy Click Here

Tile Cleaning Company – Should I Seal My Grout After Cleaning?

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Should I Seal my grout after having my tile and grout professionally cleaned? The answer is a resounding yes. When having a Tile Cleaning Company out it is always important to Seal your Grout After they clean. 

Here Is Why You Should Have Your Grout Sealed After Cleaning

 

Your Grout Is Most Vulnerable After Cleaning

After having your Tile and Grout professionally cleaned your grout is in its most vulnerable state. The reason why is because you have cleared away the dirt and a very thin layer of grout with the pressure and steam. Putting in the Sealant after the cleaning will help to protect your freshly cleaned grout from stains and dirt from penetrating your grouts pores.

Sealing Will Protect Your Investment

Floors are expensive, protecting your investment by applying Sealant just makes sense. Is Sealant going to keep your floors from getting dirty? No. But Sealing your grout will help keep your floors looking cleaner longer.

After Tile and Grout Cleaning Care

Every Tile Cleaning Company should leave some form of instructions for after the cleaning care. We always recommend switching over to a Neutral Floor Cleaner such as Zep Neutral Floor Cleaner or Crystal Clean by Stone Pro. Another great solution is using a Steam Mop with Distilled Water. It’s important to use distilled water when using a steam mop because regular tap water will cause an issue with your machine and will leave scale build up in your grout.

Why Choose UpFront Home Services To Clean Your Tile and Grout?

When you have us clean your Tile and Grout we include sealing of the Grout FREE! What could be easier than having us out vs having another company that clean for you that charges more to seal your grout. Not only do we include sealing of your grout we include both Alkaline and Acid rinsing for your floor as well. Using both an alkaline and an acid guarantee that your floors are their absolute cleanest before we seal the grout. 

At UpFront Home Services we are Houston and Katy’s most inclusive Tile Cleaning Company! Check out our Tile and Grout Cleaning Service Here.

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Why do we love Katy? It’s all of the entertainment and great restaurants. It’s easy to drive places and you have Katy Mills Mall to enjoy a little shopping and get great prices. With it being so close to Texas A&M we also get to service a lot of our fellow Aggies. We service the entire Houston area. Want to learn more about the City of Katy Click Here

What Makes UpFront Home Services Different Than Other Carpet Cleaning Companies?

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Sometimes we are asked the question, what makes us different than other carpet cleaning companies? To be perfectly honest, this is our favorite question. This questions means you are really researching and wanting to get to know who is coming into your home and what exactly they are going to do for the price.

Here Are Just Some Of The Things That Make UpFront Home Services Different Than Other Carpet Cleaning Companies

We Provide Property Protection

With UpFront Home Services we want to leave your home in better shape than it was when we got there. To do this we use Moving Blankets to protect your wood and tile floors at step off or transition points. We use corner guards to protect your walls from potential hose damage when hoses are being pulled from one room to the next. We use special straps to keep our hoses from falling down your stairs while we clean up stairs. When we move items of furniture we will place those items in a safe area while your carpet drys and put blocks underneath the legs if left on the carpet.

Some Furniture Moving Is Already Included

In our pricing we already include moving of items such as sofas, chairs, and other light items of furniture upon request. Some carpet cleaning companies only clean the exposed areas in their pricing and charge more to move any pieces of furniture. 

We Include More Than Just Pre-Spotting

Some carpet cleaning companies will only Pre-Spot meaning they will only treat individual spots. We treat the entire Carpet with an Eco-Friendly Pre-Spray designed to safely break down all of the soiling in the traffic lanes as well as the spots and spills. 

Our Pet Enzyme Treatment Is Standard

In our cleaning packages our Pet Enzyme Treatment is standard. This means we already include something to help treat your carpet for mild pet urine and odor issues. Sometimes a stronger treatment such as our Kill Odor Plus May be necessary and if that is the case our technicians will make an honest recommendation. Most carpet cleaning companies charge more for a Pet Enzyme Treatment, and by more we mean a lot more. We have found that a large majority of our clients have pets and this is a crucial reason why they have their carpet cleaned.

We Have The Only Steam Cleaning Machine Like This One In Texas

Our CDS X-Drive is truly one of a kind. We made a substantial investment into all of our equipment and went with the Greenest and most environmentally friendly machine available. The CDS X-Drive creates 230+ degrees of hot steam to thoroughly clean your carpets and is electrically driven by the Vans engine. This means it has the power of our ford transit with much less of an environmental impact as other truck mounted equipment. 

We Offer Allergy and Chemical Sensitive Cleaning Solutions

If you have bad allergies, chemical sensitivities, or just want a clean that is actually clean and not driven by fragrances or soaps, we have a cleaning solution for that. Our Impact Carpet Cleaning Pre-Spray is botanically made, has no soaps, butyl, voc, and is fragrance free. We have used this product in even the most sensitive of environments and it is truly safe and extremely effective. Most Carpet Cleaning companies simply don’t have the chemical knowledge that we do to provide you with a safe and Green Cleaning.

We Are Aggie Owned and Veteran Founded

We honor the high morals of both our Armed Forces and work towards excellence like our fellow Aggies. When you do business with us you are more than just another client, you are what makes us succeed. The level of appreciation we have for you the customer is apparent from the minute you call in for a quote to when you have one of our service technicians out. You will see that we actually care about doing a good job and making you happy. Finding a carpet cleaning company that truly cares is especially difficult in today’s society. 

At UpFront Home Services we offer Carpet Cleaning Services In Katy and the entire Houston area! Check out our Carpet Cleaning Service Here

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Why do we love Katy? It’s all of the entertainment and great restaurants. It’s easy to drive places and you have Katy Mills Mall to enjoy a little shopping and get great prices. With it being so close to Texas A&M we also get to service a lot of our fellow Aggies. We service the entire Houston area. Want to learn more about the City of Katy Click Here

Carpet Stretching Service – What You Need To Know To Hire A Professional Carpet Stretching Service

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Seems like more and more carpets have wrinkles in them due to a poor quality install. What’s even worse is a lot these installers also offer a carpet Stretching service. So ask yourself this, if they can’t even install the carpet properly, how can they stretch the carpet properly?

Here’s What You Need To Know When Hiring A Carpet Stretching Service

Make Sure They Have The Right Equipment

Every Professional Carpet Stretching Service should have a Power Stretcher, Knee Kicker, and a Kool Glide Seam Iron. If the company you’re considering doesn’t have all of these tools, I recommend moving on to the next company. To professionally stretch and repair carpet you must be prepared every possible aspect of the job, these 3 tools will provide any Stretching company with what they need to handle your project.

Make Sure They Are Experienced

One way to make sure they are experienced is to read reviews. I also recommend seeing if they have any videos or pictures of them actually performing the work. Asking your friends or neighbors who they recommend can also be helpful in locating a Carpet Stretching Service. Be sure to ask the potential service provider what kind of experience they have as well before you book. 

Always Get An In Home Quote

Let’s be honest, most over the phone quotes rarely ever end up being what’s charged when it’s all said and done. Having a Carpet Stretching Service come out and give you a firm quote for the service will make your experience with them go smoother and remove the potential conflict in regards to pricing from the equation.

At UpFront Home Services we provide Carpet Stretching Services In Katy and the entire Houston! Check out our Carpet Stretching Here

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Why do we love Houston? It’s the sense of community. Houston really is a giant melting pot of cultures and people. With it being so close to Texas A&M we also get to service a lot of our fellow Aggies. We service the entire Houston area. Want to learn more about the City of Houston Click Here

Shower Tile and Grout Cleaning Service : What You Need To Know To Get Professional Job

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Have you thought about having a Shower Tile and Grout Cleaning Service come out to get your shower looking it’s best again? Some cleaning services have started to offer Shower Cleaning but once most are done your shower still looks almost like it did when they started. What gives? Well, the reason why is most cleaning services are not a full restoration service for your shower. 

Here’s What You Need To Know To Have Your Shower Tile and Grout Cleaned and Restored

 

Make Sure They Include Steam Cleaning and Caulking

Lots of handymen offer Caulking as a service but that’s simply not enough. Having the shower professionally steam cleaned before having the shower caulked will help prevent mildewing from reoccurring. Always make sure that steam cleaning is included with any caulking services.

Latex, Silicone, Sanded, What Caulk is Best?

For Shower Caulking I always recommend using pure Silicone as it is the most mildew resistant. Latex caulk however has no place in a shower and will fail quickly. If Aesthetics is your main concern Sanded Caulk can be really nice. Sanded caulk also has a built in antimicrobial which will help keep your showers caulk clean long term. Really when it comes to deciding what caulk to put in your shower, the main focus is what will look the very best. 

Utilizing Proper Chemistry

Shower Tile and Grout Cleaning can be really tricky. Some showers have man made tiles and others have natural stone tiles. Man made tiles like ceramic or porcelain can handle more aggressive treatments like acid to relieve soap scum, where as natural stone can not have acid used. Making sure to utilize proper chemistry will keep the shower from becoming damaged during the cleaning. Always make sure that the shower tile and grout cleaning service professional knows how to identify the type of tile you have and that they have the knowledge and experience to properly clean and caulk your shower. 

 

At UpFront Home Services we provide more value for our Shower Tile and Grout Cleaning Service and an amazing service experience! Check out our Tile and Grout Cleaning Service Process Here

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Why do we love Katy? It’s all of the entertainment and great restaurants. The Katy / Fort Bend Foodies group on Facebook is awesome for finding new places to eat. Katy is also easy to drive places and you have Katy Mills Mall to enjoy a little shopping and get great prices. With it being so close to Texas A&M we also get to service a lot of our fellow Aggies. We service the entire Houston area. Want to learn more about the City of Katy Click Here

Pro Carpet Cleaning – What’s Important Price or Service?

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When you first start to shop for Pro Carpet Cleaning you’re faced with the task of determining who you want to have in your home. It’s not about price or service, it’s about the technician coming into your home.

It’s really easy to get hung up on how much something costs vs what you’re actually getting for that cost. Here’s what you should be doing to get the best Pro Carpet Cleaning.

Shopping For Value Not Just Price

Hiring a Pro Carpet Cleaning Company based on just price rarely ends well. Make sure to ask crucial questions like what’s included in the price? What kind of equipment do you have? Do you use green cleaning products? Do you move furniture? Finding out exactly what’s included in any price quote you get can make or break your entire cleaning experience. 

Pro Carpet Cleaning Research and Reading Reviews

Always research any company that you get a mailer or any kind of flyer for. So many new start up companies are using Facebook to market their business and have little else about their company out there. It’s ok to try the new pro carpet cleaning company but I recommend dealing with a more experienced company so that you aren’t the new companies guinea pig. Some of the best places to read reviews about carpet cleaners are Google and Angie’s List. If you can find your cleaner on these sites and they have great reviews then that will give you the green light to hire.

Not Letting Just Anyone In Your Home To Save A Buck

It’s easy to believe that Carpet Cleaning can be done for only $20 Per Room. In all reality a cleaner offering these prices won’t even break even on a majority of jobs. It’s likely the cleaner that offers this low pricing doesn’t even have the right type of equipment let a lone good equipment to do the job. On top of that the low priced carpet cleaner quite simply won’t be around the next time you need your carpets cleaned.

When you’re looking to hire a Pro Carpet Cleaning Company it’s important to really do the research and know what’s included for any price quote you get. After all just because the price a low price cleaner quotes you over the phone is really good, often times they don’t leave with just that low price.

At UpFront Home Services we provide Pro Carpet Cleaning Services In Katy and the entire Houston area! Check out our Carpet Cleaning Service Here

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Why do we love Katy? It’s all of the entertainment and great restaurants. It’s easy to drive places and you have Katy Mills Mall to enjoy a little shopping and get great prices. With it being so close to Texas A&M we also get to service a lot of our fellow Aggies. We service the entire Houston area. Want to learn more about the City of Katy Click Here

How To Remove A Coffee Stain From Carpet

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When it comes to removing stains from carpet, it is always best to get to the stain while its fresh so that its as simple as possible to remove. This is how we recommend to remove a coffee stain from the carpet that are fresh or dried.

 

What To Do When The Coffee Stain Is Still Fresh

Always remember to work from the outside of the coffee stain and into the middle of the stain. Take a white terry cloth and blot the stain, I’m particularly fond of using a shop vac vs a towel for quicker removal. Keep blotting or extracting the stain until no more of the stain transfers to the towel. Pour some cold water onto the stained area and extract or continue to blot up the water. You may need to do this several times, but be sure not to over wet the carpet. Once you have removed the contaminates treat the area with a carpet spotter, Amazing Rinse Free Spot All by Pro’s Choice is a must for every household.

What To Do If The Coffee Stain Has Dried

 

You’re going to want to clean the coffee stained area thoroughly to remove as much contamination as possible. I recommend using Amazing and a little bit of water with either a shop vac or a white towel. After the area is rinsed clean take Stain 1 and apply it liberally to the carpet fibers. I would use a trigger sprayer to apply Stain 1 and walk away. Allow the product to dwell, the coffee stain should disappear immediately or after several hours.

Tips and Cautions:
Always blot or extract dry fibers to be treated before application of Stain 1
To improve Stain 1 Performance cover treated fibers with clear plastic
Always test for color fastness before using

At UpFront Home Services we get Coffee Stains out of Carpet in Houston and Katy and provide an amazing Carpet Cleaning experience! Check out our Carpet Cleaning Service Here

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Why do we love Houston? It’s gotta be the melting pot of cultures and the food. Houston is unique and fun. We service the entire Houston area. Want to learn more about the City of Houston Click Here