subject: Carpet Cleaning Downey - How To Clean Carpets [print this page] Carpet Cleaning Downey - How To Clean Carpets
Carpet cleaning Downey homes requires careful attention to detail so as to do a professional job and leave your carpets looking, smelling and feeling fresh.
A professional carpet cleaning technician must be able to identify the various types of carpet fiber and varity of soil conditions so as to determine the appropriate cleaning solution combination, water temperature and equipment to be used. True professionals often use a systematic approach to carpet cleaning Downey homes.
In this article, we will cover the systematic approach you (or your carpet cleaning professional) should use to ensure quality carpet cleaning and quality service.
Pre-Inspection
First, a careful pre-inspection should be performed. This is done to identify the type of carpet fiber you have and the carpet stains that need to be paid special attention to. It is also important (if you are hiring a carpet cleaning service) to be aware of any pre-existing damage to carpet and/or surrounding areas. This is also the ideal time to let the carpet cleaning professional know about any of your areas of concern.
Pre-Vacuum
Pre-vacuuming is as important to cleaning carpet as any other step. Dry particulate soil or carpet stains cannot be dissolved with cleaners and hot water. Dry vacuuming helps to ensure a thorough deep cleaning.
Pre-spray / Pre-condition
When carpet cleaning Downey homes, the technician decides what combination of cleaning solutions to use based on pre-existing conditions. The solution is usually most effective when mixed on site with hot water. The solution is sprayed over soiled areas and brushed into carpet fibers using a grooming brush or grooming rake. In cases of extreme soil a motorized agitator can be used to work solution into carpet.
Pre-Spot Treatment
Note: pre-spotting is usually better suited after extraction rinse. In some cases when the technician knows his/her pre-spray solution will not remove an existing stain it is appropriate to treat the stain before hand.
Extraction Rinse
Extraction uses a wand connected to a solution hose and a vacuum hose. 220 230 degree water (steam) and rinse solution is injected into the carpet using 300 500 psi water pressure. The rinse solution is simultaneously extracted (vacuumed) as it is injected. Several dry strokes are necessary to remove as much saturation as possible.
Finishing Touches
The final step in carpet cleaning Downey homes is drying the carpet. Air movers can be used if dry time is critical. Plastic pads should be placed under wood and metal furniture to protect from water damage. And finally, the furniture should now be put back in place.
