FAQs Archive - Page 2 of 3 - CMA Cleaning

Q: What should I do with my pets during the cleaning?

If you have pets, we ask that secure them or prevent them from entering the areas that we clean. For safety reasons our teams are not permitted to clean flea infested homes or pick up animal excrement.

Q: Can you define mildew…and if it is possible to get rid of it?

Mildew is a type of fungus that can be found growing on a multitude of surfaces where moisture levels are high. Mildew can be identified by its color ranging from a pinkish-orange to black. Most mildews are caused by an overgrowth of its close cousin, mold. Our professional housecleaners will be able to impede the growth of mildew by removing the built up sources that it lives on, such as soap, skin, hair and etc. As long as humidity is present, mildew will grow in the area. To stop the growth of mildew, the area must be kept dry and or chemically treated. Chlorine bleach is not recommended but is good sanitizers to use on an severely infected areas…, to help reduce the pungent odor dilute it up to 50% with water. The most practical application method is to control the amount you use by lightly spraying the mildew affected area. Coat and let the bleach contact with the surface area for at least an hour. BE SURE TO Rinse all area’s it was applied too. Repeat the application if necessary and or on a bi-weekly basis or when mildew reappears. While chlorine bleach is not a Green chemical, and very toxic it must be used in certain severe cases when you or your family’s health is at risk. Because this product is not Green, we do not carry it, but you can find it easily in your local grocery store.

Q: Is there anything CMA can't help with?

Unfortunately Due to health and safety concerns we do not clean up cat boxes. Blood, vomit and anything else along these lines (either of human or animal origin) needs to be cleaned by a thorough bio-hazard cleaning service.