Proper Carpet Care & Maintenance

When it comes to carpet cleaning it is just like working out. If you establish a routine and stick to it, you will see great results! The big problem is knowing what to do, how frequently to do it and how to do it right. If you suffer from dirty carpets no matter what it seems like you do, you might be doing something as simple as using the incorrect cleaning products. There are three basic rules to live by when you are establishing you carpet cleaning rituals;1st, make sure that your vacuum regularly. Using a vacuum with a hepa filter will help a lot as it will make sure that you are not just stirring up the dust. Make sure that you clean your filters and empty your canister or bag regularly so that your vacuum runs at peak efficiency.

2nd, clean spots and spills quickly! Stains and spots can seep into the padding of your carpet and even if you clean it off the surface the stain will come back time and time again if not properly cleaned. If you are looking for good information on properly dealing with carpet stains and spots check out our article “How To Safely Remove All Kinds Of Annoying Carpet Stains”.

3rd, have your carpets professionally cleaned on a regular basis. Having your carpets professionally cleaned is like performing mechanical maintenance on your vehicle. Performing this maintenance ensures that your carpet pile will remain in tact and keep your carpets looking new longer.

There are other things that you can do to keep your carpets looking fresh as well. Things like using mats at the doors to keep dirt out, taking off your shoes before you come inside and change your air filters regularly.