How to Choose the Best Carpet Cleaners

Carpeting provides a warm and cozy atmosphere in the home. Unfortunately, carpeting attracts stains as well as debris especially if you have kids or pets and vacuuming alone cannot remove these impediments. Thus, a carpet cleaner becomes necessary to remove these items while keeping the carpet clean and fresh. 

1. Determine if you actually need a carpet cleaner. Homes without kids, pet or housemates who tend to spill things can generally rent a cleaner and clean the carpet themselves every six months or once yearly. You can also choose to hire someone to do the job annually.


2. Determine what type of cleaning methods is necessary for your home. You can use cleaners who use the dry extraction method by using a detergent compound, which can lift stains allowing the carpet to vacuum. A machine with chemical and suction power can also remove dirt. 


3. Do you prefer cleaners that use environmentally friendly product if this important only select those companies.


4. Consider obtaining a special carpet cleaner that can handle pet stains, and delicate carpeting.


5. Make a budget prior to searching for the best carpet cleaner. Carpet cleaners prices range from $80 to over $600. When you shop for a carpet cleaner, factor in the cost of shampoos, pre-stain treatments because these are necessary items to get the carpet clean. 


6. Research online to find the best carpet cleaners. Many sites now give customer rating of products and services, and you will be able to see what brands are popular and what brands have received negative review. This way you can steer clear of brands with negative ratings. Searching online is a valuable tool even if you are not buying the carpet cleaner online. You can use it as your guide to shop in your local geographic area.


7. Obtain estimates prior to any job, and find out not only about the labor cost, but the incidental cost as well.


8. Check the carpet cleaner history. It is dangerous to let anyone in your home if you do not know the cleaner.


9. Ask your family and friends for carpet cleaner recommendations. Check with the Better Business Bureau to make sure they are legitimate and in good standing.