Carpet Cleaning - Vacuums Do Not Work As Expected, But There Are Excellent Alternatives

Whether it is a residence or office building, vacuuming is rarely an enjoyable task. It certainly is not a favorite among home owners. Of course, chores are exactly that; chores. While enjoying a clean residence or office is more relaxing, achieving that utopia can not be accomplished by mere vacuum alone. Periodic professional carpet cleaning and upholstery cleaning is recommended to help maintain the condition of the carpets and improve the overall cleanliness of the surrounding environs.

There is quite frequently at least one person in every family or office who suffers from allergies. Allergen filters and air cleaners work to clean the air in theory; however, the location is only as clean as the dirtiest area. For most buildings that would be the carpet. Dust, pollen and other contaminants are churned up with every step an individual takes.

Most home owners would use a vacuum and the occasional rental carpet shampooer with the expectations that the carpeting and home will be sufficiently cleaned. Many offices completely overlook shampooing altogether. Traditionally canister vacuums have performed better than upright vacuum cleaners, but there are several problems and limitations with relying on these methods alone.

The first major problem is actually the vacuum itself. The majority of vacuums, like carpet sweepers, do a passable job at removing much of the surface debris that can accumulate. Where the vacuum is lacking is the ability to reach deep down into the fibers of most carpets and upholstery to remove the embedded dirt. Rental shampooers are slightly better; however, the abuse and heavy use these units have sustained can often lead to an ineffective carpet cleaner.

Depending upon the particulars of the area, such as a dirty and dusty building exterior or a plethora of animals at a home, little can be done from preventing these irritants from getting inside. The key is to have a professional carpet cleaning company with years of experience to periodically clean the carpets, upholstery and even hardwood or tile flooring.

The advantages of relying on professional carpet cleaners are two-fold. By removing the embedded dirt and contaminants from the carpeting and upholstery, maintaining the cleanliness of the carpet will be easier using a standard vacuum. The added bonus will be that less pollen, dander and dust will be churned up, leaving behind a cleaner atmosphere which family or employees and customers will take notice. Fewer irritants mean easier breathing and better overall health.

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Article independently authored by Daniel P Elliott. The content herein may or may not reflec the views and opinions of Allweins Carpet Cleaning.

Carpet Cleaning and Floor Maintenance - Improve Customer Perception and Increase Sales and Revenue

The average individual spends more time at work than at home, but few staff members or management stop to think of how clean the work place really is. Indoor pollutants can contribute to increased health risks more than the air people breathe outdoors. Air cleaners only go so far. The best solution covers a wide range of cleaning and care requirements and just so happens to be the proper one for health concerns, image presentation and actually saving money.

There is no such thing as a maintenance-free anything. This is especially true of flooring. Some flooring materials, such as tile or hardwood floors, can be more durable than carpets and rugs, however even these types of flooring need cleaning and care specific to the type of material. There are several different types of tile flooring.

Ceramic or porcelain tiles are quite common in a variety of business from lobbies and luxury service establishments to welcome centers and restaurants. Over time the grout and tile itself will become dingy and darken with dirt. Proper cleaning will involve either scrubbing the grout line by hand with a brush and cleaning solution or hiring a professional carpet cleaner or floor care company. The latter is obviously the better of the two options in order to save time which translates to saving money.

Another extremely common floor tile is vinyl composition tile or VCT. VCT is extremely durable and commonly used in hundreds of thousands of high traffic areas. The local brick-and-mortar super center marts, schools, offices and retail stores are just a few places where vinyl tiling is utilized. Again, with moderate traffic, the gloss or waxed surface will dull and become dingy. When this occurs not many people will consciously be aware of this, but the unclean "feeling" can tarnish the customer's view of the business image and drive down sales.

Carpeting is similar in many ways. Dirty carpets may not reveal all of the marks and dirt, but will become worn down and house dust mites, odors and other irritants. For many employees and customers alike, this may not be readily apparent, but the overall perception will be a negative one.

Routine carpet cleaning and scheduled tile stripping and waxing can have a remarkable effect on how a customer perceives a business. Employee demeanor, surprisingly, can also be improved just by having the office floor and carpet cleaned regularly. If nothing else, the flooring will last longer when maintained properly and will save a business the extra expense of replacing the carpet or tile with more frequency.

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Article independently authored by Daniel Elliott. The content herein may or may not reflect the views and opinions of Allweins Carpet Cleaning.