Carpet Cleaning – The Benefits Of Carpet Cleaning

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Carpet Cleaning The Benefits of Carpet Cleaning
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• Carpet cleaning is an important part of regular
  home maintenance. You should have this job
  performed at least once a year. In high traffic
  homes, its best to have the carpets cleaned
  every six months. The best method for cleaning
  carpets is hot water extraction, also known as
  steam cleaning. This method for cleaning your
  carpet uses extremely hot water to clean the
  carpet fibers. One of the biggest benefits of
  this type of cleaning is that the heat will kill
  off many microorganisms that other cleaning
  methods miss. Your carpet could be harboring dust
  mites, germs, bacteria, mold, and mildew.

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• Everyday wear and tear can take a big toll on
  your carpets. Pounds of dirt and debris can build
  up between the fibers. Dirty carpets are an
  inviting home for a lot of unwelcome guests. If
  you have a flea infestation, ants, or other
  insect problems, youll find that they can hide
  very efficiently in the carpets. An annual carpet
  cleaning will help get rid of unpleasant debris
  hiding in the carpet. To keep your carpet in top
  shape between cleanings, you should vacuum twice
  a week. If you have pets and small children, you
  may even want to vacuum daily.

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• To get the most out of your carpet cleaning, you
  should pick up and move as much furniture as
  possible. When the furniture is out of the way,
  the hot water extraction will help to release
  cramped fibers that have been crushed by
  furniture legs. This will give you a fresh clean
  start. Avoid walking on your newly cleaned carpet
  before its dry. If you must return home and
  retrieve something, remove your shoes and walk
  lightly. Never replace furniture and other large
  items before the carpets have dried completely.
  Keep pets out of the home while carpets are being
  cleaned as well.

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• Regularly scheduling a carpet cleaning will help
  extend the life of your carpet by years. To help
  you remember your annual home maintenance tasks,
  make a list on your calendar and schedule them
  all for one spring cleaning month each year. In
  addition to carpet cleanings, you should also
  perform these jobs each year.    Have your
  heating and cooling units cleaned by a
  professional air duct cleaning company like
  Better Air Chicago to keep them at top
  efficiency    Have your dryer vents cleaned to
  get rid of buildup and prevent dryer fires  
   Clean the outside of your windows    Clean the
  exterior of your home