subject: Common Misconceptions About Carpet Cleaning [print this page] New carpet is a major investment for any new construction or existing home. Many people do not fully realize the importance of carpet cleaning and how it can work to improve their home and their health. The following are some misconceptions that many people have about carpet cleaning.
Carpet is Only 1 or 2 Years Old, so it Doesn"t Need Cleaning
Almost every homeowner is under the false assumption that new carpet doesn"t require cleaning until it looks dirty. Unfortunately, by the time the soil is visible, much damage has already been done to the carpet. It is the soil you cannot see that causes the most damage; tiny microscopic pieces of dirt and soil that destroy the protective fiber coating and break the fiber down.
Carpet cleaning causes the carpet to get dirty quicker
This happen if a carpet shampoo isn't rinsed out thoroughly it could cause a high amount of residue, which attracts dirt quickly. Also, if the water isn't extracted properly it could cause mildew to form.
Carpet cleaning removes only dirt
People may think that carpet cleaning is done primarily for getting rid of dirt and making carpet look better, this is not the case. Pollen, pollution, dirt, chemicals, bacteria, and other things can get into your carpet and cause serious allergy and other health problems. These allergens in your carpet can actually cause problems with allergies and other skin and breathing problems too. Having carpet cleaning done regularly can help improve the air quality and keep your family healthier.
Carpet cleaning can done myself
It is very common for people to think that they can perform carpet cleaning that will get rid of all the allergens and bacteria that is in their carpet, but usually it takes professionals to be able to do a quality carpet cleaning. Many times, only professionals have the equipment and chemicals that are needed to do the very best carpet cleaning job.
