Why pay someone to do something when you can do it yourself? That is the attitude of many DIYers, and in some cases, it works out for them perfectly. If you have the skills and ability, then doing it yourself is a smart way to focus on a project and save money.
It is not, however, always the best way. Sometimes the equipment you need would be too expensive to buy or too cumbersome to rent. Sometimes the subtleties of what you are trying to do are best left to a professional.
Carpet cleaning belongs in the latter scenario. Unless you are a professional cleaner yourself, chances are you won’t know the right solution for each stain, nor will you have the proper equipment to deep clean it like it needs to. DIY carpet cleaning can be risky and understanding why will help you avoid ruining your carpet in the future.
The Risks of DIY Carpet Clean
There are a few key risks when you attempt a DIY carpet clean.
Your Carpet Machine Could Be Weak
Home carpet cleaning machines are designed to be lightweight and portable. They are designed to handle small little stains before they have a chance to set, and therefore work wonders for prolonging the life of your carpet. They are not, however, an alternative to getting your carpet deep cleaned by a professional. Even if you were to go over your entire carpet with a home machine, you wouldn’t get the same results.
You Could Leave Your Carpets Damp
If you are not careful, your cleaning efforts could leave your carpet damp. This damp breeds way to mould and other bacteria in your carpet.
You Could Irreparably Damage Your Carpets
Attempting to DIY your carpet clean can also lead to something known as delamination. This happens due to the carpet separating from the backing, leading to wrinkles in the carpet that just cannot be flattened out. It happens often due to the added moisture in your carpet.
The Danger of Too Much Soap
Not using enough water, however, will run the risk of having carpets full of shampoo. This will leave them sticky and uncomfortable to touch, and moreover, won’t pick up the grime like you are expecting to. Dry treatment carpet cleaner or hot water extraction will clean your carpets to the base fibres and extract the dirt.
Carpet Cleaning You Can Do At Home
There are, of course, a few tasks you can and should do at home to upkeep your home:
Hoovering
Hoover your carpets on a weekly basis to pick up dirt to keep your house clean and to reduce the chance of said dirt staining your carpets.
Spot Treatments
Small stains can be dealt with right at home, but look online in advance to ensure that you have chosen the right solution.
When to Hire Professional Carpet Cleaning Services
Hire professional cleaning services if your carpet is stained, grungy, or dull. Call us and schedule an appointment if your allergies are picking up or if it’s been more than a year since your last professional carpet clean.
