Our steps in steam cleaning carpets

We ask our customers to Vacumm upon our arrival..Removal of all dry soil is very important. IICRC studies have shown that up to 97% of soil within a carpet is dry soil. Simply said, wet dirt equals causes mud.If needed to be done by us there is a charge of $5.00 per area.

Initial inspection – During this step your technician will conduct a thorough analysis of your carpet.

Pre-treatment – Your carpet is then pre-treated with a high PH soil lifter that breaks down spots, dirt, etc.

Aggitation – The pre-treatment is then groomed deeply into the carpet using a grandi groom, further breaking down residue.

Rinse – “Steam Cleaning” One of the major concerns that keeps our potential customers apprehensive is either a past experience or the experience of a friend or family member complaining about reoccurring spots. Even worse is the countless stories of those victims who’s carpet look even dirtier than before they had them cleaned. This emphasizes the importance of neutralization. When studying the chemistry behind the cleaning chemicals we use one come to understand PH levels. Alkali, what is used during the pretreating step will not stop cleaning until it is neutralized. If it is not neutralized it will continue to clean the bottoms of your shoes and the dust in the air until it is absolutely filthy. It’s this reason why these horror stories always state that the carpet looked beautiful when the technician left the home but looked terrible just days later. Neutralization is key to proper carpet cleaning and carpet longevity.

Deodorizor (optional) – Lack of vacuuming, high traffic, pets, spills, cooking, smoke, etc. are all things that can and probably will cause odors to be trapped and matted into your carpet fibers. When wet the carpet may begin to release these odors but luckily this can be avoided. Our deodorizing line includes bacteria eating enzymes to completely remove, not mask, these odors.”Free”

Scotchgard (optional) – Scotchgard is a protective coating that provides an invisible armor to your carpet and upholstery fibers. Scotchgard is famous for not allowing spills to penetrate the surface of your carpet or upholstery and shielding against microscopic razorbladelike dirt particles from damaging the fibers. $15.00 per area

Tile&Grout

1. Pre-treat tile and grout
a. Alkaline based degreasing solution is mopped on
b. Cleaner is allowed to dwell for up to 20 minutes
c. This loosens accumulated soil, grease, contaminants and topical residues
2. Power scrub surfaces
Special surrogated brushes agitate the grout lines as well as the tile surface.
Edge Cleaning and baseboard cleaning are done at this time
3. Turbo rinse
Tile and grout is rinsed using pressure heated water .
All water, cleaning solutions and contaminants are captured and extracted away
in one process.
System is completely fluid controlled with no over wetting of any other surfaces or areas .
5. Speed dry/inspection
Remove any remaining water on floor
Place high powered air movers to dry tile and grout lines
Inspect surface for any staining. Spot clean any stains found
6.(optional ) Grout Preservation System Pigmented grout sealer is applied Creates a water proof barrier to prevent future stain Makes routine maintenance easier

Upholstery Cleaning

Pre-Inspection-
Our technician will perform special tests to determine the content of your fabric. The content will determine what type of cleaning solutions and techniques will be used. In addition, we will point out any potential permanent stains or areas of concern. We will give you an evaluation of expected results.

Area Preparation-
We will prepare the area where the upholstery will be cleaned to protect your surrounding furnishings.

Pre-Vacuum-
All textiles should be vacuumed thoroughly before cleaning. This step will remove dry soils and any loose particles from cracks and crevices.

Pre-Treat & Pre-spot
Depending on your fabric, a special solution designed for your fabric type and the soiling condition will be applied to “emulsify” the soil. Any potentially difficult spots will be pre-treated with special solutions to increase chances of removal.

Soil Extraction and Rinse-”Steam Clean”
The soil is then extracted from the fabric with a gentle, controlled rinse with a special upholstery extraction tool.

Fabric Protection Applied- (Optional)
Most of our clients know the importance of having a fabric protection applied. We use a quality fabric protector on your fine furnishings.

Post Cleaning Inspection-
Our technician will review the cleaning results with you to insure that your expectations have been met or exceeded.

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How to remove ink stains from leather

by admin on October 5, 2009

Did you find a pen mark on your leather purse? Did a pen leak in your leather jacket pocket? Have you found a pen ink stain on your leather couch? Pen ink will stain leather and the pen marks will remain visible on leather for years. But there’s no reason to leave that ugly ink stain on your leather couch, leather purse or leather jacket! Learn how to remove pen marks and ink stains from leather!

Things You’ll Need:
Isopropyl Rubbing Alcohol
Cotton Ball
Leather Conditioner
Soft Cloth

Step 1 DAB SOME ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL ON A COTTON BALL: Purchase some Isopropyl Alcohol (rubbing alcohol) and pour some of the alcohol on a cotton ball.

Step 2 PERFORM A SPOT TEST ON THE LEATHER: Whenever removing a stain from leather or any other delicate fabric or surface, you should always perform a spot test to ensure that you do not discolor or otherwise damage the leather. So apply some alcohol to an inconspicuous location and let it sit for 10 minutes. You should not have any problems; once this spot test is complete, move on to step 3.

Step 3 REMOVE THE INK STAIN FROM THE LEATHER: Using an alcohol soaked cotton ball, rub the ink stain using a circular motion. This makes cleaning ink marks from leather fairly easy; the ink should come off pretty quickly.

Step 4 USE LEATHER CONDITIONER TO CONDITION THE LEATHER: Once the ink stain is removed from the leather couch, leather jacket, leather purse or other leather item, you’ll want to use some high quality leather conditioner to restore moisture and shine to the leather.

WARNING: Before making any attempts to remove spots, always test fabric for colorfastness first by applying a small amount of the cleaning solution or chemical on a hidden or unnoticeable area. The tips listed here are NOT guaranteed to work in every case and may have a negative affect. When using any chemical or liquid on fabric you should PROCEED WITH CAUTION. If you are unsure as to how your carpet or upholstery might be affected you should call Extreme Steam a Miami Carpet Cleaning Company and we’ll take care of the problem.

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How to clean natural fabrics

October 5, 2009

Although automatic washing machines and dryers have removed much of the misery of doing laundry, someone still has to sort it, load the clothes into the washer, select detergent and water temperature, move the clothes to the dryer, fold the dried clothes, and press some garments. In other words, it’s still a chore.
The multitude of [...]

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A heavy-duty floor cleaner

October 5, 2009

Here’s a recipe for a solution that will remove extra-tough dirt and grime from asphalt, glazed or unglazed ceramic tile, concrete, flagstone, and slate floors:
Mix 1⁄4 cup low-sudsing, all-purpose cleaner; 1 cup ammonia; and 1⁄2 gallon cool or cold water. Caution: Wear rubber gloves, and work in a well-ventilated area when using this powerful solution.
Apply [...]

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Vacuuming tips to prolong the life of your carpet

October 5, 2009

Vacuuming is where most people start when maintaining their carpeting. That, then, is where we’ll start this article on carpet-cleaning tips. But it isn’t where the article will end. We’ll present all sorts of guidelines for cleaning, removing stains, and dealing with various other problems.
For now, though, we’ll get to the basics:
Carpets need to be [...]

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HOW TO REMOVE GUM

October 5, 2009

With a dull knife or the edge of a spoon scrape away as much of the gum as possible. Vacuum up the bits of gum that you were able to loosen. This step alone may take several attempts. Next, rub the gum with a piece of ice and continue to scrape the gum out of [...]

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TIPS FOR REMOVING COFFEE & TEA STAINS AND CLEANING COFFEE SPOTS

October 5, 2009

To remove fresh tea and coffee stains containing cream from washable fabrics: A combination stain is one that contains substances of both a greasy and nongreasy origin. Treat the stain first for the nongreasy portion, using cool water and detergent. Rinse the spot thoroughly and let the material dry. Then sponge the remaining greasy part [...]

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TIPS TO REMOVE COSMETICS

October 5, 2009

Many cosmetics can be most successfully removed with products made specifically for their removal, i.e. fingernail polish remover. If such items are not available to you then you might try the following:
Apply a liquid detergent directly to the stain if the material is washable, or dampen the stain and rub synthetic detergent or soap into [...]

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TIPS ON HOW TO REMOVE INK STAINS AND CLEAN INK SPOTS

October 5, 2009

Ink uses moisture, in this case, ink; as a vehicle to spread. It must be properly handled and cleaned. Always use caution and remember these helpful tips:
1) Be sure, as you clean, to work from the outside of the stain towards the center. Keep it as dry as possible in order to prevent the stain [...]

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TIPS FOR REMOVING PET & URINE STAINS

October 5, 2009

Pet stains can change the color of your carpet if allowed to stay very long.
Always sponge such stains promptly with cool water. This simple treatment will remove many of them. Or soak them with cool water for 30 minutes or more. Some may need to be soaked overnight. After sponging or soaking, work undiluted liquid [...]

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