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The importance of keeping your carpets clean

Carpets are an important aspect of your home. Keeping it clean should be your priority as this allows you to have a carpet that lasts a long time and keeps that new feel. Let us now look at why your carpets get dirty in the first place.

Calm down and just think of the things that could stick to the fiber of your carpet. Many homes have carpets that run from wall to wall. People have the habit of walking right in with their shoes on. You might have exquisitely polished shoes but can you say the same about the bottom of your shoes?

Similarly, you have children in your home. You can teach them discipline by making them remove their shoes outside but they are children after all. There will be times when they just run in with their shoes on.

Your pets are as innocent as your children are. They do not know what is right and what is wrong. They might just walk into the room on a rainy day and make a mess of your carpet. These are things you might just be able to control. However, there are certain things that can be beyond your control.

You have dust, dirt, human and pet hair, and many other minute impurities like pollen that stick to the fiber of your carpet

Please see below the importance of keeping your carpets clean.

• Save Money: Your carpets are not cheap, it is imperative that you take care of them so that they last long. Cleaning it regularly ensures that you safeguard your investment. Cleaning the carpet is way less expensive than replacing it with a new one.
• Cleanliness is next to Godliness: This is a very old saying but it still holds good today. Imagine the impression you create on your business clients if you have dirty carpets in your office. The same applies to your home. The best way to maintain the looks of the carpet is to vacuum clean it every week. You can also get the help of professionals to do the job for you. Some stains can be stubborn but professionals have the requisite tools to handle them.
• Have a carpet that smells nice: In spite of all the precaution, you might still spill some coffee or oil on the carpet unintentionally. Your little one might urinate or vomit on it. These things are things beyond your control. Steam cleaning the carpet is the right way to keep it smelling nice. It is undoubtedly a professional’s job.
• Do not allow the allergens / bacteria to spread: No one cleans carpets on a daily basis. It is natural that allergens and bacteria can accumulate on the carpets over time. The warmth of the carpet provides the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. Regular cleaning can eliminate germs from the scene. The risk of spreading bacteria is multiplied especially when you have kids and pets in the house.

How do you keep the carpets clean?

The best way to do so is to contact a professional and entrust the job to them. They have the necessary tools and the expertise to handle the toughest of stains. As far as vacuuming is concerned, you can do that at home. It does not take much of an effort to get rid of surface dirt. The method of cleaning depends on the type of carpet you have in your home. You are able to vacuum all types of carpets. However, there can be touch stains and other issues with your carpet that might require extra attention and care, which you might not be incapable of providing without professional help. 

Flooded basement. Burst pipe. Failed sump pump. Overflowing toilet, bathtub, sink or drain. There are so many things that can happen to cause water damage in your home. And no matter how water damage happens, one thing’s for sure: It’s a stressful situation for any homeowner.

If water sits in your home too long, it can permanently damage your belongings or lead to mold buildup. That’s why reaction time is critical. To minimize the damage, water removal must happen very quickly—and it must be done by an expert. Read on to learn two simple steps for how to best handle water damage, just in case you ever find yourself in this unfortunate situation.

1. Turn off the main water supply. If you find that a pipe has burst, your toilet or sink has overflowed or your refrigerator, washing machine, hot water heater or dishwasher has leaked, it’s important to turn off the main water supply. This will ensure that any appliances that use water will no longer work until the water is turned back on, and that any repairs can be done.
2. Call Calloway Cleaning and Restoration. At Calloway, we specialize in this! No matter how much or how little water damage you find in your home, we’re here to help restore your home back to its original condition. We have more than 25 years of experience in water restoration with numerous certifications. Our friendly water technicians are experts in water removal. Even better? They’re on call 24/7. That means that any time you call, we promise you’ll get a call back within 15 minutes so we can properly assess the situation. And, our water removal experts will advise you about how to minimize the water damage until they arrive, which is always in three hours or less. Once they arrive, you can feel confident, knowing that our trained technicians always have the most powerful, state-of-the-art equipment to extract the maximum amount of water from your home. Best of all, we handle everything. If a plumber is needed, we’ll help you get in touch with one. If an insurance claim needs to be filed, we’ll work directly with your insurance company to make sure you’re taken care of.

Next time you find yourself tackling water damage in your home, take a deep breath and give us a call. This is our specialty, so let us take care of the mess! Simply call Calloway Cleaning and Restoration any time at 513-505-4656. You won’t be disappointed!