Author: Lepore Cleaning Services LLC
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🚗✨ From Filthy to Factory-Fresh! ✨🚗
Today I brought an old sedan’s interior back to LIFE! These seats had years of embedded dirt, grime, pet odor, pet hair, and even a nasty baked-in hot chocolate stain on the passenger seat… but none of that stood a chance against my detailing skills. Another transformation completed — and this one came out close…
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DIY Carpet Cleaning vs. Hiring a Professional: What’s the Real Difference?
Why Choosing a Pro Like Lepore Cleaning Services LLC Saves You Time, Money, and Stress in Jacksonville, Florida: When your carpet starts looking tired, stained, or just flat-out dirty, you really only have two choices: clean it yourself or hire a professional. At first, DIY carpet cleaning may seem cheaper and easier—just rent a machine,…
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How Can I Maintain My Carpets Between Professional Cleanings?
Vacuum regularly. Especially in high-traffic zones, vacuuming 1–2 times a week helps reduce surface dirt. Address spills immediately. Blot (don’t rub) to avoid pushing the spill deeper. Use doormats and shoes-off policy. Reduces tracked-in grit and dirt significantly. Rotate furniture. Prevents wear patterns from forming in the same spots. Protect high-use areas. Consider applying stain-protectant…
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What time of year is carpet cleaning the cheapest?
There’s no universal “carpet-cleaning sale season,” but certain times tend to offer better deals or availability. Here’s how to think about it: Off-Peak Season Demand for carpet cleaning often drops in winter or mid-fall after heavy summer traffic, meaning more flexibility in booking and potential discounts. Local climate matters: if you live in a region…
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Is it worth cleaning 20-year-old carpet?
That depends. Here are key considerations, plus how we assess whether cleaning is still the right choice: When it is worth cleaning: The carpet is still in reasonably good condition (no severe wear, backing is intact). There’s sentimental or financial value (maybe it’s a high-quality carpet). Deep cleaning can remove decades of embedded dirt, allergens,…
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How do you clean a large rug indoors?
Here’s a step-by-step outline of our typical process (or what we recommend to customers): Assessment We inspect the rug to identify fiber type, backing, stains, and trouble spots (like pet accidents). Based on this, we choose the right cleaning solution and pre-spray. Pretreatment / Prespray Apply a pretreatment to loosen dirt and break down oils,…
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Is it worth it to get a rug or carpet cleaned professionally?
Yes — here’s why professional cleaning is often well worth the investment: Deeper Cleaning Than DIY Even with a good vacuum or a rental machine, DIY methods often miss deeply embedded dirt, allergens, and bacteria. Our professional hot water extraction process removes what simple household tools can’t. Extend Carpet Life Dirt and grit in carpets…
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Can I wash a 9 × 12 rug in the washing machine?
Generally, no, we do not recommend putting a large 9×12 rug into a home washing machine. Here’s why: Many home machines can’t handle the size or weight of a heavily soiled rug once it’s wet — it can damage both the rug and the washer. Oversized rugs often require special handling, professional equipment, and hot…
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How often should carpets be professionally cleaned?
We recommend having your carpets professionally cleaned at least once every 6–12 months under normal household conditions. For homes with pets, children, or allergy concerns, more frequent cleanings — around every 3–6 months — are often very beneficial. Frequent cleaning helps remove deep-seated dirt, allergens, and dust mites that regular vacuuming can’t fully address. High-traffic…
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I am a local Jacksonville family owned carpet cleaning business established in 1988. I offer quality work with noticable results. I provide services like: Lepore Cleaning Services was established in 1988 with founders Orlando Lepore and Lana Lepore, Orlando and Lana serviced the Jacksonville Florida area and specialized in cleaning carpets, upholstery and janitorial services.…
