Tidbits for Steam Carpet Cleaning
Generally speaking, a vacuum cleaner does a fairly good job at removing the dirt and grime from a carpet, but to get it completely clean, many people opt to have their carpet steam cleaned. Steam cleaning removes things like sticky substances and oil, that your standard vacuum cleaner just can’t get rid of. Whatever specific steam cleaning method you decide to use, it will prolong the life of your carpet a great deal.
Research
Research from a wide variety of sources has consistently shown that the steam and extremely hot water temperatures in steam cleaning provides the most desirable carpet cleaning results. At a temperature of above 118 degrees Fahrenheit, and a heat increase every 18 degrees, allows steam cleaning to change the chemical reactivity of the substance it’s cleaning by about 100%. This is exactly why it’s so effective.
Your Health
If you or someone in your family has significant allergies or asthma, the power of steam carpet cleaning can help fight these unfortunate ailments. The extremely hot temperatures involved in steam cleaning can get rid of…
- dust mites
- fungi
- many viruses
The “Every Other Year” Rule
Your carpet should be steam cleaned at least once every two years, but this all depends on how many people live in your household, and how much traffic your carpet receives.
DIY Steam Cleaning
Many people invest in steam cleaning machines, so they can clean their carpet themselves. This idea is recommended for people who like their carpet clean on a very regular basis. If you steam clean your carpet incorrectly though, you can leave residue behind which can actually attract dirt and cause damage to your carpet.
Reasons For Hiring a Professional Steam Cleaner:
- They are usually highly experienced (we are - 18+ years!)
- Their cleaning equipment is more powerful than your personal equipment
- Your carpet will dry faster than if you did it yourself
- They have in-depth knowledge on different cleaning solutions and carpet/rug types. We also have a carpet stain cleaning guide we refer clients to in a pinch.
The Inspection
Once you’ve hired a cleaner for the job, it’s important to do a walk-through inspection of your carpet with them. Show them the specific areas of concern, and they will discuss the exact procedure they will employ to get the job done. A quality steam cleaner professional will not go directly inside your home, and get to work. Rather, they will inspect the area first to make sure they are able to satisfy all your carpet cleaning needs.
If you want to learn more about steam carpet cleaning, or your thinking about having your carpet steam cleaned, don’t hesitate to contact Atlanta Carpet, Atlanta’s choice for steam carpet cleaning! We are a trusted and reliable carpet cleaning service!
