Black mold is common in areas on where were there is high humidity or in areas with moisture. Usually, they do show up on bathroom shower tiles, grout or floors and even on kitchen backsplashes. Initially, they will start showing up as small spots. But if you left them untreated, they will spread out.

Molds when left for granted do provide health risks at home. They are known to be associated with respiratory response like chronic coughing and sneezing. Other side effects are irritation to the eyes, mucus membranes of the nose and throat, rashes, chronic fatigue and persistent headaches.

Tiles and grout do really look unpleasant when black mold does show up, especially if your tiles and grout are using light colored tones. And unfortunately, some commercial products available on the market to remove them uses strong chemicals that could have potential side effects that can harm our health and also damage your tiles and grout when used too much.

Here at Able’s Carpet Cleaning Pueblo Colorado, we will give you a guide on how to create your own D.I.Y. mold remover that comes from combining bleach, baking soda and water. You will also need a scrub sponge and abrasive scouring pad.

For you to create the solution, you simply have to mix half a litter of water with a teaspoon of baking soda and 3 tablespoons of bleach.
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After mixing the solution, use the scrub sponge and apply the solution on the areas on where the black mold is abundant. Wait for a few minutes then rub it with the abrasive pad.
Once done, rinse the area with water to finally remove the black mold.

We hope that this can lessen your tile and grout cleaning worries.

Please call us or fill up our form if you need further cleaning of your tiles and grout.

Body lotions like Vaseline has many uses. In fact, body lotions are widely used that almost every bedroom or bathroom has it. But there are times that spills from this type of products do happen on a carpet. And often times when this happens, we’ll be running within our house to get a paper towel or worse, a toilet paper to scoop up the body lotion then leave the remainder of it on the carpet. Next thing you know is that you have a carpet stain already.
 
Here in Able’s Carpet Cleaning Pueblo Colorado, we don’t mind giving DIY tips to people. Because like you, we also have the burden to maintain the cleanliness of our home with little effort and spending as much as possible.
 
So below are the things you will need to clean you carpet from body lotion stains.

• A spoon or anything that can scoop the body lotion that got spilled on the carpet
• Rubbing alcohol
• Clean cloth
• 1 cup warm water
• 3 tbsp. warm water
• 1 tbsp. of dish detergent
• Spray bottle
• 1 tbsp. of hydrogen peroxide

 
Here are the steps to do it
 

1. Use the spoon or the scooper you have chosen to scoop up the body lotion
2. On a clean cloth, put some rubbing alcohol on it and blot it on the affected area on where the body lotion got spilled. Since that most body lotions are petroleum based, this will allow for the alcohol to break down the oil within the body lotion. Do this a few times to allow the alcohol to break the body lotion down thoroughly
3. Put the 1 cup of warm water and the dish detergent on the spray bottle. Make sure that the dish detergent is dissolved properly.
4. Spray the mixture that was made from step 3 on the affected area and let it sit for 5 minutes
5. Blot the excess dish soap and let the carpet dry for 30 minutes
6. Put 1tbsp of hydrogen peroxide and 3 tbsp. of warm water on the spray bottle
7. Spray the affected area with the mixture from step 6. Cover the affected area with a clean towel and let it sit for 30 minutes. Remove the towel then let the area dry.
8. Then try to see if the body lotion got removed completely. If not, repeat step 7 as needed.

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Most of the time, carpets are a fair choice to be used on home floorings because they provide warmth, suppresses sound and they are comfortable to walk on barefoot. But people haven’t realized that carpets also act as a giant filter for your home due to the traffic and abuse that it gets every day. They catch and hold considerable amount of dirt, dust and other particles that regular vacuum cleaning is will not be enough to remove it. It’s for this reason that your carpet needs to be professionally cleaned on a regular basis.
 
Here are the reasons why you need to hire professional carpet cleaner like us and how frequently you should do it.
 

• Soil removal from your carpet is needed to reduce wear and prolongs the life of your carpet. Using a regular vacuum cleaner will never be enough in removing soils and other particulates that are settled in deep on your carpet. Soil is an abrasive that slowly gets deeper into the carpet fibers as it’s walked on. And this slowly damages carpet fibers. If left untreated, this will wear out your carpet than it usually should. Hiring professional carpet cleaner like Able’s Carpet Cleaning Pueblo Colorado and using their specialized skills and equipment will remove soil and other materials on your carpet that regular cleaning methods cannot, making your carpet last longer and looking better for long periods of time.
• Removal of allergens, dust and pet dander. Besides the usual dirt and dust, carpets can also grab allergens and unwanted material from pets (if you have one). Getting a professional cleaner like Able’s Carpet Cleaning Pueblo Colorado will not only perform deep cleaning of your carpet but can also sanitize it. This will dramatically improve air quality, making you breathe easier without sneezing and sniffles
• Removal of stubborn stains of any kind. Stains are always a bane in a carpet. It’s an eye sore and for others, a sign that you take your carpet for granted. There are some ways that you can remove stains by yourself (either organically or with the use of chemicals). But usually, they only mask the stain. Nothing beats carpet stain removal like the professional carpet cleaner themselves. They have the proper equipment and the knowledge which approach is best to remove it. Every carpet stain removal is different from another. And with their proven experience, you can be sure that any stain can be totally removed on your carpet
• Carpet warranty compliance. Many carpet manufacturers require their carpets to be cleaned by professionals every 12-18 months to maintain its warranty. Carpet manufacturers also recommend the “hot water extraction” as the cleaning method of choice. The hot water extraction method of cleaning is common to any professional carpet cleaning service. Please contact us if you want to know more or if you want to avail this service
• Making your carpet smell and look fresh. You will only notice this after professional carpet cleaner are done with their work. Dirt that already settled on carpets do makes it darker. Professional carpet cleaners will always clean your carpets thoroughly. Meaning, it will not only clean the carpet bed but it will also clean its fibers. Resulting in a carpet that is shades lighter than before.

 
As a general rule, you should have your carpets cleaned by professional carpet cleaning service every 12-18 months. This helps your carpet to last longer and feel better. This also helps the occurrence of allergens circulating on your home and also the removal of stains that are difficult to remove by yourself.

Please call or fill up our form to avail our carpet cleaning services

Looking for a natural way to clean your couch or car upholstery? Well, we got the solution for you. In fact, this will also remove stains and help sterilize your upholstery too!
 
Please note that:
- We have only used it on microfiber couch and in the car.
- You might want to open your windows and doors before applying this cleaner to your carpets. At first, the smell of the cleaner is overpowering, but it will smell good once it dries up
- We recommend to apply the cleaner in a small inconspicuous place first to test the surface you want to clean for discoloration because we will be working with a mild acid and a disinfectant.
 
Now we proceed to the ingredients:
 
- Rubbing Alcohol
- White Vinegar
- 5 drops of essential oil that you like
- 5 drops of another essential oil that you like (optional)
- Glass/plastic spray bottle with fine mist option
- Funnel
- Sponge/dish towel
 
Here's how we do it.
 
1. Put equal parts of rubbing alcohol and white vinegar and combine them in the spray bottle. Use the funnel if necessary.

2. Add 4-8 drops of essential oil in the spray bottle. The smell from the essential oils will come out once that the vinegar part from the cleaner dries up, giving it a fresh scent. Use a glass spray bottle if you will be using citrus essential oil because it might eat away a plastic spray bottle.
 
How to use it:
 
***Once again, we recommend to apply the cleaner in an small inconspicuous place first to test the surface you want to clean for discoloration because we will be working with a mild acid and a disinfectant.***
 
1. Spray the DIY upholstery cleaner on the affected fabric generously and let it settle for 1-2 minutes but make sure that you will not let it dry.
 
2. With the use of the sponge or dish towel, scrub the affected part vigorously then allow it to dry. Repeat this step if needed to remove stubborn stains on your upholstery

Want some professional help your upholstery? Give us a call or fill up the form.

​One of the worst stains that you can get on your carpet is from paint, especially if you are the D.I.Y type of person. Unlike any other stains, paint is visible and will not fade easily. But don’t feel bad about it. Here’s a way on how to remove that ugly dried paint stain.

The materials needed for this task are:

- Spray bottle
- Plenty white cloth rags
- Putty knife
- Liquid dish soap
- Plain water
- Very hot water
- Carpet Shampooer
- Distilled white vinegar
- Vacuum cleaner

The ingredients below are needed for you to create your own dried paint stain remover.

- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp olive oil or melted coconut oil
- ½ tsp lemon juice
- 5 drops eucalyptus, lemon or orange essential oil

Simply mix all of the ingredients stated above until it turns into a loose paste.

Now we proceed to removing the dried paint stain on your carpet. Here are the steps to do it:

1. Use the white cloth rag to retrieve a small amount of the dried paint stain remover and apply it generously on the dried paint stain on your carpet
2. Let the dried paint stain remover settle for 5 minutes
3. Gently scrape up the loosened paint using the putty knife. Do this gently to prevent the tear up or pull out of carpet fibers. Then use a clean rag to wipe the edges of the putty knife to lift away the scraped paint stain
4. If the dried paint stain seems difficult to remove, wait for another 5 minutes and repeat steps 1-3 until you have removed all of the paint
5. Fill the spray bottle with hot water and add a few drops of the liquid dish soap. Swirl it gently for it to combine then spray it on the area on the stained area. But be careful not to spray excessively though because the carpet might get molds or mildew.
6. Dab the area using the white cloth rag to remove the dried paint residue. We recommended using white cloth rag because they do not transfer dyes back to your carpet. Do not rub the rag against the carpet so that the dried paint is transferred to the carpet effectively. Make sure that you always use the clean part of the rag as you work for it not to smear the paint back at the carpet

***If the D.I.Y. dried paint stain remover is not effective in scraping out the paint, you may use Goo Gone goo & adhesive remover***

To effectively shampoo the carpet:

1. Fill the carpet shampooer with plain water and use it to clean the stained area of the carpet. Repeat the suction passes slowly to extract as much moisture out of the carpet as possible. This will help rinse away the dried paint stain remover, soap or water left on the carpet.
2. Let it dry overnight or use a fan to speed up the drying process. Make sure that pets are out of the area
3. Once the carpet is dry, combine equal parts of very hot water and distilled white vinegar to your carpet shampooer tank and use it to clean the stained area. This will neutralize ammonia and dissolve any remaining residues on the carpet
4. Go over your carpet at a right angle to the direction you used to clean your carpet. Once again, work very slowly for you get as much moisture out as possible
5. Let the carpet dry overnight and vacuum the carpet thoroughly using a vacuum cleaner to fluff the fibers.

Need some professional help on removing stains on your carpet. Please call us or fill up our form.

Removing dirt, dust and hair that got stuck on your stairs are one of the dreaded cleaning rituals that any homeowner’s face. Stairs that have either hardwood or carpet will always track dirt every time someone walks over it.

It is important to learn the best ways to vacuum your stairs to further beautify your home and to keep your floor’s integrity. So we prepared some of the best methods that any homeowner can do or use on any type of material that is used on your staircase.

First we’ll discuss the tools that you’ll need.

1. Carpet Cleaners

If the dirt on your carpeted floors has settled already then it's time to consider a carpet cleaner. Finding one is easy because it uses the traditional method of deep cleaning plus most of them are designed by known vacuum manufacturers like Dyson and Bissell.

Carpet cleaners are typically larger than a vacuum but the way they operate are similar to each other as it has rolling brushes with suction, includes a dirt reservoir and can be plugged into a regular wall outlet. The difference between carpet cleaners and regular vacuums is that the former uses water to loosen dirt. So instead of a dirt reservoir, you have a water tank instead that filters the dirt.

Carpet cleaners also have the option to add carpet fresheners and other enhanced cleaning solutions to further rid of stains and any signs of dirt.

This makes carpet cleaners perfect for cleaning stairs because they usually offer accessories to easily clean hard to reach areas like banisters and against baseboards. But keep in mind that they are typically heavy and a bit challenging to maneuver.


2. Steam Cleaners

This is one of the modern methods of cleaning stairs because it combines all the best features of a vacuum cleaner and carpet cleaner plus improved mobility and ease of use. If you are looking for a steam cleaner, it would be better to consider a model that was proven to remove allergens, dirt and bacteria from your carpet.

The way they work is by heating the water inside their water tank and using it to remove dirt and stubborn stains. Another benefit of using steam cleaners is that you can use it on almost any type of flooring as long as you have the appropriate accessories for it. So using it on a carpeted stairs and then using it on a hard floored stairs should not be an issue.

Another benefit of using a steam cleaner is that it cleans your floors as naturally as possible. So if you have someone that suffers from respiratory illness or you have pets or children that are allergic to cleaning solutions then this is the best option.


3. Traditional vacuum cleaners

Still widely used by most households due to its ease of use and portability, traditional vacuum cleaners are still perfect for cleaning your stairs. It would be better to look for vacuums that offer accessories so that you can reach every area of your stairs. Vacuum cleaners with large brush heads usually come with telescopic poles and crevice attachments for it to clean the hard to reach areas.

Traditional vacuum cleaners work by suctioning dirt and grime but they won’t be able to match the effectiveness of a carpet cleaner or steam cleaner. Also, they are not recommended for harder types of flooring unless it has the needed accessory for use to possibly clean it.

But still, traditional vacuum cleaners are more affordable and can be used every day without the risk of exposing your floor to too much water.


4. Hardwood vacuums

Some homeowners prefer hardwood rather than carpeted floors because it is easy to maintain. If that is the case then a hardwood vacuum will be the best choice for you.

Hardwood vacuums are designed for any type of flooring besides carpet because their suction is designed to be as close to the floor as possible for it to remove the dirt. And most of the time, they are portable and easy to store. This makes them more affordable too. 

It would be better to look for a hardwood vacuum that has a wet function to mop your floor after you have vacuumed all of the dirt.


Next are the best ways to vacuum your stairs.

1. Remove large objects or debris. Because this will definitely clog your vacuum. You need to make sure that there are no obstructions on the path while you are cleaning to get the most out of cleaning experience as possible  

2. Focus on corners. Because this is where the majority of dirt resides particularly in between banisters. Use the nozzle attachment on your vacuum to clean the edges of your carpet.  

3. Clean the stair surface. You may use the nozzle attachment with a wider brush. Make sure you run the nozzle width-wise on stairs, as it’s far more time-efficient.  

4. Cleaning the stairs with a wet vacuum (preferred if you want to thoroughly clean your carpet or hardwood). Then repeat step 3. Make sure that let the floor dry for a few hours before it can be used.

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Tile grout cleaning is considered as one of the cleaning rituals that requires a lot of hard work. With a bit of elbow grease and using the typical things that you can see from your home like toothpaste, baking soda, white vinegar, hydrogen peroxide or acetone can make your tile grout super clean. Below are the ingredients and steps needed for you to create your own DIY detergent to use to whiten your tile grout.

• For toothpaste (to be used for white colored grouts only):

Apply the toothpaste on joints and it acts for at least an hour (or longer for stubborn stains) then rinse it with cold water. Dry with a clean cloth.

Toothpaste prevents impurities and bacteria deposit with its detergent, abrasive and antimicrobial content.

• For white vinegar:

Get a bowl and fill it with white vinegar until it's half full and add a tablespoon of dishwashing detergent. Mix them together. Then get a toothbrush and use it to rub the tile grout with the vinegar and dishwashing detergent solution. Let it dry and do not rinse.

Vinegar is a natural acid with antifungal properties. You can use 30 drops of lemon essential oil instead of dishwashing liquid. You may use a spray bottle to store the solution so that spray it directly on the tile grout.

• For lemon juice:

There are 2 different approaches to using lemon juice.

Get a coarse salt and mix it with the lemon juice until it turns into a paste. Then use a cloth or toothbrush to apply the mixture on the tile grout. Let it settle for 10 minutes then rinse. Rust can be also removed by this mixture.
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Boil 250ml of water. Get a lemon and cut it in half. Put the 2 halves of lemon in the boiled water. Let it settle for a few minutes for it to infuse. Then rub the solution on the tile grout. Make sure that the solution will remain hot while you rub it on the tile grout.

• For chlorine (be careful on this one to avoid skin exposure as much as possible):

Do this in a well ventilated room. Use gloves and goggles (to avoid accidental exposure of yourself). Prepare a mixture of 50% chlorine and 50% water in a container. Then transfer the solution into a spray bottle. Spray the solution on the tile grout and leave it a few minutes (for deep cleaning effect, you may leave it overnight). Then rinse the tile grout using a wet toothbrush thoroughly.

• For baking soda:

​To make a thick paste out of this, get a fair amount of baking soda and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar then mix it. Use a toothbrush to rub the mixture on the tile grout and leave it for 10 minutes. Then rinse thoroughly.

• For acetone:

First, use gloves on this because of its toxic nature. Pour the acetone on a piece of cloth then rub it on the tile grout. Make sure you dampen the cloth frequently because it is very volatile.

You may use hydrogen peroxide to clean the tile grout further. To do this, use a piece of cotton wool and soak it on the hydrogen peroxide to clean the tile grout.

You may contact us for our tile and grout cleaning services. Please call or fill up our form to get your free quote and bonus coupon.

Imagine yourself walking in your living room and then you noticed an odd patch mark on your carpet. Then you took a closer look and... surprise, its dog urine.

We know dog urine on your carpet is unpleasant, regardless of what type of pet you have and how much you love them. Much more if you left it for too long because it can seep through the carpet, leaving an ugly stain and bad odor on your carpet.

You can hire a carpet cleaning service to sort out your pet's mess at the carpet. But to others, calling them is not an option. Also there are others who would like to avoid chemical solutions as cleaning products.

So we came up with a DIY dog urine remover and deodorizer that uses less chemicals with the ingredients readily available on any shops.

Here are the ingredients of the dog urine remover:

- 2 cups of hydrogen peroxide
- tsp of baking soda.
- 1 tsp liquid dish soap

Here are the steps to make the DIY dog urine remover:

- Pour all of the ingredients in a bowl and stir it until the baking soda has dissolved
- Pour the solution on the dog urine patches and allow it to completely dry
- Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any excess of the solution

Here are the ingredients for the DIY carpet deodorizer:

- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 10-15 drops of essential oil that you desire (this will give the desired fragrance of the carpet deodorizer)

Just sprinkle all of the carpet deodorizer ingredients on the carpet then let it sit for 15-30 minutes. And then use a vacuum cleaner to remove any excess of it.

Hope this helps and have a nice day.