1. Can I just rent carpet cleaning equipment and do it myself?
Yes, of course you can rent carpet cleaning equipment, but there are many downfalls to doing it yourself. First of all, you have to lug a large piece of machinery throughout your home. You are also risking damage to your carpet and furniture if you spill something or do not use it properly. After you rent everything, you are really not saving much money. You might as well as just have a professional come out and do it for you. Another great thing about hiring a professional is that they know how to clean your carpet properly so that there is no residue left behind. They will also know how to clean deep stains. You might as well as save yourself the frustration and hard work and just hire a professional that knows exactly what they are doing.
2. How did all of these allergens end up in my carpet?
Every day you bring in dirt, dust, and even your dead skin into the house. All of these things eventually end up in your carpet. You most likely have also dropped food on the floor at one point. All of these things absorb into the carpet. Once they are all there, bacteria and mold show up. All of these things make your carpet look dirty and will most likely aggravate allergies. Just by walking around your home will kick up many of these things which may even cause serious illness.
3. How do I know when to get my carpet cleaned?
Most carpet manufacturers tell you to have your residential carpet cleaning every six to eighteen months. If you actually read the carpet information, the manufacturers usually require you to have them cleaned every eighteen to twenty four months. If you have children or animals in your home, you should get it cleaned more often. Also, if you cannot remember what color your carpet originally is, it is time to get it cleaned. Besides making your floors look nice, letting dirt sit in the carpet for too long can shorten the life of your carpet. It will start to wear down the fibers which in turn make your carpet much tougher to the skin. It is much cheaper to get your New Orleans carpet cleaning on a regular basis than having to replace all of the carpet in your home.
4. What happens if I walk on the carpet before it is completely dry?
Technically, nothing will happen to your carpet, but your feet will get wet. The only time it will cause harm to your carpet is if your feet are dirty. We suggest your wear socks or some fashionable plastic booties to make sure you do not track more dirt onto your newly cleaned carpet.
