Unbeknownst to many, there is an ecosystem brewing under our feet every day. And if
you have carpet in your home, this micro jungle isn’t masking lost Mayan temples, it’s masking
the accumulation of dust, dirt, allergens, bacteria, pet and human hair, grime and whatever else
may have migrated into your home. After all that, is it really necessary to extrapolate on the
importance of cleaning your carpets? But for giggles, let’s dive a bit deeper into those threads
beneath our feet.
Here are four of the top reasons to regularly clean your carpets:
- Prevent the spread of allergens and bacteria. The thing about allergens and
bacteria is that they’re so small they can’t be seen with the naked eye. These little
invaders don’t need a cloaking device to enter your home, they’ll march right in on
your shoes. And if you have pets that regularly go outdoors, you can bet that your
carpet is housing an army of them. They can also enter via the air from outside. And
if you have kids, you may be familiar with the food variety that gets ground into the
carpets and begins to grow mold. For this reason alone, it’s important to clean your
carpets at least once or twice a year. - Maintain the look. At home or in the office cannot look clean if the carpet aren’t
actually clean. Maintaining the look by regularly vacuuming is a great way to remove
unwanted dirt and debris which will help prolong the life and vitality of your carpets.
Studies have actually shown that a clean floor in the workplace creates greater
employee job satisfaction, which in turn improves employee productivity. And let’s
not forget how proud you’ll be to have guests in your home. - Improve the smell of your carpet. If you have pets or children, this will be an
obvious reason to maintain the cleanliness of your carpets. We all know that both kids
and pets have a habit of vomiting or accidentally urinating which will leave behind an
unpleasant smell that a basic household cleaner will never be able to get rid of. By
having your carpets cleaned regularly, either professionally or with a home carpet
cleaner and a good cleaning solution, you can keep on top of this unpleasantness.
After all, your nose may become acclimatized to the smell, but your guests will
definitely notice it. - Save money. As with most things, if we invest a little time and sweat in proper
maintenance, we will be saving ourselves more money in the future. Because let’s be
honest, carpets are expensive. Regular cleaning will prolong the life of our carpets for
years to come, keeping replacement costs down. Hopefully, the only carpet you’ll
need to replace is that purple shag from the 60s that’s been floor surfing your spare
bedroom. And if you’re planning on selling your home in the future, proper carpet
maintenance and care will help you get the most value out of your home. Because
let’s be honest, it’s a lot easier to spend money on a carpet cleaning service rather
than replacing an entire living room or bedroom.