Is now a good time of year to get your carpets cleaned?

As the providers of the best carpet cleaning services in Christchurch, we’re often asked what the best time of year is to get carpets cleaned (we’d like to say any time is the best time), but sometimes clients wonder whether it’s best to wait until the traditional spring clean. Getting your carpets cleaned now does have benefits.

As the seasons change, so do the challenges faced in home care and maintenance. Increased rainfall and plummeting temperatures affect the type of items on your to-do list. Clearing the gutters and sweeping leaves will likely feature, while having your carpets professionally cleaned may not be high up on your list of chores, having them spruced up offers numerous advantages. Here are some reasons why it’s important:

Stop debris accumulation

The warmer months invariably cause carpets to take a battering. Bare feet are very good at bringing in dirt and debris from the outside in which coupled with sand from the beach, means the carpet fibres are at high risk of permanent damage - if the embedded dirt and debris is not removed.

Autumn and winter are notorious for tracking dirt and mud into your home which, if the summer’s debris hasn’t been removed, can quickly escalate into very dirty stained carpets. Professional carpet cleaning services remove this accumulation minimising the risk of permanent carpet staining.

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Protect the household’s health

This is the time of year when people are susceptible to ill health. The temperature fluctuations between day and night, and external and internal spaces causes colds, sniffles and generally not feeling 100%. Pet dander, dust mites, allergens, mould spores and other irritants get trapped in carpets which can heighten respiratory problems. Professional carpet cleaning uses hot water extraction to remove these allergens and improve the hygiene of the indoor environment.

Increase the life span of your carpets

Carpets are a big-ticket purchase, so it makes sense to take protective steps to make sure they last as long as possible. During these colder months, people spend more time indoors and the carpets are exposed to more dirt and debris – both of which increase wear and tear. Stepping up your usual carpet care routine is necessary, whereas professional carpet cleaning services remove the smaller damaging particles of dirt and debris.

Improve your home’s air quality

It’s well documented how pollution is a problem, but chances are high you are less worried about the air quality in your home. However, somethings that are done in the home to make it more comfortable increase the exposure to toxins. Installing insulation, lighting fires, burning candles, and using air fresheners generate particulate matter which reduces air quality and significantly impact your sense of wellbeing, not just your physical health.

As the weather changes more time is spent indoors, and the air quality of our homes becomes more important. Because carpets trap pollutants, professional carpet cleaning services can help boost indoor air quality.

So, in answer to the question yes, now is a good time of year to clean your carpets. Christchurch Carpet Cleaning serves Christchurch and Canterbury for both domestic and commercial carpet cleaning.

Call 021 638 637 or contact us online for a quote and to make an appointment.

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