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  1. Integrity in your Sacramento Carpet Cleaning

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    Integrity.  Merriam-Webster’s dictionary defines it as “adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values”.  We here at The Specialists hold ourselves to a very high standard.  What does that mean for you and your Sacramento area home?  Let’s take a look. Availability and honesty.  We are here to help. Whether it is on the phone or in your home, we work diligently to provide …Read More

  2. Oriental rugs, should they be cleaned in home or in shop?

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    What is the difference?  Let’s take a look at each of them and their differences. In Home Cleaning.  When you want an Oriental rug cleaned in your El Dorado Hills home it is absolutely possible, with a few very notable exceptions. Is the rug on wood floor? If yes, we will need to either have another area to clean it in your home or we are unable to clean it. We do not want to damage your wood…Read More

  3. Is it a cold or allergies in Sacramento?

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              Is it a cold or is it allergies?  That seems to be the big question, especially this time of year. With all the plants blooming and pollen levels rising, it can be difficult to figure out if you have allergies or simply, a cold.   Let’s take a look at the key differences. If you have a cold you can exhibit the following symptoms: A fever. It can occur with a very bad cold. Body…Read More

  4. Fall time and your Sacramento Area carpets.

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    As we head into the fall season, we think of pumpkin spice everything and crisp evening air, gathering with loved ones. But what about our carpets?  Here are a few ways to show your Sacramento area carpets some love as well. Thoroughly vacuuming your carpets on a regular basis. This is super simple and will help keep them fresh.   Need a new vacuum?  Click here to see our very own Joy give 3…Read More

  5. Seeing white knots in your Sacramento Oriental rugs

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    What are these white dots/knots showing up in my  Sacramento rugs?  Having a hand knotted rug, you do not think that you would actually see the knots. But guess what? They will start to eventually show through.  Let’s talk a bit about knots in your rug and why it is happening. These knots, that are generally white, so they are most noticed when exposed in darker colors.  They are a very comm…Read More

  6. Sealing the grout in your new El Dorado Hills area home!

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    Did you know that we seal new homes granite and grout?  Call us today and protect your new investment!  Here are a few tips about your Granite and Grout in your El Dorado Hills home. Did you know your grout is porous? This means it needs to be sealed to help repel stains.  Sealing your grout isn’t a guarantee of no stains, but it will give you some time to clean it before a stain can set.  …Read More

  7. One of our most commonly asked questions.

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    Have you ever looked down as your freshly vacuumed carpet and saw about a 2-inch dark band-like line around the edge of the carpet?  That is what is known as a filtration line.  This is one of our most common questions we get.   Let’s take a look at what it is, what you can do to combat them as well as a few preventative measures you can take to keep your El Dorado Hills carpets looking thei…Read More

  8. Removing the dry soil from Oriental rugs in Sacramento

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    Dry soil is the most common soil type found in your Sacramento rugs.  There has been testing that says 75% or more of total soil found in your rugs.  While you may think that spills are the most damaging (and it can be in many cases) dry soil can scratch, cut and severally damage your rug fibers. So, what is dry soil?  It is simply that, dry dirt and contaminate that work their way into the fib…Read More

  9. What to look for in a Carpet cleaner

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    When you have someone come to your El Dorado Hills home, you want only the best customer service.   Here at The Specialists we take your satisfaction very seriously. We work hard to make sure your carpet, tile and grout, stone, upholstery and Oriental rugs are treated with 5-star service.   From the moment you call in we work hard to give you outstanding service. When looking for any cleaner t…Read More

  10. Maintaining your El Dorado Hills tile, grout and stone work.

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    Your tile and grout or stone work in your El Dorado Hills home is a large investment and of course, you most certainly want to maintain that value.  Here are a few simply ways to help keep your tile and grout or stone work in El Dorado Hills looking its absolute best. First and foremost is the routine maintenance.  This is a crucial step to keeping it look its best.  Here are some simple mainte…Read More