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1. What type of equipment do you
use?
2.
What types of cleaning products do you
use?
3. Is it true you will honor
any valid competitor’s price?
4. Will all the stains be
removed?
5. How often should my
carpets be cleaned?
6. Will Too Much Carpet
Cleaning Wear Down My Carpets?
7. How do I know its time for
a carpet cleaning?
8. How long will it take to
clean my carpets?
9. Do you move
furniture?
10.
How long will it take for carpets to dry
?
11. What method of carpet
cleaning does your company
use?
12. What guarantees do
you offer?
13. What other services
do you provide?
14. Do I really get a
lifetime supply of carpet & rug
spotter?
15. Are you insured and
bonded?
16. To prevent fires, how
often should my dryer vent be
cleaned?
17. What cities/towns do
you service?
18. Do I need to be home
while you clean my carpets?
19. I have seen ads for
the "Dry Clean" method. Is that a good method to
use?
20. What can I do to
prepare before my cleaning technician
arrives?
21. What are the benefits
of having my carpets Green
Cleaned?
22. Why should we choose
you as our carpet area rugs and upholstery cleaning
professional?
23. Do you have any
references and/or testimonials from past
clients?
24. What brand of carpet
protector do you use and why?
25. Will the backing of
my carpet get wet during
cleaning?
26. What are the dark
lines around the edge of my walls and on
stairs?
27. I have heard that if
you have allergies you should remove all carpeting? Is
that true?
28. SCAM ALERT $9.95 per room or
whole house for $99.00 coupons. Are they the real deal?
You Decide
1. What
kind of equipment do you
use?
Whether we are cleaning your
carpets, rugs, grout lines, upholstery, or air ducts our
equipment is top shelf, and exceeds residential standards. A1
Sparkles Natural Carpet Cleaning uses truck mount carpet
cleaning systems as our preferred type of equipment. Truck
mount equipment is where the actual machinery is built into the
van. These powerful van units are used when ever possible and
do require parking with in 150 feet of the areas to be cleaned.
Offering 25 horse power vacuums, 310 degree heat exchangers,
high pressure steam, and maximum water recovery these machines
are costly but are worth it!
A1 Sparkles Natural Carpet
Cleaning exclusive water purification system water guarantees
superior cleaning buy eliminating Lead, Chlorine, Mercury,
Calcium, and the Fluoride That Dentist Love but Carpets Hate.
For apartments, or when our carpet van is not an option we use
high performance portable units. Innovative designs, dual two
stage vacuums, and optimal heat our portables offer the
strongest performance on the market. Whether using our truck
mount systems or portables we use no chemicals in our steam
cleaning process.
2. What
type of cleaning products do you use?
First and
foremost we don’t use any chemicals that are not safe for our
children, pets, technicians, or the
environment. Unlike
our competitors we clean your carpets with purified water we
and use no chemicals in our steam cleaning process. Essential
there are three different types of pre treatment or spotting
agents use by carpet cleaners.
A. Heavy
chemicals.
B. Nontoxic /
Biodegradable.
C. Natural,
Green.
Powerful chemicals will get
carpet clean, but they are known in the state of California as
toxic, and they will cause your carpet to re-soil very soon. We
are not interested in and do not use any heavy carpet cleaning
chemicals.
Our standard carpet cleaning
uses the Nontoxic / Biodegradable carpet cleaning products.
These products are very effective and generally accepted as
safe. In the case of heavy stains or soiling some of these
products may be used in the pre-treatment process.
Our Natural Carpet Cleaning
method uses only the highest quality oxygen based 100% organic
solutions. Exceeding EPA standards these green cleaning
products are Hypo-allergenic, residue free, and contain no
VOC’s, sulphates, or butyl. They are completely safe for
children, pets and the environment. While these organic carpet
cleaning products cost more we know our customers and carpet
cleaning technicians appreciate the extra attention given to
our health and the environment. So safe and effective over 90%
of return customers prefer the all natural products.
We encourage all carpet
cleaning customers to see the company’s products. This way
you’ll ensure you are getting your money’s worth and peace of
mind knowing they use only plant or fruit based
products.
The bottom line is, as the
owner of a professional carpet cleaning business I clean my
carpets twice a year, and there is no way I am exposing my
children and pets to hazardous chemicals.
3. Is
it true you will honor any valid competitor’s price?
Yes! We have been cleaning
carpets a long time and always honor a true competitor’s price.
But you have to do your home work. The competitor must be IICRC
certified a Better Business Bureau member, use comparable
equipment and use 100% all natural organic products. A1
Sparkles honors written estimates and not bait and switch
coupons.
4. Will
all the stains be removed?
If we can’t get it out, the stain is not coming out. Customers
are amazed at the difference we can make. Our equipment,
products, and exclusive purified steam rinse are guaranteed to
remove even the most stubborn most stains. Carpet quality, age,
protectors, stain master, and general care are all variables in
the stain eradication process. With our carpet dyeing process
virtually any stain that is not removed during the carpet
cleaning process, can be reduced and re-colored. You’ll never
know the stain was even their. If A1 Sparkles can’t get it out
it is not coming out.
5. How
often should my carpets be cleaned?
Good question and one we are often asked. The short
answer and the one recommended by most carpet manufacturers is
at least once every year and no more than eighteen months, or
you’ll void your warrantee. Cleaning your carpets more
frequently are recommended if you have children, pets,
allergies, or a busy household. For a more information check
out the EPA clean air guidelines.
The long answer is your carpet
manufactures warranty may require yearly cleaning and carpet
protecting reapply to satisfy their requirements of proper
care. (kind 'a like tires having to be rotated and balanced
every 5-7000 miles to maintain tread wear warranty...) For
optimal health, beauty, and the longest lasting carpets you
should have them cleaned every six months. Check out our 50%
off carpet cleaning specials to make this a pleasant and
affordable experience.
6. Will
Too Much Carpet Cleaning Wear Down My Carpet Fibers?
No. Carpet is one strong fiber. Even in the toughest
environments such as hotels, a well maintained carpet will look
great and last years. 5 Star hotels see a lot of traffic but
always have beautiful carpets. That’s because they are vacuumed
every day, spot cleaning as required, and steam cleaning every
two to four weeks. That’s up two 26 carpet cleaning's per
year!
There are only 4 rules
for good carpet maintenance.
Quality - The
higher the purchase price, the better the durability, and clean
ability. (Builder grade carpet does not clean very
well.
Vacuuming –
The single most important preventative maintenance procedure is
vacuuming.
Stains – Get
them out quickly. Especially pet stains. Don’t rub stains in,
blot them out. Click here for A1 Sparkles complementary Stain
Removal Guide.
Cleaning -
Professional Hot Water Extraction (steam cleaning), recommended
every 6 months.
Chemicals – Less is better.
Even the best over the counter organic spotters and urine
erasers will remain in your carpet until they are extracted. At
home you simulate the extraction process by blotting or by
using a shop vac, to remove the excess product and the stain.
When you call a professional make sure they have truck mount
steam cleaning equipment. This is the best process for removing
deep down dirt that your vacuum can get too. However not all
carpet cleaners are the same. If they use normal chemicals and
detergent rinses they will leave a soil attracting residue.
This residue will clog the carpet fibers making them unable to
release dirt, when vacuuming. Your carpets will prematurely
wear and stains will be very difficult to come out. If you
follow these carpet rules your carpets will last twice as long
and always look great.
7. How
do I know its time for a carpet cleaning?
Before the stains look like
continents is always a good rule of thumb. However if you
aren’t sure try this little test. Take a clean white towel
moisten it with fresh water and rub it into the carpet pile. If
any soil is transfer to the towel, its probable time for a deep
cleaning. The best practice is a professional all natural steam
cleaning every six months.
Click here for A1
Sparkles Natural Carpet Cleaning 50% off cleaning
savings
8. How
long will it take to clean my carpets?
Each job is different. We can
give you a general idea of how long the average home can take
to clean. Adding stairs, a couch and some chairs to the job can
take longer, however we allow time on most jobs in case a
client requests additional cleaning. For that reason, we take
as long is required to make sure your carpet, rugs, and
upholstery get their cleanest. (We have seen well
maintained wool carpets looking great after 35 plus
years.)
9. Do
you move furniture?
In most cases basic furniture
moving is included. We use furniture sliders and protective
tabs to make the job safe and easy. We normally do not move
large items such as TV's, entertainment units, china cabinets,
pianos, book case or any items that may come apart. Moving
items such as beds, dressers, large sofas, desks, and servers
can be done for an additional charge and will be up to the
discretion of carpet cleaning technician. A1 Sparkles asks that
you remove all items from any furniture that is to be
moved.
10.
How long will it take for carpets to dry before I can
walk on them?
Nobody
likes wet carpet, so we go out of our way to ensure your carpet
never gets soaked, and A1 Sparkles Natural Carpet Cleaning has
the fasts drying times in the industry! We
recommend not walking on freshly cleaned carpet. While we are
cleaning please be extra careful when transition from carpet to
hard surfaces. Ask your carpet cleaning technician for some
complementary booties to prevent the carpets from resoling.
Using our powerful 25 hp truck vacuum, “green glide” carpet
wands, and our double shot high speed drying technique your
carpets will be dry in 2 – 4 hours. Fiber type, density, soil
levels, and relative humidity may effect drying times. Running
ventilation systems at 70 degrees and operating any ceiling
fans helps speed drying times as well. Portable carpet
cleaning machines as opposed to our truck mount carpet cleaning
machine, do not extract as much water and prolong drying times.
In addition, we will leave you a pair of "booties" for you to
use in case you need to move around on a freshly cleaned
carpet. The booties prevent shoe stains and re-soiling. They
are reusable so be sure to keep them in a drawer and use next
time we clean for you.
11. What cleaning
method do you use?
While there are several different
methods of carpet cleaning, A1 Sparkles is experienced in all
of them. The best method depends on type of carpet you have,
amount of soil present and what are your overall expectations.
We recommend HWE (hot water extraction) method, commonly
referred to as "steam cleaning". Our method uses no chemicals!
Instead we purified water that is converted to steam and hot
water, sprayed at pressures from 200 - 500 PSI depending on the
type of carpet, length of pile and other factors we check
during our carpet inspection. Purified soft water cleans much
better than regular tap water and leaves no mineral deposits
and a soft natural feel to the carpet fiber. Steam cleaning is
recommend and often required carpet manufactures like Shaw
Industries, Mohawk, Stain Master, Beauliueand other leading
carpet manufactures. Click here to view the Methods of Carpet
Cleaning. We encourage all carpet cleaning customers to
see the company’s products. This way you’ll ensure you are
getting your money’s worth and peace of mind knowing they use
only plant or fruit based
products.
12.
What Guarantees do you offer?
If The Stains Come Back … So Do We Warranty
Our truck mount carpet cleaning
service comes with our exclusive guarantee” if the stains come
back so do we guarantee”. We can offer you this warrantee
because we have designed our process, equipment and natural
solutions to prevent any stains from reappearing or wicking
back to the surface. Our process will keep your carpet cleaner
longer. With our process stains do not come back! For the first
30 days following your visit we will come out and re-clean any
area where the stains have re-appeared. This guarantee is only
valid if we performed a pre-vacuum and you have selected all
recommendations from your carpet cleaning technician. Our
warranty gives you access to professional touch-up cleaning
free of change or at a reduced rate. There may be a service
nominal charge or a full charge if the stains are new and not
ones that have came back. If for any reason you are not
satisfied with our cleaning, notify us within 3 days following
your visit and we will re-clean the area for free. Some
restrictions apply.
13.
What other services do you provide?
In addition to natural carpet
cleaning A1 Sparkles also provides; oriental rug washing,
upholstery cleaning, tile and grout steam cleaning, tile &
grout sealing, carpet dyeing & bleach spot repair, pet odor
removal, maid service, house cleaning, janitor services, office
cleaning, post construction cleaning, apartment cleaning, air
duct cleaning, hardwood floor cleaning, sand free hardwood
floor refurbishing, auto and boat upholstery cleaning, green
cleaning, window cleaning, and first response fire and flood
damage. If it needs cleaning….give us a
call!
14. Do
I really get a lifetime supply of carpet & rug spotter?
Yes. All sales over $150
receive a free carpet spotter. This product is organic and
works better than any product you can buy from a retail store.
Your life time supply is free each time we clean your carpets.
If you need a re-fill in between cleaning's you can order
on-line, give us a call, or stop in at the office. You pay only
the $5.95 shipping and handling
fee.
15.
Are you insured?
Yes. All reputable business
have insurance to protect not only themselves but their clients
as well. A1 Sparkles carries business liability insurance
policy, and workmen’s compensation. If you need a Certificate
of Insurance, please call us and we will have one sent to you.
We need your name, address and phone number. We can fax, mail
or email you our certificate.
16. To
prevent fires, how often should my dyer vent be cleaned?
Most dryer vents should be
cleaned at least every two - three years or so. This depends on
the length of your vent and how often the dryer is used weekly.
Dryers that have short vent runs and little usage may be able
to go longer than normal before needing
cleaned.
Cleaning the dryer vent can
help prevent the possibility of a fire in your house or
dangerous carbon monoxide, in the case of a gas fired dryer.
Plus, it can save you money on electricity or gas cost. A clean
vent allows the dryer to do a better job, allowing your clothes
to dry quicker with less energy consumed. Take time to notice
if your dryer seems to be running longer with the same amount
of clothes, it may be time to have the vent cleaned. And, with
all the talk about power shortages and high energy cost, we all
must do our part and make sure all our appliances are operating
at peak efficiency.
We often see the white
flexible vinyl type vent coming out the back of 90% of dryers
we service. This type of material can be highly flammable and
creates dangerous fumes when burning. If the lint catches on
fire while the dryer is running it can blow flames into the
vent pipe catching the vinyl connector between the dryer and
wall on fire. It can also blow flaming balls of lint around in
the area where the dryer sits and behind the sheetrock behind
the dryer which causing the fire to spread faster. Hopefully,
you catch it soon enough and the Fire Dept gets there in time
to keep the damage to a minimum. The washer / dryer area is one
place we recommend putting a smoke detector to give an early
warning about smoke or fire in this area. Also have a good A,
B, C type fire extinguisher (like the one you see in Lowes
etc.) handy in case you need one quick. That can be the
difference between you knocking down a small fire or having the
house burn down.
17.
What cities and towns do you currently service?
Our service area presently covers
ABINGTON, AMBLER, ARDMORE, AUDUBON, BALA CYNWYD, BERWYN,
BENSALEM, BLUE BELL, BRIDGEPORT, BROOMALL, BRYN ATHYN, BRYN
MAWR, CHELTENHAM, CHESTER COUNTY PA, TO CHESTER SPRINGS,
CLIFTON HEIGHTS, COATESVILLE, COLLEGEVILLE, CONSHOHOCKEN,
DELAWARE COUNTY PA, DEVON, DRESHER, DREXEL HILL, DOYLESTOWN,
AROUND EAGLEVILLE, ELKINS PARK, FAIRLESS HILLS, FLOURTOWN, FORT
WASHINGTON, FOLCROFT, GLADWYNE, GLEN MILLS, GLENSIDE, NEAR
GREEN LANE, GULPH MILLS, GWYNEDD, HARLEYSVILLE, HATBORO,
HATFIELD, HAVERFORD, HAVERTOWN, HORSHAM, HUNTINGDON VALLEY,
JENKINTOWN, KENNETT SQUARE, KIMBERTON, OUR LOCATION KING OF
PRUSSIA, LAFAYETTE HILL, LANSDALE, LANSDOWNE MAINLINE PA,
MALVERN, MEDIA, MELROSE PARK, MERION STATION, MONTGOMERYVILLE,
MAGNIFICENT MORRISTOWN NJ, NARBERTH, NEWTOWN, NEWTOWN SQUARE,
NORRISTOWN, NORTH WALES, AT OAKS, ORELAND, PAOLI,
PERKIOMENVILLE, PENN VALLEY, PHOENIXVILLE, PHILADELPHIA,
PLYMOUTH MEETING, POTTSTOWN, IN QUAKERTOWN, RADNOR, ROYERSFORD,
SHARON HILL, SANATOGA, SKIPPACK, SOUDERTON, SPRING CITY, IN
SPRING HOUSE, SPRINGFIELD, SUMNEYTOWN, SWARTHMORE, TELFORD,
TRAPP, TROOPER, UPPER DUBLIN, VALLEY FORGE, VILLANOVA WILD
CATS, WARMINSTER, WAYNE WEST CHESTER, WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, WILLOW
GROVE, WYNCOTE, AND WYNNEWOOD.
We can do other areas upon
request that may require travel surcharge.
Call for more info at 610-292-9069 or
215-782-3995.
18. Do
I need to be at home while you clean my carpets?
If you are a first time client,
we require you to be present during the cleaning. If will not
be present during the carpet inspection and or cleaning and
please let us know in advance and a valid credit card is
required to book your appointment. We like to have someone home
to show us around the areas that need cleaning and if we have
questions about any stains, spots or seam problems. Before we
start the cleaning process, we perform carpet inspection to
address any concerns you may have and get an idea of overall
carpet condition and age. We are friendly, uniformed, honest,
certified, licensed, insured and bonded professionals you can
trust in your home. Most return customers that just leave a
"key under the mat" and a note reminding which areas to clean.
We leave the invoice and lock the door on the way
out.
We can call your office or
cell phone prior to our arrival to let you know when we can
meet you. That way you are not sitting around the house waiting
for us to arrive. We sometimes get delayed during the day so
exact appointment times are hard to pin down. With our mobile
phones & GPS you can call us at any time to let us know if
your schedule has changed or to find out if we are running on
or near schedule. Our goal is to keep you informed and cause as
little disruption in your day as possible.
19. I
have seen ad's for a "Dry Cleaning" method. Is this a good
method to use?
As was mentioned earlier, most
major carpet manufacturers recommend and some now require steam
cleaning (hot water extraction), as their preferred method of
cleaning. Much like washing your hair you rinse out the soap
before drying, steam cleaning is highly effective in removing
soil and other contaminants from your carpet using the flushing
of water rinsing agents and extraction with a powerful vacuum
system. It is one of many carpet cleaning processes that are
officially recognized as an industry
standard.
To most people "dry cleaning"
means cleaning without water. The fact is, most carpet cleaning
advertised as "Dry" cleaning actually uses anywhere from a
little, to a lot, of water! Some companies use a white powder
material that is sprinkled on the carpet and worked in with a
brush machine. The material supposedly absorbs the soil and is
vacuumed away. For the majority of residential customers
HWE or "steam cleaning" will deliver the most effective
results being its the method recommend by the largest carpet
manufactures.
Each process can be effective
depending on the circumstances. For those who prefer a dry
cleaning process, and for most commercial carpets, A1 Sparkles
offers a dry carpet cleaning and low moisture cleaning systems.
These systems are unique and effective process that delivers
good cleaning results with minimum water usage. Drying times
are brief with an average of 10 min's to 30 min's. Your carpets
will be clean, bright and usable in a short amount of time.
These processes are a good not great choice for carpet cleaning
maintenance programs.
20.
What can I do to prepare before the Tech. arrives to clean my
carpets?
Our goal is to make the cleaning
process as simple as possible and to disturbed your daily
routine. We have a check list with the most common item that
needs attention before our arrival. Removing breakables and
clearing items from the floors is always recommended as a first
step, along with a good vacuuming of carpets depending on your
package. Click here for some recommendations to prepare for
your visit.
21.
What are the benefits of having my carpets "Natural Carpet
Cleaned”
Carpet manufacturing experts
agree there is one "best" method for cleaning carpets in your
home. That method is HWE. Check the major carpet mills websites
you will see they overwhelming recommend HWE as the preferred
method of cleaning. And starting in Jan 2007, Shaw Industries,
the largest carpet maker will be requiring carpets be HWE at
least once every 18 months by a IICRC certified Tech to
maintain warranties .
- DEEP
EXTRACTION– Our exclusive natural products
penetrate deep into the carpet fibers where dirt can be
embedded. Soil is extracted from base of carpet not
scrubbed in deeper. The dirt and soil are taken out of
carpet with our exclusive purified steam water rinse
action.
- NO SOAPS
& DETERGENTS– All natural cleaning
solutions are plant and fruit based. They are non-residue
materials and wash out completely with the purified steam
rinse
- SAFE &
EFFECTIVE - For all carpet types and fibers,
including the stain resistant types, like Stain Master,
wool and the finest oriental rugs. Also A1 Sparkles
products are completely safe for you, your children, pets
and the environment.
- SANITIZES -
Removing 95% of bacteria, dust mites, allergy laden
particles, pollen and pollutants in the carpet that can
attribute to allergic reactions. For ongoing allergy relief
click here for our Anti Allergen Care.
- ZERO CHEMICAL
RESIDUES – Our natural carpet cleaning
process is guaranteed to leave not a drop of
residue.
- SPOTS &
STAINS – Even the toughest spots, stains
and odors are removed during cleaning
process.
- CARPET PILE
DISTORTION - The powerful vacuum action
and hot water used during cleaning helps restore that "like
new" look to your carpet. The carpet is clean and standing
up like new.
- FAST
DRY- Most carpets are dry in 2-4
hrs.
- ECONOMICAL -
Helps extend the life of your carpet. It cheaper to clean
than replace.
- NO HARSH
CHEMICALS - Our natural cleaning solutions
are made from plant and fruit based products. They are
completely safe for children, pets and are hypo allergenic.
No chemicals that leave a sticky residue and no soaps or
harsh detergents are used. Just ask to see our products; we
are very proud of them.
22.
Why should we choose A1 Sparkles to clean our carpets?
Because we are true-Professionals
who have perfected the art and science of textile cleaning…the
natural way! Carpet cleaning may seem pretty straight forward,
but that's not the case with all the different types of carpet,
upholstery materials and cleaning agents available on the
market today. You have to know the chemistry and understand how
different cleaning agents work on soil and stains on carpet
fibers. Carpet cleaning today is very different than it was 15
years ago. Shampoo was the best cleaning method around and man
did it leave a soapy residue in the carpet. That why most
people still believe that cleaning your carpet makes it gets
dirty faster. With the advances in green cleaning supplies,
water purification and heat exchanger truck mounts today’s
carpets stay cleaner and stay that way much longer. The
cleaning products we use are the latest technology in green
cleaners. In addition, the carpet fiber itself has changed.
[Did you know since 1950's nylon carpets have changed
composition 7 or more times?] We continually attend training
classes to keep up with new cleaning technologies and cleaning
agents that emerge.
We don't try to lure you in
with super low prices and false claims like the bait and switch
operators do. We will provide you a firm quote and stand by
that price. Protect your self against uneducated, uninformed,
and down right unscrupulous carpet cleaners by only dealing
with companies you can trust. That's why we have joined
Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration associations
to put us in contact with other professionals who also operated
their business in an honest and ethical manner. In
addition we are fully insured, members of the BBB, certified,
licensed, knowledgeable, honest, hard working and conduct our
business with the highest integrity. Plus, you will love
our friendly, uniformed handpicked cleaning technicians.
Discover the difference and experience truly clean, fresh
carpet. Our aim is to make the whole process of cleaning in
your home, pleasant and stress free for YOU our client.
Call us for more info or to schedule an appointment today at
610-292-9069
23. Do
you have references , past client comments?
Yes, we have posted some of them
on our website. Additionally we can give you the names of past
customers. A1 Sparkles is VIP experienced and clean homes for
many of the areas professional athletes. Please call and let us
know in advance. We will be happy to let you hear all the nice
things our customers are saying about us!! Also check our
website for client testimonials. We are also members of the
Better Business Bureau, Angie’s List, and nationally certified
by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration
Certification, (IICRC)
24.
What brand of carpet protector do you use and why?
We exclusively use 3M Scotchgard
Advanced Carpet Protector. Scotchgard is the finest brand
available and extensive independent testing has been conducted
to prove it is safe. We often recommend customers use
Scotchgard in the high traffic areas to prevent premature wear.
We also recommend Scotchgard in areas wear spills and stains
are likely to occur. Carpet protectors are applied at the
mill when your carpet was manufactured. Known as Stainmaster,
this product wears off over time and needs to be re-applied
periodically. Scotchgard is the only brand that protects your
carpet from all stains and will actually extend the life cycle
of you carpet pile. For additional information on Scotchgard
click here. For upholstery cleaning we use a
highbred fabric protector with dye lock. This product may be
required to clean your upholstery as it locks in the colors to
prevent color run. Additionally our upholstery protector is
flexible to the fabric and will not wear off for many
years.
When is come to tile and grout
sealing we use a heavy duty commercial impregnator that will
outlast any other product on the market and will not peel off
with cleaning.
25.
Will the backing of my carpet get wet during cleaning?
Absolutely not! During our
cleaning process hot water is injected into the carpet fibers
rinsing the carpet and removing all the sand, dust mites,
pollen, dirt and other contaminants. Much of the moisture is
removed by the powerful truck mount vacuum system and state of
the art cleaning equipment we employ so the carpet is left
slightly damp to the touch. Most carpets are dry in 2- 4 hrs
depending on carpet type, humidity and air
movement.
26.
What is filtration soiling? (the dark unsightly line around
baseboards and under doorways)
Filtration lines are carbon
deposits. This type of soiling is the result most noticeable
with light colored carpets and is often present in newer homes.
You may see dark lines around baseboards, under doors, on edge
of stairs and especially near the HVAC return. These black
lines the result of air passing through the carpet as it goes
under closed doors and through the edge of the carpet pile. The
microscopic particles of dirt and pollution are deposited along
this line hence the name "Filtration Soiling". This process can
occur over a long period of time before it becomes noticeable.
By that time there is quite a buildup of
carbon.
Filtration Soiling is very
difficult to remove due to the fact the particles of carbon are
so small and fine they penetrate deep into the carpet pile and
in some cases of severe soiling the carpet backing can be can
be stained as well. Can the lines be removed?? With special
filtration line cleaning products, time and good amount of
effort, 'reasonable" results are possible. It depends on level
of carbon present and build up. We can give you a price on
filtration cleaning; just ask us anytime we are
cleaning.
How can I prevent these
filtration lines?? Be sure to vacuum the edge where the carpet
and baseboard meet. You can use a crevice tool or just a
regular dusting brush on vacuum hose end. Also using a clean
damp towel and wipe will help as well. Be careful of tack
strips as they can nick your fingers. Also, make sure your A/C
filters are of good quality and change often during heating or
cooling seasons. Try to avoid burning candles as they emit
carbon deposits into the air.
27. I
have heard that if you have allergies you should remove all
carpeting? Is that true?
In 1973, based on anecdotal
evidence that carpet contributed to allergic reactions, the
Swedish government banned the used of carpet in all public
facilities. Carpet was replaced with hard surface flooring
materials in homes, commercial environments, schools,
government buildings. Carpet fell from approximately 20% of the
market share to less than 2% of the total flooring market share
during that time.
Follow-up studies by the
Swedish Central Statistics Bureau indicated a dramatic increase
in reported allergies by the Swedish population following
carpet replacement. As carpet was removed and hard surface
flooring was installed, the incidence of allergy increased
among the Swedish population. This alarming increase was in
direct proportion to the amount of hard flooring materials
installed. This ban was removed after 17 years when the
dramatic increase in allergic reactions was
confirmed.
In recent years, numerous
investigations have begun to question the practice of avoidance
and began to look at routes of exposure for allergens that are
impossible to avoid. Researchers understand that allergic
reactions are caused by exposure to specific allergens, but
these respiratory allergens typically must be inhaled or
ingested to produce a respiratory response.
Dust mite allergens have been
a concern since its initial discovery as a primary residential
allergen in the 1960’s. Allergists routinely test for mite
allergen sensitivity and historical data reveals that a
significant number of their patients reveal a low tolerance to
this allergen. However, allergists stop short of stating that
allergic reactions have been caused by a specific allergen,
because of an inability to trace reactions to a specific
cause. With the advent of air duct cleaning, anti
allergen bedding, and steam fabric cleaning dust mite levels
have actually reduced, therefore reducing allergic
reactions. The fact remains that carpets and are the
biggest air filter in your home, however they must be cleaned
in order to work effectively!
28. I have seen coupons that
advertise "5 rooms for $99" and "9.95 per room".
Are these real or not..??
Check out this hidden camera
video taken in Kansas City recently. A local TV stations
set up hidden camera inside a home and called several carpet
cleaning company that advertised claiming to clean carpet for
$9.95- $15.95 a room or the $99.00 whole house cleaning. You
have seen the coupons and wonder, Are they the real deal or NO
DEAL, watch the video and you decide..
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CLICK HERE FOR THE CARPET CLEANING
SCAM ALERT VIDEO
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