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Author: Alec Houle

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How Long Will My Carpets Take to Dry After Cleaning?

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One of the most common questions we hear from homeowners in Greater Boston and Cape Cod is:“How long will my carpets take to dry after a professional cleaning?” The answer depends on a few factors, but in most homes, carpets cleaned with professional hot water extraction take about 6–12 hours to dry. With proper airflow,… Continue reading How Long Will My Carpets Take to Dry After Cleaning?
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How to Keep Outdoor Cushions Looking New: Expert Cape Cod Cleaning Tips from Alec’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

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If you live on Cape Cod, you know your outdoor cushions take a beating. Between salty ocean air, humid summer nights, and sandy feet fresh from the beach, it doesn’t take long before your once-beautiful patio cushions start looking faded, stained, or even moldy. At Alec’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning LLC, we specialize in professional… Continue reading How to Keep Outdoor Cushions Looking New: Expert Cape Cod Cleaning Tips from Alec’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
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Why Alec’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning is the #1 Choice in Greater Boston, the South Shore, and Cape Cod

When it comes to finding the best carpet and upholstery cleaning company in the Greater Boston area, one name consistently rises above the rest — Alec’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning LLC. With over 55 years of experience, unmatched expertise, and a reputation for exceptional service, it’s no wonder why homeowners, interior designers, and upscale property managers… Continue reading Why Alec’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning is the #1 Choice in Greater Boston, the South Shore, and Cape Cod
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” Ask Alec “

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Ask Alec — Your Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Expert Have a question about carpet or upholstery cleaning? Wondering how to remove a stubborn stain, protect your furniture, or care for delicate rugs? Now, you can get answers directly from Alec Houle, with over 55 years of experience in the industry. Welcome back to “Ask Alec”… Continue reading ” Ask Alec “
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About Alec’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning LLC

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Experience Matters — But So Does a Team You Can Trust With over 55 years of hands-on expertise in carpet and upholstery cleaning, Alec Houle has built more than just a business — he’s built a legacy of quality, trust, and exceptional customer care. While Alec no longer needs to be on every job site,… Continue reading About Alec’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning LLC
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Towns That We provide Service To

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Below we have listed most of the towns where we provide service. We do serve other towns that are adjacent to many of these towns as well as Providence Rhode Island. Abington carpet cleaning, Abington upholstery cleaning, Acton carpet cleaning, Acton upholstery cleaning, Bedford carpet cleaning, Bedford upholstery cleaning, Beverly carpet cleaning, Beverly upholstery cleaning,… Continue reading Towns That We provide Service To
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Wearing Shoes in Your Home

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We all know or should know wearing shoes in your home will have many negative effects. The first and most visible is the result of premature wear, due to fiber loss from dry soil particles being tracked in from your shoes and it is these soil particles that have sharp edges and cut the fibers… Continue reading Wearing Shoes in Your Home
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Restoring Protected Leather

When it comes to leather, there are different types and also different procedures for cleaning or restoring these leather types. Of the three basic types, Protected, Aniline, and Nu-buck, I will show an easy way someone can inexpensively restore protected leather themsThe the first picture shows a chair with a protective leather, which means this… Continue reading Restoring Protected Leather
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Area Rugs With Multiple Pile Heights

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I love the looks of custom-made rugs with both multiple pile heights and different fibers or weaves but there are some downsides also. Today, designers look for rugs to enhance a room as well as flow well with different colors, textures, and feel of a room. One way they achieve this is with custom-made area… Continue reading Area Rugs With Multiple Pile Heights
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Issues With Silk

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Silk is one of the most desirable fibers used not only in clothing but also extremely popular in the use of high-end upholstery and window treatments.  Going beyond the looks and feel of silk, there are other characteristics one should consider.  Silk is the strongest natural protein fiber and has moderate abrasion resistance and has… Continue reading Issues With Silk
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