Frequently Asked Questions on Carpet Cleaning

In our this write-up, we’ve picked the most Frequently Asked Questions dropped by our sincere readers in the comments section and/or the DMs.

They are also a bunch of popular queries homeowners often bombard us with when at the field. So here we go!

1. Why does my carpet make me itch?

We come across many homeowners complaining about their carpets making them itch.

This is, however, a widespread sensation just not a healthy one.

If you have newly installed your carpets, then the reason lies in its fibers/dyes. The freshly installed carpets or worn out synthetic carpets shed fibers that can irritate the skin.

Dry air alone can sometimes also irritate, producing a condition ordinarily referred to as winter itch.

As your skin loses moisture, it results in itching.

Prominent agents that could contribute to itching and your plight are:

• You could be allergic to the carpet fibers/dyes.

• Your carpets may be gravely infested with bugs & fleas.

• Extensive built of dust, debris and grime which hasn't been vacuumed for the longest time.

• If you have pets at home, then you could be reacting to pet dander fastened in the pile of the carpeting.

Recommended solutions for your problems are:

• Consult your family physician and get your allergies tested.

• If you are allergic to the carpet fibers, consider installing new ones.

• Get as Steam Cleaning done ASAP.

2. Should my carpet smell after cleaning?

Technically NO.

If they do, we will give you the reason why.

The primary reason for your foul smelling carpets after cleaning is that the underlying backing or padding got wet and wasn’t dried properly.

This is not something to be taken lightly. The moisture trapped in the carpets will encourage the abnormal growth of mold and mildew.

Mold & mildew have been very ill-famous for degrading the health of your near and dear ones.

Solution

• Discourage the growth of the mold & mildew by shampooing again with a mixture of white vinegar and water.

• This not only will kill these unwanted guests but also will do away with the filthy odor.

3. Is there a risk that my carpet can shrink?

We spend hundreds of dollars on our carpets to beautify our flooring and homes. We expect it to last for about 15-20 years.

The last thing we wish to witness is having them replaced because of shrinkage.

Carpets do shrinks! Shortest horror story ever!

Carpets shrinkage occur due to them becoming too wet, or when the back of the carpet is excessively soaked.

This happens when you hire a non-professional carpet cleaner to do the chore. It is seen that they use excessive moisture to treat your dirty carpets, which is absorbed by your carpet.

Solutions

Always hire a licensed, insured, and bonded carpet cleaning company near you for all your carpets needs.

This wise decision of yours will ensure that such disasters don't happen and your carpets are rendered spot-free and healthy.

When you hire a pro, you are given Free estimates and 100% customer satisfaction. (Bonus!)

5. DIY V/S professional carpet cleaning.

This debate between DIY carpet cleaning v/s professional carpet cleaning is never getting old.

Let us break it down for you in terms of:

Costs: Diy is very cheap and hence, more cost-efficient. Professional carpet cleaning is expensive.

Labor: DIY is very labor intensive. When you hire a professional, it is not at all labor intensive.

Time: DIY can be very time-consuming. A pro, on the other hand, can wrap this tedious chore in a few hours.

Results: Temporary results are associated with DIY whereas permanent results are associated with a pro.

Level of satisfaction: The former may or may not give you satisfactory results. A professional will only give you 100% customer satisfaction result.

You decide.

Well, certainly you can rely upon vacuuming every day and occasional DIY but hire a professional carpet cleaner for an extended life-span of your carpets.

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