Vacuuming Vs. Carpet Cleaning: What You Need to Know
You do all that you can to keep your carpets and your home clean, and it can be tough to know where to draw the line between what you can do yourself and when it's time to call in a professional. Here, we'll take a look at what you need to know about the differences between at-home carpet care and a professional cleaning. At-Home Care: A Regular Event It's important that you vacuum your carpets every few days in order to keep dust and debris from setting in. If you have pets, you may decide that it makes more sense to vacuum every day. If you have an at-home carpet cleaner, using it on heavily trafficked areas every few months can help your carpets stand the test of time. Professional Care: Every Six Months Bringing in a professional to clean your carpets twice a year can provide you with the high-level clean that you need, allowing you to replace your carpets less frequently. While at-home machines can do a good job of helping your carpets hold up, regular prof