What is the best thing to clean your carpet with?

• <div><p>Carpets do best with non-abrasive cleaning solutions either purchased at the store or made at home. You can apply solutions of salt, water, vinegar, or baking soda to your carpet <b>or</b> choose a carpet-safe cleaner. Never mix the two. In between deep cleans, vacuuming twice a week should do the trick for a clean carpet.</p><p> </p></div>

How can I remove skunk spray odor?

• <div><p>If you or your pet are unlucky enough to enrage a skunk during extraction, don’t douse yourself in tomato juice—it only masks the odor. A more effective way to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-get-rid-skunk-smell-your-home.htm">get rid of skunk smells</a> is with a hydrogen peroxide solution which you apply to skin, pet fur, or clothing. </p></div>

Does hairspray remove ink from carpet?

• <div><p>Yes, hairspray can remove ink from carpet, but <a href="http://scienceline.ucsb.edu/getkey.php?key=2043">only because it contains alcohol</a>. Alcohol is the solvent that dissolves the active ingredients in hairspray, which makes hairspray behave similarly to rubbing alcohol when applied to a stain. </p></div>

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Q: Why does my carpet still smell like pee after cleaning?

• <div><p>If the chemical compounds that make up pet pee haven&rsquo;t been properly neutralized, the smell of urine can be reactivated with water and linger even after cleaning. You may also notice a remaining pee smell in carpets if the urine has soaked down to the carpet padding, which is more difficult to access and clean than the carpet itself.</p></div>

Q: How do you sanitize and deodorize carpet?

• <div><p>One way to sanitize and deodorize a carpet is to use a cleaning solution made from one part vinegar and two parts warm water. After you vacuum, spray the solution on parts of the carpet that smell, being careful not to oversaturate it. Let the solution sit for 15 to 20 minutes before you perform your normal carpet sanitation routine.</p></div>

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If I could give this zero stars I would. He was paid 44k to demo and redo a building to turn into a house for my parents to live in. The project was not completed. His workers as well as himself showed up not even half the time and not for nearly the amount of time they said they’d be. The work...
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10 out of 10. Will you absolutely be telling my other friends and family to use this plumber? He was great, perfect professional. just all around wonderful job
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Justin and his crew were professional timely and curtious during the entire project. Roof removed and replace on two buildings. Work quality was excellent.
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Reviewed in March 2019
Good service, timely, and very prompt.
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Air Scrubbers Air Duct Cleaning LLC

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Serving Ellington, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"It worked out okay, except that I would have anticipated, the cost just gets more. They always find those things, so it starts at $99 and end up spending $300 or $400. People tell me they always find mold inside your air duct, so they have to put a chemical. They call it a total cleaning as opposed to the regular cleaning which I paid for. What they did seemed to have worked. I have suspicions about when they find other things. "

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Semo Carpet Doctor, LLC

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Serving Ellington, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

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"We use this company exclusively. We call them, and they come out right away. They are honest and don't overcharge for anything. They do an excellent job. I think they are the best."

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All American Moving Company

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In business since 2013

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Pro Clean Service, LLC, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

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Dustpan Divas

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Serving Ellington, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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Dustpan Divas is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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24/7/365 The Handyman and Maiden Services

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24/7/365 The Handyman and Maiden Services is your local company, family owned and operated. Proudly serving those who serve and have served we offer first responder, military, senior and veterans discounts. Attention to detail, customer service and customer satisfaction are our top priorities. Prompt, professional, reliable, honest and friendly service provided. Please call to schedule your appointment today.

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Wilson Contracting & Painting

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Wilson Contracting & Painting with over 25 years experience and generations of knowledge. We provide the best quality services in the home improvement industry. Wilson Contracting & Painting is a locally owned and owner operated business taking great pride in providing quality work at the lowest cost. Allow us to show you how our commitment to personal service and expertise will help you with your home improvement goals. We stand behind our work years after the work is complete.\nPlease contact us today to realize your vision with all your home improvement needs\n

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Carpet Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Carpets do best with non-abrasive cleaning solutions either purchased at the store or made at home. You can apply solutions of salt, water, vinegar, or baking soda to your carpet or choose a carpet-safe cleaner. Never mix the two. In between deep cleans, vacuuming twice a week should do the trick for a clean carpet.

If the chemical compounds that make up pet pee haven’t been properly neutralized, the smell of urine can be reactivated with water and linger even after cleaning. You may also notice a remaining pee smell in carpets if the urine has soaked down to the carpet padding, which is more difficult to access and clean than the carpet itself.

If you or your pet are unlucky enough to enrage a skunk during extraction, don’t douse yourself in tomato juice—it only masks the odor. A more effective way to get rid of skunk smells is with a hydrogen peroxide solution which you apply to skin, pet fur, or clothing.

One way to sanitize and deodorize a carpet is to use a cleaning solution made from one part vinegar and two parts warm water. After you vacuum, spray the solution on parts of the carpet that smell, being careful not to oversaturate it. Let the solution sit for 15 to 20 minutes before you perform your normal carpet sanitation routine.

Yes, hairspray can remove ink from carpet, but only because it contains alcohol. Alcohol is the solvent that dissolves the active ingredients in hairspray, which makes hairspray behave similarly to rubbing alcohol when applied to a stain.

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