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Residue Free Carpets
Carpet cleaning residue = dirty carpets If you have your carpets cleaned and a soapy residue is left behind then its a problem. It actually is the reason your carpets get dirty again quickly, as well as leaving the dirt and bacteria behind – as if the machine isn’t taking out the residue of the […]


The difference between carpet cleaning machines
CaThe What is the difference between different carpet cleaning machines? When I first started cleaning carpets back in 2007 I was a little flummoxed by all of the different types of carpet cleaning equipment out on the market. Prices of carpet cleaners seemed to range from £50 right up to £30,000! But what is the […]


The Science Behind Carpet Cleaning
CaThe Did you know that there is a lot of science behind the science of cleaning agents? Cleaning is something that we (well most of us) do on a daily basis. The cleaning solutions that Dirtbusters Cleaners use are complex and require stringent training so as to utilise them correctly. The last thing we want […]


Does your oven really need professional cleaning?
Does your oven really need professional cleaning? There are some real obvious (or maybe not!) ways to tell your cooker is ready for Dirtbusters Cleaners! An oven is an appliance that can easily be forgotten about. It’s a daunting task when routine maintenance is needed, with loads of cleaning products, sprays, wipes, and even those […]


Are wool carpets worth the money?
Are Wool Carpets Worth The Money? Should you buy a wool or man made carpet? Wool carpets have been with us for years. In fact the use of wool has been here for thousands of years due to shearing of sheep. It does have a luxury allure, and the obvious choice for a great long […]


Are self cleaning ovens efficient?
Are Self Cleaning Ovens Efficient? Whats the story with self cleaning ovens? Do they really work? Imagine an oven that cleans itself.. But before you spend your hard earned money, lets take a look at the pro’s and con’s. How self cleaning ovens work These have actually been around since the 1960’s, General Electric […]


Coronavirus closure
Dirtbusters are closed during the Government lockdown Due to the UK lockdown since 23rd March I have taken the correct measures and stopped cleaning my customers carpets, sofas etc as I can’t be in someones home and not have any contact. Hopefully this virus pandemic will be over sooner rather than later and not take […]


Do dirty ovens cause house fires
This fact is taken from the Office of National Statistics.
A dirty oven can appear from nowhere, busy lives and leaving awkward cleaning tasks go hand in hand.
The issue with ovens is usually grease that builds up in the base and walls of the oven and trays. Every time the oven gets hot, this grease burns over and over again.


Is your oven ready for Christmas?
Another year is nearly over and it’s nearly time to get the Turkey in the oven. But how hygienic is your oven?
As well as the built up grease, fat and carbon deposits looking unsightly – there is another important issue. This is the fact that its true that a dirty oven will taint the taste of your spuds and other yummy Christmas delights. Clean oven – clean taste.


Vacuum cleaner facts
Most of us have vacuums, hoovers etc, so here is a short blog post about them.
Vacuum cleaners have been in existence for decades, and have evolved into a small fold up device that you can keep under the sink. But the original models actually needed two people to operate them. This contraption used bellows to create the suck. […]


Cheap cleaning services
To be fair, everyone likes a bargain. The Television and Internet is full of offers for half price products, buy today and get 3 free etc. Most people can spot a bargain – but when it comes to cleaning services, you really need to be careful when letting someone loose on your valuable carpets and upholstery.
Lack of a local phone number. […]


Air quality control
It may be a surprising fact, but according to the Environmental Protection Agency, the air quality in your home and workplace can be up to five times worse than that of the air quality outside.
And, as we spend more than 85% of our time indoors nowadays, that’s a worrying statistic.


Industrial cleaning services
As well as offering a lot of cleaning services to domestic customers, Dirtbusters also offer a deep industrial cleaning service in Liverpool, Warrington, and The Wirral.
Some of the commercial carpets cleaning jobs we carry out across Merseyside include Hotels, Care Homes, Schools, and Office environments.


Cleaning Limestone Patio Wirral
This particular customer of mine had wanted to spruce her patio up for this great Summer we are currently experiencing.
As we can see from this image, the black limestone patio has been damaged by a jet washing company on The Wirral. It seems that the cleaning company in question had used a turbo nozzle to try and clean the floor[…]


High humidity and carpet drying times
I have heard a lot of carpet and upholstery cleaners struggle with getting their jobs dry quickly when Summer arrives here in sunny old Liverpool.
At least the problem of high humidity only lasts a short period of time, there can be a problem with getting carpets dry […]


Todays Amtico floor clean in Warrington
I love cleaning and restoring Amtico, Karndean and other luxury vinyl tiles. They only make up a small amount of the cleaning works I carry out, but they can be the most satisfying.
These floors come in all different styles, and the main brands do come with a long guarantee. […]


Bleach cleanable carpets
The use of wool carpets in the UK seems to be declining in favour of the easier to care for polypropylene carpeting.
I remember going to United Carpets & Beds in Hunts Cross a while ago when I was on the hunt for some new fluffy carpets for my house.
When I asked the salesman where the wool carpets were, he gave me a long spiel about how wool carpets cant be cleaned, and if they do they always shrink. […]


Access is no problem
Now I shouldn’t complain, but the amount of call’s that I get for my carpet and furniture cleaning service where another company has driven off into the sunset is remarkable. And, its all down to them not having the correct equipment for jobs that are not easy to reach.


iRobot Vacuum Review
I have seen these gadgets around for a while now. A couple of robot vacuum cleaners have popped there heads out in my customer’s houses, As well as seeing them featured on gadget tv shows.
Wouldnt it be fantastic if they actually worked? Imagine coming in from a hard days graft and the floors in your home were all dust and fluff-free.


Formby Carpet Cleaner
Dirtbusters carpet cleaners Formby As it is only a short hike up the road, I have no problem with getting in the Dirtbusters van and making my way up to Formby for many of my regular customers, as well as for anyone new to the Dirtbusters way. Its easy enough to get the cleanest carpets […]


Does carpet and fabric stain guard work?
Your carpets and upholstery cost a fair whack, so it makes sense to have them protected with a stain repellant. But does it really work?
Well in short, yes it will help your fibres repel […]


Franchise or Independent Trader
So I may be a little biased, as I am an independent carpet cleaner here in Liverpool. But when I am looking for any kind of trade, I do look for a family run local operation – whether it be a domestic cleaner, plumber, sparky etc.
Why is this? Well, what I have noticed in the past few years is that companies from out[…]


Vacuum Cleaner Recommendations
When cleaning carpets here on The Wirral and Liverpool I like to use Kirby vacuum cleaners in preparation for my prefered method of carpet cleaning – hot water extraction (steam carpet cleaning). I have tried others and see different makes in my clients’ homes, but I like the weight and power of Kirby’s.
Since 2017 the power of vacuum cleaners has been restricted to no more than 900w. […]


End of Tenancy Carpet Cleaning
If you are living in a rented house then when the time comes to move, you may be asked to get the carpets professionally cleaned.
This is something that a lot of landlords add to the rental contract.
The idea is that when a new tenant moves into a […]


How to de-dust your home
It can be a real pain when you have spent a lot of time and effort dusting the place, only for the dust to magically reappear straight away.
This can be even more annoying if you have allergies such as asthma and you want to minimise your allergic reactions.