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Having the kids home for the summer can be great, but the distractions of keeping them busy may have caused some neglect on the household chores. There may be a putrid smell coming from the fridge that you just don't want to explore, perhaps the sun is having trouble peaking through the film on the windows, not to mention all the dirt the kids have trampled into the once white carpet that is now a dingy brown. Never fear, here is a list of great services that can help you spruce up the house without hurting the wallet.
1. Carpet cleaning
From carpet, tile and grout, hardwood flooring, rugs and upholstery to air ducts, Clean Green is there to help with any of life's little dirt. They promote environmentally friendly cleaning methods, and guarantee customer satisfaction. If that isn't enough, they also offer a free redo of carpet cleaning if spotting reappears within 14 days of the initial cleaning. See the deal.
2. Garage door repair
Hearing some squeaks from the garage door you are unsure of? When garage doors are in need of repair, it's best to let professionals handle it, and A & B Overhead is just that. They say, on their website, "We can make the correct garage repair for you because we have the necessary training and tools needed." They also pride themselves on arriving to every job on time, or at least giving a phone call before hand so you aren't waiting on them. See the deal.
3. It's maid time
When the whole house is in need of some cleaning, it may be time to call MaidPro. They customize your cleaning needs, and can focus on any area of your home that is in need of some tender care. No need to fret about having them in your home, MaidPro conducts background checks and extensive training for every employee they hire. One of their slogans, "We're making Utah shine, one house at a time." See the deal.
4. Lawn and pest control
Founded in 2009, Road Runner Lawn & Pest has been helping to keep yards and houses free from annoying bugs for years. They guarantee the use of safe products for your family and pets when fertilizing lawns, or eliminating pests. Quality customer service, and hard work are two of the things this company stands by. See the deal.
5. Heating and air conditioning
With the fluctuating temperatures in Utah, where one day it's winter and the next the burning heat of summer, it's important to keep your air conditioners and heaters in excellent condition. That's what Airworx Heating & Air Conditioning can do for you. They provide licensed technicians to review, and explain your homes conditions in language that is easy to understand. According to their website, "We earn your business by providing you with top quality service, friendly staff and a guarantee that is second to none." See the deal.
6. Window cleaning
Cleaning that unwanted film off your windows is easy with Lowell Window Cleaning services. The company refers to themselves on their website as, "fair, honest, and hardworking." They are dedicated to low-cost and high-quality work that will keep customers happy and coming back for excellent services again and again. See the deal.
7. Bye bye branches
Don't worry about those tangled masses of branches that are covering your yard; HC Group's "My Cousin's Tree Trimming Service" will trim up your trees with precision and art to get your yard looking beautiful again. Their lead arborist, Douglas, has done work for the Living Planet Aquarium and other well-known companies. They provide years of experience and believe communication is important in every client relationship. See the deal.
