Grapevine Cleaning and Home Services

The technicians from Goode Stump Grinding neatly mince the stump and root that remain after a tree has been chopped down. The grinder removes the arboreal leftovers from as low as 6–8 inches beneath the surface, effectively killing the roots so they don’t form another tree or try to steal your hammock-side lemonade. The service leaves scant trace, as the technician use the mulch created by the ground-up stump to cover up the hole. Over time, the resulting mound settles so that grass can eventually grow. And, if desired, homeowners can speed up the process with a layer of sod.

Lone Star Pools & Spa Service keeps watery playgrounds crystal clear with diligent, hands-on services and powerful cleaning products. Technicians attend to all elements of the pool, deploying underwater vacuums before algae can colonize the deep end. Staff members also constantly monitor water chemistry, and they clean and cart away any debris that has accumulated in the filters.

Unless windows are open, the air inside homes is a closed system of circulating particulate matter and gravity-resistant children. Since 1982, the staffers at ABC Air Duct Cleaning have cleared the air of unwanted dust and allergens. They go about this in a number of ways; in addition to clearing away the dust and debris that commonly haunts air ducts, the staff also investigates often overlooked sources of allergens and mold, such as the coils of air conditioners. Upholstery and carpeting—common havens for dust and pollen—get thorough cleanings with nontoxic, biodegradable cleansers. Additionally, the team unclogs dryer vents of lint, preventing hazardous overheating that can lead to house fires and towels that dry you off way too quickly.

After cans of soda and bottles of beer pass their expiration date, they don't go to the landfill. Thanks to the crew at Silver Creek Materials, the liquids inside are instead used to prepare nutrient-rich compost, which will nourish and sustain local gardens, lawns, and flowerbeds. Leaving nothing to waste, the crew recycles all the glass, metal, and plastic packaging.

Though making compost is only a small part of Silver Creek Materials' business, the aversion to waste and commitment to the environment reflects the company's focus on eco-friendly operations. When mining sands and soils, the staff works carefully to prevent adverse effects on the land or water, winning a Texas Environmental Excellence Award in 1997. The company also recycles organic materials such as trees, grass clippings, and fussy children's bread crusts.

Though hairstyles have changed drastically over the past two decades, the cleaning skills of mother-and-daughter team Alicia and Lola Cruz have remained constant through their 20 years in the housekeeping industry. Through Lola's Cleaning Service, they conduct residential and commercial cleaning sessions that are both timely and thorough. They also bring along their own supplies, eliminating the need for clients to synthesize their own Windex out of blue Kool-Aid and soap.