Carpet Cleaning Tips For The Lazy Housekeeper

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If you want to have clean carpets, then you don't want to just go and hire any company you find in the yellow pages. You want to know what goes into keeping clean carpets and what exactly to look for in a good company. Keep reading to learn more about what to do.
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Whether this is your first time hiring a cleaning company for your carpets or your tenth, more information could never hurt. Knowing what to look for in a cleaning company could help you get a better deal on the service. Use the guide below to find yourself a great company for your carpets.
  
When hiring a carpet cleaning company, ask what kind of chemicals they use. Some companies use more natural products, and some even use only steam and special extraction devices to clean your carpets. Going for a green options such as these can reduce the amount of chemicals in your home, while also getting rid of dangerous dirt, grime and airborne allergens that can cause your family problems.
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Coffee stains are very easy to get rid of. You should use a dry towel to absorb as much of the stain as possible and use a damp towel to clean the rest. Pour a small quantity of vinegar on the stain, wait a few minutes and absorb the vinegar and the rest of the coffee with a damp towel.
  
You should not leave your carpet damp after cleaning it to prevent bad odors from coming back. You could use a blow dryer or a fan to quickly dry the area you just cleaned. Alternatively, open the windows if the weather is warm enough. Before closing the windows or turning the fans off, make sure the carpet is completely dry.
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When looking for a professional carpet cleaning company, always consider the cleaning process. There are different ways professionals use to clean carpets. Dry treatments, wet treatments, steam cleaning and a variety of others are available. Some require significant drying time or could require that you leave the home. Choose the one that works best for you.
  
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Coffee stains are very easy to get rid of. You should use a dry towel to absorb as much of the stain as possible and use a damp towel to clean the rest. Pour a small quantity of vinegar on the stain, wait a few minutes and absorb the vinegar and the rest of the coffee with a damp towel.
  
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Who you hire to clean your carpets depends on what style of cleaning they offer and what type of carpet you have. You can use a wet carpet cleaner, such as a steamer or wet chemicals, if you have carpet using man-made fibers. You have to use dry chemicals if it's natural fibers.
  
White vinegar is an effective cleaning solution for many carpet stains. However, hiring a professional is usually the wisest choice. When you see how much better they can make your carpet look, though you will be glad to hire a professional cleaner.
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Just because a company uses a brand name doesn't mean they are better. Before you hire them, always research a company. Question them about this and then do your own investigating later.
  
Ask the companies you plan to hire how long it will take for your carpets to dry. You may be very inconvenienced if you're stuck out of your home for 24 hours. If the dry time is very long, ask if they have fans you can rent to speed it up.
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Warn your cleaning company in advance if your home has electrical outlets in the floor. These cannot be cleaned because of risk of serious injury and damage to your home. The risks include injury to the contractor and his equipment, as well as an even greater chance that your home's electrical system will be damaged.
  
Do not forget to ask what they can do for your upholstery if you are hiring a carpet cleaning professional. Many carpet cleaning companies can also help you to get grime, stains and dirt out of your couch or love seat. Adding in this service when you are already getting your carpets clean costs a minimal amount of money, and it can make all the difference in the appearance of your home.
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Be very careful if you use a coupon from a carpet cleaning company that you receive in the mail. When they actually come, they will hit you with hidden charges to clean the home, even though they will often list extremely low prices to get the work. Extras they will try to tack on at additional cost include spot treatment, heavy traffic areas and hallways.
  
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The most effective way to preserve your new carpet is to prevent soil from coming in contact with it. Before walking onto carpeted areas, use carpet runners in high-traffic areas and make sure family members remove their shoes. Spot cleaning may be necessary just inside the entry door of a carpeted room.
  
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  If they have special chemicals for your high traffic areas, ask any company that you contact about carpet cleaning. In most cases your carpet will be quite clean in every area other than these, so you will likely only need the powerful stuff to be used here. If they do not have such a service you should consider using a different company.
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After you get a professional cleaning for your rug, make sure that you do not come in contact with the rug until it dries. Go out to the store or hang out with your friends for a little while as your rug should not be toyed with due to the sensitivity after cleaning.
  
Secure a contract in writing from your carpet cleaning company. This contract is your binding agreement that specifies exactly what services will be done, what the cost will be and what warranty on the finished product the company offers. If things should go wrong, without it, you are left with no protection.
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After your carpet has been cleaned, ask the carpet cleaning pros for any tips they may provide to help you keep it nice. They can give you valuable advice on the day to day processes to take care of your carpet. Following their advice can help ensure that you won't need a carpet cleaner again for a long time.
  
Does the carpet cleaning company you are considering offer a guarantee on their work? Before you sign anything or have any work done, talk to the cleaners and find out if they should be able to get the carpet as clean as you want it. Also, will they stand behind their word.
 
  
Look for coupons. A lot of carpet cleaners have great introductory coupons. That will help you to sample their work at a discount. That way, if you ever need your carpets cleaned in the future, you will have a cleaner in mind. If they weren't so good, you can skip them when looking again, or.
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Before deciding on a carpet business, you should ask them how much experience they have. In other words, you should ask how long they've been in business. This is very important to know. A business with a lot of experience should have tons of client testimonials that you can check out in order to decide whether or not this business is right for you.
  
You now hopefully are feeling much more confident about hiring the right company for the job. Your entire family will love the results when you choose a good cleaning service. Use this advice to find a great carpet cleaning service.
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Check the validity and security of any carpet cleaner you will use. Research the company and any Better Business Bureau claims that may be available. Verify that all employees receive background drug and checks screenings. The safety of your belongings and family should come first as you make your decisions about service.
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Use a carpet cleaning company that specializes in working with these if you have an oriental or antique rug. Some rugs must be cleaned using a dry cleaning type of method, and applying wet cleansers or excessive steam to them can ruin them. Make sure to specifically mention the type of rug when calling for cleaning so that you are not left with a destroyed family heirloom after the professionals leave your home.
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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!

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