Posts in Category: Carpet

Does your carpet have those annoying filtration lines?

Posted by Monday, December 21, 2020 4:16:00 PM Categories: Carpet
Look at the picture here. Do you notice those sooty, grey lines along the baseboard? Many homes have similar lines, sometimes wider and darker, sometimes narrower and lighter. Either way they are both called the same thing: Filtration lines. I... read more
 

Thinking of buying new carpet? Read this first.

Posted by Monday, December 21, 2020 4:13:00 PM Categories: Carpet
Are you thinking of buying new carpet? There is a time to bite the bullet and pull out the old and put in the new. Before you do this, please ask yourself the following: 1. Does it really need to be replaced? Many times what is considered... read more
 

How often should I vacuum?

Posted by Monday, December 21, 2020 4:12:00 PM Categories: Carpet
Ugh! Who likes to vacuum. Okay, maybe some of you do. But realistically, most of us find it a chore. How often do we REALLY need to do this? Depending on how you feel about vacuuming, you may not like the answer. First, can you vacuum too little? ... read more
 

Should I Clean My Own Carpets?

Posted by Monday, December 21, 2020 4:11:00 PM Categories: Carpet
If you are like me, paying someone to do something in your home is distasteful. I know that in my line of work, that is exactly what I do. Ironic. But the fact is, if I can figure out a way to do it myself and save some money, I will. I fix my cars, ... read more
 

How Can I Dry This Carpet?

Posted by Monday, December 21, 2020 4:06:00 PM Categories: Carpet
Wet carpet! It is inevitable after having a hot-water extraction cleaning. You don’t want to walk on it, you don’t want to put anything back; your life seems like it is on hold. As carpet cleaners, we realize that the job is not REALLY... read more
 

Why Does This Spot Keep Coming Back?

Posted by Monday, December 21, 2020 4:04:00 PM Categories: Carpet
Have you had the frustrating experience of the ‘recurring spot?’ Someone spills some food, the dog has an accident, or someone walks in with something on their feet. You go into action and work like crazy on the spot. Success! The spot... read more
 

Common Misconceptions About Carpet Cleaning

Posted by Monday, December 21, 2020 4:04:00 PM Categories: Carpet
“How often should I have my carpets cleaned?” This is one of the most asked questions. What do you think? Every few months? Once a year? Once every two years? Only when absolutely necessary? Well, let’s examine what’s... read more
 

Allergies and Carpets – Not What You Think!

Posted by Monday, December 21, 2020 3:56:00 PM Categories: Allergy Carpet
We often hear a common thought, ‘I’m getting rid of my carpet because I’m worried about allergies.’ Now, granted, we are carpet cleaners, and, therefore, we love cleaning carpets and prefer you don’t get rid of them. But this thought process of... read more
 

Help! My pet had an accident!

Most people have pets, and many have more than one.
Posted by Monday, December 21, 2020 3:36:00 PM Categories: Carpet Pet
How about you? One dog? Two? More? What about cats? Multiple? If you answered yes, you know that these members of your family make your home happier. Until, that is, an accident. Maybe you are getting up for work in the morning and literally step... read more
 

What kind of carpet should I buy?

Posted by Monday, December 21, 2020 11:35:00 AM Categories: Carpet
I would say that a week doesn’t go by without us getting asked, “I’m thinking of buying new carpet. What kind is best?” Many want us to give them a manufacturer and a brand. But, this is not a question that can be answered in a word or even a... read more