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Call our team for rental property cleaning services in Scottsdale & North Phoenix

As anyone who owns a rental property can tell you, it’s a lot of work. Not only do you have to find good tenants for your property and keep up with its maintenance needs throughout the lease, but you’ll also need to invest the time and energy into “turning it over” and cleaning the property between tenants. At ClearPro, we can help make that last part easier with our carpet, tile, and window cleaning services. We’re an experienced rental property cleaning services provider here in Scottsdale and North Phoenix.

Have our team clean your rental property’s carpets between tenants

Ask any longtime property owner, and they’ll tell you: renters put a lot of wear-and-tear on carpets. That goes double if your renters have either children or pets. It’s probably not feasible to tear out and replace the carpet after every tenant moves out, but you can—and should—have a professional clean the carpets and ensure they’re ready for the next renter.

A ClearPro team member cleans this rental property's carpets as part of our Scottsdale rental property cleaning services.

Our team specializes in carpet cleaning for property management companies. Our thorough cleaning process, which includes advanced encapsulation technology designed to quickly lift dirt from heavily trafficked carpets, will leave your rental property’s carpets looking great and smelling fresh.

If you’re dealing with carpets that have seen heavy damage over the past lease, don’t worry. Our team has the expertise and equipment needed to lift heavy stains from oil, coffee, paint, and pet urine. Under Arizona state law, landlords are not allowed to deduct normal cleaning charges from the security deposits of tenants, but you may be able to do so if the carpet is heavily soiled or damaged. In either case, you’ll want to bring in a professional for some heavy-hitting cleaning.

Make the tile and grout look like new again

Unless your prior tenant liked to pour brewed coffee all over the kitchen floor, you probably don’t need to have the tile and grout in the kitchen and bathrooms cleaned between every lease. However, after several years, you may notice this starting to look dirty—and so will prospective renters. This can lower their interest in the property and limit your options moving forward.

When that happens, you need to bring in Scottsdale’s tile and grout restoration experts at ClearPro. Our team uses a pH-neutral cleaner to effectively remove years of wear-and-tear from your tile and grout. Many property owners are shocked to see the difference it makes. If you bought the property used from someone else, you may have never even seen what the tile looks like fully cleaned.

Here’s one thing that’s for sure: the old toothbrush cleaning trick just isn’t going to work, and using the wrong type of cleaner can damage your tile. This is a job best left to a cleaning professional.

Show off your property’s best views with professionally cleaned windows

Whether you own an entire building or just a single-family home, you want to show off its best features to your prospective tenants. This is especially true if your rental property is targeted at the luxury market, where views matter and renters expect a clean, modern-looking home.

If so, you need to call us out and have us professionally clean the windows and shade screens on your property. After all, nothing takes away from a mountain view or a beautiful backyard like spotty or dust-coated windows. Having your windows cleaned ahead of showings is like your property putting its proverbial best foot forward!

Our team is ready to take care of your rental property

From single-family homes and Airbnb’s to apartment complexes and multi-unit buildings, ClearPro Window & Carpet Cleaning is ready to help with all your rental property cleaning services here in Scottsdale and North Phoenix. To get a free quote from our team, contact us online or give us a call today.

Here’s why you should have us clean your home prior to listing

Are you planning on listing your property this summer? If so, you’ll want to maximize its value—and your return on investment (ROI). One of the best ways to do that is by ensuring your home looks great and really makes a positive first impression on prospective buyers. In this blog post, we’ll outline just a few of the ways that our thorough, professional cleaning services can bring out the best in your home ahead of listing.

At ClearPro Window & Carpet cleaning, we’re your home cleaning experts in Scottsdale and North Phoenix. For all your carpet, tile, window, and window screen cleaning needs, call us to schedule an appointment.

Give your home’s curb appeal a boost

For decades, realtors have used the phrase “curb appeal” to describe the phenomenon where prospective buyers do, in fact, judge a book by its cover. What your property looks like from that initial drive up has a significant, subliminal impact on what the prospective buyer thinks it’s worth. Essentially, you want buyers to think, “Wow, this home is a great deal at this price” before they even get to the front door. Curb appeal has that power.

Have one of our professionals clean your home prior to listing, and you'll get a boost to your home's curb appeal.

A member of the ClearPro team cleans the carpets in a Scottsdale home.

So, how do you best go about maximizing your home’s curb appeal? For one, you should make sure all your front yard landscaping is freshly cut and looks great. If your home’s exterior paint is fading or the stucco is damaged, consider having it repaired and repainted. Finally, call us and have our team of cleaning professionals clean your windows and window screens. Dirty, dusty windows not only look terrible from the outside, but can also negatively impact the view from the inside. They’re not very conducive to selling a home.

Put your home’s best foot forward

Most homebuyers today use online listing services to look through dozens, if not hundreds, of homes on the market. This technology allows them to control what homes they see based on their budget, the number of bedrooms, amenities, and a wide range of other factors. With their search parameters set, your home now has to compete against similar properties on the market in your area. You need to do everything you can to ensure that your home looks like the best buy.

In these apps, buyers generally do not spend much time looking at each property. Instead, they’ll quickly swipe past homes. Now more than ever before, it’s critical that you have well-lit, high-quality photos of your home’s interior and exterior, as these can influence what buyers think about your home in a subliminal fashion. The more buyers who view your home’s listing, the more in-person visits you’ll get. With more in-person visits comes more offers, allowing you to choose the most competitive one and maximize your ROI.

In addition to having a professional clean your carpets, windows, and tile, you should also talk to your realtor about hiring a professional photographer. Having a professional out to your home to take amazing photos and walkthrough videos of your home can result in a much quicker sale at a much higher value. Your realtor will most likely have pre-existing connections with a few such professionals in the area.

Have ClearPro clean your new home, too

If you’re moving to a new home in the Scottsdale and North Phoenix area, now’s the perfect time to have our team deep clean your carpets, tile, windows, and more. Our dedicated cleaning team can have your new home sparkling clean for your move-in day. Trust us: there’s no better feeling than walking into your new home, cleaned to perfection by a professional team.

Here’s what to expect from your professional window cleaners

Keeping your windows clean can drastically improve the quality of natural light that gets into your home. It also keeps your home looking nice, which is particularly important if you are having guests over or hoping to sell. When you hire our professionals to clean your exterior windows, here is what you can expect.

Our professional window cleaners are ready to care for your home

We start with a preliminary consultation

Before professional exterior window cleaning technicians arrive at your home, they want to know what to expect. They need to understand how big a job they’re committing to so that they can plan their schedule accordingly. A preliminary meeting helps them honor the timeline and price that they quote you.

Call us for professional window cleaning here in Scottsdale and North Phoenix.

Call us for professional window cleaning here in Scottsdale and North Phoenix.

Planning visit

There’s a difference between talking about a job and seeing what your home needs up close. starts each job with a visit to the home in question. This visit gives the team a clear idea of the tools they will need to do the job.

Another reason for the preliminary visit to your home is to see what safety precautions the cleaning professionals need to take. From ladder height to the number of people needed on the job, important details are brought to light in the pre-cleaning visit.

Window cleaning

Professional exterior window cleaning is more than just spraying on a solution and wiping it away. The screens are removed with special tools to give access to the window without damaging the screens.

It also doesn’t do any good to clean the windows if the frames around them are filthy. Technicians start by wiping down the window frames, making sure there is no debris stuck on them.

When it comes to cleaning the windows themselves, professional cleaners use a special solution that is designed to clean without leaving streaks. Then they make sure all the solution is removed by using a squeegee. After the majority of the solution is removed, they can use a rag to clean off the edges that the squeegee doesn’t reach.

Screen cleaning

Your exterior windows are not done until the screens are cleaned and reattached. A professional cleaning service does more than just brush off the dirt. A special cleaning solution removes grime gently so that your screens look like new when they go back on your house.

Final inspection

Professional window cleaners are trained to notice problems that need to be fixed. Any issues with your windows, such as scratches or chips, should be brought to your attention. They may also look for water damage or caulk that needs to be replaced.

Once all the windows, screens, and frames are cleaned, technicians conduct a final check on the house. They inspect each window to look for residual drips or any spots they missed.

Follow-up Call

Even with an inspection, something could get missed. A good cleaning company will call within a few days of finishing the job to make sure that you are satisfied with the service.

Hiring professional exterior window cleaning services can save you a lot of time, and it may even save you money. They provide all the equipment and expertise, and you get beautiful windows that let natural light through.

If you need window cleaning here in Scottsdale and North Phoenix, our team would love to help. Give us a call or contact us today for service.

Here’s how you can lift a red wine stain out of your carpet

Whether you’re relaxing with a glass of wine late in the evening or enjoying a weekend gathering with all your friends, a red wine stain can be a frustrating experience. In this article, we’ll review some of the best ways you can lift a red wine stain out of carpet. Of course, for the most stubborn of stains, you should call us for professional carpet cleaning.

Find out how to clean most stains with stain remover or a homemade baking soda paste. If these simple tricks don’t work, discover how a professional cleaning service can take the stress out of carpet cleaning.

Lift a red wine stain out of your carpet

Dab up any spilled wine

The most important step is to make sure a spill doesn’t ruin your gathering or evening. All you need to do is to gently dab the stain and sprinkle some salt on your carpet. This will allow you to carry on with your evening and fight that stain later.

If you have a spill during your dinner party, you need to take steps to immediately lift a red wine stain out of your rug or carpet. Then, call us for professional carpet cleaning in Scottsdale.

If you have a spill during your dinner party, you need to take steps to immediately lift a red wine stain out of your rug or carpet. Then, call us for professional carpet cleaning in Scottsdale.

While salt isn’t necessary, it’s helpful for soaking up any remaining liquid. Salt is easy to vacuum out of your carpet and can prevent a large amount of red wine from soaking into your carpet.

This allows you to enjoy your evening without worrying about any spilled wine. You shouldn’t leave a stain for an entire day, but once dabbed a wine stain can rest for a few hours before you’re able to clean it effectively.

Create a paste or use a stain remover

Create a paste or reach for your favorite stain-fighting cleaner. The key to treating wine carpet stain spots is to use hot water, blotting and a serious stain remover.

If you don’t have any stain remover at your home, simply make a paste out of baking soda and water. Baking soda can help soak up some of the tannins and remove the dark stain from your carpet. Use three parts of baking soda to one part of water.

Use water and cleaner to clean your carpet

Pour some cool water onto your stain. A small amount of water can help dilute the stain and make it easier to clean up. Too much water may cause the stain to spread and make it difficult to blot up.

Apply the paste to your dampened carpet and allow it to dry. If you’re using a professional stain removal product, follow its directions for best use. Once dried, simply vacuum up the paste.

Always check this technique on a portion of carpet that isn’t usually visible. Even a baking soda paste can damage carpet or create a spot that’s brighter than the surrounding carpet. Work with ClearPro Window & Carpet Cleaning for more information on helpful tips and tricks.

Work with a professional cleaner for tough stains

If you aren’t able to clean the wine stain on your own, contact a professional cleaning service. Professional carpet cleaning professionals use innovative equipment and cleaning techniques to remove tough stains without damaging carpet.

Have our team tackle your red wine stain

Schedule service today with ClearPro Window & Carpet Cleaning for our rug cleaning and carpet cleaning service in Scottsdale, AZ. Discover for yourself why we’re a leader in efficient, affordable cleaning for wine stains and other carpet stains.

Here are the benefits to cleaning window screens before spring arrives

When the days become longer and the air becomes warmer with the change of seasons, many homeowners are inspired to spruce up the nest. Cleaning your window screens should be a priority as you make spring plans.

In Arizona and other hot areas that receive a lot of sunshine, many people have solar screens on their houses that deflect heat, keeping interiors cool. Though it is a task many homeowners neglect, having solar screens cleaned as spring begins can be to your advantage throughout the season.

Why have your window screens professionally cleaned?

1. Light and Visibility

A dirty window screen, solar or otherwise, can be difficult to see through. Dirt and debris can clog up the spaces within the mesh, rendering screens more opaque.
Solar screens, in particular, can make the interior of your home darker. This effect can be exacerbated when the screens are dirty. Having your solar screens cleaned can help to let more light in even as the screens are doing their job to prevent the heat from getting in.

2. Cleaner Windows

Have you ever noticed that your windows get dirtier after a storm? You may assume that it is caused by pollution in the rainwater. However, a dirty screen is the more likely culprit.
When dirt on the screen comes in contact with rain, the water picks it up and becomes grimy. That contaminated water then splashes onto your windows, leaving behind streaks and spots that obscure the light and gives the panes an unsightly appearance.

Our team specializes in cleaning window screens like this one.3. Longer Lasting Screens

Keeping your screens clean not only protects your windows, it also helps to extend the useful life of the screens themselves. The dirt that adheres to them consists of more than just soil. It is also bio-matter (such as sap), salts, and other materials, many of which are acidic.

Acid can have a corrosive effect on many materials, and window screens are no exception. Over time, exposure to acidic substances can weaken and wear them out. Solar screens are often more expensive than regular screens, and keeping them clean helps to protect your investment.

4. Improved Air Quality

During the spring and summer, you may like to have the windows open for ventilation. This allows you to enjoy the fresh air and may help to cut down on air conditioning costs.

However, if the screen is dirty when you open the window, the air that comes in may not be so fresh. The breeze can blow the debris trapped on the screen into your home. In a sense, a dirty window screen is similar to an old furnace filter, spreading contaminants into the air.

You, a family member, or a guest in your home may have allergies, asthma, or other respiratory complaints. Irritants like pollen, dust, and mold spores may get into your home if you open the window while the screen is dirty. These materials can provoke symptoms that, with sufficient exposure, may severely affect breathing ability.

Have our team help with cleaning window screens before spring arrives

With so many maintenance tasks to attend to in the spring, it can be easy to ignore or forget your solar screens. ClearPro Window & Carpet Cleaning can take care of it for you so that you have one less thing to worry about. Contact us with questions regarding products and services.

5 top reasons to schedule your holiday window cleaning now

Whether you host large holiday parties or prefer to celebrate with just your immediate family, knowing that your home looks clean and attractive can make your gatherings more enjoyable. On that front, one task that’s easy to overlook is holiday window cleaning. Having sparkling clean windows can make your whole house seem brighter and more beautiful. Here are some of the most important benefits you can enjoy by scheduling a December appointment with ClearPro Window & Carpet Cleaning.

Have ClearPro professionally clean your windows before your holiday gatherings this month.

Have ClearPro professionally clean your windows before your holiday gatherings this month.

1. Your home will look its best for visitors

Even if you entertain throughout the year, there is something special about hosting a party during the holiday season. Because the winter weather in the Phoenix area is generally mild enough to allow access to outdoor entertaining spaces, you may find that you and your guests spend time both outside and inside your home. That means it’s essential to ensure both the interior and exterior surfaces of your window glass are clean and shiny. Our cleaning professionals follow a comprehensive plan to ensure all the glass is spotless.

2. Low winter rainfall means your windows can stay clean for months

Most of the time, Phoenix doesn’t get a lot of rain during the winter, especially in the month of December. The dry weather makes this time of year ideal for window cleaning because you can plan on enjoying the results for a long time. You don’t have to worry about getting rain spots on your windows right away. We can also clean your screens with a unique enzyme solution that ensures they are ready for seasonal use.

3. You can start the new year off with one home maintenance task complete

The beginning of the new year is often a time of renewed activity and resolutions. You may like to get an early start on spring cleaning by completing some work at the beginning of the year, but it can be easy to take on too many tasks and get overwhelmed before you have a chance to recover from the busy holiday season. Allowing professionals to clean your windows means you can count one home maintenance task complete without having to dedicate your own time to the work.

4. You can get a jump on the spring real estate rush

If you are planning to sell your home in the upcoming year, chances are you will list it in the spring. This season is usually the busiest for real estate transactions, and having your home market-ready can allow you to start attracting potential buyers before most other sellers. Clean windows can improve your home’s curb appeal and make the listing photos look stunning.

5. You can cross one thing off your holiday to-do list

December is often a busy month with school breaks, annual parties, and holiday celebrations. You may find yourself overwhelmed at the thought of all the things you need to do to get your home ready for numerous guests. Instead of putting off cleaning your windows, let us take care of it for you.

Call our team to request a free quote on holiday window cleaning

Flawlessly clean windows provide many benefits to your home: They maximize the winter light, improve the interior and exterior appearance, and allow unimpeded views. December is an excellent time to let the professionals at ClearPro Window & Carpet Cleaning make your windows spotless. Call us to schedule your holiday window cleaning and get your home ready to impress.

What are the best ways to lift deep carpet stains?

Carpet is one of the most popular and versatile types of flooring used in homes today. It is comfortable, attractive, and fashionable. It is also relatively quick and easy to clean if you’re just dealing with minor dirt and debris. However, as every homeowner knows, liquid spills and deep carpet stains can be more challenging to get out.

If you have pets, children or host dinner parties, you’ve probably experienced one or more deep carpet stains. Regular vacuuming won’t lift them out, but there are different methods you can use to get rid of them. Here are some DIY methods for cleaning stains that won’t come out with a simple vacuum or scrub.

Many deep carpet stains are caused by wine spills.

Many deep carpet stains are caused by wine spills. If you have a carpet stain that won’t lift out, call us for a free quote.

Of course, there’s no substitute for professional carpet cleaning. If you have a deep carpet stain that just refuses to come out—even with the methods outlined in this article—contact our team to request a free quote.

Lifting deep carpet stains: coffee and wine spills

How can you clean coffee stains?

Coffee has stubborn, dark brown pigment that is extremely difficult to remove from carpet fibers. Don’t waste your time trying to pull the stain up by scrubbing it with water. Instead, use a paper towel or dry cloth to blot up as much of the pigment as you can.

Next, create a gentle soapy solution using two cups of warm water with one tablespoon of white vinegar and one tablespoon of mild liquid dish soap. Dip a clean cloth into the soapy solution and use it to blot the stain.

After blotting the stain with soap for a few seconds, use a dry cloth to soak up the solution. Keep repeating these steps until the stain lifts from the carpet. If you’re finding that the stain won’t lift out, that’s when you’ll want to call our team.

What can you do to get rid of wine stains?

Wine stains can be notoriously tricky to get out, but you increase your odds of succeeding if you don’t allow the stain to dry. Use the following DIY cleaning method immediately after a wine spill:

First, use a clean cloth to blot the stain. Microfiber works well because it has a great capacity to soak up the liquid. Never scrub the stain, since doing so can force the pigment deeper into the carpet fiber.

Next, quickly create a cleaning solution. You can use any of the following three solutions, depending on what you have on-hand:

  • For the first solution, combine one teaspoon of white vinegar with one teaspoon of neutral detergent in one quart of cold water.
  • For the second solution, add ¼ teaspoon of mild, non-bleach detergent to one liter of cold water.
  • For the third solution, add ¼ cup of baking soda to two cups of cold water.

All three of these solutions are safe for all carpet types, so use whichever you prefer. Once you’ve created your solution, soak a clean cloth with it, then lay it directly on top of the stain. Allow it to sit there for a few seconds.

Use the bottom, rounded side of a spoon to press down on the cloth gently. Work from the outside of the stain towards the center. Lift the cloth and rinse it in cold water before returning it to the cleaning solution and laying it on the stain again. Repeat the process until no more pigment shows on your cloth.

What can you do if DIY methods won’t work?

Sometimes DIY cleaning methods are insufficient to get stubborn stains out of the carpet. If this happens to you, don’t be discouraged. Professional carpet cleaners have access to state-of-the-art tools and products that are highly effective at restoring natural carpet color. If you’re tired of discolored carpet, contact ClearPro Window & Carpet Cleaning to find out what our team can do for your stubborn carpet stains.

Here are the best ways to care for carpet pet stains

It’s a moment of horrific realization for any pet owner. Typically, you smell it before you see it: your dog or cat has relieved themselves somewhere they weren’t supposed to. If your home has carpets, pet waste can cause a number of problems, ranging from lingering odors to changes in texture and color. While immediate cleanup is always a good idea, many carpet pet stains cannot be lifted out fully by store bought cleaning agents. You need professional cleaning.

In this article, we’ll review what you need to do in the immediate aftermath of a pet accident, as well as the signs you should bring in the carpet cleaning professionals at ClearPro Window & Carpet Cleaning for a deeper clean.

Dealing with the aftermath

After effectively scolding your dog (or ineffectively scolding your cat) for relieving themselves on the carpet, you’ll need to start the cleanup process right away.

Put on some gloves and use disposable paper towels to pick up any solid or semi-solid materials, including feces or vomit. For liquids, use paper towels to gently “blot” and absorb the liquid. As part of this, take extra care not to press the urine deeper into the carpet or spread it to unaffected areas. Instead, you want to use the blot method until all the surface liquid is collected into the towel, which can then be disposed of safely.

Our cats and dogs can cause serious carpet pet stains in our homes.

Even the best pets have accidents from time-to-time. Work with a professional to ensure that your carpet pet stains are thoroughly removed.

Your next step depends on how long the accident has been around. If it’s been less than 24 hours, just use warm water to saturate the area. Most pet urine will lift out through this method. Once you’ve added hot water, blot it dry once again. You can also use a waterproof shop vacuum to do this faster.

If the stain is more than a day old (a common scenario when a homeowner is away at work or on vacation), or you’re dealing with something other than urine (such as feces or vomit), use a solution of one-part white vinegar to two-parts warm water and treat the carpet in the same away as above.

After blotting for the second time, you need to absorb the rest of the liquid from the carpet. Firmly press a towel or paper towel into the carpet to bring out the remaining water and urine.

Call in the professionals for tough carpet pet stains

The toughest of carpet pet stains require professional cleaning. At ClearPro Window & Carpet Cleaning, our team has the tools, treatment, and experience needed to lift even the worst stains from your carpets. Our 12-step deep cleaning process includes an extract-and-rinse process that thoroughly sanitizes and deodorizes the affected area, ensuring that your pet’s mistake is put in the past.

Here’s something else to consider: our work goes far beyond just carpets and floors. If your dog or cat’s accident occurred on your furniture or mattress—some unfortunate cat owners might know what we’re talking about—you’ll need to call in a pet stain and odor professional to deep-clean the upholstery and lift out any residual liquid or odor. Our team utilizes a powerful enzyme treatment to neutralize the odors, and our professional-grade cleaning equipment allows us to restore your furniture to like-new.

For professional pet stain and odor removal services here in Scottsdale, North Phoenix, and the North Valley, call us here at ClearPro Window & Carpet Cleaning.