Maintaining a Clean Carpet After a Professional Cleaning

The carpeting in your home is a sizable investment. Yet, from the day of installation, your carpets undergo substantial wear and tear. From the expected abrasion of being walked on to the infiltration of dust, dirt, and debris, the use and abuse of your carpeting can lead to rapid deterioration.

Vacuuming improves the appearance of your carpet but only removes surface dirt and debris. A professional cleaning, performed at least once per year, penetrates the carpet fibers and eliminates pollutants such as dust mites, pollen, pet dander, and other allergens.

Read on to learn more about the daily care and maintenance of your carpet after a professional cleaning.

Congratulations, you just had your carpets cleaned by the pros! Follow these steps to maximize the benefits of professional carpet cleaning.

Yes, you need to get from one place to another in your home. However, it is vital to wait before walking! Let your newly cleaned carpet dry completely before walking on it—plan your day accordingly. Whether your carpet is wet from a spot cleaning or after a professional treatment, never walk on wet carpeting.

Removing your shoes before walking on the carpet is always a good idea, especially after a professional cleaning. However, give it a hard pass on walking barefoot across a freshly cleaned carpet! The naturally occurring oil in your skin and feet have the potential to leave residue on the carpet, which absorbs dirt and debris. Keep your socks on or wear indoor slippers while walking on your carpet.

Wait To Move the Furniture!

Do not move furniture back until the carpet is completely dry. Moving furniture onto wet carpet extends the drying time and may re-soil your freshly cleaned carpet. Again, plan your day around your carpet cleaning appointment.

How To Keep Your Carpet Looking Fresh Between Cleanings

Professional cleaning and proper care will keep your carpet looking fresh and extend its lifespan. But what can you do to keep your carpets looking great between steam cleaning treatments?

Door Mats

This simple fix makes a world of difference in keeping carpets fresh and free from dirt, grime, and other contaminants. Use indoor and outdoor mats in tandem and ask visitors and family members to wipe (or remove) their shoes upon entry. The use of area rugs can also reduce wear and tear on the carpet.

Remove Your Shoes

Even better than wiping your feet before entering the home, take it one step further and stop wearing shoes inside the house. This simple fix goes far in reducing the transmission of bacteria and pollutants into your home. Shoe removal also eliminates the wear and tear of shoes grinding into the fibers of your carpet. Be proactive and place a “Please Remove Shoes” sign at the entrance of your home.

Routine Vacuuming

Vacuuming regularly provides a simple and effective means of keeping your home clean and maximizing the lifespan of your carpeting. Vacuuming at least once per week also improves indoor air quality and removes contaminants brought in from the outdoors. Remember to regularly check the filter and/or vacuum canister to keep your vacuum cleaner performing its best.

Monitor the Air Filters in Your HVAC

The filters in your HVAC system remove airborne particulates that would otherwise settle on your furniture and carpeting. Regular care and maintenance of your air filters keep your HVAC system working at peak performance and reduce the level of debris that embeds itself in your carpet. Aim to change the air filters in your HVAC system every 90-days or every 60-days if you have dogs or cats.

Rotate Your Furniture

Whether you realize it or not, you and your family create traffic patterns over the carpet based on the positioning of your furniture. Over time, the areas of heavy traffic appear worn and shabby. Rotating your furniture allows heavily trafficked areas to rest and helps unify the appearance of your carpet. The recommendation is to rearrange your furniture a minimum of every six months.

Wipe Up Spills and Stains Immediately

Never allow spills or stains to set—this makes it more difficult to remove. Clean up spills as quickly as possible by gently blotting with a clean white cloth or white paper towel. Treating a spill by gently blotting absorbs the liquid, whereas rubbing a spill only drives it further into the carpet fibers.

If you can see traces of the spill after gentle blotting, try blotting again using a small amount of water with dishwashing liquid. If this method does not remove the stain, do not employ harsh cleaning chemicals on the spill. Instead, contact a professional carpet cleaner for assistance.

Apply Carpet Protection After Cleaning

This simple step extends the life of your carpet and enhances the effects of professional cleaning. Carpet protectant repels spillage, dirt, and grime, preventing it from penetrating the carpet filaments. Apply carpet protectant at least once per year or between cleanings, as the benefits diminish over time.

Top-Rated Professional Carpet Cleaners in Tucson, AZ

These tips will help you keep your carpet in prime condition between professional cleanings, but remember there is no substitution for an annual professional carpet cleaning.

If you live in Tucson, AZ, or the surrounding areas, contact the experts at Steam Smart Pro for professional carpet cleaning services. Our team of experts has the equipment and resources not only to leave your carpets clean and fresh. With a multi-step process that includes a pre-treatment and deodorizer, a professional cleaning by Steam Smart Pro improves the health of your carpet and home!

Not only can we improve the look and health of your home with professional carpet cleaning. But we also have specialized cleaning technicians to assist with those grimy tile and grout lines in your home. Contact us to learn more about tile and grout cleaning.  New Paragraph

Let the experts at Smart Steam Pro restore your carpet to its previous glory. Call us at (520) 397-3770 to learn more about  carpet cleaning by Steam Smart Pro.

Author Bio:

Eric Bullard

The owner of Steam Smart Pro in Tucson, AZ, brings over 20 years of invaluable experience in the field of carpet, tile, and air duct cleaning. With a strong dedication to quality and a deep understanding of effective cleaning techniques, Eric consistently delivers outstanding results to his satisfied residential and commercial clients.