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The Disinfection Problem In 1867, Doctor Joseph Lister was the first surgeon to soak his tools and bandages in carbolic acid, or phenol. It was a revolutionary act in a time when even the smallest wound could become infected and lead to death. Dr. Lister was ahead of his time since germ theory wasn’t accepted […]

Protectors, coatings, and sealers, oh my! If you’re looking to extend the periods between professional cleanings, or wanting to improve the cleanliness of your home, sealers are a possible solution. However, there are some cautions and hazards involved. Arm yourself with knowledge for the best and most efficient approaches to maintaining the cleanliness of your […]

There are dozens of options when you walk down the bath and shower aisle of your local market. People tend to have their favorite or go-to products, the ones that work for them. No right or wrong. Some people swear by sulfate-free products. Others sing the praises of goat milk bars. A few don’t bathe […]

Coffee on the car seats. Dog slobber on the dashboard. “Uh…?” on the upholstery. No, this isn’t an A to Z mystery series. This is life when you’re on the go. It doesn’t matter if you’re a soccer dad or a CEO, a student or a retiree. Accidents happen, and they especially happen when we’re […]

Dogs. They leave pawprints on your heart, and sometimes on your sofa. But for all the mess they can make, some of us still allow our animals on the furniture. Let me put it this way. If you haven’t spooned with a golden retriever, you’re missing out on an important life experience. What you’re not […]

Have Mercy Your carpets are begging you for relief. We’re practically carpet whisperers, so we would know. “What’s that, Mr. Saxony? Ms. Frieze?  NO—you haven’t been cleaned in eighteen months? How awful! That must mean your warranty is void.” Indeed, we’ve found a pattern in feedback from the underside, so we’ve agreed to act as […]

On Switch, Off Switch It won’t take hours of repetition under the watchful eyes of Mr. Miyagi to master, but when it comes to cleaning and maintaining a home there’s a degree of knowledge and technique we need to master. As a professional surface cleaning company, Zerorez is familiar with the most common carpet cleaning […]

You want a carpet cleaner whose work will floor you. How do you find them? Choosing a professional carpet cleaning service can be overwhelming, especially when you live in an area where there are as many cleaning companies as there are Starbucks. Hello, Southern California. So, we’ve compiled some tips on choosing a professional carpet […]

Carpet. Tile. Wood. Like a kind of flooring material triumvirate, each of these is a power in its own right, but often works in conjunction with the others. While other products like laminate and vinyl are gaining popularity, these three remain the most common surfaces in a household. Zerorez knows them well. We revive the […]

A clean home can smell like many things. The sweetness of crushed rose petals. The quicksilver winds of autumn. The nip of cloves and pine needles. Aromatherapy is the art of bottling these moments (in the form of an essential oil) to enhance well-being. While there’s no substitute for clean carpet and spotless hardwood, essential […]

If grout were a person, he’d be a finicky old man laying idle between porcelain walls while clinging to past wrongs and refusing his sponge baths. It’s not all bad, of course. Tile is a common household surface. You find it throughout a home; in entryways, restrooms, showers, kitchen counters and general flooring. Wherever you […]

While it may not seem like Zerorez and an iconic designer have a lot in common, we look at the work of Frank Lloyd Wright and see a kindred spirit. Inspiration is often found in unexpected places, even for surface cleaning companies. As geeks for flooring, we adore his geometric rugs, how they lead from […]