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We Offer More Than Just Carpet Cleaning
Chem-Dry is known nationwide for our carpet cleaning services, but did you know we actually offer a range of cleaning services for surfaces throughout your home? From upholstered furniture to hardwood floors, Clean Living Chem-Dry has you covered. You can trust our...
Leave Rug Cleaning to the Pros
Area rugs are beautiful additions to your home, but over time they can become compacted with dust, allergens, and dander. This can dull your rug's appearance and create must odors in your home. To maintain the beauty of your rug and keep your home smelling fresh,...
Carpet Cleaning Red Flags to Avoid
When it comes to maintaining the investment you've made in your carpet, it's important to choose the right carpet cleaning company. A reputable cleaner should be able to effectively remove dirt, stains, and traffic lines, restoring the soft, fluffy texture of your...
Refresh Your High Traffic Areas and Extend Your Carpet’s Lifespan
Your carpet is one of the most important investments in your home. It provides comfort, warmth, and style but requires regular maintenance. High-traffic areas in your home, such as hallways, stairwells, and in front of furniture, can show signs of wear and tear over...
Can Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaners Remove Pet Stains?
Dealing with pet accidents can be a frustrating and challenging issue to tackle on your own. Eliminating stains and unpleasant smells from your carpet may feel like a big task resulting in an uncomfortable and unhygienic living environment. At Clean Living Chem-Dry,...
3 Surprising Ways Clean Carpets Can Boost Employee Productivity
What someone sees or feels when they walk into an office stays with them. First impressions count—and that includes the carpet. Your office doesn’t need to be lavish, but it does need to be a creative, clean space. In fact, recent studies show that the atmosphere...
Carpet Cleaning Experts Explain Carpet Shedding
It can be disheartening when your newly-purchased carpet starts to shed or when an older carpet begins to shed after years of use. You're not alone in being concerned about shedding from your carpet. Our carpet cleaners can help you understand why this may happen,...
Carpet Cleaning With Pets (and Pet Stains)
Cleaning carpets with pets can be a challenge. Pet fur, stains, and pet odor can all make it difficult to keep your home looking and smelling its best. But don’t despair – the team at Clean Living Chem-Dry is here to help! We can help remove lingering pet urine odors...
All About Rug Bleeding
A good area rug can transform the look of your space and add style to your home. However, their intricate designs and delicate colors make them prone to damage during the cleaning process. Improper cleaning methods and harsh stain removal can cause the colors of your...
Why Do Carpet Stains And Odors Reappear?
Have you ever spilled something on your carpet, cleaned it up, and it looked good as new, only to find that the stain reappears a day or two later? This can be extremely frustrating, especially if you have thoroughly cleaned the area multiple times. In order to...
4 Hardest Upholstery Stains to Remove
Have trouble removing stubborn stains from your sofa, armchair, or loveseat? DIY methods can sometimes make the matter worse and damage your upholstery. Fortunately, the upholstery cleaning experts at Clean Living Chem-Dry are here to help restore the look of your...
Understanding Our Carpet Cleaning Service Protectant Package
Your rugs and carpet have seen a lot of action over time! From family movie nights to holiday parties, they experience it all. That’s why it’s so important to give them the care and protection they deserve with Clean Living Chem-Dry’s specialized carpet cleaning...
Add Carpet Cleaning To Your Holiday To Do List
Are you looking to get ahead of the holiday chaos that descends every year no matter how much you plan? Even if you’ve already got your shopping list down pat, created a delicious menu, and arranged the arrival and departure dates for all of your holiday guests, don't...
5 Benefits of Professional Carpet Cleaning
Many people choose the DIY route of cleaning their carpets themselves. Many homeowners opt to tackle this task on their own instead of hiring professional carpet cleaners. Are you aware of the several advantages of choosing Clean Living Chem-Dry professionals? Carpets...
Maintaining Rugs in High-Traffic Areas
Many people choose to cover high-traffic areas of their carpet with throw rugs to protect the carpet, but how do you protect these rugs from wear and tear? Here are some tips from the pros at Clean Living Chem-Dry to help keep your rugs looking prime. With the right...
HELP! What Do I Do When My Pet Stains The Carpet?
You love your pet, but it’s ok to admit you don’t love the stains and odors they can leave around the home. The good news is, that with Power Clean Chem-Dry these lingering odors and stains don't have to be permanent, Here are a few simple, effective tricks for...
Wrap up Summer with Deep Carpet Cleaning
Whether your family likes to host outdoor barbeques, hike, hang out by the pool, or simply spend time in the yard, summertime is great for outdoor fun. While this is one of the best aspects of the summer season, all of that coming and going can take a toll on your...
What to Do When Your Cat Has an Accident
The Stain Pet accidents can leave unsightly stains and smells on your carpets. Here are a few tips to prevent the stain from becoming permanent, if you’re lucky enough to catch it when it happens. What to do: Act quickly. Remove as much urine as possible using...
5 Things to Look For in a Carpet Cleaning Company
Clean carpets made a big difference in the appearance of your home. That's why regular maintenance is so important. For example, having your carpets professionally cleaned once or twice a year can extend the life of your carpet and keep them looking good for years to...
How to Make Sure Your Vacuum Lasts
Is your recently purchased vacuum already starting to lose its power? If so, you’re not alone. It is almost everyone’s first reaction to go grab their vacuum on the occurrence of any little mess, but vacuums have a limit and eventually will lose their power if not...
Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Next Professional Carpet Cleaning
Life gets really busy, and the to-do lists seem to be neverending. Remembering to get your carpets professionally cleaned regularly can be hard, but here are a few reasons you shouldn't skip out on your next carpet cleaning appointment. Why Prioritize Carpet Cleaning...
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Why Upholstery Cleaning is Essential [3 Reasons]
With all the important tasks you have to keep up with around your home, it’s understandable that upholstery cleaning may be pushed to the backburner. What’s the big deal, right? Truthfully, there are actually many benefits of upholstery cleaning, and also some dangers...
5 Carpet Cleaning Tips
Keeping your carpets clean can be a challenge, especially if you have a busy schedule or live in a home with kids or pets. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply want your home to feel extra fresh, here are our favorite, simple carpet cleaning tips to hold you over...
How Often Should I Have My Office Carpets Cleaned?
As a business owner, you have many important tasks to complete, and it’s easy to push cleaning the carpets in your office to the bottom of the list. However, clean carpets are an important aspect of a healthy office and productive employees. So why should you make...
6 Tips For Cleaning Area Rugs
Area rugs bring beautiful color, texture, and diversity to our homes, and also require special care to be maintained. Here are the basic principles of area rug cleaning and stain removal so you can keep your precious textiles looking their best as the years go by. ...
Who ya gonna call? Clean Living Chem-Dry!
When carpets are dirty, dust is in the air and allergies are on high. Clean Living Chem-Dry is the number you need to call! Clean Living Chem-Dry has affordable, deep cleaning, and eco-friendly carpet cleaning that fights against dust, dust mites, and much more.
How Often Should You Clean Your Couch & Upholstery
Summer is coming! It's the perfect time to refresh the home and clean. If you want to have a clean, healthy home, here’s a fact you should know: the dirtiest item in your home is likely your couch. Surprised? We typically remember to wipe down our counters, sweep...
Top 3 Types of Carpet For Pets & Kids
If you have children or pets, it’s inevitable that your carpet will undergo some wear and tear. So, how do you minimize the damage that’s done, or prevent it altogether? One of the biggest decisions you face when choosing a new carpet isn’t style, color, or brand....
5 Things to Look For in a Carpet Cleaning Company
Carpeting is a great addition to your home, and scheduling regular, professional carpet cleaning appointments is essential to maintain its look and life. However, not all carpet cleaning companies provide equal quality services. Here are 5 things to look for in a...