Are you thinking it's about time to get your carpets cleaned? Do you live in the Fort Wayne, Indiana area and are looking for Fort Wayne Carpet Cleaning. If so you may want to consider these 5 costly misconceptions about carpet cleaning.
My name is Scott Murphy Owner/Operator of S. Murphy Carpet Care and down below I've listed some things you should consider to help you make an informed decision on getting your carpets cleaned.
Misconception # 1 – You Should Wait As Long As Possible Before Cleaning Your Carpet
No! Dirt is abrasive – like sandpaper. Every time you step on on your carpet, you grind dirt into the carpet fibers. This cuts your carpet, just as if you had used a knife. This cutting causes your carpet to wear out faster. A dirty carpet will not last as long as a clean carpet. And while vacuuming helps – by itself, it is simply not enough. The longer you wait to have your carpet cleaned, the more damage you do to your carpet and the faster it wears out.
Misconception # 2 – The Only Reason To Clean Carpets Is To Remove Dirt
False. As you probably know, outdoor air contains pollens, fungus, bacteria, air pollution, cigarette smoke, and care exhaust – and hundreds of other chemicals. When you come into your home, you carry those pollens, bacteria, and chemicals in your hair and on your skin, clothing and shoes. Not surprisingly, all those chemicals and toxins wind up in your carpet.
If you have allergies, asthma, emphysema, or other breathing problems – one major source of your problem could be the pollens, fungus, smoke and chemicals in your carpet.
Misconception # 3 – Having The Right Equipment Is All A Company Needs To Clean Your Carpets Properly
Not true. Many companies own fancy equipment but very few companies teach their employees how to use them properly. This is why it's important that you choose your Fort Wayne Carpet Cleaning company carefully. The best cleaning companies are those that have been certified, by the Institute of Inspection. Cleaning and Restoration Certification, know as the IICRC. Before you choose a Fort Wayne Carpet Cleaning company, ask if the company has been certified.
Misconception # 4 – The Company That Offers The Lowest Price Is The Company You Should Hire
Absolutely Not! I've seen so many problems arise from lowest-bid companies that I suggest you Never hire a company that quotes the cheapest price. The two most common problems are:
- The price may not be for the services you want performed. The company may be equipped to remove only the dirt from your carpet. But you may want bacteria, fungus, pollens and tobacco residues removed as well.
- The price you see advertised may not be the price you pay. Many homeowners have learned that the low price they saw advertised lasted only until the carpet cleaner got to their home. Then they were pressured into paying a lot more for a variety of add ons. Some Fort Wayne Carpet cleaning companies even break the law by using illegal bait and switch tactics.
Misconception # 5 – Any Honest Fort Wayne Carpet Cleaning Company Should Be Able To Give You An Exact Price Quote Over The Telephone
I wish this were true, but it isn't.
Honest, reputable Fort Wayne Carpet Cleaning companies almost never price carpet cleaning by the room. Instead, carpet cleaning is usually priced by the square foot and the time it takes to complete the job properly. If you only get a quote by the room you could be shocked at the results you will get when they are finished with the cleaning.
In Closing:
If you are looking to get your carpets cleaned I highly suggest you take these 5 misconceptions in mind when making a decision on which Fort Wayne Carpet Cleaning Company to hire.
If you would like. I always like to set up appointments and meet with new customers face to face for the first time. That way I can introduce myself and be able to see the carpeted areas that need cleaned.
At that time I can determine what you are wanting from your carpet cleaning and I can determine what it will take to make those expectations come true. I offer free in home estimates. For more information about me and my company please visit: www.SMurphyCarpetCare.com