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5 Things That Stain Carpet and How to Get Them Out

September 22, 2025 | Carpet, Cleaning Floors

Carpet is meant to be lived on, which means spills and messes are bound to happen. Between morning coffee, dinner with friends, pets coming in from the yard, and kids with markers or snacks, stains are part of real life. Still, not every stain has to be permanent or lead to a full replacement.

In this blog, we’ll walk through five of the most common carpet stains, how to clean them, and how to know when replacement might be the better option.

Is Radiant Floor Heating Worth It? Here's What Homeowners Need to Know

September 8, 2025 | Floor Heating, Hardwood Flooring

There’s nothing quite like the quiet luxury of stepping onto a warm floor on a chilly morning. No vents hissing to life. No forced air drying out the room. Just radiant, even warmth rising from the floor, wrapping the space in elegant comfort.

Radiant floor heating has become a favorite among homeowners looking to combine modern comfort with clean design.