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Referral Cleans Tile & Grout in Fort Wayne
Are You About to Take A Jack Hammer to Your Tile Floors? Are Sick Of Looking At Those Filthy Grout Lines? Tired of cleaning your floor with a mop, bucket and toothbrush? Wish you could find someone that could really get your grout clean? The Old Days Of Mops And Tooth Brushes Are Gone Forever! Latest Technology Cleans Tile and Grout Like Never Before! Do you miss the white grout lines from the past? Are you tired of getting on your hands and knees in an attempt to clean the grout, yet have little success? Tile & Grout Floors have become quite popular over the years. Unfortunately, some people have been told that these floors are virtually maintenance free except for an occasional mopping which is not the case. The necessity of cleaning grout has frustrated many homeowners, builders and contractors. After all, the appearance of the grout directly reflects on the cleanliness of the floor as well as on the individual maintaining it. Why is grout so hard to clean? Grout is a mixture of cement, water and differently sized aggregates Because grout is a porous substance, microscopic pores allow dirt to become trapped below the surface, where regular mopping cannot remove it. Dirt continues to build up inside these pores, leaving the grout looking discolored and dirty. Referral can thoroughly clean your tile and grout and make it look like it was freshly laid. Our cleaning process flushes out more dirt than a mop and bucket ever could. New tools now allow us to restore your grout to like new condition. Our system will remove oils, grease, grime, and soil from your tile and grout. Our new technology allows us to clean your tile and grout with our truck-mounted hot water extraction system utilizing highly pressurized hot water with complete control and removal for the most thorough cleaning ever seen! The hot water rinse will whisk away the dissolved dirt, grease and spots. There are no worries about the sticky dirt attracting residue that a mop leaves behind. After the cleaning process we can apply a professional application of a sealer which will leave your floors resistant to staining and soiling. They will be so much easier to keep clean. How Do We Clean Your Tile? A Brief Explanation Of Our Process Step 1 - Visual inspection. We will join you in the inspection to be sure that there are no damaged tile or grout areas. Some preexisting conditions may worsen during the cleaning process. We can not be responsible for these damages. We will inspect for: Chipped, broken, scratched, cracked or missing tiles Lippage Efflorescence Etching Missing, loose or crumbled grout Colored or uneven grout color Type of grout: Sanded, Unsanded, Epoxy Excessive soiling Pre-existing baseboard damage Type of Tile or Stone and if it is acid sensitive. Step 2 - Pre-treat the tile and grout with a mild alkaline solution and allow dwell time. This pre-treatment loosens accumulated soil, grease, and contaminants, and prepares the surface for our cleaning process. The alkaline solution does not produce any harmful fumes, and ordinary ventilation removes the mild scent within minutes of completion of the job. If necessary we will use a safe gentle acid to attempt to remove any staining that did not come out with the alkaline cleaning agent. Step 3 - Agitate the prespray in the grout with a grout brush--if necessary Step 4 - Rinse the pre-spray with high pressured, hot water through our truck mounted machine. We use a pressure washing system designed specifically for tile & grout, acrylic, and epoxy surfaces. Our truck mounted cleaning process power washes the floor to extract soil and grease from the pores of the tile and grout or other hard surface floors. The system generates water pressure of 800 to 1,200 P.S.I. and water temperature of approximately 200 degrees to soften and extract years of soil and contaminants. The floor tool connects to a powerful vacuum hose, which sucks the cleaning disk to the floor, and confines the water spray inside the 16-inch disk. There is virtually no splash over to worry about. The vacuum hose draws away the water, along with the dirt, to a containment tank on our truck. You will find that our process restores the tile & grout to 85 to 90 percent of its original appearance. Some stains, (red wine, mustard, dyes, etc.) will not come out because they dye the grout, but the combination of heat, water pressure, and suction removes most stains. Step 5 - After cleaning we can seal your grout to help prevent resoiling and increase the longevity of the grout. Grout's high degree of porosity allows fluids and dirt to be absorbed, resulting in stained or dingy looking grout. Applying a sealer will help fill the pore structure and help keep the grout from absorbing stains and foreign materials. The sealer does not change the appearance of the floors by adding a shine or luster. Instead, it preserves the natural beauty of the surface. Notice the demo we cleaned in the middle of the floor. This tile had not been cleaned for 15 years, but as you can see it cleaned up like new. To get your tile & grout squeaky clean, call Referral Cleaning & Restoration at 483-4383.	Are you tired of getting on your hands and knees in an attempt to clean the grout, yet have little success? Testimonials From Fort Wayne Residents • Thank you for the excellent job cleaning the carpet and tile & grout in my home. I didn't realize how stained the grout was until I saw it cleaned. Now I want all of it cleaned! The carpet also looked excellent and it dried very quickly. Being able to trust you and your team in my home when I am not there makes getting the carpets cleaned so much more convenient. And better yet, the attention to detail is just the same whether I am home or not. I will recommend Referral to anyone who wants and excellent cleaning job. Thank you so much for a great job! Tony Buckhardt, Carpet Cushion & Supply - Fort Wayne, IN • You were professional and very thorough with a nice range of services. The tile and grout cleaning was amazing! It looks like new! I could tell the quality of cleaning was better. I loved the use of high powered fans and the very fast dry time. - Mrs. Jacquay - Fort Wayne, IN • The carpet looked almost new after cleaning. I didn't think it could get that clean. The tile floor also looked wonderful. If you have spots you can't get out, call Referral. The technicians explained the process, including the cautions about the grout. They asked questions about the spots, such as what caused them, so they knew what might work best to remove them. -Mrs. Waybright- Fort Wayne, IN • They were honest, took time to measure correctly, and took extra time. Everything looked great! They did a great job cleaning our tile and made it look like new! They were also ‘no pressure' salesmen while they were I my home. They took extra time with the cleaning and made sure to clean up the tough spots left from our two babies. - Mrs. Nussbaum - Fort Wayne, IN I appreciated the friendly professional technicians who got right to work and wasted no time. I had never had my ceramic tile floors professionally cleaned. It is definitely the way to go, my ceramic tile floors look brand new! - Mrs. Craig Referrals technicians were highly professional and extremely courteous. Ryan and Dave did a very thorough job even cleaning under the refrigerator and stove. They went over my expectations. The grout looks as good as new! Ryan and Dave took their time and did the job with personal interest. Other companies hurry through the job and don’t care what the end result may be. - Mr. & Mrs. Martin Notice the contrast between the dirty and clean areas. 13 Tips To Spotless Ceramic Tile & Grout. 1. Purchase a good quality dust mop and sweep your hard surface floors daily. 2. Dirt, mud, grit and sand can get ground into the tile and grout from heavy foot traffic. This abrasion will cause damage. 3. Do protect floor surfaces with non-slip mats or areas rugs. Dirt collecting carpet mats should be placed in frequently used entrances and shaken out weekly. Be sure the underside of the mat has a non slip surface. It is recommended that they are taken up and floors cleaned under them every month. 4. We do not recommend the use of floor waxes as they can be difficult to remove from ceramic tile floors. As long as your floor is properly sealed and maintained, you should find no need for these products. 5. Do not use vacuum cleaners that are worn. The metal or plastic attachments or the wheels may scratch the surface. 6. Many tile cleaners are acid based and their use should be limited. Always read the manufacturer’s directions. All acids, no matter how weak, will etch marble surfaces or damage the tile’s glaze or polish. Don't use vinegar, lemon juice or other cleaners containing acids on marble, limestone, travertine or onyx surfaces. In addition, avoid any cleaner that contains harsh abrasives. 7. Spot removal procedures should be expedited as soon as accidents occur. 8. After performing a wet maintenance, open windows or utilize fans to get air circulating. The faster it dries the better the results and less chance for rapid re-soiling. 9. Chairs and tables in hard surface areas could cause serious damage to floors if legs and corners are not protected. Teflon or felt can be used to prevent abrasive damage caused by the furniture. 10. When snow and ice are present, be sure to leave shoes that may have salt or liquid deicer on them at the door. Chemicals used in these products cause rapid and irreversible damage. 11. Dry sand on hard surfaces should be removed as soon as noticed. Wear patterns and scratches will dull your floor and reduce enhancement efforts. 12. Clean and rinse your hard surfaces often, at least weekly in high traffic or kitchen areas. Rinse with plain water unless using a recommended cleaner / protector product. 13. Seal the grout to increase its longevity after new installation of grout or professional cleaning. Applying a sealer will help fill the pore structure and help keep the grout from absorbing stains and foreign materials.

Referral Cleans Tile & Grout in Fort Wayne

Are You About to Take A Jack Hammer to Your Tile Floors?

Are Sick Of Looking At Those Filthy Grout Lines?

Tired of cleaning your floor with a mop, bucket and toothbrush?

Wish you could find someone that could really get your grout clean?

The Old Days Of Mops And Tooth Brushes Are Gone Forever!

Latest Technology Cleans Tile and Grout Like Never Before!

Tile & Grout cleaning contrast

Do you miss the white grout lines from the past? Are you tired of getting on your hands and knees in an attempt to clean the grout, yet have little success?

Tile & Grout Floors have become quite popular over the years. Unfortunately, some people have been told that these floors are virtually maintenance free except for an occasional mopping which is not the case. The necessity of cleaning grout has frustrated many homeowners, builders and contractors. After all, the appearance of the grout directly reflects on the cleanliness of the floor as well as on the individual maintaining it.

Why is grout so hard to clean? Grout is a mixture of cement, water and differently sized aggregates Because grout is a porous substance, microscopic pores allow dirt to become trapped below the surface, where regular mopping cannot remove it. Dirt continues to build up inside these pores, leaving the grout looking discolored and dirty.

Referral can thoroughly clean your tile and grout and make it look like it was freshly laid. Our cleaning process flushes out more dirt than a mop and bucket ever could. New tools now allow us to restore your grout to like new condition. Our system will remove oils, grease, grime, and soil from your tile and grout.
Our new technology allows us to clean your tile and grout with our truck-mounted hot water extraction system utilizing highly pressurized hot water with complete control and removal for the most thorough cleaning ever seen! The hot water rinse will whisk away the dissolved dirt, grease and spots. There are no worries about the sticky dirt attracting residue that a mop leaves behind. After the cleaning process we can apply a professional application of a sealer which will leave your floors resistant to staining and soiling. They will be so much easier to keep clean.

How Do We Clean Your Tile?
A Brief Explanation Of Our Process

Step 1 - Visual inspection. We will join you in the inspection to be sure that there are no damaged tile or grout areas. Some preexisting conditions may worsen during the cleaning process. We can not be responsible for these damages.

We will inspect for:

Chipped, broken, scratched, cracked or missing tiles
Lippage
Efflorescence
Etching
Missing, loose or crumbled grout
Colored or uneven grout color
Type of grout: Sanded, Unsanded, Epoxy
Excessive soiling
Pre-existing baseboard damage
Type of Tile or Stone and if it is acid sensitive.

Step 2 - Pre-treat the tile and grout with a mild alkaline solution and allow dwell time. This pre-treatment loosens accumulated soil, grease, and contaminants, and prepares the surface for our cleaning process. The alkaline solution does not produce any harmful fumes, and ordinary ventilation removes the mild scent within minutes of completion of the job. If necessary we will use a safe gentle acid to attempt to remove any staining that did not come out with the alkaline cleaning agent.

Step 3 - Agitate the prespray in the grout with a grout brush--if necessary

Step 4 - Rinse the pre-spray with high pressured, hot water through our truck mounted machine. We use a pressure washing system designed specifically for tile & grout, acrylic, and epoxy surfaces. Our truck mounted cleaning process power washes the floor to extract soil and grease from the pores of the tile and grout or other hard surface floors. The system generates water pressure of 800 to 1,200 P.S.I. and water temperature of approximately 200 degrees to soften and extract years of soil and contaminants. The floor tool connects to a powerful vacuum hose, which sucks the cleaning disk to the floor, and confines the water spray inside the 16-inch disk. There is virtually no splash over to worry about. The vacuum hose draws away the water, along with the dirt, to a containment tank on our truck. You will find that our process restores the tile & grout to 85 to 90 percent of its original appearance. Some stains, (red wine, mustard, dyes, etc.) will not come out because they dye the grout, but the combination of heat, water pressure, and suction removes most stains.

Step 5 - After cleaning we can seal your grout to help prevent resoiling and increase the longevity of the grout. Grout's high degree of porosity allows fluids and dirt to be absorbed, resulting in stained or dingy looking grout. Applying a sealer will help fill the pore structure and help keep the grout from absorbing stains and foreign materials. The sealer does not change the appearance of the floors by adding a shine or luster. Instead, it preserves the natural beauty of the surface.

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Tile & Grout Cleaning Contrast

Notice the demo we cleaned in the middle of the floor. This tile had not been cleaned for 15 years, but as you can see it cleaned up like new.

Squeaky Clean Tile
To get your tile & grout squeaky clean,
call Referral Cleaning & Restoration at 483-4383.

Are you sick of getting on your hands and knees to clean your tile?
Are you tired of getting on your hands and knees in an attempt to clean the grout, yet have little success?

Tile & grout cleaning contrast

Is your tile & grout clean or dirty?

Tile & grout cleaning tools

Testimonials From Fort Wayne Residents

• Thank you for the excellent job cleaning the carpet and tile & grout in my home. I didn't realize how stained the grout was until I saw it cleaned. Now I want all of it cleaned! The carpet also looked excellent and it dried very quickly. Being able to trust you and your team in my home when I am not there makes getting the carpets cleaned so much more convenient. And better yet, the attention to detail is just the same whether I am home or not. I will recommend Referral to anyone who wants and excellent cleaning job. Thank you so much for a great job! Tony Buckhardt, Carpet Cushion & Supply - Fort Wayne, IN

• You were professional and very thorough with a nice range of services. The tile and grout cleaning was amazing! It looks like new! I could tell the quality of cleaning was better. I loved the use of high powered fans and the very fast dry time. - Mrs. Jacquay - Fort Wayne, IN

• The carpet looked almost new after cleaning. I didn't think it could get that clean. The tile floor also looked wonderful. If you have spots you can't get out, call Referral. The technicians explained the process, including the cautions about the grout. They asked questions about the spots, such as what caused them, so they knew what might work best to remove them. -Mrs. Waybright- Fort Wayne, IN

• They were honest, took time to measure correctly, and took extra time. Everything looked great! They did a great job cleaning our tile and made it look like new! They were also ‘no pressure' salesmen while they were I my home. They took extra time with the cleaning and made sure to clean up the tough spots left from our two babies. - Mrs. Nussbaum - Fort Wayne, IN

I appreciated the friendly professional technicians who got right to work and wasted no time. I had never had my ceramic tile floors professionally cleaned. It is definitely the way to go, my ceramic tile floors look brand new! - Mrs. Craig

Referrals technicians were highly professional and extremely courteous. Ryan and Dave did a very thorough job even cleaning under the refrigerator and stove. They went over my expectations. The grout looks as good as new! Ryan and Dave took their time and did the job with personal interest. Other companies hurry through the job and don’t care what the end result may be. - Mr. & Mrs. Martin

Tile & Grout Cleaning

Notice the contrast between the dirty and clean areas.

13 Tips To Spotless Ceramic Tile & Grout.

1. Purchase a good quality dust mop and sweep your hard surface floors daily.
2. Dirt, mud, grit and sand can get ground into the tile and grout from heavy foot traffic. This abrasion will cause damage.
3. Do protect floor surfaces with non-slip mats or areas rugs. Dirt collecting carpet mats should be placed in frequently used entrances and shaken out weekly. Be sure the underside of the mat has a non slip surface. It is recommended that they are taken up and floors cleaned under them every month.
4. We do not recommend the use of floor waxes as they can be difficult to remove from ceramic tile floors. As long as your floor is properly sealed and maintained, you should find no need for these products.
5. Do not use vacuum cleaners that are worn. The metal or plastic attachments or the wheels may scratch the surface.
6. Many tile cleaners are acid based and their use should be limited. Always read the manufacturer’s directions. All acids, no matter how weak, will etch marble surfaces or damage the tile’s glaze or polish. Don't use vinegar, lemon juice or other cleaners containing acids on marble, limestone, travertine or onyx surfaces. In addition,
avoid any cleaner that contains harsh abrasives.
7. Spot removal procedures should be expedited as soon as accidents occur.
8. After performing a wet maintenance, open windows or utilize fans to get air circulating. The faster it dries the better the results and less chance for rapid re-soiling.
9. Chairs and tables in hard surface areas could cause serious damage to floors if legs and corners are not protected. Teflon or felt can be used to prevent abrasive damage caused by the furniture.
10. When snow and ice are present, be sure to leave shoes that may have salt or liquid deicer on them at the door. Chemicals used in these products cause rapid and irreversible damage.
11. Dry sand on hard surfaces should be removed as soon as noticed. Wear patterns and scratches will dull your floor and reduce enhancement efforts.
12. Clean and rinse your hard surfaces often, at least weekly in high traffic or kitchen areas. Rinse with plain water unless using a recommended cleaner / protector product.
13. Seal the grout to increase its longevity after new installation of grout or professional cleaning. Applying a sealer will help fill the pore structure and help keep the grout from absorbing stains and foreign materials.