| Professional carpet cleaners have the big trucks with hoses that have enough suction to remove excess water from carpet, special cleaners, and hot enough water (180 degrees plus) to clean and disinfect. While professional carpet cleaning is much more effective than DIY, it can not perform miracles on neglected carpet where there is ground in soil and frayed fibers, such as in high traffic areas, and old stains. Old stains, once they set up are nearly impossible to remove. Stains cleaned with improper cleaners are often set.
Different types of stains require different types of spotting agents, such as solvents for oil/grease-based stains and enzymes for organic stains. Spots should be attended to immediately with proper spotting agent. Carpet should be cleaned by a professional every 12-18 months or more often depending on amount of traffic. |