FAQs on Cleaning Services in Virginia Beach & Chesapeake

For answers to questions about Master Kleen's ability to clean carpetstile & grouthardwood floorsarea rugs, and more for homeowners and business owners within our service area in Virginia, read these FAQs. We also offer maintenance tips for proper upkeep of vehicles, homes, offices, carpets, rugs, tiles, and more. When you need our help, reach out to Master Kleen today!

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How often carpet should be cleaned?
To keep carpets clean regular vacuuming is necessary. It's normally once or twice a week. For liquid spills, spot cleaning should be done immediately. Apart from them, a professional carpet cleaning service is required at least once a year.
What is the best method for carpet cleaning?
The most common and famous carpet cleaning methods are- hot water extraction, dry cleaning, and shampooing. Choosing the most suitable one will depend on the carpet type, how dirty is the carpet, and other factors.
What are the benefits of expert carpet cleaning?
With the restoration of the carpet's look and indoor beauty carpet cleaning improves surrounding air quality. It also eliminates odor from the mat, eliminates harmful allergens, and prevents color fading, and damage in the fibers. That ultimately enhances the carpet's lifespan.
Should I vacuum before professional carpet cleaning?
Yes. It's highly recommended to vacuum carpets before that. The benefits of them are better, easier, and faster cleaning.
What's the difference between cleaning and resurfacing floors?
The objective of cleaning is to remove the dirt and stains from the surface. On the other hand, resurfacing is the process that adds a new layer of finish. It restores the damaged floor and gets back pre-damage state.
Is hardwood floor cleaning safe for children and pets?
YHardwood floor cleaning can be safe for pets if harm-free ingredients are used for cleaning. By avoiding ammonia, and chlorine bleach and using plant-based ingredients, diluted detergents will keep the floor harmless for kids and pets.
How long do hardwood floors need to cure?
A minimum of 24 hours should be waited to walk on the hardwood after resurfacing. For extra safety, wait for 48 hours and then put the furniture on the floor. Regarding oil-based finishes, you should give it 4 days. For the complete hardening, it will take a couple more days.
How long does professional tile and grout cleaning take?
The cleaning duration for tile and grout ranges from a few hours to 24 hours. However, depending on the size of the tiles and room it will vary.
How can I clean tile and grout myself?
For cleaning tile and grout make a paste of baking soda and water. Leave it overnight and clean the tile and grout the next day using a stiff brush. Another mixture can be applied. That's made using dish soap (one tablespoon), baking soda (1/2 cup), and hydrogen peroxide (1/4 cup). Apply it to the grout line and wait for 5 to 10 minutes before rinsing with warm water.
Is the DIY method for rug cleaning a good option?
It can be a cost-effective option but somehow also risky since there's a chance of health hazards because of using harsh chemicals, color fading, and damage to the rug fibers. Without proper tools and experience it's better not to clean rugs this way except for regular vacuuming and maintenance.
What are the signs that rugs need cleaning?
Dirty, smelly rugs require immediate cleaning. You should call for expert help if the stains are hard to clean, the rug's color is fading, visible wearing and tearing, rough texture, and the presence of allergens is explicit.
What is the process for countertop restoration?
The countertop restoration begins with an assessment followed by cleaning, repair, sealing, buffing, and polishing. After them comes the removal of stains, enhancing color, modification of the countertop's size, and finally inspection.
Can I restore my countertops myself?
For some certain conditions, it's possible. But, for the best results and considering the other factors such as saving time and money, and expansion in durability through the right technique it's better to contact a professional team.
What are the benefits of expert upholstery cleaning?
This service restores the furniture's beauty, extends its lifespan along eliminates the harmful elements and bad odor from them.
What types of upholstery fabrics can be cleaned?
Most of them are cleanable such as the ones made of synthetic fabrics, natural fabrics, leather, microfiber and olefin, cotton, etc. Make sure you pick the right cleaning product by checking the label on the respective furniture.
What is the best way to clean natural stone surfaces?
Using a non-wire brush would be a wise approach. Also, avoid abrasive and acidic cleaners that can harm the stone. If you are going to apply something new for cleaning, test that on a small part first to know the effects.
How often stone surfaces should be cleaned?
The standard gap between two cleaning intervals is six months. Apart from that, regular maintenance helps retain the durability and gravity of the stone surfaces.
Can all carpets be color-restored?
No, whether a carpet's color can be restored or not is determined by the fiber from which that's made. Carpets made of nylon and wool can be color-restored but for polyester and olefin, it can't be said the same.
How long will the restored color last?
It can last for years. But, depending on the use of dye, foot traffic, maintenance, and care the duration will vary.
Is spot dye repair permanent?
Yes. This is permanent and also resists fading in the carpets.
On what fabrics spot dying is possible?
For natural fabric like silk, cotton, wool, linen, etc. it works the best. For acrylic, polyester, or acetate it's quite challenging.
Why choose Master Kleen as a reliable service provider for cleaning services?
The cleaning company has more than 30 years of daily field experience. It has IICRC-certified technicians on the team. Run by veterans the company guarantees 100% satisfaction.