When Is the Best Time to Clean Your Carpets?

Your carpets should be cleaned on a schedule and not simply when they look dirty or when relatives are about to drop in for a visit. Your carpets are one of the biggest investments in your house. It is important that they last a long time. In this article we’ll take a look at some key factors to help your decide which is right for your home.
The frequency of cleaning depends on a number of factors:

• How many people live in the house?
• How much use does it get?
• Are there smokers in the house?
• Does anyone in the family have allergies?

How much use does it get? One person alone in a big house will not produce the load of soil that a family of active children will. Are there smokers in the house? Smoke gets trapped in the carpet fibers and can be a source of odors. Does anyone in the family have allergies? This calls for more frequent cleaning.
The newest studies show that carpet floors are better for allergy sufferers than hard surface floors. The reason? On a hard surface, floor allergens such as dust mites and their droppings, pollens and mold spores are easily stirred up every time someone passes by or something stirs the air. A carpet traps these allergens and other pollutants as well. However, if the carpet is not cleaned on a regular basis the filtering capacity of the carpet gets over-loaded.


With proper maintenance, regular vacuuming, entry mats to catch dirt that would be tracked into the carpet, etc. an average residential carpet would need to be cleaned every 12 months. Sooner for smokers, allergy sufferers or carpets that get heavy use. This time can be extended up to 18 months for carpets that get limited use.


When is the best time of day to clean your carpets? When you can be off them for 4-6 hours. Most professional carpet cleaners can have your carpet dry to the touch in just a few hours, but there can still be some moisture present. Walking on damp carpets allows any soil on your shoes to track off and resoil the carpet. It can also be a slip hazard if you walk from freshly cleaned carpet onto vinyl or a hard surface.
We us the most up-to-date technology for superior carpet or rug cleaning: Truck mount. Many ordinary carpet cleaners still use the old manual method because it has been around for over 40 years. This technique only cleans from two directions, often producing only mediocre results.

The first step is to perform a free carpet audit. This inspection process will determine the type of cleaning method that is most suitable for your home. From the results, together we can determine the best techniques to return your carpet to peak condition.
To get started, call 973-343-7627 to schedule your appointment online today.

3 Home Health Benefits To Carpet Cleaning

Carpet cleaning can improve the appearance of your home and extend the life of your carpet, but perhaps the most valuable benefit from the process is improving you and your family’s health. According to the American Lung Association, if members of your household suffer from conditions that can affect their breathing, such as snoring or asthma, it’s especially crucial that you vacuum your carpets at least three times a week. Beyond vacuuming regularly, you may also benefit from having your carpets professionally cleaned at least once a year. If you’re not fully convinced of the benefits of professional carpet cleaning, consider the following top three ways the process leads to a healthier home:




1. Carpet cleaning eliminates trapped pollutants.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, a dirty carpet can retain several sources of indoor air pollutants, including pet dander, cockroach allergens, lead, particle pollution, and everyday dirt and dust. Toxic airborne gases can adhere to these particles and also get trapped within the carpet. These toxic gases can be released through everyday activities such as vacuuming and walking across the carpet, which can cause them to contaminate the air in your home. Professional carpet cleaning services kills these bacteria through special shampooing formulas and can remove deeply trapped pollutants with high-powered vacuums.




2. Carpet cleaning can clear out dust mite infestations.
Many homes have dust mite infestations, yet most homeowners aren’t aware of the infestation, because the creatures are microscopic. Dust mites themselves aren’t allergens, but they often leave behind feces and body fragments which are. Because of the microscopic size of these particles, they can easily be inhaled when the area is disturbed, which can exacerbate allergies. Many professional carpet cleaning companies utilize a technique known as steam cleaning when performing carpet maintenance work, which exposes your carpet to high temperatures that dust mites can’t survive.


3. Carpet cleaning can help prevent mold growth.


Especially in areas with high humidity levels, dirty carpets are at a high risk of developing mold growth when exposed to moisture. In precipitous weather, moisture frequently gets tracked into the home and can sink deep in the carpet fibers if not dried and vacuumed immediately. Having your carpet cleaned regularly can prevent mold and mildew growth, because professional carpet cleaners have high-powered drying tools that annihilate moisture. By eliminating moisture, you can prevent mold growth that can be harmful to your health if ignored for too long.




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3 Reasons to Get Your Carpets Cleaned Before the Holidays

3 Reasons to Get Your Carpets Cleaned Before the Holidays

 Why the holidays call for clean carpets. Walking in a winter wonderland? Hearing sleigh bells ring? The weather outside frightful? The holidays are coming, and it’s time to think about getting your carpets cleaned.

1. Traffic With all the in-and-out of holiday preparations, followed by holiday guests, dinners, parties and happenings, indoor traffic is at a high. And in with the shoes comes the dirt and grime from the holiday weather. What they walk through outside generally comes with them inside. Getting the carpets cleaned pre-holiday can help you stay ahead of the dirt.

 2. Appearance The holidays mean it’s time to show off your home. A dirty carpet can be a show-stopper. Don’t let a dirty carpet detract from the warmth of your home, your holiday decorations, and the people around you. Including clean carpets on your holiday cleaning list is one of the easiest steps to ensure your holiday entertaining plans go off without a hitch!

3. Contact When do you come in contact with your carpet more than at the holidays? Everyone sits or lies on the floor to open presents or gather around to watch movies, or just to be near to each other. Get your carpets cleaned before your loved ones lay down on them! Need to find a professional to take the carpet cleaning off your to-do list? Make your appointment today, with ProCleanersNJ  973-343-7627

 

ACTUAL REVIEWS - From Actual Customers

These  are ACTUAL reviews, for carpet cleaning, Furniture cleaning, and Tile & grout cleaning- ProCleanersNJ

Taken directly from Angie's List (they are in no way edited or manipulated ) .. Angie's List does charge  a subscription fee, to view these reviews, however  you can definitely view the same reviews at http://www.angieslist.com/

We went ahead and copied and paste some of our reviews.


Review Date: August 20, 2013

Member:  Paul Bauer 39 Edison St CLIFTON, NJ 07013 Category:  Carpet Cleaning Services Performed:  Yes * More Weight is given to a review where work has been completed. Work Completed Date:  August 16, 2013 Last Modified Date:  August 21, 2013 Hire Again:  Yes Approximate Cost:  $365.00 Description Of Work:   Clean two upholstered couches, four upholstered chairs, carpet in two rooms and one stairway   Member Comments:  This is the second time we have had Chris do a cleaning project. We have two Lane couches with built in recliners covered with microfiber velour fabric and a standalone  Lane recliner covered with the same fabric in another color. These pieces have button  backs with lots of folds and pleats. Not easy to clean. The other three chairs are  covered on another type of fabric. When Chris finished the furniture cleaning, we  could not believe how good they looked. Actually, they looked like new and the colors were so vivid. The carpet cleaning got rid of all the stains and "walking paths"  worn in over the years. They also looked close to new. Chris spent lots of time getting  into all the pleats of the button back pieces. This guy pays attention to detail and I was  impressed by that. He did not rush through our job and spent a good 4 hours getting everything done perfectly. He even touched up part of the carpet in the area he cleaned  several months ago and didn't charge me for it. How many guys would do that? I would  definitely call him in the future. Share on Band of Neighbors:  Yes Overall A Price A Quality A Responsiveness A Punctuality A Professionalism A   +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++         Review Date: August 14, 2013        Member:  Darren James 435 Richmond Ave Maplewood, NJ 07040 Category:  Carpet Cleaning Services Performed:  Yes * More Weight is given to a review where work has been completed. Work Completed Date:  July 26, 2013 Hire Again:  Yes Approximate Cost:  $100.00 Home Build Year:  1910 Description Of Work:   Cleaned carpets throughout apartment.   Member Comments:   I moved out of my condo and was getting it ready to rent to a tenant.  I saw the Big Deal for two rooms and a hallway and once I finished painting the walls called ProCleaners to set up an appointment.  They fit me in two days later, showed up on time, and did a great job.  They did such a good job that I'm a little disappointed that my tenant is getting a much cleaner condo than I ever had.  I should have called them when I moved into the place.  I'll definitely be calling them again to clean the carpets in my new house as soon as they aren't covered in piles of boxes. Share on Band of Neighbors:  Yes     Overall A Price A Quality A Responsiveness A Punctuality A Professionalism A ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++   Review Date: July 30, 2013        Member:  marigold maratos 361 loretto st STATEN ISLAND, NY 10307 Category:  Carpet Cleaning Services Performed:  Yes * More Weight is given to a review where work has been completed. Work Completed Date:  April 27, 2013 Hire Again:  Yes Approximate Cost:  $125.00 Description Of Work:   Pro Cleaners cleaned wall to wall carpeting in a living room, dining room and hallway. Chris did such a good job we had him clean the carpet on the stairs as well.   Member Comments:  Pro Cleaners was my first experience with Angie's List, and I was thoroughly impressed. At the end of April I called to book an appointment and the young woman was pleasant and helpful.  She was flexible and able to squeeze us in on a Saturday afternoon.  My brother and I were cleaning up a rental unit in our four family house.  There was a family of five with a dog that had been living in this apartment for 7 years.  The carpet was a light brown and pretty well beat up.  We considered new carpet but we had spent so much money on repairs and updating the kitchen and bathroom that there wasnt enough leftover.  Chris from Pro Cleaners came to work his magic!  He was so friendly and cheerful he made us feel at ease.  We were still working on the kitchen when he came,so he worked around us.  There were areas that the carpet had been badly stained  and worn down.  Chris spent extra time and used a specialized cleaner/spot remover to lift the marks out.  He used a special deoderant and sanitizer to make sure the carpet  was truly clean.  We could tell Chris took extra time and care to ensure the job was completed to our satisfaction.  He actually brought a dead carpet back to life!  My brother and I were amazed at the difference.  Since it was Chris' last job of the day, and we were so thrilled with the outcome, we asked if he could also clean the carpet on the staircase.  This is an old house, so the staircase was very steep.  Chris was super. He managed the whole staircase with his equipment by himself and without issue.  I would absolutely recommend PRO CLEANERS to anyone.  Chris is a true professional  who takes pride in his work and a job well done.  He went above and beyond to exceed  our expectations! Share on Band of Neighbors:  Yes Overall A Price A Quality A Responsiveness A Punctuality A Professionalism A +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++                       Review Date: July 23, 2013 Member:  Marjorie Schafetz , 07853 Category:  Carpet Cleaning Services Performed:  Yes * More Weight is given to a review where work has been completed. Work Completed Date:  July 19, 2013 Hire Again:  Yes Home Build Year:  1970 Description Of Work:   2 bedrooms, hallway, 3 sets of stairs, living room and den.  Excellent job   Member Comments:   He came, bought in all of his equipment and began cleaning.  Carpeting was really dirty and I was extremely pleased at how clean it is now, almost new looking.  Couldn't ask for a more personable and professional person. Share on Band of Neighbors: Overall A Price A Quality A Responsiveness A Punctuality A Professionalism A +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++   Review Date: July 22, 2013 Member:  Alison Dahl 160 North Road Chester, NJ 07930 Category:  Carpet Cleaning Services Performed:  Yes * More Weight is given to a review where work has been completed. Work Completed Date:  July 02, 2013 Hire Again:  Yes Home Build Year:  1989 Description Of Work:   ProCleaners cleaned two wall to wall carpets, one was berber and the other one light beige plush.   Member Comments:   This work was done on an Angie's List Special Offer:  2 rooms and a hallway for $79  + tax.  The fellow from ProCleaners arrived on time and moved several pieces of furniture in each room.  He was courteous, professional, and did a good job.  The carpets are noticeably brighter and cleaner.  I would definitely hire this company again to clean carpets and upholstery.   Share on Band of Neighbors:  No Overall A Price A Quality A Responsiveness A Punctuality A Professionalism A ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Review Date: May 20, 2013 Member:  Holly A Papp 13 Southwind Dr Flanders, NJ 07836 Category:  Carpet Cleaning Services Performed:  Yes * More Weight is given to a review where work has been completed. Work Completed Date:  April 29, 2013 Last Modified Date:  May 23, 2013 Hire Again:  Yes Approximate Cost:  $194.00 Home Build Year:  1952 Description Of Work:   I used ProCleanersNJ.   Member Comments:  They were very good. There were stains that I noticed in the living room and I can not find them anymore. They did a really deep cleaning and was there a long time. He obviously cared about this job. We were very happy with them. The work was way beyond our expectations. He did a great job.   Share on Band of Neighbors:  Yes Overall A Price A Quality A Responsiveness A Punctuality A Professionalism A ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++   Member:  Thomas McKinney , 07866 Category:  Carpet Cleaning Services Performed:  Yes * More Weight is given to a review where work has been completed. Work Completed Date:  January 23, 2013 Hire Again:  Yes Approximate Cost:  $200.00 Description Of Work:   Whole house carpet cleaning. They did a nice job. Member Comments: Good job Overall A Price A Quality A Responsiveness A Punctuality B Professionalism A   +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Review Date: March 01, 2013        Member:  Steve Nix 176 Casterline Rd DENVILLE, NJ 07834 Category:  Carpet Cleaning Services Performed:  Yes * More Weight is given to a review where work has been completed. Work Completed Date:  January 23, 2013 Last Modified Date:  March 11, 2013 Hire Again:  Yes Home Build Year:  1929   Description Of Work:    They did carpet cleaning on 2 rooms.   Member Comments:    ProCleanersNJ did a good job. They were very nice and I recommend them. He said he was going to show up, if he's going to be late, he tells you and he  stays until he's done. I thought he was very conscientious. I think it was probably a good price because my husband doesn't get anything unless it's a good price. I have a basement carpet and I'll use them again for it. Share on Band of Neighbors:    Yes   Transcribed from a telephone interview   Overall A Price A Quality A Responsiveness A Punctuality A Professionalism A    +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Review Date: February 01, 2013        Member:  Deborah Fitzgerald 8 greenfield hl sparta, NJ 07871 Category:  Carpet Cleaning Services Performed:  Yes * More Weight is given to a review where work has been completed. Hire Again:  Yes Description Of Work:  Wonderful results! Great service and can't wait to have grout cleaned next week Submitted from Angie's List iPhone Application Overall A   +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Review Date: January 28, 2013 Member:  Marion Stewart 20 Tower Road WAYNE, NJ 07470 Category:  Carpet Cleaning Services Performed:  Yes * More Weight is given to a review where work has been completed. Work Completed Date:  January 03, 2013 Hire Again:  Yes Approximate Cost:  $65.00 Description Of Work:    Very pleased to have this service person work in my home. Member Comments:  Service person arrived timely,  was careful of my home and possessions, thoroughly cleaned the carpets requested,.  I was quite comfortable having this person in my home. Overall A +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++   THANK YOU, for Choosing ProCleanersNJ

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Tips & Techniques for Tricky Stains - carpet stain removal

Basic Carpet Stain Removal

1. Scoop up as much of the spill as possible.
2. Blot the spot, don't rub or scrub. Gently press clean cloths into the stained area to remove moisture. (Scrubbing can damage the fiber and set the stain into the carpet.)
3. Apply warm, NOT hot, water to the stained area and blot until the stain stops transferring to the cloth.
4. If you can still see the stain, make a Detergent Solution by adding 1/4 teaspoon dishwashing liquid to one cup warm water.  (Don't use too much soap, because it's difficult to rinse out of the carpet.)
5. Apply the detergent solution, let sit five minutes, then rinse with clear warm water. Repeat until all the detergent is removed.
6. Place layers of white paper towels on the spill to absorb the liquid. Weight down the towels with a non-staining glass or ceramic object. You can let them sit overnight.
7. When the carpet is dry, vacuum to restore the texture.
8. If you can see the stain after all this, repeat steps 3 through 7. It means the stain penetrated deep into the pile and has wicked up to the surface.

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