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Tobacco and Cigarette Smoke Odor Removal

After years of smoking in a home, walls and contents become blemished and develop bad odors.

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What Is Green Mold and Is It Dangerous?

Mold comes in many textures and colors, but they all have a few things in common — they grow in moist areas, they feed on organic matter, and can pose a threat to your health.

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Can My Carpet and Pad Be Saved after a Flood?

After a flood, many homeowners and property managers wonder if their carpet and pad can be saved.

How to Get Moldy Smell out of Carpet
How to Remove Musty Smells from Carpet

Musty-smelling carpets are both unpleasant and dangerous.

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Sewage Backup Causes and What You Can Do

Black water is floodwater that contains contaminants and viruses that present severe risks of illness.

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Can Air Purifiers Remove Household Mold Spores?

Mold is a common nuisance in many homes and properties.

How Do I Protect Hardwood Floors from Water Damage?

Water is the biggest enemy of hardwood floors.

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What is that Smell? How to Remove Unwanted Smells in Your Home

There are many possible reasons why an unpleasant smell lingers in your house.

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Holiday Lights Safety Tips

There’s something magical about lights during the holiday season.

PuroClean Restores a Fire-Damaged Home in Nashville, IL

A retired couple recently called PuroClean for fire remediation.

Have a Safe Thanksgiving with These Fire Prevention Tips
Have a Safe Thanksgiving with These Fire Prevention Tips

Thanksgiving Day is one of our most important celebrations, but did you know that it’s also the leading day for home cooking fires? [...]

Fireplace Safety Guidelines
Fireplace Safety Guidelines

If you enjoy the occasional fire in your wood-burning fireplace, keep in mind that heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fires during the winter months.

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PuroClean’s Clean Start Program vs Standard Janitorial Services

As companies prepare to reopen and welcome back their employees, customers, clients, and others, they have to reconsider how they clean.

Coronavirus Home Cleaning Tips
Home Disinfection Tips: The Right Way to Disinfect

According to the CDC, cleaning frequently touched objects and surfaces helps prevent the spread of respiratory diseases like the coronavirus.

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Guidelines for Coronavirus Cleaning

Coronavirus are a large family of viruses that are common in people and many different species of animals, including camels, cattle, cats, and bats.

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Coronavirus – 7 Frequently Asked Questions Answered

What is Coronavirus? “Coronavirus” is an umbrella term for many types of viruses.

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Tips to Remove Mold from Washing Machines

Washing machine mold, which is typically found on the rubber gasket of front-loading machines, is a common household problem.

How to Restore Hardwood Flooring After Water Damage

As in all water-related incidents, time is crucial.

How Do I Dry out Walls After Water Damage?

After an event that causes water damage in your home, not only would the floors be affected, but often the walls are as well.

How To Clean and Get Smoke Damage Out Of Clothes After a House Fire

In the aftermath of a fire, it’s important to take immediate action to save your home and its contents.

10 Ways to Prevent Water Damage in Your Bathroom

A lot of water is used in bathrooms, so chances are that some of that water could make its way into walls and floors, causing water damage.

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