Tuesday, December 15, 2020
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Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Monday, November 16, 2020
Professional Wood Floor Deep Cleaning
We are excited and proud to introduce our Wood Floor Deep Cleaning Services in both Johnson County and Hood County.
Wood floors need regular maintenance to maintain their beauty and durability. Our Wood Floor Cleaning Process is specifically designed for solid hardwood and engineered wood floors as well as luxury vinyl tile (LVT) type flooring. Like other surfaces that see regular use, dirt, grime and debris build up over time that can damage wood floors as well as allergens and bacteria that can compromise home and family healthy.
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A VIRUS AND A BACTERIA?
In this time of uncertainty and stress from the current pandemic, keeping our homes healthy can feel overwhelming. Viruses, contagions, bacteria and other terms can seem confusing. A little knowledge can go a long way towards helping us cope and provide peace of mind that we can continue to keep our homes safe. So to help, we have put together this infographic comparing bacteria and viruses, and the differences between them.
Check it out to get the science straight, and to stop your stress about sanitizing and disinfecting, read about the Sanitizing & Disinfecting services Johnson County Chem-Dry provides to help make your home healthier and safer for the entire family.
| VIRUS | BACTERIA |
| Not a living organism | Living organisms |
| Submicroscopic — range from 0.02 to 0.25 micron (a micron is one millionth of a meter) | Much larger than viruses — about 0.4 micron |
| Only grow and reproduce inside of the host cells that they infect. When outside of living cells, viruses are dormant — this is why they need a living cell in order to “live” | Consist of a single living cell than can generate energy, make food, move, and reproduce — this is why they can live in places such as soil, water, plants, and the human body |
| Visible under electron microscope | Visible under light microscope |
| Cause systemic infection | Cause localized infections |
| Examples of systemic infections: AIDS, common cold, flu, chicken pox, measles, Covid-19 | Examples of locaized infections: food poisoning, gastritis, ulcers, meningitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis |
| Antibiotics designed for bacteria have no effect on viruses | Can often be treated with antibiotics |
| Most viruses are potentially harmful | Most bacteria are not harmful |
How to Prevent The Spread of Bacteria and Viruses
- Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds
- Wash hands regularly, after touching high-touch surfaces, and before eating.
- If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol
- Use EPA-approved disinfectants on surfaces in the house
For more information on the services we provide, visit our website at Carpet Cleaner Near Me. Independently owned and operated. Serving Johnson County and Hood County, Texas.
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Thursday, October 8, 2020
The Importance of Regular Carpet Cleaning to Help Indoor Air Quality
REGULAR CLEANING BY A PROFESSIONAL CARPET CLEANING SERVICE HELPS IMPROVE INDOOR AIR QUALITY
Chem-Dry helps make indoor air healthier for homes and businesses
As the world's largest carpet and upholstery cleaning service, Chem-Dry leads the way in providing safe, effective and environmentally-friendly solutions to help ensure healthier indoor air in homes and businesses across the globe.
Our Hot Carbonating Extraction (HCE) process was tested by a leading independent air quality laboratory in multiple homes finding that Johnson County Chem-Dry removes an average of 98.1% of common household allergens from carpets and upholstery. The common allergens tested were dog and cat dander and dust mite allergens. Additionally, our HCE process, when coupled with a hospital-grade sanitizer, was found to remove an average of 89% of the airborne bacteria in the home and 82.3% of the bacteria in carpets.
Indoor air quality is also a significant health concern because the average home can harbor as much as 200,000 bacteria for every square inch of carpet. As the bacteria lurking in your carpets gets stirred up, it circulates in the air your family is breathing unless you properly clean them. A Johnson County Chem-Dry carpet cleaning is not only effective at removing the bacteria from the carpets, upholstery and other surfaces we clean, but it also improves the overall air quality in your home.
Indoor Air Quality Association recognizes the benefits of professional carpet cleaning for improving indoor air quality
Carpet acts as a filter that traps bacteria. allergens and other particulate that originate from both the indoor and outdoor environments. Cleaning is a key component in prolonging the life of the carpet, maintaining its air filtration effectiveness and contributing to the quality of the indoor air. The Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) recognizes the benefits of routine cleaning with high performance filtration vacuuming and periodic wet extraction utilizing a low moisture, green-certified process that has been verified by independent laboratory testing. IAQA also recognizes the value of using a professional company trained and certified in these methods to deliver a deeper carpet cleaning and healthier indoor air.
Chem-Dry is proud to be a Corporate Member of the IAQA. This non-profit organization is focused on bringing practitioners together to prevent and solve indoor environmental problems for the benefit of consumers and the public. As part of their work, IAQA helps to connect consumers and commercial businesses with experts for assessing, cleaning and sanitization related to indoor air quality.
Learn more about IAQA and their important mission to help identify and resolve indoor environment challenges.
Indoor Air Quality Association
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
WHY YOU SHOULD DEEP CLEAN TO HELP PREVENT COVID-19
WHY YOU SHOULD DEEP CLEAN TO HELP PREVENT COVID-19
We all want to keep our families safe, and COVID-19 is a top concern for most people these days. We hear a lot about the things we can do to protect ourselves and our children when we have to go out in public, but what about protecting the people we love when they’re in our homes? Deep cleaning, and doing it often, is key.
The CDC and WHO both promote the importance of a clean and sanitized environment in helping to stop the spread of COVID-19. The CDC has even provided specific guidelines to help you clean and disinfect your home properly.
What is the difference between cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting?
These words are often tossed around as if they are interchangeable, but they aren’t. It’s key to understand that cleaning alone, while a vital first step, does not kill bacteria or viruses. Cleaning refers to using water and a product like soap to remove debris from a surface. This step should never be skipped, but it should always be followed with sanitizing or disinfecting.
Sanitizing and disinfecting refer to using EPA registered products that are proven to kill bacteria, viruses, and fungi. These products do not remove dirt and grime, that’s why you should always clean for step one, but rather kill any remaining germs to reduce the risk of spreading infection. You can find a list of EPA registered disinfectants approved for use against SARS-CoV-2 here.
How can Chem-Dry help me deep clean my home?
Chem-Dry is proud to offer our new 3-step MicroPro Shield Service to help you keep your home clean and your family safe. The first step, DISINFECT is the core Chem-Dry disinfecting process where our professional technicians apply a hospital-grade, EPA-registered disinfectant by wiping down high-touch point areas and electrostatically spraying surfaces throughout each area serviced. Our disinfectant is food-contact-surface safe and is effective at eliminating 99.9% of bacteria from soft and hard, non-porous surfaces.1
The second step, PROTECT is an upgrade from our basic disinfecting services to also include the 90-day residual antimicrobial benefits of our MPS-90 process. This residual layer is a microscopic layer of spikes that continue to kill microbes like bacteria on contact, keeping surfaces protected for up to three months! When microbes like bacteria come into contact with the layer of spikes, the spikes mechanically kill them. The spikes pierce and rupture the microbe’s cell membrane, preventing microbes from mutating and adapting into superbugs.2
The third step is to CERTIFY that the job was done according to proper protocols and all areas treated were disinfected/sanitized and protected for up to 90-days.
Call your Local Carpet Cleaner today!
1 Based on EPA registration # 82972-1. Hard surface bacteria tests were based on independent lab testing associated with EPA registration # 82972-1; sealed stone and VCT surfaces were evaluated for 38 pathogens including bacteria, germs and viruses. Our sanitizer associated with EPA registration # 82972-1 has been approved by the EPA for use against SARS-CoV-2, the cause of COVID-19.
2 Based on EPA registration # 87583-3.
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
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Monday, August 24, 2020
Hardword versus Carpet
A look at factors you should consider in your flooring decisions
Sometimes it can seem as though everyone has an opinion on the “best” kind of flooring for a home, but the truth is that every home is different. There are a lot of factors that can affect your decision on what kind of flooring you want in your home, including budget or cost, ease of installation and upkeep, quality, and even the people living in your home.
So, to help you out, we have broken down each essential category and provided a direct comparison of each one, so that you can make the absolute best decision for both your home and your family.
Carpet versus Hardwood: A Comparison
Costs
If budget is your main concern, here’s what you need to know.
Carpet: $3-$5 per square foot
Cheapest: Olefin, Polyester, Nylon
Most expensive: Wool
Hardwood: $8-$12 per square foot
Cheapest: Bamboo, Maple, Oak
Most expensive: Brazilian walnut, Mahogany
Durability
Cost is one thing, but how long will each surface last?
Carpet: Needs replacing every 5-15 years
Hardwood: Lasts for over 50 years
Maintenance
What is the upkeep like for carpet vs hardwood, and how expensive are repairs?
Carpet: Repairs cost an average $200
Hardwood: Many repairs can be done yourself through sanding and refinishing
Cleaning
Everyday cleaning makes a difference. Remember that Chem-Dry can help protect both types of flooring against dirt and grime with regular deep cleanings!
Carpet: Easy to clean; dirt is less visible; stains may be difficult to remove
Hardwood
Easy to clean; dirt is more visible/harder to hide: most surfaces do not stain easily
Other Facts & Tips
Resale
Hardwood typically has the best resale value in today’s housing market, so if you’re looking to sell your home hardwood flooring might be the best bet. However, a new carpet could also do the trick. A deep cleaning will also help to revitalize your flooring if you are selling your home.
USA Today found that 54% of home buyers were willing to pay more for hardwood floors!
Best Carpet for Babies
Carpets are naturally the best option for babies, as they are softer and warmer. The best carpet for babies is either wool for its softness or nylon for its stain resistance.
Best Carpet for Pets
Because of its stain resistance and durability, nylon is usually the best carpet for pets.
Resources
https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/carpet-vs-hardwood/
https://www.thespruce.com/carpet-vs-hardwood-showdown-1314686
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2013/04/28/24-7-home-features/2106203/
Thursday, August 6, 2020
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
Carpet Care Tips from a Professional Carpet Cleaner
Keeping your home healthy starts with clean carpets.
Carpet cleaning is just like exercise. If you get into a routine and keep it up, you will see great results and feel better for it. Understanding the best way to clean carpets will help you save time and help keep your carpet looking great, as well as help meet the warranty requirements of the carpet manufacturer.
Carpet Cleaning Johnson and Hood County, Texas
Below are some simple steps to keeping your carpets clean and looking great.
- Vacuum at least twice a week with a Carpet and Rug Institute approved vacuum.
- Clean spots and spills quickly with products that do not damage the carpet or cause it to re soil more quickly, especially pet urine spots.
- Thoroughly dust your home and clean or replace air conditioning and heating filters; clean all ducts and vents to decrease your exposure to pollen and other airborne allergens. Change air filters in your heating and air-conditioning systems as recommended in the manufacturer's directions. The more dust and particles removed by the filter, the fewer that fall onto the carpet and other surfaces in the home.
- Remove mold and mildew from moist areas around your home. Mold is a fungus that can spark allergic reactions for many people throughout the year. Use non-toxic cleaning products and make sure bathrooms, laundry rooms, and kitchens are free of unhealthy mold.
- Use Mats: Outdoor and indoor mats or runners can reduce the amount of dirt that enters and spreads in the house.
- Don't forget the tile and grout! High traffic areas collect dirt and germs, and most weekly cleanings don't do the job when it comes to giving these surfaces a thorough, healthy cleaning. The grout between tiles and stone can be the toughest to eliminate stains and bacteria from these extremely porous surfaces.
- Professionally deep clean your carpets at least every 6 to 12 months to remove deep-down, embedded dirt and grime. Regular cleaning will not only improve your home’s appearance, but it will eliminate germs and allergens, improve your home’s indoor air quality and extend the life of your carpeting.
Preventing dirt and grime from getting on the carpet in the first place is a great way to start keeping it clean.
Thursday, July 23, 2020
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Sunday, April 12, 2020
A MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS CONCERNING CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)
Johnson county CHEM-DRY CARES ABOUT THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF OUR CUSTOMERS AND EMPLOYEES.
CHEM-DRY CONTINUES TO SERVE COMMUNITIES ACROSS THE COUNTRY.
Across the country, Chem-Dry is operating as an essential business with guidance provided by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Cybersercurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
For more than 40 years, Chem-Dry has been committed to providing our customers with a healthy home and workplace. As we all adjust our lives during the current flu season and Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, we want to share the steps we are taking to ensure that our services are being delivered in the healthiest manner to help you clean your home and protect your family.
Daily cleaning of frequently-used surfaces can be effective at making your home healthier. A deep cleaning and hospital-grade sanitizer application by Chem-Dry helps make your home cleaner and healthier by eliminating germs, bacteria and viruses.
Johnson County Chem-Dry Uses Hospital-Grade Sanitizers
Our Hospital-Grade Sanitizers are effective at eliminating 99.99% of bacteria from hard non-porous surfaces like tile, stone, wood, laminates and vinyl. 1
Our Hospital Grade Sanitizers have been approved by the EPA for use against the Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, the cause of COVID-19. 2
These products are EPA-Registered Antimicrobial Sanitizers that meets the EPA criteria for use against SARS-CoV-2 when used on hard non-porous surfaces including tile, stone, wood, laminates and vinyl.
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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Wednesday, February 12, 2020
We are humbled and honored to be nominated for the Chem-Dry Small Business Franchise of the Year 2020, with Customer Service and Customer Feedback being the paramount measures. Chem-Dry is the number one carpet cleaning service in the world, and we are so proud to be recognized! Thank you to our Wonderful Customer's in Johnson County! We owe everything to you!
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