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October 2011:

In the News: 

It’s no secret that technology has affected every aspect of business. One minor piece of technology has really had an effect on sales — voice mail. If you engage in any kind of cold calling, you know how true this is. Make a hundred calls and you’ll probably end up leaving 90 voice mail messages — and maybe get one reply. But don’t despair, says Fred Geyen in the latest issue of Cleanfax online. You can also use technology to your advantage. Take email newsletters, for instance. If you... (Read more)

Did You Know...

Did you know that with EDIC’s new Endeavor™ multi-purpose extractor, you don’t need a ramp to load it into your vehicle? It has an innovative design that allows one operator to load or unload the unit into a truck or van without a ramp. The key to this design is a set of casters mounted up near the handle complemented by ramps built right into the mold, so you can literally roll the machine into your vehicle. Its long list of breakthrough features don’t end there. It also has ... (Read more)

Cleaning Tips:

In this month's article on Cleaning Tips, we tackle the dreaded topic of Stain Removal. Click the link for a review of a great article on stain removal. ... (Read more) 

Internet Marketing Strategies

Many carpet cleaning professionals – sometimes on the advice of internet marketing “experts” – focus their search engine optimization efforts on developing techniques (some would say tricks) to get their website to achieve higher organic rankings. The best rule of thumb is not to try to outsmart the guys who design the search engine algorithms. Instead, focus on creating high-quality content that’s relevant to your audience. There are also other valuable moves you can make to optimize your site. One very important element is ... (Read more)

 

 

Automotive News and Tips, September 2011:

In the News:

One of the most common complaints from both dealers and retail customers involves wet carpets that end up moldy and smelly. There’s a surefire way to avoid these complaints, and it boils down to proper cleaning techniques. The only catch is that proper cleaning takes time. The good news is that’s time well spent, helping you to actually generate glowing reviews about your business. The key to proper cleaning is knowing your soil — otherwise, how do you know ... (Read more)

Did You Know...

Did you know that cleaning auto carpet and upholstery with heated cleaning solution can significantly improve your efficiency, reducing the time you spend detailing? And did you know that EDIC’s Galaxy Auto-Detailing machine Comes standard with our exclusive external heater system? It’s the perfect machine for getting at deeply embedded dirt and grime in auto upholstery and carpet and removing it for good! The winning combination is ... (Read more)

Internet Marketing Strategies

Many auto detailing professionals — sometimes on the advice of internet marketing “experts” — focus their search engine optimization efforts on developing techniques (some would say tricks) to get their website to achieve higher organic rankings. The best rule of thumb is not to try to outsmart the guys who design the search engine algorithms. Instead, focus on creating high-quality content that’s relevant to your audience. There are also other valuable moves you can make to optimize your site. One very important element is ... (Read more)



 

September 2011:

Cleaning Tips:

In this month's article on Cleaning Tips, we tackle the dreaded topic of Stain Removal. Click the link for a review of a great article on stain removal. ... (Read more) 

In the News:

Are you a residential carpet cleaner looking to move into commercial carpet cleaning? This article from Cleanfax.com provides some valuable tips in getting started in the commercial side of the business. Move into "Prime-Time!" ... (Read more)

Did You Know...

Did you know that with EDIC’s new Endeavor™ multi-purpose extractor, you don’t need a ramp to load it into your vehicle? It has an innovative design that allows one operator to load or unload the unit into a truck or van without a ramp. The key to this design is a set of casters mounted up near the handle complemented by ramps built right into the mold, so you can literally roll the machine into your vehicle. Its long list of breakthrough features don’t end there. It also has ... (Read more)

Internet Marketing Strategies

Many carpet cleaning professionals – sometimes on the advice of internet marketing “experts” – focus their search engine optimization efforts on developing techniques (some would say tricks) to get their website to achieve higher organic rankings. The best rule of thumb is not to try to outsmart the guys who design the search engine algorithms. Instead, focus on creating high-quality content that’s relevant to your audience. There are also other valuable moves you can make to optimize your site. One very important element is ... (Read more)



August 2011:

 

Cleaning Tips:

Everybody knows that if you want to clean a carpet, and I mean really clean it, you’re going to have to move some furniture. But here’s a neat trick to help you keep that carpet clean after you finish...(Read more) 

In the News:

Steve Toburen over at ICS magazine has a fantastic blog on all the ins and outs of the carpet cleaning business. In his latest article, Steve goes over what we like to refer to as “up-selling,”...(Read more)

Did You Know...

Galaxy 5, 12 and 17-gallon box extractors come with or without heat. Better yet, you can buy a Galaxy without heat and — if you later decide you need it — quickly and easily upgrade your “heat ready” model...(Read more)

Internet Marketing Strategies

Whether you have a storefront business or operate strictly at your clients’ premises, people need to find your business when they search for your service using Google. There are basically three different ways to be found by Google,...(Read more)