For many DIY’ers the idea of rolling up their sleeves and tackling a weekend project around the house seems appealing. Many projects done incorrectly might not cause too many problems, like painting those cute animal pottery pots with the wrong paint or planting some flowers in the wrong soil but cleaning your own carpets isn’t a project that you can recover from if done incorrectly. Here are just a few reasons you want to avoid cleaning your carpets yourself.
OVER SHAMPOOING
Yup, that’s right, there is such a thing as too much of a good thing! In this case we are talking about the shampoo (the soap) applied to your carpet. Almost every carpet cleaning DIY’er makes this mistake. Not only is too much soap routinely applied but then it’s not rinsed our properly. All the chemicals left behind can damage your carpet and will leave residue behind which is a dirt magnet for your carpet.
OVER-WETTING
Soaking your carpet in water isn’t the solution to getting a clean surface. If you apply too much water you run the risk of inviting mold and mildew problems into your home (excess moisture will lie beneath the surface for a long time before it dries out). Other problems involve the carpet shrinking and begin to tear from the edges or at the seams.
WARRANTIES
Many carpet manufacturers warranties require that the carpet is professional cleaned to keep it validated. Check your specific manufacturer warranties before you go an DIY and when in doubt always contact a professional carpet cleaning company. I could save you A LOT of money in the long run!
OVERUSE OF DEODORIZERS
In addition to clean you want your carpet to smell great too! We know you don’t want pet orders around when guests arrive. Deodorizing your carpet may mask the smell for a short time but it’s not a solution or a substitute for cleaning. Deodorizing powder will get stuck in your carpet fibers resulting in a messy, dull looking carpet and buildups if your vacuum isn’t sufficient enough.
In short, next time you think about renting or buying a think again. If you do the math you can easily see calling a professional carpet cleaning company like Dr. Spot Carpet Cleaning Services and Flooring will save you a ton of time and money. Dr. Spot is passionate about providing customers with the best experience and making their home a real place of comfort. Dr. Spot utilizes the latest technology for stains, odors and can even bring high traffic areas back to life with an advanced extraction cleaning system. Let Dr. Spot take the work and worry out of your carpet cleaning.
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It’s good to know that applying too much water on a carpet can lead to mold or mildew. Our cat died last night so I want to clean all the carpets to get rid of the hair. I’ll have to hire a carpet cleaning service so it’s done the right way.
Hi Taylor, We are very sorry to hear about your cat. We service Hampton Roads, Virginia and Moyock NC with carpet cleaning services. And we always do it right!
Nice post! Thanks for sharing..
Carpets are expensive so naturally, you want to get as long a lifespan as possible. Ensure the longevity of your carpet by calling in the experts.
We totally agree. Using a professional carpet cleaning service will save you time, money AND your carpets!
Vacuuming every day is an important part of maintaining your carpet, sofas and rugs. But, due to the air pollution, children and pets, your carpet will become dirty and dull. So, to clean your carpet deeply, you have to use a professional carpet cleaning service.
That’s very true! And don’t forget your tile and grout cleaning. Sometimes you don’t know how dirty it is until it’s cleaned!
Something we definitely see often is people who try to clean their carpets themselves, over wet them causing a host of problems. We always recommend hiring carpet cleaning professionals to get the job done, and ensure your carpets are properly cleaned. Thank you for the great read!
Thanks for reading! Yes, hiring a carpet cleaning professional will always save time, money and your carpets!
Thanks Vaughan Carpet Cleaners! Yes it’s certainly easy to do the wrong thing when removing a stain from your carpet when you don’t know the science behind the product and the solutions. We see many clients that set the stain or even accidently bleach it and that’s a whole other issue! We agree Professional carpet cleaning is the way to go.
I really want to get my living room carpets cleaned because my nephew stained it when he was playing at my house last week. Thanks for explaining that I don’t want to over-wet my carpets. I didn’t realize that could cause my carpets to end up shrinking. It seems like I should hire an expert to clean my carpets.
Hi Emily, Yes, calling a professional carpet cleaning expert will save you a lot of time, aggravation and money!
With a cleaning expert at your disposal, you don’t have to worry at all. They use top-grade cleaning equipment to clean the carpets efficiently, timely and safely. They also disinfect the carpet to kill bacteria and allergens, using steam cleaning equipment.
Thanks Jannet for your input. that’s absolutely right, we run into customers all the time that have attempted to remove a stain but only made it worse. Particularly pet stains that can contain bacteria and allergens.
Yes, carpets are an expensive investment for property owners, so naturally, you’ll want to ensure a longer lifespan as much as possible. Definitely agree that calling Carpet Cleaning experts will ensure longevity of your investment over time. Great write up!
Thanks Brownstone! Carpets are a big investment and regular proper cleanings by a professional will certainly help the life of the carpet. We deal with many families with furry friends and there are many stains and orders to deal with that just can’t be handled by someone who is not in the carpet cleaning business!
I moved one of my couches and I noticed a bunch of stains under it. I didn’t realize that trying to fix it myself could end up damaging my carpet! It would definitely be a good idea for me to get a professional carpet cleaning to handle cleaning it for me so that it’s properly cleaned.
We agree Braden! Although it seems easy to buy a carpet cleaner and do it yourself there is actually a science to removing stains and pet odors. I requires knowledge of the fabric and fibers and the proper solutions that work with them!
These are great points on why DIY carpet cleaning is not the best idea! Yes, it might save you money at that temporary moment, but you’ll likely pay more money down the road when you are forced to replace your carpets sooner than expected. Professional carpet cleaners are the way to go, 100%.
Thank you Lexee for your input on professional carpet cleaning services! We agree and it might not even safe money, but it could set stains that a professional carpet cleaner won’t be able to get out! We are also in the business of providing our customers with new carpet at the lowest available rate in Hampton Roads. We will meet or beat any carpet retailer.
You made an interesting point when you explained that it is best to hire a professional to clean your carpets so that you don’t end up soaking them. It seems like a good idea to hire a professional crew to do the cleaning for you because they will ensure that the job gets done properly. If the job gets done properly, that means that all of the dirt will have been pulled out of your carpet.
Thanks Thomas! Many carpet cleaners don’t know what they are doing, it’s true. We are licensed, bonded, insured and are a member of the BBB. Sounds like you know what you’re talking about when it comes to carpet cleaning too!
Carpet cleaning is very tricky. It is important to clean it thoroughly since bacteria’s and dirt remain on your carpets. I suggest that if do not have the time to clean your carpets, hiring a professional carpet cleaner will best suit you. Thank you for explaining why carpet cleaning should not be taken lightly. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for the compliment. It is true, using your own DIY carpet cleaner can sometimes make matters worse. Professional, affordable carpet cleaning is definitely the safest, most affordable route.