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Misconceptions Most People Have About Carpet Cleaning
Misconception #1:
You should wait as long as possible before cleaning your carpet.
WRONG! Dirt is an abrasive-like sandpaper. Every time you step on your carpet, you grind dirt into the carpet fibers. This cuts your carpet, just as if you had used a knife. This cutting causes your carpet to wear out much faster.
Misconception #2:
The only reason to clean carpets is to remove the dirt.
NO. As you probably know, outdoor air contains pollens, fungi, bacteria, air pollution, cigarette smoke, and car exhaust-and hundreds of other chemicals which settle into your carpet fibers. When you come into your home, you carry those pollens, bacteria, and chemicals in your hair and on your skin, clothing, and shoes. Not surprisingly, all those chemicals and toxins wind up in your carpet.
If you have allergies, asthma, emphysema, or other breathing problems, one major source of your problem could be the pollens, fungi, smoke, pet dander and chemicals in your carpet.
Misconception #3:
My carpets will be soaked
NO. There have been great advancements made to todays modern cleaning tools and equipment. The modern truck mounted carpet cleaning system if used properly can help reduce dry times to a couple hours not a day or days. My methods used in conjunction with air moving fans gets your carpets and upholstery dry in 2-4 hours !!
Misconception #4:
One method of carpet cleaning is as good as another.
NO. The dry cleaning methods-which are dry foam, dry chemical, and dry compound-don't deeply rinse and flush out your carpet.
You might say they do a surface cleaning, which may be desirable in maintenance situations, but all the experts agree that the most effective cleaning method is hot water extraction.
Hot water extraction means that a hot water cleaning solution, under high pressure, is sprayed into your carpet and then drawn back out of your carpet. This procedure allows the dirt, bacteria, and pollens to be broken up and extracted from your carpet. Shaw Industries, the world's largest carpet manufacturer, as well as DuPont, the manufacturer of StainmasterŽ carpet, recommend hot water extraction as the primary method of cleaning carpets.
Some people believe that hot water damages your carpet, but this is not true. By washing and then rinsing your carpet with hot water, your carpet is thoroughly cleaned and stays clean longer.
Misconception #5:
Having the right equipment is all a company needs to clean your carpets properly.
NOT TRUE. Many companies own cleaning equipment, but very few companies teach their employees how to use the equipment properly. This is why it's important that you choose your carpet cleaning company carefully. The best cleaning companies are those that have been certified by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, known as the IICRC. Before you choose a carpet cleaning company, ask to see written proof of the company's IICRC certification.
Misconception #6:
The company that offers the lowest price is the company you should hire.
NEVER. We've seen so many problems arise from lowest-bid companies that we suggest you NEVER hire a company that quotes the cheapest price. The two most common problems:
The price may not be for the services you want to have performed. The company may be equipped to remove only the dirt from your carpet. But you may want bacteria, fungi, pollens, and tobacco residues removed as well.
The price you see advertised may not be the price you pay. Many homeowners have learned that the low price they saw advertised lasted only until the carpet cleaning company got into their homes. Then they were pressured into paying a lot more for a variety of add-ons. Some carpet cleaning companies even break the law by using illegal bait and switch tactics.
Misconception #7:
Any honest carpet cleaning company should be able to give you an exact price quotation over the telephone.
NOT ALWAYS.
Every Home has different situations that dictate the condition of the carpet. Some carpets may require a number of different solutions to correct the issues. From filtration soiling to pet stains to ink or makeup, these issues require additional steps to remedy and may have additional costs involved.
I can quote you my room rates or a price by square foot over the phone, and guarantee that they apply to your normal situations, if additional efforts are required on stubborn stains or such I will inform you BEFORE I continue the process and you will know the cost involved prior to the removal procedures.
NOBODY LIKES SURPRISES!
Why do we give you all this information in writing up front?
So you are not surprised about the price or level of service you get when we come to your home or business to clean.
Everything's up front. No hidden charges. We want you to know that we're consistent and ethical.
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Serving All of Lancaster County including:
Adamstown, Akron, Bainbridge, Bird in Hand, Blue Ball, Bowmansville, Brickerville, Brownstown, Brunnerville, Christiana, Columbia, Conestoga, Denver, Drumore, East Earl, East Petersburg, Elizabethtown, Elm, Ephrata, Falmouth, Gordonville, Hempfield, Holtwood, Hopeland, Intercourse, Kinzers, Kirkwood, Lampeter, Lancaster, Landis Valley, Landisville, Leola, Lititz, Manheim, Marietta, Martindale, Maytown, Millersville, Mount Gretna, Mount Joy, Mountville, Narvon, Neffsville, New Holland, New Providence,Paradise, Peach Bottom, Pequea, Quarryville, Reamstown, Refton, Reinholds, Rheems, Ronks, Salunga, Smoketown, Soudersburg, Stevens, Strasburg, Talmage, Terre Hill, Washington Boro, West Willow, Willow Street, Witmer as well as Hershey & Wrightsville.
If you live outside these areas, and desire cleaning services, let us know, if we
can't accommodate you, we can recommend a certified, reliable cleaner for your needs.
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