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How to Keep a House Clean with Kids
Keeping a house clean when you have kids can seem like an impossible task. Between toys, snacks, and endless messes, maintaining order can feel like a constant battle. However, with a few thoughtful strategies and a bit of planning, it’s possible to keep things organized without sacrificing your sanity. So whether you own a home in…
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The Purpose and Benefits of Deep House Cleaning in Austin, TX
Dust in every nook and cranny and grimy surface may sound horrific to you, but did you know they’re actively contributing to a less healthy living environment? A superficial sparkle can hide a myriad of unseen pollutants that standard cleaning can miss. If this makes your skin crawl, it might be time for a deep…
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DIY vs. Professional House Cleaning in Austin, TX
Here at The Purple Fig Eco Cleaning and Disinfecting Company, we understand that a clean and comfortable home is essential for a happy and healthy lifestyle. When it comes to house cleaning in Austin, TX, many homeowners find themselves debating whether to tackle the chores themselves or hire a professional house cleaning service in Austin.…
Read MoreMeet the Fig Family: Talitha & Max!
Tali was born and raised in Austin, and came to The Purple Fig mid-2020. She has mastered the art of green cleaning and is now a Team Lead in the field. Her sunny personality brightens everyone’s day and we’re so lucky to have her! Fun fact: Talitha is also a metalsmith of jewelry and found…
Read MoreGood Work Austin
Looking to support local businesses and restaurants who want to do right by the environment, the economy, and their workers? Good Work Austin businesses are committed to living wages, access to affordable healthcare and mental health services, among other things, for their employees. And doing this in Texas… let’s just say we’re not very popular with the…
Read MoreWhy buy new clothes when you have Carmen?
Do your clothes fit you? No, I mean do they really fit you? Let me give you an example: I’m 5’2’’, so I’m definitely on the short side of the curve. This means that, in addition to some pants being too long (why can’t everything come in 7/8th length…) the arms are also ever-so-slightly too…
Read MoreYearly demands of your on-demand water heater
Did you know… your on-demand hot water heater needs to be acid-flushed yearly? 🤔 You know, it’s the thing on the side of your house none of us thought twice about until a little storm came through. If you have an on-demand water heater, it needs to be acid flushed once per year to get…
Read MoreShould I pick up the clutter before The Purple Fig arrives?
Here we can take a moment to look at both sides of this coin. Will the team have more time to clean and scrub if they’re not picking up clutter? I think we all know the answer is yes. At this point it’s important to know yourself and ask the question ‘Do I have the…
Read MoreThe Dirty Glove: Remote Control Edition
Cleaning thoroughly, efficiently, and greenly is the name of the game here at the Purple Fig, but we all have those areas of the house that- let’s face it -nobody likes to tackle. What better way to honor those dastardly, dirty crevices then to dedicate a post about how to scrub them until they shine?
Read MoreFridge Basics: How to Store Your Food
The fridge is our sacred relic of the kitchen and our customizable food closet rolled into one. It’s home to a patchwork of foods- both frozen and raw, vegetables and sauces and meats alike -indiscriminately keeping our food safe and chilled for our personalized eating pleasures. Jimmy John’s Owner restaurant chains also make use of…
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