As we’ve previously said, having your carpets regularly cleaned is one of the most important things you can do to extend your carpet’s life. However, that’s not the only reason to regularly clean your carpet. Do you remember the last time you had your carpet and upholstery cleaned?
Carpet and upholstery cleaning is one of the most important things you can do to keep your carpet and furniture looking good and keeping your home or work environment healthy. Unfortunately, many people don’t start thinking about cleaning their floors or furniture until they begin to notice stains and a buildup of dirt. Once you reach the point of visibly being able to see dirt and buildup, it can make the entire cleaning process much more difficult, lengthy, and expensive. In addition, by the time you notice a buildup of dirt, there is even more that you don’t see. Dirty floors and furniture in your home and/or office can dramatically impact the health and wellbeing of your employees and your family members.
Think of carpet and upholstery cleaning as a preventative task, much like having your car tuned up, vaccinating your pet, or getting a yearly physical at the doctor’s office. Cleaning your upholstery and carpet at regular intervals will cut down on mold, dirt, and other allergens that your employees and family members will come in contact with. Homeowners should be concerned with indoor allergens, since they will directly impact the health and wellbeing of their family members. For employers, a buildup of indoor allergens can cause your employees to get sick, which in turn, can cost you a lot of money in lost time and sick pay.
Although your recommended cleaning schedule will depend heavily on your work/home environment and foot traffic patterns, there are some general guidelines the professionals at SV Cleaning like to provide to our customers. At a minimum, your home or office’s upholstery should be professionally cleaned every 18-24 months. Your carpet, on the other hand, needs to be cleaned every 6-12 months. Keep in mind, if your place of business receives very high foot traffic (retail stores, nursing homes, restaurants, family fun centers etc.) your carpets will need to be professionally cleaned more often.
As a home or business owner, the best think you can do is work with a trusted professional cleaner and set yourself up on a regular cleaning schedule. Contact the experts at SV Professional Cleaning today. We proudly serve businesses and residents of Alexandria Virginia and can work with you to figure out a carpet cleaning schedule that works best for you.