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March, 2019

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HOME MARCH 2019 2 Distributed by: ©2018 by Conley Media Waukesha County Home is published monthly by Conley Media - Waukesha County, 801 N. Barstow St., Waukesha, WI 53186. Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written consent of the publisher. A publication of Conley Media Sales Director: Jim Baumgart 262/513-2621 jbaumgart@conleynet.com Editor: Dan Muckelbauer 262/513-2626 dmuck@conleynet.com Production: Patricia Scheel 262/513-2690 pscheel@conleynet.com Home Volume 8 ■ Number 3 ■ March 2019 Bring your own builder and create the home of your dreams! For more information (414) 246-8408 Developed by • 14 lots left in phase 1 • 1/4 acre and larger • Protective Convenants • Prices start at $99,900 • Award winning Hamilton School District • Pond, nature or park views available • Clubhouse with pool and fitness center coming soon • Adjacent to the next planned Village of Menomonee Falls park (will have playground, sledding, trails, disc golf area, and a dog park) Best Value for New Housing! Directions: North side of Lisbon Road between Lannon Road and One Mile Road whether or not the company charges a flat or hourly cleaning fee. If a flat fee, people should ask how long the process will take so they can avoid paying extra. "It's hard to give an estimate without knowing variables," she noted. Before hiring a cleaning service, however, there are several things to consider. Engelking and Matt Andrews, who owns Milwaukee business Sparkly House Clean- ing with Crystal Wieder, believe that, for security purposes, it is important the com- pany be bonded and insured. In a recent blog post on the company's website, www.sparklyhousecleaning.com, Andrews said choosing an uninsured clean- er is like "giving your money to a friend who has a hot tip on a sports bet." Bonded and insured companies, including Sparkly, "put peace of mind first," Andrews added. Engelking said cleaning companies should conduct employee background checks and drug screening. Also, it's a good idea to seek out companies that do not have a high employee turnover rate, as this like- ly indicates employee dissatisfaction and low wages. Ask if the company will customize clean- ing — for example, clean bathrooms and kitchens only, rather than the entire home. People should find out when cleaners plan to arrive, and if the same team of cleaners will work to finish an ongoing job. "This helps build relationships," Engel- king said. Deep cleaning From Page 1 Most carpet has stain and soil protection properties on the fiber, making spot and stain removal much easier. Different fibers handle stains differently so it's always wise to consult a manufacturer's warranty and specific care instructions. Know the basics ■ Pick up anything you can with a spoon ■ Blot liquids with a wet towel. Use anoth- er dry cloth to blot up moisture. That's blot, don't scrub. ■ Vacuum dried messes ■ If the stain doesn't clear, use a small amount of cleaner on soiled area ■ Rinse your carpet with water after stain treatment Remove common food and drink stains ■ To clean most common stains such as coffee, soda pop or juice, use 1/4 teaspoon of clear dishwashing liquid and one cup of warm water ■ Acidic stains like tomato sauce respond well to one tablespoon of ammonia and one cup of water ■ Alkaline stains like beer respond to one part vinegar and two parts water Special stains require special steps. Here are a few ways to remove them as well as how to guard against stains: ■ Eliminate pet messes — Use a deter- gent solution followed by either the same vinegar or ammonia solution described above if necessary. Do not use steam! ■ Clean up oily or waxy messes — Use a dry-cleaning solvent that can break up the bond between oil or wax and your carpet's fibers. ■ Take on stubborn stains — Sub- stances like blood, mustard and chocolate are particularly tough and may require sev- eral rounds of cleaning by blending ammo- nia and water. ■ Prevent dirt and grime buildup — Everyday dirt and dust that get ground into carpet fibers are common, but regular cleaning can help. It is recommended to vac- uum three to four times per week, depend- ing on the traffic in your home. Have your carpets deep cleaned every 12 to 18 months. How to tackle those embarrassing carpet stains

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