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…

Garages need to be cleaned and organized just like a home needs to be.  Many families choose to purchase garage organizers and containers so that all of their tools will be put away. Many supply stores sell items that hold mops and brooms; closets that supply space for shovels and garden equipment; and even bike holders that fit on the wall or ceiling of the garage to hang your family’s bicycles. Before you begin organizing the garage, Charlotte House and Commercial Cleaning Services suggest that you clean up the garage as the first step. Once you have removed the car from the garage, all the items that are sitting around should be removed. Most people prefer simply sweeping out a … Read More…

All parents and caregivers should learn how to clean children’s toys naturally with homemade cleaning products. Using homemade solutions to clean toys, such as teethers, plastic toys, wool toys, stuffed animals, and wooden toys, is safe for both the cleaner and the child. Natural products keep the environment safe and your child out of the reach of dangerous chemicals.Charlotte House and Commercial Cleaning Services Tips for Cleaning Different Types of Toys Baby Toys – If your infant is in the “putting everything in the mouth” stage, it is best to clean his or her toys more often than usual. Infants are more likely to drop their toys on the floor, carpet, or any other dirty place in your house. These … Read More…

Unlike other rooms and areas in your office or home, bathrooms need to be cleaned regularly. Unfortunately, you cannot simply do a few wipes hoping that it’ll be completely clean once you are done. If you prefer not to hire a professional maid service, here are some trouble-free ways to maintain the cleanliness of a bathroom without having to spend hours scrubbing away. Charlotte House and Commercial Cleaning Services – Cleaning Your Bathroom in Less than 15 Minutes• Gather all of your supplies before beginning, such as a broom, cleaning cloth, gloves, toilet brush, glass cleaner and disinfectant products/wipes.• Remove all unwanted items (clothing, miscellaneous items, etc.) and remove trash from dispenser.• Use your disinfectant wipes to clean the sink and tub. The … Read More…

Washing your own windows can be an unwelcome chore. It can also be dangerous if you have windows that are tall or higher than the ground floor. Using long ladders to access them can be pose a risk to your health. Washing windows is also a time-consuming and tedious task. Without the proper equipment, it can take much longer and not be as high quality as if you went with a window cleaning service. Window cleaning services specialize in safely and effectively cleaning windows. They will have the necessary tools and supplies to complete a quality job. Before hiring one, there are several things to consider.
Many home cleaning companies also offer window washing as an added service. There are … Read More…