Regular carpet cleaning can minimize the spread of diseases. Not only does regular cleaning keep surfaces clean, but it also addresses the surfaces that may harbor pathogens. Increasing the frequency of carpet cleaning will reduce the impact that current bacterial and viral outbreaks have on a household. The benefits of regular carpet cleaning are numerous and can be felt by many people.
Do-it-yourself carpet cleaning
There are some ways to clean a carpet to reduce disease, and many of these can be done by you. Firstly, you can use baking soda and vinegar to clean stains. This solution will react with the stain and lift it from the carpet. It would help if you sprinkled baking soda on the stain and then added a small amount of vinegar. Massage the mixture into the carpet and leave it there for at least four hours to dry thoroughly. To deep clean a carpet, start by cleaning a small patch at a time. You can also use foaming or dry shampoo or make your own with common household ingredients.
It is also essential to clean your carpet regularly to keep it free of bacteria. Many bacteria live for up to four weeks in carpets, which can spread onto the food you eat. Therefore, you should clean your carpet at least once every six months. It’s worth hiring a carpet cleaning service if you have pets or cannot physically clean the carpet yourself.
Dust mites
The good news is that carpet cleaning can help reduce the number of allergens and dust mites in your home. These little creatures live in carpets and collect skin flakes and proteins. These allergens can irritate the skin and can cause allergies. By getting rid of these mites, you will be significantly helping your immune system.
A professional cleaning team can remove dust mites and eliminate their allergens. This is important for the health of your family. Having dust mites in your home can be a real pain, especially if you have allergies. But cleaning your carpets can help reduce your risk of allergies and other respiratory problems.
Investing in a good vacuum cleaner can also help reduce your risk of developing dust mite disease. This type of cleaner has a HEPA filter, which traps dust and mite particles. You should avoid using a standard paper bag filter, allowing allergens to escape. Another option is hot water extraction, which uses a high temperature to kill dust mites.
Indoor air pollution
Many factors contribute to indoor air pollution, including radon, tobacco smoke, gases from fireplaces, and excess moisture. These toxins can irritate your eyes, nose, and skin and aggravate respiratory disease. In addition to their unpleasant smells, these pollutants also trigger a host of uncomfortable symptoms, including headaches, coughing, and fatigue.
Fortunately, there are many ways to reduce the number of allergens, toxins, and other pollutants that can enter the indoor air. Most of these techniques involve reducing the pollutants’ source, including improving ventilation. One way to do this is by regularly cleaning your carpets. The process will not only enhance the appearance of your carpet. Still, it will also decrease the number of allergens and other pollutants that cling to it.
The chemicals and allergens in carpets can cause respiratory problems and even adverse environmental effects. These substances are called volatile organic compounds (VOCs), emitting odors and chemicals into the air. If you have allergies or asthma, it’s important to avoid using carpets in your home. If you can’t do without them, vacuum regularly with a HEPA filter. However, this is not an ideal solution, as it will disturb the settled particles and cause more pollutants to become airborne. Further, deep cleaning your carpets once a year is essential to reduce the number of contaminants in the air and prevent airborne illnesses.
About Citrus Bright
At Citrus Bright, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive carpet cleaning services to both companies and homeowners. We only use the latest American-made equipment to quickly and efficiently clean the carpets in your home and your working environment. If you are looking for high performance and low environmental impact, “The Power of Citrus” is what you want. Our cleaner uses no harsh detergents or soaps as a cleaning agent, only a citrus-based liquid concentrate. It is impossible to completely remove traditional detergents and soaps, leaving tacky residues that contribute to carpet re-soiling. Citrus Bright’s carpet cleaning service lifts dirt and soil, and cleans carpet fibers and other living surfaces while leaving no residues but only the refreshing smell of oranges!
We offer residential carpet cleaning services in Chandler, Gilbert, Phoenix, Queen Creek, and Sun Tan Valley. However, we only provide commercial carpet cleaning services in Gilbert and Phoenix.
