The air in your home or business can potentially threaten the health of your family or employees, especially if someone suffers from lung disease or asthma. The greatest way to help protect your workers or family members is to prevent problems before they occur. Air pollution is often caused by the most unlikely things, and come from the most unlikely places. The only way to uncover what is causing the unhealthy air is by examining your home or building. You can also ask the following questions in order to discover potential sources of indoor air pollution.Office and Commercial Spaces• Are any machines being used that could be releasing odors or chemicals?• Are any of the employees smoking indoors?• Can you see or smell … Read More…

Pressure washing is known as one of the most affordable and simplest ways to boost the value of a home or building. It is also a great way to prevent cost, time, and danger of any future repairs. Because any property can be a large investment, it would be in your best interest to help protect it. Mold, grime, mud and dirt tend to accumulate on homes and buildings of all types. If not cleaned before it becomes a serious problem, the repairs, renovations, and replacements can be very costly. You can prevent major damage by conducting cleanings on a regular basis. If it is uncontrollable, contact your local pressure washing company. Pressure Washing is normally used to clean the … Read More…

The front porch is an important feature to your home. Your guests normally enter from this entrance when visiting. If it is unsafe and unclean, chances are they may not want to return. At Charlotte House and Commercial Cleaning Services, we believe that every home should stay clean. Below are a few ways to keep your front porch clear and tidy of any messes. Front Porch Cleaning Tips Remove everything that is lying around from the porch. You can place these items in trash bags, recycling bin, containers, and boxes that can go to Goodwill. Set things to the side or in the grass in order to finish cleaning off the porch.Next, wash the walls and frames (if there are … Read More…

Over time, you may find that the walls in your home have become a bit dirty. From children constantly touching them to guests accidentally scratching a few areas, you will need to give them a good cleaning every now and then. If you prefer to do-it-yourself and not hire a professional cleaning service, Charlotte House and Commercial Cleaning Services has a few tips to help make your painted walls much cleaner.How to Clean Painted WallsThe specific way that you clean a wall will depend on the type and quality of the paint. This also affects how easily the dirt comes off. In general, there are four types of paint finishes. These different types include:Latex Flat – This is the most … Read More…

DATELINE: PEABODY, MA…   According to Drysdale’s Total Floor Care Owner Mark Dullea, many homeowners hasten the demise of their decks without realizing it.  Through the use of chlorine bleach and amped-up power washers, they are harming the very materials they are trying to maintain.   “The front or back deck can be a very popular place to entertain family and friends. So, homeowners naturally want to take care of it. Unfortunately, the high-powered pressure washers used by most service companies can cause several problems. They can destroy the wood’s lignin, causing the surface to burr, which limits the ability of a sealant or stain to penetrate into the wood far enough to offer much protection from the elements.  If … Read More…