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SARATOGA SPRINGS and ALBANY – Daigle Cleaning Systems is looking to expand in the Capital Region and has taken the first steps to do so by acquiring Care Clean of Saratoga. Derek Foster, President and co-founder of Daigle Cleaning Systems, Inc. has roots in the Capital Region and is following in his family’s footsteps of entrepreneurship. Daigle Cleaning Systems opened in 2011, and with 2021 marking their 10-year anniversary, the company is looking to establish itself in the Saratoga area. Daigle Cleaning Systems has just recently acquired Care Clean of Saratoga, which will service Saratoga, Warren, [...]

Even at your home you must be cautious about the various touch points we may have overlooked prior to the pandemic . Practice routine cleaning of frequently touched surfaces such as : tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, sinks, etc. When cleaning please make sure you are wearing disposable gloves and soap and water . In this case use the soap and water on the surfaces first then follow with a household disinfectant  if needed . Remember to wash your hands immediately after removing your gloves and keep hand sanitizer nearby [...]

While cleaning can be a job, it can also be seen as a workout for those who don’t have enough time to go to the gym or who don’t exactly know what to do at the gym. Essentially you can burn 100 calories for every hour you clean depending on your weight. Have a look at the article listed below to see exactly how loading the dishes, cleaning your bathroom could help you exercise the amount of time you want too. How Many Calories Do You Burn While Cleaning Your House? Work runs late, kids have [...]

Ugly condensation rings ruining your wood coffee table? Here’s a simple DIY solution!  No matter how many times you yell at people about it, and no matter how many coasters you buy and place them on the table, someone will always put a hot or cold drink on your beautiful wood coffee table. Then you’re left with this ugly condensation ring, the sight of which you cannot bear. Well, there’s an easy DIY solution to this problem and chances are you probably already own the main ingredient: toothpaste. What you’ll need: A non-gel toothpaste A soft [...]

Bleach is often noted as the cheap cleaner that will sterilize above all else. While bleach is an effective disinfectant, it does have its downsides. Bleach can be rough on countertops. Even when diluted, bleach can be a strong, abrasive cleaner. For your stone or concrete countertops this can cause the sealant to wear down, causing you the hassle of having to reseal your counter sooner rather than later. And for your laminate countertops, they are tough but over time, bleach can cause discoloration. Also, while household bleach isn’t toxic, it can be an irritant for your skin, eyes and lungs [...]

Despite the recent (and forecasted) snow, spring weather is just around the corner. We don’t know about you, but here we are getting anxious to open the windows and let in the fresh air. Although we clean, there are places that are difficult to see in the dead of winter. To start fresh, follow this thirty-day checklist to clean your home from top to bottom. It doesn’t have to be hard: check off one item a day and before you know it, the sun will be shining and your floors will be spotless. Download the checklist PDF WEEK 1 [...]

Show winter colds the door by keeping a germ-free house with these tips:  Keep an eye out for germ hot spots in the home.​ Germs love to linger on the most popular surfaces like the remote controls, phones, door handles and keys. Clean these daily to avoid spreading germs between family members. It is as simple as wiping them down with a disinfectant. Make hand washing second nature.​ Remind your kids to wash their hands when they get home from school before they run rampant in the house. All those kids they played with are coming home with them. Wash [...]

We have just over a week to go until Christmas — and the clock is ticking. Are you still trying to put together some last minute gifts for your clients? We have the tips and ideas to make your gift and business unforgettable. Top 5 Client Gifts This Holiday Season Books. Pick a book that has been most influential to your business and give it as a gift to your clients. This gives customers insight into what your company culture is all about and may open up discussions about it in the future. Make sure to write a personalized note [...]

Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day: Arguably the greatest holidays of the year bringing people from all over the world together. You may be having family or friends over you haven’t seen since last year because they either live far away or just because life itself get’s in the way. Regardless, you are probably experiencing a ray of emotions. First you start out being stressed, panicking about cleaning your house and buying supplies to cook. Then once all is said and done and they arrive, you will be excited to see them and those feeling of stress [...]

In many ways, the cooler weather can be a blessing. But in some ways, it can also be a curse. Why’s that, you say? Dust buildup for the win! During the hot months of summer, fans are constantly going full bore to keep cool in the workplace. And once September and October hit, the fall air comes through and everyone is ready to put those fans into storage. Without fans circulating the airflow, we see a lot of dust buildup from stagnant air or dust being brought in through the windows and open doors. Dust is something that [...]