When spring rolls around and our cars start taking on a yellowish tint from all the pollen, its easy to remember that allergy season has arrived. Unfortunately, many of us have allergens that are building up right in our own homes, making our families sick and feeling run-down. If your family is suffering from allergy problems, here are a few things you can do to protect them in your home: Cleanliness Probably the biggest gripe when it comes to housecleaning is the hatred people feel for dusting. However, this isnt just an issue... Read More

When your kids are growing up in a household, the adults around provide them with role models for future behavior. Oftentimes, when you look at an adults failed relationships, the failure can be traced back to their role models and how they were brought up. The relationships we develop as adults are often a mirror of the relationships we saw when we were growing up. If a child sees that you and your spouse dont respect each other, then they are more likely to grow up not respecting their spouse. Heres how you can model healthy... Read More

With high foot traffic and increased chances of a spill or tear, a business is the one place where a carpet truly gets tested. To ensure that you are not having to replace your carpet every six months to a year, you need a quality carpet cleaning company. With the number of businesses offering commercial carpet cleaning, its hard to know which to choose. To help you out, weve put together a checklist of what to look for when searching: Do they ask questions? While most of the questions will be coming from your side, they should... Read More

Its the dream of all of us Moms that well raise our children to be healthy, happy, and independent, so we can watch them head off to be responsible adults. But just like every mom wants to think that her child is smart and good-looking (arent they all?) we also tend to over-exaggerate just how independent they are. Heres a quick run-down of some major areas to determine how independent your kids really are: Basic Life Skills First off, lets talk about basic life skills. These should start as soon as possible. You dont want to go... Read More

Most people who get new carpeting are adamant about preventing spills and keeping it clean. Here are some easy-to-do tips to help you keep that new carpet looking new for as long as you have it. Vacuuming: Its good practice to vacuum your carpet once a week; however that may not be enough. To ensure that ALL of your carpet stays clean, vacuum high traffic areas daily. Doing so keeps the dirt or dust from collecting and soaking into the carpet. Speaking of vacuuming, make sure to spend extra on a quality vacuum cleaner. The... Read More

With so many brands and models of vacuums available, choosing the right one can be a bit difficult. Also, different vacuums will benefit different people, and their floors, in different ways. Depending on your needs, budget, and storage space, you can narrow your choices. Luckily, weve got you covered with a list of pros and cons, and where each vacuum should be used. In general, there are two types of vacuum: uprights and cylinders. Uprights are what you normally think of when it comes to a vacuum; its a taller, push style... Read More

If youre running an AirBnB, chances are youre earning income using your home as a vacation rental. Trying to keep that property booked? Nothing improves your chances better than good reviews. And nothing can kill a positive review faster than having a property that is not clean. With the summer vacation season on the horizon, here are tips for getting your AirBnB ready for renting: SimplifyThe first thing that you want to do is simplify the living space as much as possible so that you can clean more quickly during the gap... Read More

Believe it or not, another summer is right around the corner. And for you busy moms, many of you are already planning for your kids activities this summer so you dont have to hustle at the last minute. One of the best experiences you can choose for your child is to attend a camp, be it a day camp or an overnight camp experience. So, heres a rundown of some of the best camp activities you can look for in Denver depending on your childs special interests. Music is always a popular activity with kids, but if you want to move... Read More

Keeping your business clean is a great way to show your customers you care. Mopping, vacuuming, and dusting are all normal methods of surface cleaning, but what about the unseen areas? Cleaning your air ducts, for example, is just as important as cleaning what the customer sees. Air ducts are used for your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC). They help your business maintain a proper temperature while providing fresh air. That being said, because they draw air, they also draw dirt, pollen, dust, and other debris. ... Read More

Many of us were brought up with the mentality that we had to bury our emotions and not show them to outsiders because this was a sign of weakness. However, recent research has shown that doing this, especially when it comes to raising our children, can have a detrimental effect on those around us. Part of this conclusion comes from research on emotional intelligence (EQ), a term that is defined as the capacity to be aware of, control, and express ones emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically.... Read More