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What Method is Best to Clean My Carpet?
Steam Cleaning Dry Cleaning

Steam cleaning  involves applying a solution of hot water and a mild detergent/deodorizer at high pressure to break loose the dirt. The dirty water is then extracted and put in a separate tank. The carpet takes between 6-24 hours to dry.  The time depends upon the amount of air flow, the humidity level, and the density of the carpet.

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Dry Cleaning  involves the application of a solvent-based cleaning product to the carpet. This is then removed with a large floor buffer with a white cotton bonnet or extracted using water (solvent extraction). One advantage of dry cleaning  with the buffer is that carpet usually dries in 1-3 hours.  However, the solvent extraction may be recommended instead of the bonnet method for carpets that are more heavily soiled. Please consult your technician if you have any questions about these two different forms of dry cleaning. Note: Pro Carpet will only Dry Clean your carpet!

 

ProCarpet has learned though extensive research and experience (over  a half-a -billion square feet cleaned) that the only truly safe and effective way to clean Berber is with dry cleaning. Steam Cleaning Berber (Olefin) can result in yellow chemical burns. Dry Cleaning allows us to maintain the ph of your carpet at a neutral level which results in safely and properly cleaned carpet. Call today if you have any questions about whether you should get Steam or Dry Cleaning
 
We Only Dry Clean Olefin & Wool Berber Carpets!
A few more things your should know about Steam Cleaning and Dry Cleaning:

First, industry jargon isn't very accurate:

Dry Cleaning isn't actually dry - it uses a liquid solvent similar to what is used by Dry Cleaners to clean clothing.

Steam Cleaning doesn't use steam. Technically, it is called Hot Water Extraction. (Steam would likely melt the carpet fibers.)

Dry Cleaning

  • Dries faster than Steam Cleaning.
  • Is gentler on carpets - a benefit if carpets are new and expensive.
  • Is recommended for Wool Berber and Olefin carpets because steam cleaning can occasionally cause yellow streaking to appear on these types of carpet.

Steam Cleaning

  • Cleans more deeply.
  • Can do a better job on heavily soiled areas and pet stains.
  • Is needed if a flea treatment is to be applied.
  • Costs less than Dry Cleaning.
 

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