Get Your Carpet Clean: Tips And Tricks
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− | + | You need to have clean carpets to have a clean home, right? How do you find a great company to get the job done? This article is your first step towards knowing what it takes, so read on to find many tips, hints and tricks which will lead you to the right firm. | |
− | + | Do not believe everything that you read about carpet cleaning. Many companies offer great deals in their ads, but you are not getting what you expect in most cases. Be sure to ask hard questions before you have them come to service you. Chances are those prices are just to use water. | |
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+ | Professional carpet cleaners should know not to use too much heat on the carpet. This can ruin carpet quality, especially with delicate or colorful materials. This is really important when you're trying to get rid of a stain so there isn't a permanent mark left behind. | ||
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− | + | When you are trying to clean a stain off of your carpet, never rub. Always use a blotting motion with a cotton ball as this will help to pull the stain from the rug. Rubbing will just spread the stain, making it much more difficult to remove from your floor. | |
− | + | Wait until your carpet is completely dry before you move your furniture back into the room. Doing it too soon can cause additional damage to your carpet. The bottom of the furniture may leave rust marks or other stains that your carpet cleaner may never be able to completely remove. | |
− | + | A carpet cleaning company you're looking to hire should have state-of-the-art equipment. A good company will at least have a procedure for cleaning that consists of 6 steps. The steps should involve vacuuming the carpet, pre-treatment, pre-grooming, steam cleaning, post-spot cleaning and a speed drying process. Any less than that, you can question the quality of work. | |
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− | + | Ask a potential carpet cleaning company which products they use to clean carpets. Believe it or not, this is a big deal, as some of the chemicals used by these companies may harm children, the elderly, or pets. If the company refuses to answer your question and provides you with the answer you did not want to hear, go with another company. | |
− | + | You should get your carpet cleaned every 12-18 months. Even if it does not look dirty, there may be some grime deep down that has not surfaced. Cleaning you carpets on a regular basis is the only way to assure that they will look good for a much longer time. | |
+ | If you have pets, you can keep your carpet clean by always wiping their paws. Before you let them in, keep some towels near the door and take the time to brush dirt off your dog's or cat's paws. This might seem like a lot of work but it will help you keep your carpet clean. | ||
+ | Always ask a potential cleaning company how long they have been operational. Obviously, it is better to select a company that has some level of experience cleaning carpets. You will be able to check with former customers to gauge their level of satisfaction with the company, even though not only are they more likely to know what they are doing. | ||
− | + | Look for coupons. A lot of carpet cleaners have great introductory coupons. That will help you to sample their work at a discount. If you ever need your carpets cleaned in the future, you will have a cleaner in mind, that way. Or, if they weren't so good, you can skip them when looking again. | |
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− | + | <iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Nby2dGHj4Gk" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Be sure to ask the company how much they charge. You should not only know how much the cost is, you should also know everything that makes up the price. How much do they charge for the actual vacuuming? How much do they charge for other services like wax removal, pet odor removal, etc. It is important that you know how your cost is spread out so that you are not being taken advantage of by the company. | |
− | + | If you have pets or children, mention that to the cleaning company before you hire them. Certain products are harmful to pets or children, while certain pet odors or stains will need to be treated with special cleaners. You won't end up with any surprises later if you let them know up front. | |
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+ | Make sure that they are away from you when you are vacuuming your carpet if you have pets in the house. Since you are using an electrical device, this can become a hazard if they get near the outlet. Also, your pet can move the cord and cause you to trip if they are nearby. | ||
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+ | If you leave your furniture in a room that is being professionally carpet cleaned you should be sure to protect it from possible damage. But the furniture on cardboard to separate it from the floors if possible. Also, be sure to remove any solution that may have hit your furniture, or else it may be ruined by the chemicals used. | ||
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+ | You can keep your home looking great all year long, by hiring a reputable and experienced carpet cleaning service. Make good use of the advice that you have read in this article to find the right service. Before long, your carpets will look spotless again! Don't put off having your carpets cleaned any longer! |