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It's been proven in studies that the longer carpet remains soiled, the sooner it’ll wear out. Cleaning your carpet on a regular basis removes abrasive soils allowing the fibers in the carpet yarns to perform at their best. Looking "clean" is not the only benefit since removal of abrasive soils increases fiber life. An added benefit is the removal of pollens, fungi, chemicals, and dust mites that live in your carpet. Regularly scheduled maintenance not only helps your carpet last the longest, but makes it look great all the while!
Do you want only the dirt removed, something you could do with a rented machine,or do you want the bacteria, fungi, and dust mites removed, which will require a hot water van mounted machine? Do you want to work with an honest, reputable company — or are you willing to risk working with the company that offers you the lowest price — knowing that company might not be in business tomorrow?
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Consider some pointed questions to ask any cleaner before you invite them into your home. With the information provided here at Choose Your Cleaner.com, you should know exactly how an excellent carpet cleaner would answer these. Here are the questions I suggest you ask:
1. What method of carpet cleaning do you recommend?
2. What type of equipment do you use to clean carpet?
3. What does your equipment remove from my carpet?
4. How often should I get my carpets cleaned?
5. What training have you had in cleaning carpets?
6. Are you certified by the IICRC and will you show me your certificate?
7. Do you have a worry-free maintenance plan so I can get my carpet cleaned regularly and get discounts for doing so?
Once you’re satisfied that you’re working with an honest, competent professional, get a firm price quote. While most companies will want to measure out your carpet in order to give you an exact price quote, there are some companies that can give you a "ballpark" estimate over the phone. This is acceptable as long as you are comfortable with a general price in advance. When the cleaning company arrives at your home they should give you an exact price BEFORE they begin the work.
Either way, you should get, in writing, an exact price. This ensures that you know exactly what your job will cost and what exactly is included for that price— no surprises.
By following these four recommendations, you’ll gain all the information you need to make an informed, intelligent decision. If you want a quick, cheap carpet cleaning job, many companies in the phone book can help you. Or, you can rent a shampooer and do the job yourself.
But if you want your carpeting to be completely and thoroughly cleaned, choose a cleaner based on the criteria mentioned in the information here at Choose Your Cleaner.com.
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