Meet the team
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Whether you’re a homeowner or business owner and you’re looking for the right people to partner with to make your spaces clean and enjoyable again, HammondKnoll’s personalized expert care is here to serve.
With dedicated technicians, you can rely on an entire team that works hard for the success of exceptional results—you’ll be pleasantly surprised and say, “Wow—that looks amazing!”
Long-term success is fueled by a hunger for knowledge and learning.
We actively pursue and invest in making ourselves better every day.
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ammondKnoll technicians gain special certifications from the International Institute of Carpet and Rug Cleaners (IICRC), The Association of Specialists of Carpet and Rug Cleaning, and other significant industry qualifying organizations.
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creened, insured, and bonded employees have been with the team for up to 25 years. On-the-job training with experienced technicians and trainers ensures a craftsman’s heritage is passed on, followed by continued education through the IICRC.
Jacob is Hammond Knoll’s Lead Rug Fabrication Technician and enjoys the variety of challenges that fabrication presents. In his down time, Jacob likes to do home improvement projects, watch sports and learning about anything related to science, history, and human evolution.
Tim has worked at Hammond Knoll for 19 years. He is currently working in the plant and rug fabrication department. Over the last 19 years Tim has touched each HK service with a positive “what’s best for the company” attitude. He has worked in the cleaning and restoration business for over 22 years. His favorite book is “The Power of Your Subconscious Mind” and he enjoys hiking and traveling in his spare time. Tim also likes to work in his garage whenever he gets the chance.
Shane was working as a carpet cleaning and repair technician for Clearview Carpet Cleaning before we merged together, now he is a part of the HK cleaning crew. Prior to becoming a professional cleaner, Shane served in the military for 20 years (thanks for your service, Shane). When he is not bringing sparkle and shine to your home or business he spends time fishing and camping with his twin son and daughter, as well as his lovely wife.
Austin spends a majority of his time at HK on the pick-up and delivery truck, when he is not on the truck he is part of our area rug wash team. Austin enjoys spending time in the garden, fishing and longboarding around town. He is also a woodworker of sorts as he likes to build wooden furniture and shelves. Austin loves pets, part of his pet collection includes: a turtle, rats, geckos, snakes, tarantula’s, guinea pigs, fish, cats and dogs.
Shane was working as a carpet cleaning and repair technician for Clearview Carpet Cleaning before we merged together, now he is a part of the HK cleaning crew. Prior to becoming a professional cleaner, Shane served in the military for 20 years (thanks for your service, Shane). When he is not bringing sparkle and shine to your home or business he spends time fishing and camping with his twin son and daughter, as well as his lovely wife.
Whether your rug needs new edging, fringe, or repair, Trevor’s skills for custom work and a keen eye for detail can refurbish your area rugs or take your leftover carpet remnants and turn them into rugs to accent your home. Both residential and commercial clients of HammondKnoll are wowed when Trevor does the work! In his spare time, being a Pacific Northwest native, Trevor enjoys time outdoors with his family and friends.
Whether your rug needs new edging, fringe, or repair, Trevor’s skills for custom work and a keen eye for detail can refurbish your area rugs or take your leftover carpet remnants and turn them into rugs to accent your home. Both residential and commercial clients of HammondKnoll are wowed when Trevor does the work! In his spare time, being a Pacific Northwest native, Trevor enjoys time outdoors with his family and friends.
Cody is part of our “friendly” pick-up and delivery team, he also spends some of his work time in the shop cleaning area rugs and upholstery. While Cody is not working he plays the guitar, sometimes he and his Dad get together for a jam session with his Dad playing the drums. He also fancies himself some skateboarding from time to time. Cody has a Chihuahua named Zeus and 2 cats Chi and Sushi.
THE HAMMONDKNOLL STORY
THE HAMMONDKNOLL STORY
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Local entrepreneur Ed Cartozian started cleaning oriental and area rugs in Tacoma in the 1930s. After WWII, the cleaning company moved to the present location on South G St. in Tacoma. In the early 1950′s, Ed began selling the newly popular broadloom carpeting (known today as wall-to-wall) and sold the cleaning business to two of his employees with the last names of Hammond and Knoll
In 1987, Matt O’Haleck bought the local carpet store and building from owner Ed Cartozian. In its first year under new ownership, revenue increased 400 percent. The business has continued to grow 15 times larger since 1987, expanding from three employees to thirty.
Serving Western Washington since 1939, HammondKnoll continues its tradition of excellent service established by its founders.