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Dry Carpet Cleaning vs. Carpet Steam Cleaning

mikesf — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 04:33:10 +0000

The debate on dry carpet cleaning vs. carpet steam cleaning (or extraction cleaning) continues to rage on among carpet cleaning professionals and consumers alike. The chorus of questions goes something like this:

Which one provides the most thorough cleaning Which uses the least amount of water Which one dries the fastest Which one is safest for the environment Which one is safest for my home Which is best for commercial or residential cleaning

These are all good questions but sometimes difficult to answer due to the complex nature of the cleaning process and the ever present marketing hype that surrounds this [...]

Best Options for Financing Your Carpet Cleaning Business

mikesf — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 02:22:53 +0000

Starting a carpet cleaning business is both exhilarating and nerve-wracking at the same time. While the thought of being your own boss has an almost magical appeal, it also means you are fully responsible for the outcome. Most new businesses rely on some form of borrowed capital to get started. How and where you secure this start-up financing can have a big impact on your new business. Let’s take a look at some of your best options.

Family and friends is often mentioned as a good source for start-up financing. If you’re lucky enough to have a rich uncle then this [...]

Your Must-Know Guide to Green Carpet Cleaning

mikesf — Tue, 18 May 2010 20:09:09 +0000

Global warming and the environment are on everyone’s mind these days. The concerns have sparked a ‘green’ revolution where every business, big or small, is getting scrutinized for how environmentally safe their business practices and products are.

Carpet cleaning is no exception. The most successful companies will be the ones who can navigate thru the maze of good, but sometimes misguided, intentions and separate hype from reality. Lets take a look at how you can use ‘green’ to protect the environment and improve your business at the same time.

Why should you be concerned about being green? If approached from a realistic [...]