how to care for your carpeting between cleanings

Having your carpets washed several times a year not only helps the rugs last longer, but also works to reduce allergens within them. Dust, dander, and pollen collect in the carpet fibers and these allergens lead to sneezing, itchy eyes, and headaches. The next time you schedule your routine carpet cleaning services, you may want to consider a few extras in addition to the shampooing that will leave your home smelling and looking its best. 

Deodorizers and Fragrances

Homeowners who have either children or pets may discover that spills and animal accidents have left the rooms within the house in need of a fresh scent. Upgrading your service is the best way to not only get rid of unwanted odors, but also to have them replaced with pleasant ones. You can request that a deodorizer be used, or simply ask that a fragrance be added to the cleaning solution. Many professional carpet cleaners offer this for a small fee. 

Stain Removal

It is always best to address stains as soon as they happen, but not all stains are easy to get out without professional assistance. When you make your appointment for your routine cleaning, ask about having those difficult stains removed. The cost will depend on the type of stain and how many of them you count in the carpet. The fee is worth it, however, as the carpet will be restored to like-new condition.  

Stain Guards

After you've had the carpets cleaned and gotten all the stains up, you'll want to consider adding a stain guard to prevent any future messes from changing the color of your rug. Most carpet cleaning services use nanotechnology to coat each of the carpet fibers. This protective layer repels spills, which gives you time to clean them up. Although you'll need to pay for this add-on, it will save you money in the long run. You won't be shelling out money for multiple stain removals in the future. 

Upholstery Cleaning

Your rugs aren't the only thing that expert carpet cleaning services remove dirt and stains from. Most also have the equipment to clean your upholstery. Taking advantage of this add on means restoring your furniture pieces to their original beauty. If you opt to just freshen up the carpets, the soiled areas on the sofas and loveseats may become more noticeable. Talk with your local carpet cleaner to see if bring new life to your living room set.