Powerhouse Cleaners Certified Firm

Powerhouse Cleaners is now a Certified Firm

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is proud to announce that Powerhouse Cleaners Co. , Woodinville, WA recently has qualified as a Certified Firm. This company has met the following IICRC criteria:
• Agrees to uphold honesty, integrity, and competency in all dealings with consumers.
• Maintains appropriate licenses, permits, and bonds.
• Carries adequate insurance coverage at all times to protect consumers and employees.
• Maintains a customer complaint procedure for resolving issues.
• Establishes and maintains a professional attitude in conducting business.
• Seeks, provides, and promotes training and continuing education in the firm to enhance technician proficiency.
Tom Hill, IICRC Executive Administrator, states Powerhouse Cleaners Co. is an example of the type of company that cares about their customers, their quality of work, and their industry. Powerhouse Cleaners Co. has demonstrated the desire to provide customers with thorough, professional, and caring service.
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is the foremost authority in certification and standard setting for the cleaning, restoration, and inspection industry since 1972. With over 41,504 certified technicians and over 4418 certified firms representing eleven countries, the IICRC is the leading resource for trained floor covering inspectors, interior textile care, hard surface, and restoration professionals. By administering a strict process of certification, the IICRC provides a means by which consumers can receive the highest quality of service from trained, knowledgeable, professional technicians.
Powerhouse Cleaners Co. joins the ranks of the true professionals within the cleaning, restoration, and inspection industry. The IICRC welcomes Powerhouse Cleaners participation within the cleaning and restoration industry.

Selecting a Carpet Cleaner

How to select a Carpet Cleaner

Price – If an advertised carpet cleaning price sounds too good to be true – it is! Often carpet cleaners advertise a low price just to get their foot in the door. Use common sense, a low price usually equates to low quality for any product or service. Legitimate business people have legitimate expenses they must cover, including license, taxes, insurance, employee wages, and benefits, and quality tools of the trade. A professional carpet cleaner who must cover all of these business expenses and make a profit to stay in the business cannot afford to drive to your house for $5.95, much less clean a room of carpet when there.

Quality - Never should the price of cleaning services be the sole criterion for selecting a carpet cleaner. A price that sounds high may not be a signal of a rip-off. In all professions, quality work deserves a quality price.

Truth in Advertising – Read the fine print in advertised specials to find out exactly what the price includes, and request a firm price in writing before the work begins.

Training - Professional cleaning firms require management and employees to engage in formal training in a variety of cleaning disciplines, and these educational efforts will be ongoing. Consumers should ask about the formal training background of technicians who will be cleaning their carpet. Ask if the cleaner is operating according to the IICRC Cleaning Standards. Request to see a copy of this industry-prescribed document.

Certification – Professional firms require Certification of technicians through such certification organizations as the IICRC or through comparable franchise or independent training and testing organizations. Never hesitate to ask for proof. Ask to see the cleaner’s certification card, business license, and insurance certificate.

Experience – The years of experience a firm has, combined with formal training programs, contribute significantly to the experience and proficiency of its employees. Ask the cleaner which method of cleaning will be used and the advantages and disadvantages of this method compared to other methods.

Knowledge - Professional firms employ and train technicians who have the ability to answer basic questions regarding carpet performance and maintenance, as well as spotting and cleaning. Technicians must be courteous and willing to take the time to thoroughly explain the cleaning and to answer all questions. The consumer should never feel pressured.

References - Consumers should ask for references from previous customers, and they should consult friends and business acquaintances about the reputation of the cleaning firm they are considering. Do not hesitate to call the Chamber of Commerce and the Better Business Bureau.

Trade Associations - Professional cleaning firms are members of regional or national trade associations or other organizations that promote high ethical standards and continuing education. Look for trade association logos in advertising.

Effective Vacuuming

Tips on Selecting a Vacuum

~Upright vacuum cleaners are generally more efficient than canister models.

~A top-load vacuum works more efficiently than a bottom load.

~The vacuum cleaner head should be equipped with a beater bar or revolving brush. This mechanical action separates the carpet fibers and lifts the soil for vacuum removal. This duplicates the agitation of beating the rug on the clothesline.

~A dual-motor vacuum, utilizing one motor to operate the beater bar and one for the vacuum, is most efficient.
~The cleaning objective is to remove as many particles and biopollutants as possible, not to redistribute them into the air to settle back into the carpet and furnishings or be absorbed into the respiratory system. Vacuum cleaners equipped with high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filtration systems trap tiny particles.

~Disposable paper bags are recommended over cloth bags. Cloth bags can become clogged with soil, reducing air flow through the bag.

~Replace the beater bar and brushes as they become worn.

~Have blower fan blades replaced as they abrade.

~Replace worn or cracked belts.

Remember - vacuuming, more is better. You cannot over vacuum a carpet.

Do Away With Dirty Carpets

How to Do Away with Dirty Carpets

Frequent, thorough vacuuming is the most important step in a carpet cleaning maintenance program. For carpet cleaning, vacuuming more is better. Routine vacuuming enhances the appearance and prolongs the useful life of carpet by lifting the fibers and removing harmful particulate soil.

Proper vacuuming also helps create a healthier indoor environment by removing pollutants such as dust mites and their feces, discarded human skin cells that mites feed upon, mold spores and other biological contaminants collected in the carpet.

Successful vacuuming requires time, proper technique, and effective equipment.

You cannot over vacuum a carpet!

For more tips and information visit our website at PowerhouseCleanersCo.com


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Powerhouse Cleaners New Website

Powerhouse Cleaners has a New Website!

Powerhouse Cleaners Co. has a recently updated website with a new refreshing design to better serve customers.

Powerhouse Cleaners' home page is featuring the Rotovac 360, which is a new tool Powerhouse Cleaners is using. This IS the ultimate carpet cleaning machine.
Powerhouse Cleaners is also now accepting PayPal payments, one of the few in the carpet cleaning industry that does accept PayPal.
We are also offering a spring cleaning coupon on our website.

Please check back on Powerhouse Cleaners website for new coupons & information.

Powerhouse Cleaners Services

Services of Powerhouse Cleaners

Powerhouse Cleaners only uses biodegradable products for a safe cleaning experience.
For the sake of your investment, we use products that are VOC Compliant to ensure you that Powerhouse Cleaners will not do any damage to your carpet or furniture nor harm your children or pets.

Powerhouse Cleaners Company uses state-of-the-art equipment and tools to clean carpets, upholstery, area rugs, autos, RV's, boats and even air ducts from forced-air furnaces.

Carpet Cleaning
Upholstery Cleaning
Air Duct Cleaning
Auto/Boat/RV Interior Cleaning
Rug Cleaning
Pressure Washing
Commercial Services