DIY vs. Professional House Cleaning Service 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 the right thing for their workers, the economy and the environment? 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…
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…
Read MoreHow to Go Green While Grilling
Tis the sweaty season of backyard barbecues! As you crack open a cold drink and watch the smoke from your trusty grill waft into the cloudless blue sky, take a pause and remember that you don’t have to limit yourself to barbecuing vegetables in order to practice eco-friendly grilling!
Read MoreSustainable Fireworks for 4th of July
Sunshine, barbecue, and fireworks. Every American knows that these 3 elements are fundamental for a bonafide 4th of July. For those who are keen to the hazards of fireworks, however, this perfect American formula may lose some of its wholesome charm…but be not disappointed! Safe, non-toxic alternatives can serve as worthy substitutes to help celebrate our Independence…
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