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Carpet Cleaning Commercial Cleaning Service
13.12.2015
Carpet Cleaning, cleaning service, Grayslake, Il

Patching Damaged Carpet Spots – Should You Hire a Professional? – Grayslake, IL

You spent weeks sorting through multiple carpet samples, days preparing for the installation in your home, hours arranging your furniture and enjoying your beautiful new carpeting – and minutes for an accident to happen. Stuff happens.

Unfortunately, at some point your carpeting may become stained or damaged. Are you wondering if you should you fix it yourself or call in the pros? Read on.

On your own

Tackling carpet patching on your own depends on several factors. The first one is your patience level, experience and handiness and how badly the carpeting is damaged. If you have scraps of carpeting left over from your install, you are halfway to getting the job done. If a small section of carpeting is damaged, you can cut away the stained or damaged area and glue in a replacement piece from your carpeting scraps. You may need to trim the carpet or position it to match the fiber path. If you don’t feel up to the task, you may want to hire a pro.

Hiring a professional

The best part about hiring someone to help fix your carpeting problem is you are dealing with a professional who has experience in carpet cleaning and repair. Whether your carpeting is damaged due to staining, burns or buckling, a professional can assess the situation, send a trained technician to solve the problem and guarantee their work.

The Wiz Team is a full service carpet cleaning and restoration service. We service Lake Forest, Highland Park, Glencoe, Winnetka, Wilmette Glenview, Northbrook, Deerfield, Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights, Palantine, Lake Zurich, Barrington, Mundelein, and more. Contact us today for your cleaning and restoration needs.

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Carpet Cleaning
13.12.2015
Carpet Cleaning, cleaning service, Fox River Grove IL

Best Ways to Remove Almost Any Carpet Stain – Fox River Grove, IL

Eventually the day will arrive when the dog will jump up on the table and knock over a full glass of red wine on your carpet. Treating the stain immediately is important, but the way you treat it is crucial. We’ve taken the time to explain the importance behind blotting when you have a spill to help you keep your carpets looking brand-new for years.

Carpeting is delicate, and can be ruined with vigorous scrubbing. Generally, people believe that scrubbing anything with a stain is a good idea, but this is a major don’t when it comes to carpet. When scrubbed too hard, the carpet fibers can tear or shred, and the stain can be pushed further into the carpet fibers. So, as a major rule of thumb, don’t scrub stains.

The most successful way to remove a stain while maintaining the quality of your carpet is blotting. By gently blotting up the stain with a clean, damp white cloth, you’re allowing the cloth to absorb the stain out of the carpet.

Some stains are tougher to remove by simply blotting, and require professional help. If you have a carpet stain that needs professional attention, contact a professional carpet cleaner in Fox River Grove, IL. The Wiz Team can help with any stubborn stains in your carpet, along with a variety of other carpeting needs. We specialize in a natural carpet cleaning technique this is safe for pets and children, and can make your carpets look new.

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Carpet Cleaning Commercial Cleaning Service
13.12.2015
Carpet Cleaning, cleaning service, commercial, Fox Lake IL

Best Types of Carpet for High Traffic Areas – Fox Lake, IL

Choosing a carpet that can stand up against traffic in your home can be difficult. For high traffic areas, ditch the silk or shag and look for a durable wool carpet to save the day. We’ve put together some reasons why wool carpet will be more beneficial for your high traffic room.

Most well made wool rugs are extremely durable, which makes them a great option for a room with a heavy flow of traffic. These rugs will hold up for a long time on their own, which makes them a desirable choice for your home. Additionally, there is one simple step that will allow you to extend their lifespan: Place a pad underneath. Typically, rugs and carpets don’t wear out from the top, but from the bottom. By placing a pad underneath your wool rug, you will keep your rug looking new and lasting longer.

Silk and Shag should be avoided in high traffic areas, as they are less durable and won’t be able to withstand the traffic. Silk rugs are not made to be durable at all, and shag rugs in a high traffic room will wear out and lay flat because you’ll be walking on the side of the pile and not the top. It is best to keep the silk and shag carpet options out of your high traffic rooms, and start thinking about wool.

Additionally, be sure to choose a pattern or color that will not display dirt and stains easily. This means it is best to avoid whites and creams, or black solid carpets. Each of these shows dirt quickly and obviously. It is best to choose a color that is in between the two, or a pattern that will camouflage dirt and stains.

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Carpet Cleaning
13.12.2015
Carpet Cleaning, cleaning service, Elk Grove Village IL

Natural Carpet Cleaning Tips for Every Homeowner – Elk Grove Village, IL

Household carpets get a ton of wear and tear throughout the years. You may walk on them with shoes on, or spill countless things such as soda and wine. This alone makes carpets dirty, in addition to the natural dust and dirt that accumulates over time. There are a few natural, at home cleaning tips for you to keep your carpet clean.

This may seem obvious, but is often neglected by homeowners: Vacuuming. Vacuuming is easy, and should be done almost every day. Widely sold commercial cleaners are not advised when looking to clean your carpets safely and naturally. Instead, stick with regular vacuuming as your number one natural method.

When something spills, be sure to immediately tend to it to avoid staining. Salt is a good absorbent and can help to suck up spills and prevent them from turning into stains. Additionally, using a damp cloth to blot the stain out of the carpet is another effective spill removal remedy.

If you have pets, you’re aware that they can leave behind an odor on carpets. As a natural treatment against pet odor, rely on The Wiz Team.

If you are still looking for a natural carpet cleaning treatment, contact The Wiz Team to schedule an appointment for a professional carpet cleaning in Dallas. We offer natural carpet cleaning that is safe for your children and pets, and our fast drying treatment will leave your carpets dry in as little as two to three hours after we leave.

If you’re looking for the best carpet cleaner in Elk Grove Village, “like” us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to learn more about our natural carpet cleaning and carpet protection treatment.

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Carpet Cleaning
13.12.2015
Carpet Cleaning, cleaning service, Des Plaines IL

The Importance of Regular Carpet Cleaning – Des Plaines, IL

Cleaning carpets on a regular basis is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Homeowners should vacuum the carpet throughout their home at a minimum of once per week. Additionally, carpet should be professionally cleaned at least twice per year, depending on the amount of foot traffic the carpet receives.

Carpet cleaning is essential for many reasons, which include maintaining its condition and for the overall health of your family. When you have your carpet cleaned on a regular basis, you are also extending its lifespan. By removing dirt and other debris periodically, you lower its capability to keep building up grime overtime. Dirty carpet is a magnet for debris and usually adheres to it better than freshly washed carpet. You will enjoy your cleaner flooring, and its longer lifetime, with consistent carpet cleaning.

Regular carpet cleaning treatments also limit the amount of allergens that remain trapped inside the home. Steam cleaning is the optimal choice for the removal of allergies because the high temperatures will kill the allergens. Steam cleaning also reaches deep below the carpet surface, which is where most allergens love to call ‘home’.

Whenever carpet is being cleaned, anyone who suffers from severe allergies should leave the home for a few hours. Why? Carpet cleaning traps most of dirt within the inside of the vacuum, although you should also take into consideration the amount of allergens that can be circulated into the air. Be sure to ask the professionals if they are using any chemicals to cleanse your carpet. If so, ask them which chemicals are being used, and if they are non-toxic. The Wiz Team relies on an all-natural, eco-friendly and non-toxic cleaning solution that works hard to remove dirt and germs, but is also safe for the entire family.

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FABRIC PROTECTION THAT REALLY WORKS – Algonquin, IL

DID YOU KNOW that one of the best ‘feel good’ experiences you can enjoy is having freshly-cleaned carpet or furniture?

And one of the most frustrating experiences you won’t enjoy is when, within just a few days, something like red wine, coffee or tea is spilled on that freshly-cleaned carpet or furniture.

This is not good!

So you feverishly apply all kinds of household cleaning products and scrub in desperation. That spot does look a little better but it is still there. You have an important appointment so you give up. When coming home a few hours later… it has grown! (This is another mystery and you might want to ask your carpet cleaning pro why this happens.)

All of this drama could have been avoided if you had asked for fabric protection when you had your carpet or furniture cleaned. You know, like Scotchgard or Teflon or some of the other products available to consumers.

Yes, fabric protection does cost a little bit more but… it’s worth it!

How does it work?

Fabric protection is quite a mystery to many, but basically what it does is act as a kind of invisible shield that repels most substances that are spilled.

You might compare this to waxing a car. You are providing protection to your paint job by applyingan invisible shield, and you know it is working because you can see water beading up on the surface.

Carpet and furniture fabrics need the same type of protection.

Besides the obvious immediate benefit of cleaning up fresh spills, you can rest assured that a protected carpet or piece of furniture is going to last longer because when something is clean, it performs better and increases the lifetime of the fabric.

This doesn’t mean you can skip regular cleaning. Anything that is dirty will wear out prematurely. Fabric protection enhances a good cleaning. It’s an added step that you want for your carpet and furniture in your home.

So you want peace of mind? The next time you have your carpet or furniture cleaned, ask for protection. You will like it… and so will your carpet and furniture.

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Commercial Cleaning Service Tile and Grout Cleaning
13.12.2015
Algonquin IL, cleaning service, Tile and Grout Cleaning

Tile Cleaning Doesn’t Clean Your Tile – Algonquin, IL

Well sort of. But if you leave the dirty water on the floor after you clean the tile, the dirt in the water is left behind when the water evaporates. Next time you do your tile cleaning, use a white terry cloth towel to see just how much dirt is really left behind. (Don’t use your best towels)

You might be surprised at how dirty the towel is. All that dirt on the towel would have been left on the surface of the tile. And the dirt in the water/tile cleaner residue would have discolored your grout. The best way to keep your tile clean is to dry the floor after the tile cleaning process. Remove any puddled water that accumulates in the grout joints or in the recesses of some tile designs. This ensures all of the dirt is removed and makes your tile cleaning effort much more effective.

But Aren’t Cleaners Effective For Tile Cleaning?

Tile cleaners today do have agents in them that help lift dirt to the surface. The lifting agent (surfactant) works best when the tile is drenched with tile cleaner and water, and rinsed with clean water. With even the best tile cleaning products, it’s a fact that any tile cleaning residue or mop water left on the tile and grout will still leave behind dirt.

Properly done, floor cleaning can maintain a tile floor in a like new condition with regular mopping. Just remember to use the proper grout and tile cleaner and the proper tile cleaning techniques and you are sure to achieve excellent results.

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Best Questions to Ask When Hiring a Carpet Cleaning Company in Carpentersville, IL

It’s been said that knowledge is power. Your flooring is a large part of your home, and you don’t want to entrust cleaning and care to just anyone. Find out about who you are hiring to care for your carpeting. Here are some great questions to ask your carpet cleaning company.

What is included in the service?

Before hiring someone for residential carpet cleaning, find out what is included in their service. Do they offer free estimates? Do they spot treat stains? What is their cleaning process, and how long will it take? Do they offer specials for cleaning the carpets in more than one room?

Does the quoted price include specialty treatments?

If you are interested in pet urine odor removal or carpet protection, inquire about these services. Most companies will add these onto a regular cleaning but may run specials on these treatments.

Should I move my furniture or will you?

You don’t want to suffer a broken back just because you’re having your carpets cleaned. Inquire what you are responsible for moving before your technician arrives. Most times you are asked to move only small items from the floor.

Do you offer natural carpet cleaning with low or neutral pH treatments?

You shouldn’t be afraid to lay down on your carpets. Choose a company that offers natural carpet cleaning that is green and eco-friendly.

Do you guarantee satisfaction? If so, for how long?

You don’t want your carpet cleaning company to disappear after cleaning your carpets. Unfortunately, some stubborn stains may require a second visit. Choose a company that will come back upon request.

The Wiz Team has been serving the Carpentersville, IL area for years. We take pride in our work and our customer service.

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Carpet Cleaning Upholstery Cleaning
13.12.2015
Carol Stream IL, Carpet Cleaning, cleaning service, Upholstery Cleaning

Five Ways Pet Odor in Carpet and Furniture Affects Your Health- Carol Stream, IL

Pets are lovable, adorable, funny and—unfortunately—smelly! Have you noticed pet odor in your carpeting or on your furniture? It’s one of the hidden “benefits” of owning a pet that you may not have known about. Read on about how pet odor can be affecting your health.

1. Allergens

For many people, pet dander doesn’t have a major effect on their respiratory health, but for those who are allergic or sensitive to pet dander, it can wreak havoc on their ability to breathe. Pet dander doesn’t normally have much of an odor, but if built up and left to sit, it will give off a scent.

2. Dirt

Dogs and outdoor cats may wind up in mud, dirt, leaves, or other outdoor debris and bring it into the house. To say the least, it does not smell pleasant. But you also don’t know exactly what they are bringing into the house, and it may be harmful.

3. Garbage

Another unpleasant thing your dog may bring into the home is garbage. Pets have been known to bring in trash and hide it in a room. Depending on its toxicity, garbage can cause health problems if not found and disposed of.

4. Skunk odor

If your dog or cat has ever been sprayed by a skunk, you know that it is a very unpleasant odor. Skunk odor itself cannot harm you, but if allowed to get into your furniture and carpeting, it may cause you stress trying to get the smell out.

5. Urine

All animals have accidents. Urine left to sit in carpeting, on an area rug, or on furniture can cause toxic fumes.

We love our pets, but they can be smelly at times. The Wiz Team can be your dog’s—or cat’s—best friend. We’ve been performing residential carpet cleaning in the Carol Stream, IL area for years. Our natural carpet cleaning technique is safe for kids and pets.

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Carpet Cleaning Oriental Rug Cleaning
13.12.2015
Barrington IL, Carpet Cleaning, cleaning service

Cleaning and Maintaining the Quality of a Carpet – Barrington, IL

Carpeting is a big home investment. Not only does it provide warmth and comfort, but it also makes a style statement in any room. No one wants to have to replace carpeting before its time. For residents of Barrington, IL; can cleaning your carpeting on a regular basis help maintain its quality and extend its life? We think so!

1. Help eliminate trapped pollutants

Indoor pollutants can get trapped in your carpeting. These include air pollutants, allergens, lead, insects, and anything else we drag into the house with our feet. If left to sit in your carpet, these pollutants can become toxic and not only contaminate the air in your home but also eat away at certain types of carpeting.

2. Help prevent mold

Inevitably your carpeting will get wet, be it from a leak, flood, sloppy boots, or a spilled glass of wine. Especially in areas with high humidity, carpets are at risk of developing mold and deteriorating in quality. A professional carpet cleaner can clean your carpet and make sure it dries properly to eliminate the mold.

3. Help to revive carpet fibers

Carpeting in high-traffic areas can easily become worn down and its fibers broken. With regular vacuuming and professional cleaning, you can help to revive your carpet fibers and bring them back to life.

Are you ready for a professional residential carpet cleaning treatment? Take care of your investment and have your carpeting professionally cleaned. The Wiz Team uses a natural carpet cleaning process that is safe for pets and kids.

We also offer area rug cleaning. During our free-estimate visit, our technician will assess what is best for your carpeting as well as give you carpet-care tips to help maintain the quality of your carpeting.

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