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Is Your Couch Making You Sneeze?

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There’s nothing better than sinking into your couch at the end of a long day…unless that blissful moment turns into a sneezing fit. 

So, what’s behind this betrayal of comfort? 

A few usual suspects: dust, pet hair and dander, and seasonal allergens. 

Yep, your couch is basically a sponge for all of it. Over time, these irritants settle deep into the fibers where your vacuum can’t reach. The good news? Professional upholstery cleaning goes in after them, flushing out contaminants and leaving your couch the cozy retreat it’s meant to be. 

Some people call it “doing the heavy lifting.” We just call it Tuesday.

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How Does All That Stuff End Up on My Couch? 

Glad you asked. Let’s break it down season by season: 

Fall 

Cooler temps, football, pumpkin spice everything—we love it all. But those open-window days? They invite pollen inside, where it happily hitches a ride on your couch and carpet. And if it doesn’t land there first, your air ducts will gladly deliver it later. 

Winter 

Windows are shut, pets are cuddled close and everyone’s hanging out indoors. Which also means dust and dander are hanging out indoors. That festive sneeze you’re stifling? Probably not from the mistletoe. 

Spring 

We finally fling the windows wide open—only to let in peak pollen season. Don’t worry, you don’t have to hermit your way through spring. Just schedule a post-season cleaning and breathe easier. 

Summer 

When the heat cranks up, your couch becomes the go-to spot for movie marathons, iced tea breaks and escaping the sun. But with the air conditioner running nonstop, dust and allergens just keep recirculating indoors. Between pet fur, pollen that sneaks in on your clothes and tracked-in grass, your couch is hosting more allergens than guests. 

The Reset Button for Your Allergies (and Your Couch) 

Every season adds its own layer to your couch—fall pollen, winter dust, spring blooms, summer messes. We clear it all out. With our professional hot water extraction, allergens and irritants don’t stand a chance. 

Think of us as your year-round reset button. Whenever life (or the seasons) pile on, we’re here to bring your couch back to fresh, comfortable and as sneeze-free as possible. 

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