Sunday, November 18, 2018

How to get rid of pet urine and other odors on carpets and Upholstery. What is fact and fiction? We can help!

How to deal with pet urine odor and other odors on carpets or upholstery what is fact and fiction?

There are many sites and home remedies that are suggested out there on how to deal with it.  We can help you with what to do and what not to do.

Here are some facts:
-the problem is much bigger than what you see:  Many people see a baseball sized spot and think that is it.  The truth is as soon as the urine soaks below your carpet backing, it spreads out.  What might be a baseball sized spot is actually the size of a soccer ball underneath.
-Once urine is left to sit, the warm, acidic liquid becomes a breeding ground for bacteria
-The acidic urine begins to oxidize on the carpet fibers.  This can sometimes create permanent color change on your carpet
-Urine can last for years in carpet.  It can take up to 5 years for bacteria to completely consume urine crystals, off gasing a urine odor the entire time.
-Male animals often urinate around perimeters and females are more likely to urinate in open areas.
-Animals are creatures of habit and often return to the same areas, even after urine is removed
-The average dog urinates 22 gallons in a year and a cat approximately 11 gallons!
-Once the urine begins to dry, the moisture evaporates and microscopic salts and crystals are formed.  These salts and crystals remain in your carpet, pad and floor and can no longer be treated by simple cleaning or over the counter products...This would require professional help.
-The crystals and salts react to the humidity in the air.  Any humidity level changes cause the crystals and salts to give off a heavier urine smell.  This is why you often smell it worse on rainy or hot humid days.
-Urine in carpeting is a severe problem that if greater than 2 days old, requires major restoration work, not just simple cleaning and deodorizing.  But now with chem dry by the Millers revolutionary purt treatment, your most sever urine-damaged areas may be saved



What can you do?
-May sound simplistic, but keep an eye on your animal so you know the extent of the problem.  Animals will often go over and over again in the same spot without you knowing.  Many people think their pet has only gone once because they have one spot, where in fact they may have gone a dozen times on the same spot, and often homeowners are left believing it is just the original coming back to cause a problem again.

-Blot urine stains immediately.  Soak up as much as you can.  The longer your wait the worse it gets.  A small wet/dry vac can be very useful.  Having an easy portable suction to get that urine up quickly is a great tool.  Just be sure to rinse.  If you don't rinse, you will regret it the next time you turn that vacuum on!

-If you have a wet/dry vac, you can rinse with plain water from the outside in.  Do not pour directly in the middle of the spot...this just will displace the urine outward causing the urine to spread and making your problem worse.

-Most products you can buy in store are temporary fixes and the same goes for most carpet cleaning companies.  They will usually just deodorize, temporarily covering up the odor, or sanitize, which does kill odor causing bacteria eliminating some odor, but it does not break down the urine crystals that have formed if urine is greater than 2 days old.  Then bacteria re-grows feeding off the urine crystals and the odor eventually comes back



If the urine is greater that 2 days old, then you need to call Chem-Dry by the Millers for our professional Pet Urine Removal Treatment.(P.U.R.T.)

Our Purt product is a revolutionary product specially formulated to eliminate urine odors.  This product has shown excellent results on even the most severe urine damage.  When Purt comes in contact with the source of the urine, it immediately begins a chemical reaction that destroys the urine itself, kills the bacteria and the odor along with it.

What we will do:
Once your Chemdry by the Millers technician arrives, the source and severity of the odor are determined.  The certified technician will determine the appropriate steps to address your specific situation.  P.U.R.T. will then be applied heavily to the affected areas.  It is necessary for purt to come in contact with all the urine crystals.  Over the next 24 to 36 hours, the ingredients in purt will react with the urine and break down the odor-causing components.  Once dry, the odor will dissipate.  This can take a few days up to 14 days to completely dissipate from the area.

Call us for more information at 1-800-378-4030, or visit our web site for more details at www.cdbythemillers.com.

You Can also consider these services that you  can count on Chem-Dry by the Millers for the best results:
-Upholstery Cleaning and Protection
-Oriental Rug Cleaning
-Pet Odor and Urine Removal Treatments (PURT)
-Auto, Camper, RV, and motorhomes
-Leather and Vinyl Cleaning
-Tile and Grout cleaning
-Natural Stone and hard floor services

Also offering Commercial and Office cleaning for all of the above services.  We have the most competitive commercial rates and can greatly extend the life of your carpet and upholstery!




Visit our website for more details at www.cdbythemillers.com of call us directly at 1-800-378-4030

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We Clean over 4000 locations each year!  Proudly serving all of Berks, Montgomery, Chester, Bucks, Delaware, York, and Lancaster counties including, but not limited to the following cities and towns: Reading, Ephrata, Lititz, York, Seven Valleys, Radnor, Wyomissing, Douglassville, Blandon, Avondale, Narberth,  Collegeville, Phoenixville, Schwenksville, Pottstown, Gilbertsville, King of Prussia, Blue Bell, E Norriton, Villanova,  Chester county including West Chester, Elverson, Downingtown, Bryn Mawr, Limerick, Wayne, Kennet Square,  Delaware county, and all of Bucks county including doylestown, Quakertown, Perkasie and surrounding areas,  All of the Main Line and more!

Thursday, November 15, 2018

The Dirty Little secret about Dirty Carpets..Why you need to hire a professional carpet cleaner

While carpets provide warmth, comfort, and beauty to many homes, they also harbor a number of germs and bacteria. Although carpets may appear to look clean, they are secretly home to hundreds of dirt, germs, and allergens. For this reason, it is important that homeowners care for their carpets and have them professionally cleaned on a regular basis. 
Carpets tend to retain several sources of allergens, including pet dander, cockroach allergens, lead, particle pollution, and everyday dirt and dust. The toxins can be trapped deep within the carpet and can be released through everyday activities such as vacuuming and walking on the carpet. While these allergens may not be visible to homeowners, they can still be the source of unpleasant health issues and allergy symptoms. Vacuuming and routine cleaning are helpful in maintaining cleaner carpets, but they are simply not enough. Having your carpets cleaned by a professional service is beneficial for many reasons.
With the vast array of commercial cleaning products available, it can be very difficult for homeowners to decide which products will be most effective at cleaning their carpets.  In addition, it is also important to know which products are safe to use on specific types of carpet. A professional carpet cleaners such as Chem-Dry by the Millers will take the guesswork out of cleaning as they are very knowledgeable in the specific products needed to address your cleaning needs. You can rest assured that Chem-Dry will use only those products that will be safe and effective for cleaning your carpets. And Chem-Dry provides a much quicker drying time than other types of professional cleaners. Not only is this more convenient for homeowners, but it reduces the chances for mold growth. 
If you are looking to get the most out of your carpet cleaning, consider hiring Chem-Dryl to get the job done right. A professional service can give your carpets the deepest clean possible, leaving your carpets fresh, healthy, and free of bacteria and allergens. The first step to a clean and healthy home is clean carpets, and Chem-Dry by the Millers can provide just what you need

Call us today at 1-800-378-4030  You can also visit our website at www.cdbythemillers.com

We Clean over 4000 locations each year!  Proudly serving all of Berks, Montgomery, Chester, Bucks, Delaware, York, and Lancaster counties including, but not limited to the following cities and towns: Reading, Ephrata, Lititz, York, Seven Valleys, Radnor, Wyomissing, Douglassville, Blandon, Avondale, Narberth,  Collegeville, Phoenixville, Schwenksville, Pottstown, Gilbertsville, King of Prussia, Blue Bell, E Norriton, Villanova,  Chester county including West Chester, Elverson, Downingtown, Bryn Mawr, Limerick, Wayne, Kennet Square,  Delaware county, and all of Bucks county including doylestown, Quakertown, Perkasie and surrounding areas,  All of the Main Line and more!

Sunday, November 4, 2018

Tips to get through cold and flu season from Chem-Dry by the Millers

Cold and flu season is upon us. Each year we seem to confront a new and even more insidious variation of flu. An occasional day off to binge watch your favorite shows is great except with a stuffy nose, painful cough and fever thrown in. Here are some quick tips to help you survive cold and flu season and save those sick days for when you really want to use them.

Get a flu shot

Each year some variation of three basic types of influenza will be the one to cause trouble. The flu vaccine is modified each year to protect us from the one strain experts believe will be the most widespread. Sometimes we might experience some discomfort or minor flu symptoms the day after the shot but it will protect you from the full-blown variety.

Wash your hands…often

Washing your hands will help keep those pesky germs away. Use soap and scrub for at least 20 seconds. Scrub like a surgeon would prior to surgery. Don’t forget between your fingers, backs of your hands and under fingernails too. Wash those hands multiple times a day.

Exercise

Regular exercise will keep your body operating in optimal form. Regular exercise helps keep your immune system strong and a healthy body equals a healthy mind too. Exercise will help you recover from cold and flu faster and make you feel better all year long.

Did we mention washing your hands?

It’s worth mentioning again. This is your first, last and best method of keeping away from germs especially if you work in a large office or use public transportation. You can’t control everyone else’s behavior but you can control yours.

Keep your home clean

Germs can hide in your home on all sorts of surfaces like countertops, desks, doorknobs and even your floors. Clean those things used the most daily. Clean floors weekly. For a deep, long-lasting cleaning, consider using a professional carpet cleaning service like Chem-Dry before flu season begins and afterwards too. Chem-Dry’s Hot Carbonating Extraction process has been proven to remove 89% of airborne bacteria and will remove those hidden germs, dirt and allergens in your carpets.

Our Counter top cleaning and Sanitizing or our Tile and Grout cleaning with our Sanitizer option remove 99% of the bacteria from these surfaces
Visit our website for more details at www.cdbythemillers.com or call us to make and appointment at 1-800-378-4030
We hope this tips will help keep you and your family safe and healthy this cold & flu season.
We Clean over 4000 locations each year!  Proudly serving all of Berks, Montgomery, Chester, Bucks, Delaware, York, and Lancaster counties including, but not limited to the following cities and towns: Reading, Ephrata, Lititz, York, Seven Valleys, Radnor, Wyomissing, Douglassville, Blandon, Avondale, Narberth,  Collegeville, Phoenixville, Schwenksville, Pottstown, Gilbertsville, King of Prussia, Blue Bell, E Norriton, Villanova,  Chester county including West Chester, Elverson, Downingtown, Bryn Mawr, Limerick, Wayne, Kennet Square,  Delaware county, and all of Bucks county including doylestown, Quakertown, Perkasie and surrounding areas,  All of the Main Line and more!

Thursday, November 1, 2018

Chem-Dry by the Millers Cold and Flu Season Tips

Cold and Flu Season Tips by Chem-Dry

Call us today to clean and Sanitize your Carpets, Upholstery, Tile and Grout, Granite countertops, Natural Stone, Dryer Vents.  Commercial or Residential!!

With our Carpet Sanitizer We Can help remove an average of 89% of bacteria from Carpets, 98% from Counter tops and hard surfaces, and 99% from urine in your carpets!!

Call 1-800-378-4030 to find out more details.  You can also visit www.cdbythemillers.com for more details.   



We Clean over 4000 locations each year!  Proudly serving all of Berks, Montgomery, Chester, Bucks, Delaware, York, and Lancaster counties including, but not limited to the following cities and towns: Reading, Ephrata, Lititz, York, Seven Valleys, Radnor, Wyomissing, Douglassville, Blandon, Avondale, Narberth,  Collegeville, Phoenixville, Schwenksville, Pottstown, Gilbertsville, King of Prussia, Blue Bell, E Norriton, Villanova,  Chester county including West Chester, Elverson, Downingtown, Bryn Mawr, Limerick, Wayne, Kennet Square,  Delaware county, and all of Bucks county including doylestown, Quakertown, Perkasie and surrounding areas,  All of the Main Line and more!

Chem-Dry by the Millers uses less Water! The Greener and Cleaner Solution to carpet cleanin!

Unlike most typical carpet cleaning solutions — which usually utilize a steam cleaning method — the Chem-Dry carpet cleaning process is one that is not only more effective, but also uses up to 80% less water than typical carpet cleaners. 
Why? It is a combination of the process and the cleaners that we use. Where typical steam carpet cleaning saturates carpets with soapy water, the Chem-Dry process uses millions of microscopic bubbles combined with powerful Hot Carbonating Extraction and a natural cleaning solution, The Natural® — which means we use less water and no harsh soaps or chemicals causing less stress on the carpet. The carbonation loosens and lifts the dirt, and our high-powered equipment then removes it. As an added benefit, this method also typically takes a lot less time to dry. 
 Another huge advantage of our low moisture process is the way that it protects your carpet in the long run. Through a faster dry time and less water collected at the base of the carpet, it reduces the risk of mold and mildew; this not only protects your carpet, but lessens the overall exposure of those allergens to your family. 
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When compared with steam cleaners, Chem-Dry carpet cleaning servicesprovide a solution that is not only more environmentally friendly, but which is more efficient, more convenient, and ultimately more effective.
Ready to Schedule a cleaning?  Call us today at 1-800-378-4030
You can also visit www.cdbythemillers.com for more details.   



We Clean over 4000 locations each year!  Proudly serving all of Berks, Montgomery, Chester, Bucks, Delaware, York, and Lancaster counties including, but not limited to the following cities and towns: Reading, Ephrata, Lititz, York, Seven Valleys, Radnor, Wyomissing, Douglassville, Blandon, Avondale, Narberth,  Collegeville, Phoenixville, Schwenksville, Pottstown, Gilbertsville, King of Prussia, Blue Bell, E Norriton, Villanova,  Chester county including West Chester, Elverson, Downingtown, Bryn Mawr, Limerick, Wayne, Kennet Square,  Delaware county, and all of Bucks county including doylestown, Quakertown, Perkasie and surrounding areas,  All of the Main Line and more!