Vancouver Cleaning Service: Apartment - Condo - House Cleaning Service Vancouver, BC

C-Suite Cleaning Service - Vancouver

2011-10-15T23:48:00.000-07:00

Are you happy with your current cleaning service?

C-Suite Cleaning Service - the professionals' and executives' choice.

MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service has added a new division, serving the needs of C-Suite Level executives.

providing detailed residential cleaning services.

equipped to serve with trained and experienced staff.

quickly gaining the trust of Vancouver's leading Professionals and C-Level Execs to provide quality cleaning service on a daily, weekly, monthly or one-time basis.

Trust us to take the cleaning and other mundane stuff off your hands. Tell us your needs and we'll be there. Once signed on to our program you'll get exclusive access to a team who will be available on short notice.

Housekeeping and errand services

Corporate Apartment Cleaning Services

Move in cleaning service

End of Lease cleaning services

Visit us online, for more info click here Email is our fastest contact point.

Office Cleaning Service
Post Construction Cleaning Service

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How Often Should I Clean Hardwood Floors?

2011-09-12T14:49:00.000-07:00

This varies, depending on your household and the square footage of your wood floors. Kids, pets and environment all contribute to wear on your floor. That said, Bona recommends cleaning as often as possible. Keeping your floor free from dirt and dust helps prevents scuffs and scratches. A clean floor is a longer lasting floor.

•Use proper tools to clean your floor – a mop paired with a machine washable, microfiber pad for dusting and cleaning. Electrostatic action attracts dirt, microparticles and common household allergens.
•Avoid using water and vinegar, soap-based cleaners, wax or steam cleaners on your hardwood floors. Vinegar and water actually dull the floor’s finish over time, while soap and wax leave residue. Steam cleaners put heat and excessive water on your floor, which can lead to cupping and long-term damage.
•Regular dusting and cleaning keeps hardwood floors looking new. But protective mats can further your floor’s life. Use natural rubber rug underlayments with a waffle pattern in entry ways or high traffic areas, and use felt floor protectors on furniture.

Move in/ Move out Cleaning services - stove before n after

2010-08-17T23:10:00.001-07:00

Got baked on stuff that just won't come off no matter how hard you try? Secret? Wipe off any spills after each use.

It takes longer to clean - when it looks like the photo on the right. 2hrs to be exact!

BEFORE

AFTER

Cleaning Tip: Odor in my garbage disposal

2010-07-17T10:47:00.000-07:00

How can I get rid of that awful odor in my garbage disposal? (garburator)

Odor in your disposal comes from clinging residue that hasn't moved through but is still in the garburator rotting - which can very quickly grow a high bacteria count especially meats.

A garburator that does what it's designed to do shouldn't smell.

Here's what to do:

Run lots of water -- lots. You'll want to flood the chamber so it forces the scraps and fragments against the walls and blades, really flushing the unit out. Once clean and flushed it won't smell. You can also add in vinegar or baking soda or grind some citrus peels.

If your garburator has stunk for awhile, best to clean and disinfect the rubber drain baffle.

Do not put in your garburator:

Chicken bones

Banana peels

Corn Hucks

Celery

Bacon fat - greasy materials -- potential clogs

Gravy

Broiler pan drippings

Anything greasy down the garburator - make sure to follow it up with cold water for at least 1min to keep any fat solid enough to be swept away.

MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service, Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam

We need your votes! Best Cleaning Service Vancouver: MOP-n-BUCKET

2010-06-29T02:14:00.000-07:00

We have always liked reading The Georgia Straight’s BEST OF VANCOUVER issue. It’s a great place to find out about interesting new products and services. It would certainly be rewarding to see MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service recognized in the issue.

To vote, simply log on to: http://www.straight.com/bov

We thank everyone that voted for us this year. Your help and support is much appreciated!

Best Regards,

MOP-n-BUCKET Team

Housework Can Wait - a poem

2010-06-28T06:54:00.000-07:00

HOUSE WORK CAN WAIT

Come in, but don't expect to find All dishes done, all floors ashine.

Observe the crumbs and toys galore.
The smudgy prints upon the door.

The little ones we shelter here
Don't thrive on a spotless atmosphere.

They're more inclined to disarray
And carefree even messy play.

Their needs are great, their patience small.
All day I'm at their beck and call.

It's Mommy come! Mommy see! Wiggly worms and red scraped knees.

Painted pictures, blocks piled high. My floors unshined, the days go by.

Some future day they'll flee this nest, And I at last will have a rest!

Now you tell me which matters more, A happy child or a polished floor?

~~ Author Unknown ~~

MOP-n-BUCKET: Just for Fun - June 2010 The "Retired Pirate"

2010-06-21T15:22:00.000-07:00

Once there was a retired pirate who went to visit his brother. He knocks on the door, his brother comes out and says, "Oh my gosh, what happened to your hand !?!

The pirate said - "I lost it in a sword fight, but now I have a hook."

"well what about your leg?" brother enquires.

-"a cannonball hit it, but now I have a peg leg."

Then the brother said, - "So tell me, what happened to your eye?"

-"just a little dust...", the pirate answers.

-"How could you lose your eye by just getting some dust in it?"

-"It was my first day with my hook!"

Health-friendly Cleaning

2010-05-01T07:33:00.000-07:00

Great article From Stealth Magazine

You may not realize it, but your house is hazardous to your health.

Insect droppings, dust mites, spoiled food -- all can contribute to a plethora of health problems. In fact, germ guru Charles P. Gerba, Ph.D., a professor of microbiology at the University of Arizona in Tucson, says you're more likely to get sick going home than nearly anywhere else in your life (except maybe hospitals).

Common household items such as vinegar mixed with dishwasher detergent will clean your windows without the use of harsh chemicals.

What's scarier is that the cure for a dirty home can be worse than the problem as we attack germs with enough toxic chemicals to make the EPA shudder. Green Seal, a nonprofit environmental standards organization, estimates that cleaning products contribute approximately 8 percent of total nonvehicular emissions of volatile organic compounds, or VOCs. These can cause eye, nose, and lung irritation, as well as rashes, headaches, nausea, asthma, and, in some cases, cancer.

View full article here

MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service in Vancouver, also servicing household cleaning needs in Coquitlam, Burnaby and Richmond. Call us for your one time cleaning service needs - move in, or move out, regular cleaning service offered - weekly, bi-weekly or monthly.

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http://wwww.postconstructioncleaning.ca/ - Post Construction Cleaning Service - final & detail cleaning of your completed projects.

Post Construction Cleaning Service Vancouver|Burnaby|Coquitlam

2010-03-06T20:12:00.000-08:00

Post Construction - Renovation Cleaning Service in Vancouver. MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service offers:

•Residential
•Commercial buildings
•Multi Unit townhouses
•Apartment buildings
•Shopping & Strip Malls

MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Services is a must when preparing your new home or renovation for occupancy. We clean your site so that you simply move in and start living not cleaning.
NO JOB IS TOO BIG FOR US. from 18,000 sq.ft single houses to 108 unit townhouses to 35 level high rises.

We have the manpower and flexibility to get your post construction cleaning needs done on time!

MOP-n-BUCKET understands how the needs of our customers can differ. Whether commercial cleaning or residential cleaning – whether it’s office cleaning in Vancouver or house cleaning service in White Rock - MOP-n-BUCKET "Cleans House".

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Vancouver Window Cleaning Service:

2010-02-21T11:32:00.000-08:00

A-PRO Window Cleaning Service: Specializing in Commercial/residential window cleaning, 2-stories and under.

Our Services
Simply stated, we treat our customers and our employees like family. That’s our difference. You want timely, reliable service from someone who really cares about your satisfaction and who has pride in their work. With A-PRO Window Cleaning®, that’s precisely what you’ll get. Some of the benefits of choosing A-PRO Window Cleaning® include:

Commercial & Residential; Interior & Exterior
Customized cleaning programs
Fully licensed, insured, professionals
Guaranteed customer satisfaction

We are genuinely pleased to offer the most professional and consistent service in the industry to our clients. Our cleaners have the pride of ownership, and that pride reflects in our work. Every time. Day in and day out.

Let us show you that A-PRO® is…

Professional: A-PRO window cleaners are licensed and insured
Reliable: Year-round cleaning schedules
Flexible: Compliance with your corporate billing procedures
Specialized: Serving buildings up to three stories
Easy to work with: No written contract required
Detail oriented: Right down to the corners of each pane
Locally Owned: And serving your neighborhood

Major Cleaning Time - Spring Cleaning is just around the corner

2010-02-21T08:30:00.001-08:00

With SPring fast approaching, MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service is helping local homeowners by taking some of the stress out of cleaning.

Master Cleaners from MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service are offering tips on how to break down the cleaning of your home.

For many people, the tasks seem daunting, perhaps even overwhelming.

Here are some tips that will help make the job easier, from MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service.

STEP 1. HAVE ALL SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT READY

CHECKLIST OF EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

• VACUUM WITH POWER HEAD AND ATTACHMENTS
• VACUUM BAGS
• MICROFIBRE MOP
• BROOM
• DUST PAN
• BUCKET
• TOILET BRUSH
• STEP STOOL
• HANDLED DUSTER
• COTTON CLEANING RAGS
• MICROFIBRE CLOTHS
• GENERAL PURPOSE CLEANER
• GLASS CLEANER
• TILE AND GROUT CLEANER
• PAPER TOWEL
• S.O.S. OR SCRUBBIE PADS
• WOOD CARE PRODUCTS (YOUR CHOICE)
• OVEN CLEANER
• GARBAGE BAGS
• WHITE VINEGAR
• CHLORINE BLEACH (JAVEX)
• SEVERAL PACKING BOXES
• CLOTHES HAMPERS
• LARGE “YARD” TRASH BAGS

STEP 2. TURN OFF FURNACE
Major cleaning will stir up dust. You do not want the furnace moving it around the house. This is a good time to replace / clean your furnace filters.

STEP 3. DO ONE ROOM / AREA AT A TIME
Start up high and work your way down through the house. Dust and dirt falls. Don’t start cleaning until you do step 4. (top to bottom, left-right, which ever direction you choose as long as you end up where you started)

STEP 4. PICK UP, SORT OUT, THROW AWAY
Once you have decided on the first room to clean, follow this step carefully.
You cannot clean around clutter and extra “stuff”.
Begin by removing everything from the room except large furniture.
As each item comes out, decide its fate:

Throw away items should be bagged or boxed for garbage, recycling or charity and placed to go out.
Items that are for keeping can be placed into laundry hampers.
You will clean these items after the room is cleaned – as you place them back in.

STEP 5. FOLLOW A SYSTEM TO CLEAN THE ROOM
With all the stuff out, you are ready to clean the room.
Start up high. (top to bottom)
Move around the room in one direction. (left to right, and end where you started)

Use the broom to get at cobwebs.
Always clean floors last. Starting from the furthest back - and end up at your exit door.

These tips are provided as a public service by MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service.

Busy Professional? No time to Clean? Vancouver Cleaning Service Available

2010-02-06T21:14:00.000-08:00

Having a cleaning service nowadays isn't a luxury anymore. As we try to balance our busy lives and get more out of our leisure time, hiring some cleaning help is becoming more common.

An occasional cleaning service ensures your house will be given the care that you might not have the time or inclination to provide. And having a consistently clean house helps prevent insect infestations, clears clutter (a potential fire hazard), and helps to provide a healthy environment.

STRESS LESS - PLAY - LIVE BETTER

What price the liberty to enjoy an evening out or to be able to come home and relax at the end of a high-pressure day instead of having to do housework?

Let MOP-n-BUCKET do the cleaning for you!

Visit us online at: http://www.mop-n-bucket.com/

Tel: 604-779-2504

Vancouver Realtor: Cleaning Services

2010-01-27T20:12:00.000-08:00

MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Services loves to work with realtors. We offer many cleaning services specifically geared to meet your needs!

With the current market conditions, MOP-n-BUCKET understands that your properties need to stand out. We have several services you can utilize for new home buyers, sellers or property management.

Be a cut above.

MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Services excel at making every one of your closings a great experience for your clients. Buyers not happy at walk-thru? Offer to have their new home cleaned, they will never forget how you saved the day. Sellers overwhelmed by the pressure of a move? Relieve their stress by having their home cleaned and you will have clients for life. We offer affordable rates to real estate agents and your gesture is sure to leave a lasting impression on buyers and sellers in this competitive market.

Our Realtor Cleaning Services are below:

House cleaning

Window washing

One-time cleaning to get your listing "show ready"

Maintenance

Move in/out cleaning

Foreclosure Cleaning

Pre-Closing Cleaning

All of our work is guaranteed and we are licensed, insured and covered by WCB. Call us to schedule your FREE ESTIMATE today at 604-779-2504.

Trust your cleaning services to the experts at MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Services. For more information on our construction clean-up services please request a free estimate. Or feel free to call us at 604-779-2504. We will be happy to answer all of your questions.

Vancouver Residential - Power - Pressure Washing Service

2010-01-27T19:50:00.000-08:00

Vancouver's #1 Source for light duty Power Washing, Pressure Washing, House Washing and Deck and walkway Washing Service.

Our Power Washing technology combines your house-hold water with our environmentally safe cleansers which not only clean the surface, but also resist future mildew growth. The Power Washing cleansers we use are perfectly safe for all flowers, lawns and shrubs. A high-pressure water rinse follows the cleansing process to remove any excess dirt, grime, mold, mildew, weather marks, oxidation, loose or flaking paint and other contaminants. Pressure Washing is important for removal of excess debris.

Our staff of highly trained and experienced Power Washing and Pressure Washing personnel take every precaution to make sure that each power washing process goes smoothly and without damage. Proudly serving Vancouver, BC Kitislano, Point Grey, Dunbar communities, East Vancouver - Mount Pleasant, Douglas Park Communties.

• Satisfaction Guaranteed • Licensed and Insured

Our Process is perfect for cleaning the following:

Wood siding, decks, awnings and gutters.

Stone buildings, patios and driveways.

Aluminum, vinyl and steel siding.

Concrete/brick floors, walls, pavers and buildings.

CALL: 604-779-2504

Vancouver Office Cleaning Service: Vancouver, Burnaby

2010-01-18T17:57:00.001-08:00

VANCOUVER - BURNABY OFFICE & COMMERCIAL CLEANING SERVICE by MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service.

In the highly competitive business world of today, a clean office is a must. Trust our highly professional cleaning team to make you and your business look good; you will never be embarrassed again when a client walks through the door!

Your office represents your company, your employees and gives the first impression to any client who walks in through your office door. MOP-n-BUCKET Office Cleaning Services will make sure that your office is one that you are proud to show customers, employees and business partners. All the benefits at a very reasonable price. To learn more about our office cleaning services and to get a free estimate, call 604-781-7131 NOW!

MOP-n-BUCKET Office Cleaning Service - provides office cleaning services in Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam for companies of all sizes. Trust our professional expertise to tailor an office cleaning program to meet the needs of your company. We will have a thorough discussion about what kind of office cleaning that you want, and any area of concern or priority.

You will no longer worry about cleaning your office, you can concentrate on your business; we will take care of the cleaning. You will have complete control over the services we provide: We’ll make suggestions with our cleaning expertise but you will have the opportunity to select services that best fits your needs. We will clean according to your schedule and cater to your office needs and preferences. We use the best, latest and greenest office cleaning supplies out there so you do not have to worry about the quality of our service or toxicity of cleaning supplies. MOP-n-BUCKET office cleaning services are completely guaranteed!!!

With our thorough and reliable cleaning service you will be able to host customers and business meetings with pride and confidence. Presenting a clean business environment is also a great morale booster for your employees. We do the work, leaving you to concentrate on the business. A clean and organized workplace will reflect your company’s ideals of perfection, organization and discipline and will make an everlasting first impression on that new customer or business partner.

Call us now! Whether your company requires daily, weekly, monthly, or one‐time cleaning service, we will customize an office cleaning service schedule that is specifically geared for your business.

From halls to reception areas to cubicles to bathrooms, Office Cleaning Vancouver's Services has the resources and expertise to the provide you cleaning services that meets your needs.

Our cleaning staff are highly trained and we put special emphasis on security as well as cleaning. Our managers will constantly supervise and inspect the staff to achieve 100% customer satisfaction. Our staff will show respect for your building and secure it at the end of each shift.

Let MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service tailor an office cleaning program to meet your firm’s needs. Presenting a clean business environment is paramount to impressing clients and customers and improving morale among your employees. Our expert office cleaning staff will provide your company with a worry- free way of maintaining a professional atmosphere day after day. Whether your company requires daily office cleaning services for your building, or a weekly or monthly service, we will customize an office cleaning program specifically geared for your business. From reception areas to restrooms, Office Cleaning Vancouver has the resources and expertise for cleaning your office building and getting the job done right the first time. We do the work, so you can concentrate on your business.

Here are some of the office cleaning services that we provide:

• Cleaning of baseboards, light fixtures
• Blind cleaning and window washing
• Thorough cleaning of kitchen and lounge areas including sinks, counter tops, microwaves, refrigerators and toasters
• Complete floor maintenance
• Restroom cleaning and disinfection
• Trash removal, collection and recycling
• Cleaning of air condition vents
• Vacuuming
• Dusting of floors and surfaces
• Stair and elevator cleaning
• Sensitization of all restrooms
• Wiping and disinfection of light switches, telephones and doorknobs
• Cleaning of entrance, foyer, reception areas and halls
• Post construction cleaning
• Move in/move out cleaning
• Steam carpet & upholstery cleaning (outsourced)
• Pressure washing

WE ARE INSURED & COVERED BY WCB

Vancouver 2010 Cleaning Services

2010-01-18T14:55:00.000-08:00

For the duration of Vancouver 2010 Olympics - MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service has expanded it's cleaning scheduling to Sunday till 10pm

We are booking well in to the evenings for the month of February. If you are seeking cleaning services for your short term rental for change overs please contact our office as soon as possible.

Kind regards,

MOP-n-BUCKET Team

Move in/ Move out Cleaning services Vancouver/Burnaby|Coquitlam

2010-01-02T18:43:00.000-08:00

MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service: Move in/out cleaning Service.

Let's face it - for most of us, cleaning isn't whole lot of fun.
Isn't there something else you'd rather be doing?

MOVE OUT / IN CLEANING SERVICE
If you are moving in or out of your property and need a thorough deep clean why don't you give us a ring and ask for our Move-In/Move-Out cleaning service..
Book this service with us and you can rest assured that every square inch of your property will be professionally cleaned and polished. Don't forget that our service is fully guaranteed and insured.

Please note that the Move-In/Move-Out Cleaning does not include carpet cleaning (steam or shampooing); only vacuuming.

Entry/Hallway/Stairs:
1.All areas dusted/remove cobwebs
2.Closets cleaned
3.Shelves/cabinets (inside/out)
4.Fingerprints removed from door frames
5.Fingerprints removed from switch plates
6.Dusted light fixtures
7.Mirrors cleaned
8.Trash emptied
9.Windowsills cleaned
10.Baseboards dusted/wiped
11.Floor vacuumed/washed

Living, Dining, Office:
12.All areas dusted/remove cobwebs
13.Closets cleaned
14.Shelves/cabinets (inside/out)
15.Fingerprints removed from door frames,
16.Fingerprints removed from witch plates
17.Dusted light fixtures
18.Wash one set of patio doors windows
19.Mirrors cleaned
20.Trash emptied
21.Windowsills cleaned
22.Baseboards dusted/wiped
23.Floor vacuumed/washed

Bedrooms
24.All areas dusted/remove cobwebs
25.Closets cleaned
26.Shelves/cabinets (inside/out)
27.Fingerprints removed from door frames,
28.Fingerprints removed from switch plates
29.Light fixtures
30.Mirrors cleaned
31.Trash emptied
32.Windowsills cleaned
33.Baseboards dusted/wiped
34.Floor vacuumed/washed

Kitchen:
35.Clean interior/exterior of refrigerator freezer shelves, drawers, egg racks, ice trays, door, handle, top, vacuum coils
36.Clean stove top, drip pans, under burners, under range top, grill, oven racks
37.Clean interior/exterior of cabinets, shelves/drawers
38.Clean countertops, tile and grout
39.Clean sinks, disposal, polish chrome
40.Clean trash compactor
41.Remove cobwebs
42.Wash window above kitchen sink
43.Fingerprints removed from door frames
44.Fingerprints removed from switch plates
45.Dust light fixtures
46.Baseboards dusted/wiped
47.Floor vacuumed/hand washed

Bathrooms:
48.Tub/shower, shower doors cleaned and disinfected
49.Tile walls and bathtubs cleaned and disinfected,
50.Clean soap dishes & wipe down towel bars
51.Clean doors and around door frames
52.Sink cleaned and disinfected
53.Counter top cleaned
54.Polish chrome
55.Clean and disinfect toilet, tank, seat/lid, paper holder
56.Dusted light fixtures
57.Remove cobwebs
58.Mirrors cleaned and shined
59.Wipe down outside and inside cabinets and drawers
60.Clean Medicine Cabinet
61.Baseboards dusted/wiped
62.Floor vacuumed/hand washed

Laundry/Utility Room
63.Dust walls and remove cobwebs
64.Washer, around rim
65.Dryer, lint trap, around rim
66.Shelves/cabinets (inside/out)
67.Counters cleaned
68.Dust light fixtures (if reachable)
69.Baseboards dusted/wiped
70.Floor vacuumed/washed

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Swine Flu Cleaning Procedures for home or office space

2009-11-08T08:22:00.000-08:00

MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service, Recommendation For Cleaning Procedures During Swine Flu Outbreak -

All staff should be wearing gloves for all cleaning procedures.

- Wipe and disinfect the front entrance door handles.
- Wipe and disinfect all door handles.
- Wipe and disinfect all phones.
- Wipe and disinfect all cabinet handles throughout the building.
- Wipe and disinfect all levers and turnable devices in the building.
- Wipe and disinfect all keypads.
- Wipe and disinfect all light switches.
- Wipe and disinfect all public pressable buttons.
- Wipe and disinfect all computer mouse devices.
- Wipe and disinfect all desks and workstation tables.

This program is designed as the first line of defense against cold and flu that leads to poor productivity and employee sick days.

P.S. Don`t forget constant hand washing prior to placing on gloves and after.

MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service Favorites - Music to listen to...

2009-11-01T23:57:00.000-08:00

Studies have show that listening to music while working can improve performance and helps complete tasks more quickly. Here's a list of our favorites tunes:

Another One Bites the Dust - Queen
Come Clean - Hillary Duff
In the Bath - Edie Brickell
Scrub a Dub - Eric Hansen
Talk Dirty to Me - Poison
Wipe Out - Surfaris
Into the Groove - Madonna

Best of all, it puts us all in a better mood to scrub the sink... to serve and to clean again :D

Visit us online:

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http://www.downtowncleaningservice.com

http://www.mop-n-bucket.com

http://www.postconstructioncleaning.ca

Don't mix these cleaning products

2009-10-18T20:20:00.000-07:00

For a clean bill of health avoid these toxic combos.

Rust remover and all-purpose cleaner: When paired with the oxidizing agents in the cleaner, the acid-based rust remover, which contains sodium hydrosulfite, releases sulfur dioxide, a pungent gas that irritates the eyes and the nose.

Tile cleaner with bleach and all-purpose cleaner: Ammonia-based cleaners emit noxious gases when coupled with the sodium hypoclorite ingredient in bleach. Wheezing and coung ensue.

Dishwashing liquid containing ammoniea and automatic-dishwasher detergent: Adding a squirt of dish soap when the gel runs low isn't a smart shortcut. The amonia in the soap and the bleach in the gel create toxic fumes.

Philippines Flood: Metro Manila Flood Typhoon Ondoy 2009

2009-09-29T16:54:00.000-07:00

It’s clear to see that the flood was caused mainly by the spill from the dam and not the rains on that date. Occassionally Philippines do get that type of rain but it doesn’t rise to that high level. I don’t know anything about dam operation but I suggest it has to be reviewed and investigated.

Are there any flow control so that water release can be regulated? Was there negligence on the way it should be released? Is the monitoring process of water level in the dam includes weather forecast monitoring so that when forecasted heavy rains comes the expected water volume is calculated and if it exceeds the maximum water level of the dam an early release could be done ?
If Angat dam operators had released water days earlier , could we have averted this disasters?

Calling authorities please do something.

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A repost from JM

A SENATE INVESTIGATION IS IN ORDER!!!

The recent flood is the very unfortunate result of both natural and man made calamities. The release of excess dam waters was done without thinking of the consequences. it is both a criminal and insane act.

“The Angat Lake created by the Angat dam is the main potable water supply source of the Metro Manila Area. However this water when in over abundance, due to very heavy rainfall, is also the cause of widespread flooding, deaths, and accompanying misery affecting not only the provinces of Bulacan and Pampanga but also the Metro Manila Area. This happens everytime the dam water reaches its maximum height and the spilled water races down through the gullies and streams to the east of the dam and this rampaging water joins the water of the Marikina river system multiplying the floodwater volume of the Marikina River system thereby causing rapid increase in the volume of floodwater in the Marikina Valley. This happens everytime very heavy rains overfills the Angat water reservoir. The solution to this problem is the construction of water diversion/power generation tunnels to divert excess water towards the east emptying into the Pacific Ocean. It will also generate power. It is not enough that the excess water is emptied into the heavily populated areas, i.e, Bulacan, Pampanga area,Marikina Valley, as it definitely will cause multiple death and destruction downstream. Diverting the excess water to the east will save so many lives as the east side is relatively sparsely populated and at the same time generate power for electricity. The Government of the Republic of the Philippines must consider this as a permanent solution to the recurring problem of flooding in the central Luzon area and Metro Manila.”

I’m sorry for encroaching into your space but I do not know where to start. Please think about the opinion I expressed above. You may freely share this thought with your friends, hoping that someday, the people criminally responsible for the release of Angat dam water, on the morning of 26 September 2009, shall face the bar of justice. An in-depth study and analysis of google maps and wikimapia maps will prove my point. Better still, a short helicopter trip tracing the path of the floodwaters will verify this matter. The evidence left by the rampaging flood water will trace it back to its source and is difficult, impossible to erase.

Cleaning Service for your short term rentals

2009-09-23T23:48:00.000-07:00

Vancouver Cleaning Service: MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service. We are professional, reputable, respectable, and honest.

We want to earn your business if we could be of service to you in between move outs/ins of tenants - and if you have any questions or comments, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Education is key when hiring the right cleaning service. Our passion is to be the most trusted cleaning company. We’ll do the job right, we’ll back up our work and we’ll do it with a smile!

All employees’ are insured and uniformed. No rouges will show up at your jobsite. Most important we do not sub contract any of our work to other companies or sub trades.

Please visit our website at: http://www.mop-n-bucket.com/ for more information.

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GRAVE Cleaners in Vancouver

2009-09-23T00:11:00.000-07:00

When you can't visit the grave site of your loved one as often as you'd like, either because of distance, lack of transport, infirmity or ill health, then let Grave Cleaners & Beautification Service look after it for you.

View their services at: http://www.gravecleaners.com

A Brief History of the Vacuum Cleaner

2009-09-01T21:55:00.000-07:00

Ives W. McGaffey is credited with inventing the vacuum cleaner. The brainchild of McGaffey was developed in a Chicago basement. The patent was obtained on June 5, 1869. He called it the "Whirlwind." It was a wood and canvas machine operated by hand.

In 1901 a civil engineer by the name of Hubert Cecil Booth of England invented and patented the first successful vacuum cleaner. Booth's machine was the first to use suction with a filter bag to clean carpets. Prior to his invention compressed air was used to blast dirt and dust away from the carpet. If used inside these machines would merely stir up the dust and eventually it would settle back down to where it had been.

Booth's vacuum cleaner was so big it was drawn by horses and had to be operated by four to six people. The large apparatus stayed outside the customer's home. The noise from the cleaner was so bad that it often scared horses passing by and Booth was often sued. This did not stop the success of his machines. In 1903 the well-to-do women of the day would throw vacuum cleaner parties. Guests would sip tea and lift their feet as uniformed attendants vacuumed the home. A visit would cost around four dollars.

The first "portable" electric vacuum was invented in 1905 by Chapman and Skinner in San Francisco. It weighed 92 pounds. Because of its size it did not sell well. In 1907 James Murray Spangler, a janitor in a Canton, Ohio department store, unhappy with the carpet sweeper he used on his job, was convinced it was the cause of his cough. Using spare parts - including an 18-inch fan motor, soapbox, broom handle, and a pillowcase - he developed quite a contraption. Spangler worked on his invention, improved it and received a patent in 1908, and formed the Electric Suction Sweeper Company. One of his first customers was his cousin, whose husband was William H. Hoover. Hoover actually bought the patent for the machine from Spangler. The Hoover model O weighed only forty pounds; it was the first to use both a cloth bag and attachments. Hoover developed positive agitation in 1926.

James Dyson introduced the Cyclone model 1000, the first bagless dual cyclone machine. Between 1978 and 1993 he built 5000 prototypes before he perfected his Dual Cyclone machine. In May of 2001 Dyson had 29% of the vacuum cleaner market by volume.

In April 2001 Eureka announced a robot vacuum cleaner. Since then several companies have marketed robot vacuum cleaners. Since 1869 the vacuum cleaner has evolved into advanced computerized machines. It takes a stretch of the imagination to think about what the future holds for these machines that are a vital part of cleaning professionally!

1858 Carpet sweepers were introduced in the United States; cleaning was done entirely by a rotating brush, which was activated by the wheels; there was no suction.

1869 Ives W. McGaffey obtained a patent for the first hand pumped vacuum cleaner in the United States. Developed in his basement in Chicago it was a contraption made of wood and canvas. It was known as the "whirlwind", manufactured and sold by the American Carpet Cleaning Company. It had suction, but did not have a brush roll.

1875 First cleaner developed that had both suction and a brush roll, utilized a hand crank for power to drive both the fan and the brush.

1901 Hubert Cecil Booth invents the first successful vacuum cleaner. It is the size of a milk float, operated by four to six people.

1905 The first portable electric vacuum invented by Chapman and Skinner in San Francisco. It weighed 92 pounds and used a fan 18 inches in diameter to produce suction. Because of its size it did not sell well.

1906 James Murray Spangler invents the first domestic single-operator upright vacuum cleaner.

1907 William Henry Hoover produces the first commercial bag-on-a stick upright vacuum cleaner.

1912-1915 Axel Wenner-Gren in Sweden collaborates with Lux to produce the first cylinder cleaner-Lux 1(later Electrolux).

1912 A vacuum cleaner nicknamed the "Grasshopper" was one of Jim Kirby's early designs. It was a non-electric cleaner design to serve households in rural areas.

1930's The first plastic vacuums hit the market and headlights were added to some of the fancier models.

1955 Re-useable paper bags first introduced.

1969 The first self propelled vacuums debuted.

1970 Hoover introduces carpet care control with height adjuster on upright cleaners.

1983 James Dyson introduces the "Cyclone" model 1000 cleaner, the first bagless dual cyclone machine.

2001 Prototype robotic cleaners for domestic use are introduced.

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Sources:

Discover.com

Ideafinder.com

Sciencemuseum.org.uk

Inventors.about.com

149.5 TIPS & TRICKS ON CLEANING

2009-08-13T08:33:00.000-07:00

Cleaning BBQ Grills

2009-08-06T22:51:00.000-07:00

The best time to clean a grill is right after cooking, when the grill is still warm but not hot. Take a piece of aluminum foil, ball it up, and use it to scrub grill.

Greasy, encrusted bbq grill

Make it hot, hot, hot! Crank up the heat of burners to the high position. Wait until the maximal temperature has reached the top of the thermometer. If you have no thermometer or other temperature readers, simply wait 5 minutes as it is the time that it takes to reach the maximal temperature. Then shut everything off and open the lid of the barbecue to proceed in cleaning up the grill of the barbecue.

Then use a wire brush to clean off.

Are you living in CHAOS? - MOP-n-BUCKET: Vancouver Cleaning Service can help!

2009-07-29T18:47:00.000-07:00

Are YOU living in CHAOS?(Can't Have Anyone Over Syndrome)

Do you feel overwhelmed, overextended, and overdrawn?
Hopeless and you don't know where to start?

Don't worry friend, MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service has got you covered.
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Removing paint off carpet: Water Based Paint

2009-07-24T09:44:00.000-07:00

Step 1: Water-based paint:
Water-based paints clean up and thin out using plain water, thus there are no significant environmental or health hazards present, as long as paint-laden cloths or paper towels are properly disposed of.

Step 2: Removing wet paint:
Removing a still-wet spot of water-based paint from typical nylon carpeting by simply blotting the wet stain with a paper towel or rag moistened with tap water. Do not rub. Use the moist towel or cloth as a blotter and pinch-tool, to pull the paint out of the carpet fibers. Be sure to rinse or change the cloth frequently. Do not over-saturate the carpet, to keep the stain from thinning out and spreading more. If the paint does not readily come out with clear water, try a small amount of dish detergent in warm water solution.

When the wet paint is removed, rinse the area a few more times with clear water, then use a hair dryer to dry and restore the carpet fibers.

Step 3: Removing dry water-based paint:
Removing a dried spot of water-based paint is obviously quite a bit more difficult. Clear water alone will not soften dried water-based paint.

A solution of hot water and a small amount of dish detergent will likely help to soften dried water-based paint, although it is not a sure thing. Try it by dripping a small amount onto the stain. Let the solution sit for a few minutes to see if it begins to soften the paint.

You will know quickly if this method will work. Scraping the spot with a pin or utility knife will indicate whether or not the paint has softened enough to continue picking and scraping it completely away.

If it appears that the paint is softening, continue cleaning by dripping more hot water/soap solution as needed to continue softening under-layers of the paint as you pick away with your needle or pin.

Somewhat of a slow process, but does not cause undue damage to carpet fibers.

Step 4: If, Then...
IF hot water/soap does not seem to be softening the paint, you might THEN have to use a hand-held steamer. Some of these units produce 285 degree steam, which should be hot enough to soften the paint. Once the paint begins to soften, you can pick it out of the carpet fibers with a pin or utility knife, using care not to cut the fibers.

After you're satisfied the stain is adequately removed, and the carpet fibers have been rinsed thoroughly of soap, use a hair dryer to dry and restore the fibers.

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mopNbucket - twitter

2009-07-19T23:02:00.000-07:00

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If you haven't heard about Twitter, you've probably been living on Mars. The newest member of the blogosphere, Twitter is a micro-blogging site. What exactly does that mean?

When Tweeting, the act of using Twitter, you are limited to 140 characters (including spaces) - a great way to give your followers a play-by-play of your day.

Found something interesting you want to share - re-Tweet! To re-Tweet simply grab what someone else wrote and add RT in front it.

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3. Fill in your profile
Add your picture so people know who you are and update the information about who you are.

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5. Write your first Tweet
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Product Review SHARK Turbo Stick Vac

2009-07-13T13:25:00.000-07:00

SMALL SPACE?

The Shark Turbo Stick Vac is small, which makes it great for small spaces.

This little Shark vacuum does not use bags, which is a plus. Spending money on vacuum bags wouldn't be convenient. Plus vacuum bags can be a pain to change.

This vacuum came with a few attachments, which are good for getting crumbs off a couch or zapping spider webs. However, the attachments are small so using them for a bigger project like baseboards or stairs would take a while.

The Shark Turbo Stick Vac is not the most powerful vacuum I've ever used. This wasn't a problem when I first bought it though. The office we have is roughly 350sq.f and has a small area carpet and the rest in laminate flooring.

The mediocre suction cleaned these surfaces just fine.

I've recently brought it home to test in the apartment that is larger and has short pile carpet. The Shark vacuum did not do well with the larger area and thicker carpet. After about ten minutes of use, the vacuum would overheat and stop working. It had to cool down about forty five minutes before it would turn on again. This meant I was spending over an hour to vacuum a one bedroom apartment. The vacuum did this regardless of how well it was cleaned out.

The rolling brushes of this stick vacuum seemed to perform well as hair magnets. After each use I had to remove large amounts of hair and fuzz from the rollers. When the vacuum was new I didn't notice this issue.

Overall, the Shark Turbo Stick Vac is a good vacuum if you want a light duty vacuum for bare floors in small spaces. If you have a larger space, and/or thicker carpet, this vacuum's performance leaves something to be desired. I doubt it will last long. But we'll see.

Georgia Straight Best of Vancouver: Vote for MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service

2009-07-12T23:16:00.001-07:00

We thank everyone that voted for us this year. Your help and support is much appreciated!

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Green Cleaning your home for your benefit and ours

2009-07-04T12:36:00.000-07:00

Why a Green Home is Good For You
Certain ingredients in cleaning products and air fresheners can emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which are a common source of indoor air pollutants and can result in irritation of the eyes, skin and respiratory system and contribute to other health issues long term. Immediate health effects often include irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat; headaches; dizziness; and fatigue. Certain chemicals may result in disorders of the nervous and reproductive systems or be associated with cancer and heart disease.

Health effects from indoor air pollutants are sometimes experienced immediately upon exposure but they may possibly only become evident years later. A good resource for more information is the EPA Indoor Air Quality website. The EPA has pointed out that levels of certain pollutants to be two to five times higher inside homes (where people spend 90% of their time) than outside.

In 1999 New Scientist published a report indicating that in homes where aerosol sprays and air fresheners were used frequently, mothers experienced 25 percent more headaches and were 19 percent more likely to suffer from depression, and infants under six months of age had 30 percent more ear infections and 22 percent higher incidence of diarrhea.

Products with fragrances may also trigger asthma and allergic reactions, with symptoms including skin and respiratory irritation, headaches, and watery eyes.

Why a Green Home is Good For The Planet
Most conventional dish and laundry detergents and fabric softeners contain a line up of hazardous compounds. Dish and laundry detergents are made from petroleum which is a nonrenewable resource and some contain alkyphenol ethoxylates that don't readily biodegrade. They are thought to disrupt hormone activity and can threaten wildlife after they go down your drain . Ethoxylated alcohols in liquid detergents can also contain cancer causing 1,4-dioxane.

Fragranced detergents and fabric softeners can contain chemicals which have been linked to cancer and reproductive-system harm. Most dish and laundry soaps no longer used phosphates which were known to clog waterways but they can still be found in dishwasher detergents. They are highly caustic and can be fatal if swallowed.

There are other harmful chemicals which when combined can be carcinogenic and harmful to our water resources.

Chlorine bleach commonly found in scouring powders and cleaning solutions is highly caustic. These products travel down our drains in to the environment where they can create organochlorines, which are suspected to be toxic to the reproductive, neurological, and immune systems and are also considered to be carcinogens.

Drain, oven, and toilet-bowl cleaners contain corrosive ingredients. Furniture and metal cleaners can contain nerve-damaging petroleum distillates or formaldehyde, a carcinogen.

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Non-Toxic, Biodegradable Alternative Cleaning Solutions

2009-07-04T12:30:00.000-07:00

Green Cleaning means using cleaning products that aren't harmful to the environment. There are many wonderful companies selling non-toxic, biodegradable cleaning products so we'll be adding links to these as we find them. There are also some easy ways you can also make your own at home using common household supplies like baking soda and white vinegar. When we find tips on eco-friendly cleaning tips or products we'll share them with you and point you to relevant links.

Citrus Cleaning
The citrus line-up includes oranges, lemons and grapefruits but also lime, bergamot and kumquat. Not only do they look good and smell great their essential oils are wonderful cleaners which are increasingly being used by manufacturers to create environmentally friendly cleaning products. Lemon juice can be used to remove stains from solid surface countertop and when mixed with salt can help to remove rust stains from hardware. Orange and lemon rind can be used as a wonderful air freshener and to reduce odors from trash cans and garbage disposals. Lemon oil is the most effective natural glass cleaner but orange oil works too and best of all they leave a smudge free sheen. It is the citric acid that works to remove calcium build-up on shower doors. Lemon oil found in many commercial furniture polishes works wonderfully well on it's own to clean and protect your wood furniture.

Essential Oil
Certain essentials oils are great disinfectants and natural deodorizers. Lavender, ginger, pine and clove are good choices and many also have antiseptic properties. Lemon oils is useful for keeping your kitchen clean and germ-free while essential oil from cloves will help to eliminate cooking odors. Grease is not match for lavender essential oil which is a useful addition to your kitchen and bathroom cleaning supplies. Pine essential oil is useful inside and outside your home to keep certain insects at bay and to discourage destructive buds from visiting your garden.

Vinegar
Vinegar is safe to use as an all-purpose cleaner on most surfaces (marble is not one of them) and has the added benefit of being a great disinfectant and it is really inexpensive. It may be stating the obvious to say that vinegar is acidic but it is this fact which makes it very important to dilute it adequately before using it as a cleaner (one part water to one part vinegar). You may be thinking that you don't want your house smelling like a salad dressing but don't worry the trademark smell of vinegar disappears once it dries.

Vinegar can be used in the bathroom, kitchen and even the laundry room. When using on countertops or tile areas always test a small area just to make sure it will not damage your surface. In the bathroom you can use it to clean the sinks, bathtub and toilet. You can use undiluted vinegar as a disinfectant inside the toilet bowl. Use diluted vinegar to clean the floors and in the kitchen to clean appliances, the stove, hood and fixtures. In the laundry room you can use the vinegar as an all purpose cleaner but it does double duty as a fabric softener. Just half a cup of vinegar can be used to instead of commercial fabric softener during the rinse cycle.

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Move in/ Move out Cleaning services Vancouver\Burnaby|Coquitlam

2009-06-21T17:06:00.000-07:00

Apartment Move in/ Move out Cleaning services.

We offer Move in/ Move out Cleaning Services to residential customers throughout Vancity communities, Burnaby and Coquitlam. This cleaning service is specifically designed for apartment renters, landlord, building managers who have no desire to clean the apartment themselves. Our move in/out cleaning service consists of experienced cleaners who are extremely familiar with the needs and requirements of this very special and detailed cleaning service.

Please contact us today to receive a full cleaning service price quote.

Our Move in/out cleaning service includes the following:

Bathroom Move in/out Cleaning Service
� Scrub the shower, the tub, the sink, in and around the toilet, the tiles and the floor, especially in the corners
� Clean shower door glass and tracks
� Clean shower head
� Clean faucets with stainless steel polish
� Clean all mirrors
� Dust window sill, top of medicine cabinet, light fixtures and vents
� Clean inside the medicine cabinet, the vanity and under the sink
� Thorough detailed dusting of all walls
� Sanitize soap dish and toothbrush holder
� Remove all cobwebs

Kitchen Move in/out Cleaning Service
� Sweep and mop the floor
� Clean the exterior and interior refrigerator, stove, dishwasher,
microwave and any other appliances
(remove all shelves and drawers to thoroughly wash)
� Clean interior & exterior of all cabinets and drawers
� Clean all counter tops & the backsplash
� Clean the sink, faucets and under the sink
� Clean all light switch plates
� Dust and clean top of cabinets
� Dust all moldings and frames
� Remove all cobwebs
� Thorough detailed dusting of all walls
� Dust window sills, baseboards, vents, shelves, ceiling fans, ledges and light fixtures
� Remove minor debris
� If appliances are easily moveable they will be moved to clean behind them & under them

Living Room Move in/out Cleaning Service
� Sweep/mop or vacuum
� Remove all cobwebs
� Dust baseboards, shelves, ledges, vents, ceiling fans, moldings and light fixtures
� Clean window sills & frames
� Thoroughly detailed dusting of all walls

Bedroom Move in/out Cleaning Service
� Sweep/mop or vacuum floor--whichever is appropriate
� Dust window sills, vents, baseboards, ceiling fans, shelves, ledges and light fixtures
� Clean all light switch plates
� Clean interior closets (remove all shelves and racks)
� Thoroughly detailed dusting of all walls
� Remove all cobwebs

Dining Room Move in/out Cleaning Service
� Sweep/mop and vacuum
� Dust window sills, vents, baseboards, shelves, ledges and light fixtures
� Remove all cobwebs
� Clean all light switch plates
� Thorough detailed dusting of all walls

Hallways & Foyers Move in/out Cleaning Service
� Dust baseboards, window sills, vents, baseboards, shelves, ledges and light fixtures
� Sweep/mop or vacuum
� Remove all cobwebs
� Clean light switch plates
� Thorough detailed dusting of all walls

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Post Construction Cleaning Service Vancouver|Burnaby|Coquitlam

2009-06-21T14:22:00.000-07:00

Detail & Final Post Construction Cleaning Services available.
Flexible - Dependable - Careful - Experienced

MOP-n-BUCKET Detail & Final Post-Construction Cleaning services

We offer Post-Construction detail & final cleaning services to residential customers throughout Vancouver, Burnaby and Coquitlam. This cleaning service is specifically designed for homeowners or businesses who have done remodeling and need to rid their home, (apartment/house) of the dust and minor debris that is left behind.

Please contact us today to receive a post contruction cleaning service price quote.

Our Post Construction cleaning service includes the following:

Bathroom Post-Construction Cleaning Service
� Scrub the shower, the tub, the sink, in and around the toilet, the tiles and the floor, especially in the corners
� Clean shower door glass and tracks
� Clean shower head
� Clean faucets with stainless steel polish
� Clean all mirrors
� Dust window sill, top of medicine cabinet, light fixtures and vents
� Clean inside the medicine cabinet, the vanity and under the sink
� Thorough detailed dusting of all walls
� Sanitize soap dish and toothbrush holder
� Remove all cobwebs

Kitchen Post-Construction Cleaning Service
� Sweep and mop the floor
� Clean the exterior and interior refrigerator, stove, dishwasher,
microwave and any other appliances
(remove all shelves and drawers to thoroughly wash)
� Clean interior & exterior of all cabinets and drawers
� Clean all counter tops & the backsplash
� Clean the sink, faucets and under the sink
� Clean all light switch plates
� Dust and clean top of cabinets
� Dust all moldings and frames
� Remove all cobwebs
� Thorough detailed dusting of all walls
� Dust window sills, baseboards, vents, shelves, ceiling fans, ledges and light fixtures
� Remove minor debris
� If appliances are easily moveable they will be moved to clean behind them & under them

Living Room Post-Construction Cleaning Service
� Sweep/mop or vacuum
� Remove all cobwebs
� Dust baseboards, shelves, ledges, vents, ceiling fans, moldings and light fixtures
� Clean window sills & frames
� Thoroughly detailed dusting of all walls

Bedroom Post-Construction Cleaning Service
� Sweep/mop or vacuum floor--whichever is appropriate
� Dust window sills, vents, baseboards, ceiling fans, shelves, ledges and light fixtures
� Clean all light switch plates
� Clean interior closets (remove all shelves and racks)
� Thoroughly detailed dusting of all walls
� Remove all cobwebs

Dining Room Post-Construction Cleaning Service
� Sweep/mop and vacuum
� Dust window sills, vents, baseboards, shelves, ledges and light fixtures
� Remove all cobwebs
� Clean all light switch plates
� Thorough detailed dusting of all walls

Hallways & Foyers Post-Construction Cleaning Service
� Dust baseboards, window sills, vents, baseboards, shelves, ledges and light fixtures
� Sweep/mop or vacuum
� Remove all cobwebs
� Clean light switch plates
� Thorough detailed dusting of all walls

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Moving in or out of a rented House or Apartment

2009-06-15T14:00:00.000-07:00

Before you move into a rented House or Apartment, be sure to do a walk through with the owner or property manager. Why? Because when you move out, the landlord may attempt to charge you for "damages" to the unit. What defines damages is often contested and the tenant, unless they have a move-in-checklist and pictures, may lose out in court.

General rule of thumb - are you leaving the unit in the same condition as when you moved in? Again take pictures and have the landlord or property manager agree to the condition. Same when you leave.

A landlord can only withhold for damages only amounts that are deemed reasonable for the damage claimed. If a defect existed before you moved in, you should not be charged for that particular problem. The importance of pictures and a move-in checklist cannot be stressed enough.

Normal Wear and Tear is vague term and means different things to different people. So protect yourself.

Take pictures - use a disposable or video camera. Pictures are worth a thousand words and therefore, dollars. Sign and date the pictures and save them in case your landlord does not return your security deposit.The average cost to clean an average 1bedroom is $175-210 for the full job. If you do not have time, consider hiring a cleaning service.

Normal Wear and Tear may include things such as faded paint - you yourself did not cause the paint to fade, thus you would not be responsible if and when the landlord decides to repaint.

Damages are actual things in the apartment that you or your guests actually break - such as a window or a hole in the wall.

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TIP and Recipe For a Natural Deodorizer:

2009-05-24T17:52:00.001-07:00

Have you ever heard of people getting headaches from perfume? The same happens with an unhealthy chemical fragrance reaction. So next time you want to mask an odor, which more than likely is organic (food cooking or decomposing, someone's sweaty feet and other odors caused by bodily functions) think about healthy ways of dealing with the odor. Decomposing food odors dissipate quickly when you take the offenders out to the trash and a good breath of fresh air from an open window does wonders for cooking odors you find offensive. While odors caused by bodily functions may appear more tricky they really are not. The exhaust fan helps and so does having a dish of baking soda on a shelf away from young children of course. And you could keep a nice spray bottle of the following formula on hand when you just do not want to wait for the odor to dissipate:

1 teaspoon of baking soda dissolved in 2 cups of hot water. Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Pour the mixture into a spritzer, a spray bottle that produces a fine mist. Shake before using. When you spray the mixture into the air, the baking soda will neutralize the odors, while the lemon juice will leave behind a nice, clean scent. Fresh, natural, inexpensive -be sure to use a clean bottle and sprayer so you do not create a chemical reaction between this formula and chemicals from a used sprayer.

New Drug for people who are REALLY happy. Annoyingly happy.

2009-05-13T07:13:00.000-07:00

How to choose a cleaning service - best video we've seen

2009-05-11T00:51:00.000-07:00

cleaningforareason.org - cleaning service for women dealing with Cancer

2009-05-07T13:22:00.000-07:00

Fighting cancer is difficult enough, but living with it is even tougher - and that's where the Cleaning for A Reason Foundation steps in. This newly formed nonprofit offers free professional housecleaning services to improve the lives of women undergoing treatment for cancer. We'd like to TELL YOU MORE! Sign up for our news and updates to stay informed with the Cleaning for A Reason Foundation!

Vancouver, BC Cleaning Service

2009-05-06T15:57:00.000-07:00

MOP-n-BUCKET Cleaning Service:

Apartment - Condo - House Cleaning

Post Construction - final & detail cleaning

We specialize in end-of-lease, move in-move out cleaning in Vancouver, North Shore, Burnaby and Coquitlam.

We have 100% success rate on cleaning inspections made by agents, landlords, and property managers.

Landlords and Building Property Managers contact us for frequent user discounts.

We leave you a home where you or your tenants can feel comfortable and sure that everything has been taken care of, from kitchen to bath to all the other rooms.

We believe in using environment-eco friendly choices. Click here to view some of the products we use!

The quote for your Move-in/Move-out cleaning varies based on the size and condition of the home. The move in/out cleaning consists of everything in a routine service deep cleaning of the baseboards, oven, stove, refrigerator, ceiling fans, cabinets and drawers.

Please request a free estimate, we'll be happy to answer all of your questions.

Get Your Free Quote & Schedule Professional Cleaning Service Today.

We service: Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Dunbar, West Side, East Vancouver, Burnaby, Metrotown Area, Coquitlam, Port Moody, if your area is not listed here, please contact us. We'll try to accomodate all reasonable request.

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Cleaning Tip: Odor in my garbage disposal

We need your votes! Best Cleaning Service Vancouver: MOP-n-BUCKET

Housework Can Wait - a poem

MOP-n-BUCKET: Just for Fun - June 2010 The "Retired Pirate"

Health-friendly Cleaning

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