Here is the list of the most frequently asked questions. If you can’t find the answer contact us here.
What is ozone?
Ozone (O3) gas occurs naturally in the upper atmosphere. It is often used as a safe but very powerful disinfectant (3,000 times faster than bleach). It rapidly oxidizes any bacteria that it comes in contact with, then reverts safely back into Oxygen (O2), making it one of the most environmentally friendly cleaning methods available.
It effectively deodorizes, disinfects, and destroys bacteria, fungi, allergens, and other odor-causing agents.
Has long been used in water treatment, food sterilization and medical therapies for its remarkable anti-viral, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties.
Is ozone safe?
Ozone is completely harmless and safe to handle. The primary reason for this is that ozone is impossible to store; it must be created and used on-site. In the process of destroying odor, ozone decomposes into harmless oxygen. Ozone also leaves no residue behind. Hydrogen peroxide and chlorine are not only less effective oxidants, they also leave potentially toxic residue behind!
What can you clean?
Fresh Jock expertly cleans equipment used in just about any sport, including hockey, lacrosse, football, baseball, wrestling. Helmets, shoulder and elbow pads, knee and shin pads, footwear, skates, gloves – almost any equipment used by athletes can be cleaned, disinfected & refreshed.
What’s in my equipment that I should be worried about?
- Gastroenteritis (commonly known as stomach flu, resulting in diarrhea and nausea)
- Other viral illnesses such as influenza, colds, pneumonia and chicken pox
- Various skin infections including impetigo caused by either the streptococcus (strep) or staphylococcus (staph) germs
- Diarrhea, bleeding and cramping caused by a strain of E. Coli, found in fecal matter and often ending up in the athletic supporter
Where can I drop off my gear?
Fresh Jock has partnered with Barker’s Fine Dry Cleaning to make dropping off your gear easy! Click here to learn more…