How are your services green?
We clean to promote good health and minimize damage to the environment. At 2 Green Chicks we reduce risk and safeguard health by using products and practices that eliminate the use of harsh chemicals. We also believe that cleaning green means not contributing to the overload of our landfills, so we purchase green cleaners in concentrate and refill containers. This diminishes the amount of packaging required to deliver the cleaning product. Green cleaning is a collection of new tools and practices that are applied to traditional methods. We disinfect and reuse our premium microfiber cleaning cloths instead of disposable wipes or paper towels. We also use new, high quality Dyson HEPA filter vacuums.
Specifically our products include Bon Ami for sinks, Pro Scrub for bathtubs and showers, vinegar and baking soda for hard water stains on shower doors and in tubs, vinegar for grease cutting and glass cleaning, Mrs. Meyers for all purpose cleaning such as countertops, Dyson vacuums with HEPA filters, microfiber and high quality cotton cloths, high quality cleaning tools such as scrub brushes, professional grade detail brushes, scrapers, and a microfiber mops for ultimate floor cleaning. When a floor is unsealed we can use vinegar and water or a specified cleaner per the owner's recommendation.
Why use a green cleaning service?
Green cleaning is good for allergy and asthma sufferers or anyone who is chemically sensitive and may have heightened concerns for what cleaners are used in their home. On average Americans spend about 90% of their time indoors. Unfortunately, according to the EPA the air inside homes is 2 to 5 times more polluted than the air outside. A few steps to improve indoor air quality are the following: keep the home clean and free of dust, control biological allergens (pollen from outside, dust mites, pet dander, mold and mildew) and avoid using perfumes or scented cleaning sprays. Using natural cleansers that are biodegradable, organic and non toxic will create a healthier environment for those who live in the homes we clean.
Is green cleaning more expensive?
Green cleaning is a premium service that takes a bit longer and products cost more but we are able to offer competitive pricing since we are not a franchise and have low overhead.
A lot of homes we have encountered have needed a little more work to get to the stage of maintenance cleaning. Some things such as under beds and furniture, tops of doors and trim, baseboards, corners, sinks with build-up, kitchens with build-up, blinds, bathrooms with hard water issues take longer the first time. Maintenance dusting can be done with a lambswool duster and a HEPA vacuum, while initial cleanings require more vacuuming to get rid of excessive dust.
We will work with your budget - if you would like only four hours a week we can deep clean several areas, come back the next time and maintenance clean those areas and deep clean several more.
What do you mean by aromatherapy?
True green cleaning is fragrance free, and we understand some people prefer or require their home to be as scent free as possible. However, we also understand that natural compounds can provide therapeutic and beneficial scents if used in the proper fashion. We don't mask odors, we clean to remove odors and then introduce products, with client approval, that create positive smells. Pillows and bedding are also sprayed upon request.
For 2012 we have the following fragrances:
- Eucalyptus Mint
- Gardenia
- Gourmet Vanilla
- Green Tea & Ginger
- Indian Chai
- Lavender
- Mandarin Grapefruit
- Pomegranate
- Raspberry Patchouli
- Relax
- Thai Lemongrass
- Tropical Berry
There is no extra charge for aromatherapy.
Do I need to be home when you clean?
No, we can provide our services when you are at home or away. We just need to discuss how you would like us to get access into your home.
Do you have Gift Certificates?
Yes!! We will provide a customized gift certificate for your recipient with graphics that suit the occasion. Ideas for gifting include: Sickness, New Baby, Wedding, Hard Times, New Home, Graduation, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas, Groundhog Day (hey why not?!) or any occasion!