Relax In A Cleaner Home: Carpet Cleaning 101
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| − | + | Do you havestains and dirt? Alternatively, other blemishes on your carpet? You are probably in need of a carpet cleaning company if so. But, like most people, you probably unaware of what a good, reliable carpet cleaning company consists of, making it hard for you to pick out a company. In the following piece, you will be given advice to assist you in making this important decision. | |
| − | + | Try to avoid using the cheap carpet clearners that you can buy at your local discount stores. These tend to cause more damage to your carpets, which will lead to you having to replace it sooner than you would otherwise. If you do not want to spend thousands on carpeting every few years you should definitely avoid these machines. | |
| − | + | White vinegar is an excellent product to clean your carpet. However, hiring a professional is usually the wisest choice. Never use any cleaning solution before testing it on a small, hidden portion of carpet. | |
| − | + | Make sure you take out anything that is breakable ahead of time if the carper cleaner intends to move the furniture out of the room themselves. You don't want to trust someone else with your valuables, even when they promise you nothing bad will happen. | |
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| − | + | Always compare rates before you choose a carpet cleaning company to come to your home. Every company has a different strategy to make a profit, and some of them try to trick their customers. Before you choose which company you will use, be sure to have a firm quote in hand. | |
| − | + | Before hiring a cleaner, clarify what chemicals will be used for the cleaning. Exposure to cleaners can be uncomfortable or harmful even if you have small children or pets. It is important for the cleaner to use safe, approved chemicals and to clean the carpet efficiently and quickly to reduce exposure. | |
| − | + | If you want to maintain the look and quality of your carpet you must tackle stains when they occur. The longer that they sit, the harder it will be to get them out. Keep a trusted carpet cleaning solution on hand so that you are not at risk of having a stain remain for the life of the carpet. | |
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| + | Speak with a potential carpet cleaning company about their employee screening process. You want to feel safe with the people you are allowing to enter your home. Most companies will do some kind of a background check and will let you know that they do. It is probably wise to keep looking if a company representative is hesitant to answer this question. | ||
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| − | + | When it comes to how your carpets are cleaned, companies will differ on the methods they offer. For example, some companies use a dry chemical to extract dirt from carpet fibers, allowing it to then be vacuumed up by their powerful equipment. This is best for natural carpets, like cotton. | |
| − | + | Inquire about the services that are going to be included in the cost of the cleaning. Prior to allowing them to start cleaning, make sure you know what they are including in the quote they have given you. You could find additional fees for spot treatment or moving furniture around. | |
| − | + | Never use a new product on your carpeting without testing it first. Some chemicals can cause staining on certain carpets, and others could degrade the material. Always test a spot in a corner and let it sit for a few hours before you use it to clean a stain so that you do not risk ruining your carpet completely. | |
| − | + | Hang on to stain removers in order to get rid of nasty stains like sauce and red wine. This will enable you to maintain the look of your carpet until you can get a professional cleaner in. Having your carpeting professionally cleaned can get stains out. Then spray it using a clockwise pattern for the most useful results. | |
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| + | Before having your carpets cleaned, ask for an estimate of the work up front. Request the total service price and inquire about any guarantees of work. You will also know if your service tech tries to include additional work, even though when you have your estimate, you not only have a detailed list of the expected work. | ||
| − | + | Try to do your steam cleaning during the spring, fall or winter. When you perform a professional cleaning the summer, it will take longer for your carpet to dry due to the excessive moisture in the air. This will help to reduce mold and mildew while preventing damage to your carpet. | |
| − | + | Find out if the carpet cleaning company offers any additional services that you may be interested in. Many carpet cleaning companies also clean upholstery, drapes and may offer other services you desire. If you need these services, the price could be lower if they perform them while they are out cleaning your carpet. | |
| − | + | If you are going to hire a company to clean the carpets in your home, consider joining a website like Angie's List that gives reviews of companies like this. This website does not take any money from any companies to boost reviews. They also do not endorse any independent contractors so the reviews on the website are unbiased. | |
| − | + | Locating a great company to clean your carpets should be easy now that you know what to expect. You understand the process, what to look for and what they offer. Take this knowledge to the next level by using it to hire someone so your carpets can be lovely and clean again. | |
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