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Four Points to consider when choosing a professional carpet
cleaning company:
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1. Specialize Training-
Professional carpet cleaning
companies require that their employees complete on going training programs.
2. Diversified Services-
Professional companies offer additional services such as deodorization, repair, and carpet protection. Also, they clean
upholstery, draperies, and oriental rugs.
3. Insured-
The cleaning company you hire should
be able to pay for any damage they cause on your premises. Make sure the company you hire is insured for liability.
4. Guarantees-
The company you hire should stand behind its work. Make sure the company guarantees
its work in writing.
Four misconceptions that can damage your carpet, upholstery,
and bank account:
1. The longer you wait between carpet cleaning, the better.
False. Dirt is like sand paper. It damages your carpet. The more often you have your carpet clean, the longer it
will last. The Industry Standards recommend you clean your carpet every 6 to 18 months.
2. It makes no difference
which method of cleaning you choose.
False. You
have several choices: Bonnet Cleaning, Dry Foam, Dry Compound, and Hot Water Extraction. All, except Hot Water Extraction,
are considered interim maintenance cleaning systems by most cleaning professional. All can leave a lasting detergent residue,
but only Hot Water Extraction (Steam Cleaning) can employ a rinse step to leave your carpet residue free.
3. All
a carpet cleaning company needs to clean correctly is the right equipment.
False.
Many companies own professional equipment, but they don't teach their techs the
proper ways to use them.
4. You should hire the company that quotes you the lowest price ($5.99-$12.99).
False. Some carpet cleaning company offer a low price to persuade
you to call, but then add on services you thought were included in the price.
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