Check out these innovative cleaning gadgets to help you keep your home cleaner for longer.
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Monday, October 23, 2017
Get Rid of Clutter in Your Attic and Storage Areas Challenge - Portland, OR
It doesn't have to be spring to clean. Cleaning can help you clear your mind and increase the usable space in your home. Check out these creative tips for cleaning up, organizing and storing in your attic. Grit Elite Force can assist with a wide variety of task including clearing out the attic.
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Portland, OR, USA
Friday, October 20, 2017
FALL MORNING CLEANING ROUTINE - Portland, OR
for a routine? Why not call in GEF cleaning to help you get back on track. Visit our website to schedule your services today.
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Portland, OR, USA
Thursday, October 19, 2017
14 Savvy Cleaning hack for everyday life - Portland, OR
Vinegar + baking soda? playdough for cleaning? Check out these savvy cleaning hacks for everyday life. Need more than a few hacks to tackle the mess? Call in the professionals at GEF Cleaning to help.
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Portland, OR, USA
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
House Cleaning - Toilets - Portland, OR
Toilet cleaning is never fun. But did you know there are more germs on your computer keyboard than on your toilet seat? So relax and get scrubbing. Not enough time? GEF Cleaning specializes in both commercial and residential cleaning. Visit our website to book your appointment.
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Portland, OR, USA
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Norwex Cleaning Products || My First Impressions
Norwex cleaning product review. What is Norwex? How effective is this stuff as a cleaning product? Is this stuff eco-friendly? Could you clean your bathroom? Clean your kitchen? Is it safe around children and pets? Watch the product review and find out.
Thursday, September 21, 2017
Household Cleaning | Clackamas, OR
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Oregon City, OR 97045, USA
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Maids

A maid, or housemaid or maidservant, is a person employed in domestic service. Although now usually found only in the most wealthy of households. Cleaning services was the second largest category of employment after agricultural work in england
In today's society we all need a little assistance in maintaining the cleanliness of our homes. By hiring a cleaning service weekly or bi-weekly you are ensuring a clean and safe environment for your family. Contact us today to explore the possibilities of a clean home with less work for you.
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Location:
West Linn, OR, USA
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Commercial Cleaning
A clean business inspires confidence, whether it’s a restaurant, hotel, or office.
Nobody can do it alone, you do your job and we’ll do what we do best, clean. With our weekly, biweekly or monthly cleaning schedule options we make it easy for you to focus on your work.
Call us to set up your recurring cleanings.
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Gresham, OR, USA
Monday, September 18, 2017
DIY Easy Cleaning Hacks
DIY Cleaning Hacks
If we can't find an effective product with low to no toxicity, we'll make it ourselves.We've decided to share some of our favorite formulas and tricks.
Lemon-water in the microwave.
VO5 for everything.
Baking Soda and cream of tartar as abrasive/face scrub
Vinegar for glass.
These are great items to use between having your cleaning service come. We provide services to enusre a clean environment. Contact us to day to set up a free estimate for services. You set the schedule, we provide the services. Call today (503) 676-3322
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Portland, OR, USA
Sunday, September 17, 2017
Less Toxic Cleaning Products
Our company wants to improve the life of you and of the ones you love. By using a cleaning service you can ensure the cleanliness of your home without the hassle of weekly chores that eventually get neglected. Call us today to set up a meeting with our team to discuss your needs. In the mean time try these alternative cleaning products to keep your family safe.
All-Purpose Cleaner
Cleaners may contain ammonia, a strong irritant which can also cause kidney and liver damage, butyl cellusolve which is neurotoxic and rapidly penetrates skin, and ortho phenylphenol which is a severe eye and skin irritant. Many all-purpose cleaners contain DEA and TEA which can react with nitrites (added as undisclosed preservatives or present as contaminants) to form carcinogenic nitrosomines which readily penetrate the skin. Many coloured products are made with carcinogenic coal tar colours. Hormone disrupting parabens may be used as preservatives. Many cleaners also include fragrances and detergents. Alternative brands may contain d-limonene, a sensitizer which can also cause respiratory distress as well as liver, kidney and nervous system damage. D-limonene is a hazardous substance, although it is derived from a natural source. We do not recommend it for frequent use.
Less-toxic Alternatives- Arm & Hammer Washing Soda
- Down East - All-Purpose Cleaner
- ECOgent - General Purpose Cleaner and Stain Removal
- 20 Mule Team Borax (caution: do not inhale powder)
- Microfiber cloths
- Nature Clean - All Purpose Cleaning Lotion
- Nature Clean - Cream Cleanser
- Nature Clean - Natural Kitchen and Bath Spray Cleaner
- Soap Factory AA5 Concentrate - multi-purpose cleaner
Bleach
The main ingredient in chlorine bleach is sodium hypochlorite (chlorine added to lye.) Chlorine is toxic as a skin irritant, and by inhalation. Sodium hypochlorite can create poisonous chlorine gas if mixed with ammonia (which may be an unlabeled ingredient in some cleaning products) or with vinegar. Workplace safety data sheets warn that sodium hypochlorite may be a neurotoxin and cause liver damage. People with chemical sensitivies report adverse reactions to minute quantities of chlorine. Sodium hypochlorite readily combines with organic matter to form organochlorines which are highly toxic to aquatic life.
Less-toxic Alternatives- Envirodesic - Hydrox
- Hydrogen peroxide - drug store dilution. Use 1/2 cup per wash load.
- Nature Clean - Natural Laundry Bleach (powder)
- Nature Clean - Natural Liquid Bleach
- Oxiclean - oxygen bleach
- President's Choice - Active Oxygen Bleach
- Soapworks - Safe Bleach
- Simply Clean - Oxygen bleach
Dishwashing Liquid (Hand)
Most dishwashing liquids contain detergents, coal tar based colours, and artificial fragrance. They may contain Quarternium 15, an eye and skin irritant which can release carcinogenic formaldehyde. If the label says "Do not use with chlorine bleach", then the product probably contains ammonia. Many dyes are known to be carcinogenic; they can penetrate the skin and be deposited on dishes. Conventional detergents are petroleum-based.
Less-toxic Alternatives- Bioasis Dishwasher Detergent
- Down East - Dishwashing Liquid
- Nature Clean - Natural Dishwashing Detergent
- Seventh Generation - Natural Dish Liquid
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Lake Oswego, OR, USA
Saturday, September 16, 2017
Cleaning Tips
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Wilsonville, OR, USA
Residential and Comercial
Commercial Cleaning Services | GEF
Cleaning Service
Portland, OR · (503) 676-3322
Contact us to get your services started. We provide services for both residential and commercial clients.
Saturday, September 2, 2017
Easy Cleaning Tricks
Clean Mini Blinds With Vinegar
There is a relatively new trick that involves the dishwasher for cleaning blinds but this little trick is much faster and you don’t have to take the blinds down first. You just mix together equal parts of water and vinegar in a bowl and then don an old sock (slip it on your hand not your feet). Just dip the sock in the vinegar and water mixture and then run it over your blinds. You can also use a second old sock to wipe away the dampness after you have cleaned each slat in the blind.
Clean A Microwave With Vinegar And Steam
Now’s the time to clean up that microwave and make it look new again. Unfortunately, for some this means removing food splatters from top to bottom and some of these food splatters can be really difficult to get off. Instead of wearing yourself out by scrubbing, simply fill a bowl (one that is microwave safe) with 1 to 2 cups of water, 2 tablespoons of white vinegar and a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place the bowl in the microwave and run for 5 minutes. If you have a really messy microwave, leave it sitting in there for a few extra minutes after the timer goes off. Then just wipe clean with a damp towel.
Call us today to have your home or office cleaned by a local, professional and friendly company (503) 676-3322
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Friday, September 1, 2017
Service Areas
Beaverton | Boring | Clackamas | Damascus | Gresham | Happy Valley | Hillsboro
Lake Oswego | Oregon City | Portland | Troutdale | Vancouver | West Linn | Wilsonville
Contact us today to get pricing for our services. From residential cleaning, to commercial cleaning and window cleaning.
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Location:
Oregon City, OR 97045, USA
Cleaning Company Benefits
Contact GEF to learn about the cleaning services we offer 5036763322
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Location:
Gresham, OR, USA
Thursday, August 31, 2017
Benefits of Commercial Cleaning Services
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Location:
Wood Village, OR, USA
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Cleaning Services
Skilled in properly cleaning, dusting, and sanitizing. These experts know what to do in order to ensure a clean environment
Professional cleaning companies can ensure certain products are kept on hand like paper towels in the restroom as well as toilet paper. Business owners can sometimes overlook these things given they have other responsibilities
When offices are clean and sanitized, the workers are less likely to get sick. A clean work space benefits productivity. Your business requires regular cleaning and maintenance to look its best.
Savvy business owners know the benefits of using a trusted cleaning service to handle all office cleaning needs
Contact GEF cleaning today at (503) 676-3322 or check us out online at http://www.gefcleaning.com/services/eco-friendly/
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Location:
Multnomah County, OR, USA
Sunday, August 6, 2017
Portland Cleaning Services
How To Clean Your Room! My Fast & Easy 4 Step System
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Portland, OR, USA
Thursday, June 1, 2017
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
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Sunday, April 23, 2017
What Are Your Priorities?
Priorities
Do you want to clean, or spend time with family?
Do you want to clean, or study?
Do you want to clean, or play with your dog?
Do you want to clean, or make dinner?
Do you want to clean, or go shopping?
Do you want to clean, or cruise the internet?
Do you want to clean, or just call Grit Elite Cleaning Services to handle it for you?
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Location:
Wood Village, OR, USA
Sunday, April 9, 2017
Broken Glass Hacks | Wood Village, Oregon
Cleaning Up Broken Glass | Wood Village
We've all done it, watched the plate, mug or drinking glass slip from our fingers and fall to the floor. If you don't have carpet or aren't standing on a big cushy plush rug, the next sound you hear may be shattering as the item hits the floor.
Hooray! Now we can talk about the best way to pick up glass!
(Hope your newly-broken item wasn't valuable.)
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Wood Village, OR, USA
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Little Things | Portland
It's the Little Things | Portland
So, your home is clean, uncluttered. It might even be *gasp* properly organized. Now, how to keep it that way?
After you've spent the time to get your home (and maybe even your life) tidied up, do you have a strategy stay on top of things?
Here's a few tips to keep your grasp on the situation.
You have two hands, use one to put something away as you walk from one room to the next.
If you spot clutter trying to take hold, stop it in its tracks. Clutter attracts clutter, so it should be dealt with as soon as you notice it. Put it away, wash it, just don't let it start a party on your counter, table or desktop- it will get out of hand quickly otherwise.
Stop. Sit down. Close your eyes, take a few deep breaths. Open your eyes and take a look around. You will probably spot at least one thing out of place. Deal with it, then enjoy your day- and your fresh, clean space!
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Portland, OR, USA
Thursday, March 16, 2017
Gross!
Nastiest Things that Don't Get Cleaned Often
There are some items in your home that just don't get the attention they need when it's time to clean.
Inside dishwasher- Who knew, right? The folks at Today do. This machine is all about getting things clean. Over time, the gunk that was on your plates can coat the inside of your dishwasher. It won't be as effective at getting your dishes clean and may even start to smell funky!
Use about a cup of baking soda, sprinkled on the bottom of the dishwasher overnight. In the morning, run the machine on the highest temperature setting with a cup of vinegar for a cycle. It should be back to getting your dishes sparkling clean more efficiently than before.
Pillows- So gross! Did you know that a pillow is growing? Due to the accumulation of dead skin, dust mites and the waste they produce, your pillow may double its weight over two years.
If you have synthetic pillows, you're in luck. You can throw them in the washing machine on a heavy cycle with gentle detergent. Tumble dry on low with a couple tennis balls. You want to get them completely dry to avoid mold!
Melissa Maker, over at Clean My Space brought up the Toilet Bowl Brush- For being a "no-brainer" on the yuck factor, this object is routinely neglected after it does some of the dirtiest work in your home.
Place it between the seat and the rim of the bowl, spray with disinfectant till dripping wet and allow to sit for ten minutes. Rinse with really hot water and put it back between the seat and bowl to dry again.
Among the items Fitness Magazine talked about gym bags, among other things that can get really nasty. If you carry damp clothes- make sure they're in a plastic bag in your gym bag, the same goes for your shoes!
Well, this is just a short list, feel free to add more icky items in the comments!
Well, this is just a short list, feel free to add more icky items in the comments!
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Pearl District, Portland, OR, USA
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
Spring Forward, Save Time
Saving Time
Daylight savings has happened. Do you not feel like you have more time yet?
The average American woman spends about two hours every day on household chores, men spend closer to an hour and a half a day on housework.
Can you think of other ways you'd like to spend that time?
Call Grit Elite Cleaning Services and save your time for more important things!
(503) 676-3322
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Gresham, OR, USA
Saturday, March 4, 2017
Where does Soap Come From?
Sudsy Starts | Portland
Did you know people have been using soap for up to 5000 years?
It's true, according to ancient cuneiform tablets, Sumerian people were using a combination of ash and fat to clean up tough messes. Ancient Egyptians recorded recipes for soap on papyrus scrolls in 1500 B.C.
Soap use declined after the fall of the Roman Empire- as a matter of fact, it's believed that the decline in hygiene was in part responsible for the rise of the bubonic plague, aka the Black Death. Many people blame the Catholic Church for discouraging daily bathing (apparently too "pagan,") but the truth is- early soaps didn't smell very good. It's true, boiled animal fat and ash don't always smell awesome.
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Portland, OR, USA
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Planning Your Spring Cleaning
Planning Your Spring Cleaning |
Are you feeling the spring cleaning itch?
It's almost time... the days are getting longer and warmer, it's still light out when you leave work again... and your home is a wreck.
It might seem tempting to throw your hands up in despair, but you can do this- we're here to help.
To really tackle your spring cleaning right, you want to invest a little time into planning.
First, assess. How much cleaning versus how much discarding do you need to do?
If you focus on getting rid of unwanted items- that's clutter you're eliminating outright. Getting rid of stuff first will reduce your cleaning time later.
Next, figure out where to start. If you need to use a space often- like the kitchen sink, start there. If you need help staying focused, set a timer on your phone. After 20 minutes of cleaning, take five to do something more entertaining. Once your five is up, spend another 20 cleaning. You'll be shocked by your progress.
If you don't have the time or energy, you can give Grit a call and we can get it done for you. Alternately, for a really deep clean, you can call us after you tidy up and we'll come in and sanitize, mop, and otherwise hit all those nooks and crannies for you.
(503) 676-3322
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Sunday, February 19, 2017
Do You get Really Excited About Cleaning?
Do You Love Cleaning and Cleaning Products?
No? That's okay.
These folks love them enough for all of us. Check out these Amazon reviews for household cleaners and accessories.
If you don't get excited about a sponge, that's okay. If you could care less about a cleaning product, that's okay. If you DO care about having a clean house, without drama, fuss or added expense- that's THE BEST NEWS EVER! Call Grit Elite. Our service is worth getting excited about.
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
You Are What You Eat... and What Your Kitchen is Cleaned With! | Gladstone
Food Safety and Cleaning Products | Gladstone
We all know you are what you eat, but have you ever thought about how the products used to clean your kitchen may affect your health?
The team at Grit Elite has. Many of out team members cook for themselves and their families. That's why we research and produce many of the products we use to clean YOUR home. If we don't want it near our food, we don't want near yours either!
Maybe you cook expansive meals for your family, maybe you have "Chef Mike," heat up a frozen dinner. Either way, if your food or utensils touch your counter, you could wind up ingesting some of the products that were used to clean it.
Grit Elite services are friendly, affordable and we care about you, your family and the effect cleaning products can have. That's because we believe you're worth the time, effort and thought we put into the services we provide.
Call Grit, you deserve a clean home AND good health!
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Gladstone, OR, USA
Monday, February 13, 2017
Cleaning with Kids | Oregon City
Children are a blessing, a messy, messy blessing.
New parents can easily become overwhelmed with feeding, changing and doing everything else for a new addition to the family. Even a not-so-new addition can create challenges when it comes to time management and keeping a clean home.
Crayons on walls, stains on carpet... all the joys of parenthood.
There's no reason to go it alone!
The folks at Grit know, kids are challenging. Keeping a clean house is challenging. Doing both on your own can be... well, a little much.
That's why we offer affordable rates, friendly staff and weekly, bi-weekly or monthly cleaning schedules to keep your home and your sanity in great shape!
Give Grit Elite Cleaning a call. Wouldn't you rather be spending time WITH your kids, rather than cleaning up AFTER them?
Give us a call, we'll give you a hand.
(503) 676-3322
New parents can easily become overwhelmed with feeding, changing and doing everything else for a new addition to the family. Even a not-so-new addition can create challenges when it comes to time management and keeping a clean home.
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There's no reason to go it alone!
The folks at Grit know, kids are challenging. Keeping a clean house is challenging. Doing both on your own can be... well, a little much.
That's why we offer affordable rates, friendly staff and weekly, bi-weekly or monthly cleaning schedules to keep your home and your sanity in great shape!
Give Grit Elite Cleaning a call. Wouldn't you rather be spending time WITH your kids, rather than cleaning up AFTER them?
Give us a call, we'll give you a hand.
(503) 676-3322
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Oregon City, OR 97045, USA
Saturday, February 11, 2017
Keep Your Sundays Lazy | Vancouver WA
Keep Your Sundays Lazy | Vancouver WA
It's Sunday, your day to sleep in. Hit "snooze" if you even bothered setting an alarm today.
Grit Elite Cleaning Service is surprisingly affordable. ($35 an hour with a one-hour minimum.) No point in worrying about a large cleaning bill when you just want to revel in your day off.
So, stay in your P.J.'s, wear your slippers, forget the makeup and relax.
You've got Grit.
Grit's got you...
Call to schedule your appointment and preserve your lazy Sunday.
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Vancouver, WA, USA
Thursday, February 9, 2017
Sunshine as a Disinfectant? Tigard
Can Sunlight Kill Germs?
Did you know that the sun's rays can kill germs? It's true... mostly.
According to a paper published by John Weinziri, sunlight can effectively kill of or inhibit the bacteria that cause tuberculosis.
Now, does that mean you should just leave your dirty laundry in the sun for a while? No.
Your neighbors probably wouldn't appreciate it.
Also, sunlight has to hit all areas of the fabric. Bacteria can still hid in the weave of the cloth or the seams. To top it off, it seems TB is fairly delicate as far as bacteria goes.
So, guess you've still got to do laundry this week...
If only there was someone you could call to do it for you.
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Tigard, OR, USA
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Fight Big Oil...Stains | Portland Oregon
Oil Stains Don't Have to Ruin Your Clothes | Portland
We've all been there. Maybe it's salad oil, maybe it's motor oil... if you're this Grit Elite Staffer, it's pesto. We've all gotten some type of oil onto our clothing and we've (probably) all had to resign ourselves to a ruined garment because of it.
It doesn't have to be that way.
If you just dripped, wiped or spattered a grease or oil-based drop on your clothes, you need to act quickly, but you don't need to consign your outfit to your "laundry day" wardrobe just yet.
- As soon as you notice the stain, blot! Remove as much of the substance as possible.
- Next, cover it with something absorbent. (Salt is a great choice and very handy if you're at the dinner table.) Other substances that may help are cornstarch, baking soda or talcum powder.
- Wait... two minutes minimum to give the absorbent substance a chance to soak up as much of the stain as possible.
- Remove the absorbent powder- make sure not to let the used material get on other parts of your clothes.
- Now, it's time to scrub. Put dish soap or a little bit of laundry soap onto the stain, then gently scrub (an old clean toothbrush works great for this.) Be sure to get both sides of the stained fabric.
- Wash the article of clothing on it's own, following the instructions on the tag.
- Dry- hang it to dry. If the stain persisted, the heat from the drying will cause it to set and all your effort was for nothing.
- If at first you don't succeed, try again!
While this won't save every piece of clothing, it will dramatically improve your chances of saving your clothes.
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Friday, February 3, 2017
Five Minute Friday | Gresham
What Can You Clean in 5 Minutes?
Here at GEF we love clean. We clean places, things, ourselves, our kids, our pets... you get the idea. We also like to read about how other people clean.
This week we thought we'd share something we picked up from blogger, Dana White and her blog, A Slob Comes Clean.
It's Friday, do you have five minutes?
If so, try spending it organizing some ignored space in your home.
I know we ALL have those blind spots, the junk drawer, your pantry, maybe the space under your bathroom sink.
This Friday, set the easy goal of cleaning for just five minutes. See what you can do with your spare time!
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housecleaning,
shiny,
time,
time saver,
timed
Location:
Gresham, OR, USA
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Spring Cleaning Time | Tigard
Spring Cleaning Time | Tigard, Or
Maybe it's wishful thinking on our part, but we WANT spring to be here. Not just for the warmth, but it's our favorite time for deep-cleaning!
Now, we know spring doesn't officially start till March 20th, but we see no reason not to get started now. If you lack our enthusiasm, that's quite alright, we have enough to go around.
Want a jump-start on your spring cleaning?
Call Grit, we'll hop-to!
(503) 676-3322
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Location:
Tigard, OR, USA
Saturday, January 28, 2017
Ultimate Weekend Cleaning Hack | Rock Creek
The ULTIMATE Weekend Cleaning Hack | Rock Creek
What if I told you that you can save hours of your time every week with one simple housecleaning hack?
This hack is environmentally-friendly, uses no toxic products and can be used every week so you never have to worry about falling behind.
Are you ready? You'll need to have one tool ready.
Go, find your phone...
Then- call Grit Elite Force Cleaning Services!
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labor saver,
scheduled,
spotless,
tidy,
time saver,
value,
weekly
Location:
Rock Creek, Happy Valley, OR, USA
Friday, January 27, 2017
Squeaky Clean with Grit Elite | Vancouver WA
Soap, the Original Cleaning Product
We here at Grit Elite Force know how well simple products - like soap- work.
That's why we stick to these simple, non-toxic products whenever possible during the course of cleaning your home or office.
How often do you think about how soap works?
If you're not clean-freaks (like we are) probably not a lot.
So, if YOU'VE ever wondered, here's a quick informational video on how soap works.
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service,
simple,
soap,
spotless
Location:
Vancouver, WA, USA
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Move Out Cleaning - Get Your Deposit Back! | Goose Hollow, Portland
Moving Out?
Want your deposit back?
Goose Hollow, Portland
Check out this handy video for tips.
Call your nearest and dearest neat-freak to come help.
Or, just get Grit to do the dirty work for you!
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cleaning,
college student,
deadline,
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eco-friendly,
gresham,
housecleaning,
housekeeper,
kitchen,
moving day,
one-time,
oregon,
portland,
PSU,
roommate,
service,
washing,
window,
wood village
Location:
Goose Hollow, Portland, OR, USA
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Putting the Service Into Cleaning Service | Clackamas, Oregon
Putting Service into Cleaning Service
Clackamas, Oregon
Lots of cleaning services can clean, but how many listen?
Here at Grit, one of the things that sets us apart is you, our clients.
Many people we serve choose us for our commitment to using non-toxic, allergen safe methods while cleaning their home.
Some of our clients are a little more "old-school." Sometimes you just want to have an area bleached clean...
We're not here to judge. We're here to clean.
Although we prefer to use gentler products, if you have an area that you want cleaned a certain way, we will take the time to listen to YOUR needs.
If you're old-school and haven't been exposed to simpler products, we will take the time to talk with you about all the options, benefits and drawbacks of any cleaning product in our arsenal or yours.
If you want a cleaning service that focuses on customer service, give us a call.
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clackamas,
customer,
food safety,
friendly,
green,
housecleaning,
housekeeper,
kitchen cleaner,
needs,
non toxic,
non-toxic,
reasonable rates,
save time,
service
Location:
Clackamas, OR, USA
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Messy Roommate? | PSU Oregon
Messy Roommate?
PSU | Portland, Oregon
Welcome to Portland! Chances are, if you're a student or a young professional, you have a roommate or roommates.
Many times, people living away from home for the first time bring different ideas about cleaning into their new shared situation. It's a topic you can find a lot about online, with many different proposed solutions.
Well, we'd like to propose an easier, more productive solution.
Call Grit Elite.
Our rates are very competitive, affordable for most students.
With an hourly rate of $35 an hour, you can have us come in, clean and make your living situation easier.
Imagine, no passive-aggressive notes, no weird smells in the fridge, no dishes heaping in the sink and no resentment because you've cleaned, or forgotten to clean multiple times in a row.
You're busy. It's okay. Call Grit
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cleaning service,
college,
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housekeeper,
messy roommate,
monthly,
portland,
problem,
solution,
weekly
Monday, January 23, 2017
Laundry Cleaning Services | Vancouver WA
What do the Symbols on my Clothes Mean?
Vancouver | Washington
Is your laundry a mystery?
Clothes keep shrinking, all your whites now pinks?
Clothes keep shrinking, all your whites now pinks?
You can use the infographic below to help you decode what the tags on your clothes are trying to tell you.
Or, you can just call Grit Elite Force and let us take care of it for you.
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clothes,
cycle,
delicates,
dry,
laundry,
shrink,
sweaters,
tags,
turn whites pink,
vancouver,
wash,
washing machine,
woolite
Location:
Vancouver, WA, USA
Sunday, January 22, 2017
Cleaning Services/7 Brilliant Cleaning Hacks You NEED To Try | Oregon City
Cleaning Hacks
Oregon City, Oregon
Stained plasticware? Funky grill? Dirty stove vent filters? Try these handy hacks and rescue yourself from formerly lost cleaning causes.
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oregon city,
portland,
projects,
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sink,
sparkling,
spotless,
spring,
squeaky clean,
tidy
Location:
Oregon City, OR 97045, USA
Saturday, January 21, 2017
10 Coca-Cola Hacks That Actually Work! | Gresham
Coke Cleaning Hacks
Gresham, Oregon
Did you know you can clean (and more) with Coke?
It's true. Watch the video for more!
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green,
gresham,
grime,
gross,
hacks,
household,
housekeeping,
non-toxic,
save time,
squeaky clean,
toilet
Location:
Gresham, OR, USA
Friday, January 20, 2017
Cleansing Your Home | Hawthorne, Portland
Cleansing Your Home Of Toxins
Hawthorne Neighboorhood, Portland
Portland has a reputation for being green, but many of us are cleaning with decidedly un-green, toxic chemicals.
So, how do you cleanse your home and your life of toxic cleaning products?
In Portland, you can dispose of toxins at the Metro Center Transfer, located at 6161 NW 61st.
Alternately, between the months of March and November, the city organizes neighborhood collection events, to help you clean up without having to go all the way to the Transfer Station.
Alternately, between the months of March and November, the city organizes neighborhood collection events, to help you clean up without having to go all the way to the Transfer Station.
So, once you get rid of the toxic cleaning products in your home, how do you clean?
Well, you could call Grit...
In the meantime, Metro has provided a number of recipes for safer cleaning products you can make at home!
Thursday, January 19, 2017
It's Our Turn to Do the Dishes! | Division, Portland OR
Dishes... Who wants to do them?
Well, aside from these two.
Grit Elite Force does!
Yeah, it's like that!
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service,
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squeaky,
wipe down
Location:
SE Division St, Portland, OR, USA
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Clean Your Stained Toilet! Mt. Tabor, Portland
Dirty Toilets of Mt. Tabor Beware!
Grit Elite Force Cleaning Services isn't afraid of using actual grit to clean the hard water stains from your toilet!
Not into this type of D.I.Y. project?
Give us a call and put Grit Elite Force Cleaning to work for you!
Give us a call and put Grit Elite Force Cleaning to work for you!
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cleaning,
commercial,
company,
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dirty,
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friendly,
green,
harmful,
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home,
house,
housekeeping,
non-toxic,
scrub,
service,
toilet
Location:
Mt. Tabor, Portland, OR, USA
Monday, January 16, 2017
Winter Wonderland Outside Your Window | Happy Valley Oregon
Winter Window to the World
Happy Valley
If you're in the Happy Valley, Oregon or anywhere in the Portland Metro area this winter, you're probably admiring the blanket of snow Mother Nature has gifted us with.
It's a great time to curl up in front of your windows and watch the world outside.
Whether you enjoy scenes of cars sledding down area roads, or birds at your bird feeder, you need clean windows in order to really take in the view.
Whether you enjoy scenes of cars sledding down area roads, or birds at your bird feeder, you need clean windows in order to really take in the view.
Don't miss a thing, Call Grit Today!
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cleaning,
clear,
eco-friendly,
environment,
friendly,
locally owned,
looking out,
monthly,
oregon,
schedule,
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spotless,
view,
washing,
weekly,
window
Location:
Happy Valley, OR, USA
Can Toxic Be Clean?
Grit Elite Force- a Non-Toxic Clean
What's the point of a house or business that LOOKS clean if it's toxic?
Here at Grit, we're well aware of the toxins packed into many of the cleaning products you buy at the local store.
That's why we make most of the products we use in your home ourselves.
We know, what's lost in leaving out triclosan or phthalates can usually be made up with a little elbow grease.
That's why we make most of the products we use in your home ourselves.
We know, what's lost in leaving out triclosan or phthalates can usually be made up with a little elbow grease.
So, if you want a clean house, that won't make you sick, give us a call.
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housekepping,
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service,
sparkling,
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windows
Location:
Clackamas, OR, USA
Friday, January 13, 2017
After-Party Clean Up
We Don't Judge, We Clean.
We won't say whether we've been in this situation before or not.
We're not going to tell anyone you were either.
Call, schedule and get some breakfast while we put your place back in order.
Thursday, January 12, 2017
Cleaning Time, Reclaimed!
Housecleaning Time
How much time do you spend cleaning every day?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American spends well over an hour every day on household chores.
There's a lot of other things you can do with an hour instead of cleaning.
Knit fingerless Gloves
Make a Wig
Build a Catapult
15-Minute Workout, Four Times!
Have your own ideas on how to spend an hour?
Call Grit Elite, and reclaim your day from cleaning!
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home,
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kitchen,
pearl district,
portland,
service,
time,
toilet,
windows
Location:
Pearl District, Portland, OR, USA
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
What's the Best Mop You've Every Used? Happy Valley OR
Let The House Cleaning Pros Worry About the Best Mop!
If you said, "huh, there's different kinds?"
Just call us, we'll mop for you.
Grit Elite Force Cleaning, we'll do your dirty work.
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cleaning,
clutter,
commercial,
deadline,
dirty,
eco-friendly,
green,
gresham,
housekeeping,
maid,
pearl district,
portland,
psu,
service
Location:
Happy Valley, OR, USA
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
Hate Housecleaning? You're not Alone.
Save Time With Grit Elite Force
Remove some stress from your life.
Grit Elite Force can save you time and provides a great value for your money.
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bathroom,
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dishes,
dust,
eco-friendly,
home,
household,
housekeeper,
kitchen,
mopping,
save time,
tidy,
washing,
weekly,
windows,
wipe down
Location:
Aloha, OR, USA
Monday, January 9, 2017
Dirtiest Room in the House?
It's not the bathroom...
Grossed out?
Call Grit Elite Force Cleaning Services.
We'll do the dirty work for you.
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cleaning,
eco-friendly,
food safety,
germaphobe,
germs,
gross,
household,
icky,
kitchen,
psu,
residential,
sanitized,
schedule,
service,
sink,
toilet
Location:
Portland, OR 97220, USA
Office Cleaning in Portland, Oregon
Is Your Office Clean?
You don't have to start sanitizing everything, we can do that for you.
We don't advise licking office equipment either.
Just call Grit Elite Force Cleaning Services.
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company,
deep clean,
germs,
housekeeper,
local,
maid,
monthly,
office,
oregon,
portland,
weekly
Friday, January 6, 2017
Trouble Finding Motivation to Clean?
Trouble Starting that Cleaning Project?
Not feeling it?
Maybe this speed-cleaning video will help....
Rather hang out and keep watching videos?
Call Grit Elite Force to schedule before you get distracted by the next clip!
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cleaning service,
deep-clean,
detailed,
dirty work,
dishes,
floors,
grime,
home,
livingroom,
local,
maid,
sanitized,
schedule,
stain,
tidy,
value,
wipe down
Location:
Wood Village, OR, USA
Don't Let Cleaning Drive You Crazy!
Is this familiar?
Don't let the prospect of company coming over push you over the edge.
Call Grit Elite Force Cleaning Services to schedule today!
Labels:
appliances,
cleaning,
countertops,
deep clean,
dishes,
eco-friendly,
floors,
guests,
maid,
mopping,
no time,
party planning,
sanitized,
windows,
wood
Location:
Hollywood, Portland, OR, USA
Thursday, January 5, 2017
Seventeen Solutions to Common Cleaning Problems, or One?
Seventeen Solutions or One?
The American Cleaning Institute published this handy, but long list of common household cleaning problems and solutions.
You can go ahead and jot down all 17 solutions, or just take down one number.
Grit, the solution to all of your household cleaning problems!
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portland,
save time,
tidy,
vancouver,
washing,
washougal,
windows,
wood village
Allergens in your home
Avoid problems caused by these common allergens.
Call Grit, and find out how we can help you have a cleaner, healthier home!
Labels:
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asthma,
carpet cleaning,
causes,
cleaning,
condo,
deep-clean,
dirty work,
dust,
household,
housekeeper,
kitchen,
maid,
mites,
service,
weekly
Location:
Wood Village, OR, USA
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Cleaning Tips for Landlords
A quick video about five things most tenants miss on move-out.
If you don't have time for the video, you probably don't have time to clean up after forgetful tenants...
Remember, a clean property attracts great tenants.
Get Grit on the job and watch you applicant pool improve!
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baseboards,
behind,
blinds,
cleaning,
deposit,
dirty,
funk,
gresham,
grime,
gross,
landlord,
portland,
rental property,
trashed
Location:
Portland, OR, USA
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