How Often Should You Shampoo Your Carpet?

Carpet stains from heavy foot traffic and pet messes can leave your living room with dirty carpets and sometimes an unpleasant odor. While spot treatment can temporarily help rectify the problem, the fact that the stains are often deeply embedded in the carpet fibers may cause them to resurface or the allergens contained in them to wreak havoc.

If you have pets in the home, you may find your carpet problem exponentially worse, as even the most well-trained pet can have accidents and leave messes that soak into your carpet.

The good news is that professional carpet shampooing from Anthony Peter Carpet & Upholstery can help eliminate stains at the source and remove deep-down dirt and debris, preventing it from resurfacing. Ready to enjoy fresh and clean carpets in your living space? Anthony Peter Carpet & Upholstery is ready to help. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

How often can you safely shampoo your carpet?

Knowing how often to shampoo the carpet is important for your carpet’s protection. While it is best to have a cleaning schedule for your carpets every 12 to 18 months, you can shampoo carpets more often if you have light-colored carpets that show stains more easily, have pet odors in the home, or have high traffic on your carpeted areas. In these cases, you can easily have your rug professionally shampooed every three to four months without wearing or damaging the carpet.

Can you shampoo your carpets more often if you have pets?

Yes. Deep cleaning your carpets every three months is safe if you have many dander or allergens in your home from pet messes. Pet owners will also want to stay on top of spot cleaning their carpet when their furry friends leave behind urine or feces.

How long must you wait before you can shampoo your carpet again?

Shampooing your carpets is a deep carpet cleaning process to remove dirt particles, debris, and stains deep down in your carpet fibers, which the vacuum cannot reach. It is best to wait at least three to six months between shampooing, depending on how dirty your carpets get and the type of fiber it is made of.

Which carpet materials require less frequent shampooing?

Most carpets and area rugs made of synthetic materials are designed to be durable and repel dirt and debris. These types of materials, such as nylon and polyester fibers, will often not need to be shampooed more than once per year or every 18 months unless they are subject to heavy staining or significant foot traffic.

Will shampooing your carpets too frequently damage them?

It may be tempting to regularly shampoo high-traffic areas with cleaning products to keep the area dirt and stain-free. Unfortunately, too frequent shampooing can cause the fibers in your carpet to loosen and wear down. This will make them more likely to absorb and hold dirt and stains and make cleaning more difficult. Using strong cleaning solutions can cause this to happen faster, so it is best not to shampoo too often and choose a professional cleaning service that uses gentle eco-friendly carpet cleaning products to extend the life of your carpet.

Do you need to vacuum your carpet before a professional carpet shampooing?

Regular vacuuming can help you reduce the appearance of traffic stains by removing dirt so that it will not become ground in. It is also a good idea to run the vacuum cleaner over your carpet just before the professional carpet cleaner arrives. If the carpet needs to be vacuumed, they will do so before beginning the cleaning process. But, if you have this step completed, they will be able to get right to work, focusing on removing the dirt and stains affecting the appearance of your carpet.

Do I need to move furniture before my professional carpet cleaning?

Removing as much of the furniture on top of the carpet that is being cleaned as possible can help the professional cleaners get right to work, so they can focus their time on treating and cleaning the carpet. If you need assistance moving large, heavy, or awkward furniture out of the room, the cleaners will likely assist, but having the area as clear as possible is desirable. When you remove all the furniture yourself, you can also vacuum the area before the professionals arrive.

Do you need to shampoo the carpet that is not dirty or stained?

While spot cleaning using stain remover is a common part of shampooing, it doesn’t mean your carpet shouldn’t be professionally cleaned if spots and stains aren’t found. Even if you don’t see dirt stains visibly on your carpet, there is likely a buildup of dust, dirt, and allergens deep in the fibers of your carpets, even in rooms that aren’t frequently used. Without proper cleaning, that buildup can affect the indoor air quality of your home, complicating asthma symptoms and allergies if your home has pets.

Why is it better to have a professional carpet cleaning company?

While DIY carpet cleaning methods can improve the look of your carpet, they are not likely to reach deep down into the carpet fibers the way a professional hot water steam cleaning process can. A professional carpet cleaner knows what cleaning solutions and methods are needed to remove deep-down stains and improve the appearance of your carpet without causing damage to delicate fibers. A professional carpet company will also remove your carpet’s stains completely, even if touch-ups are needed.

Contact Anthony Peter Carpet & Upholstery Today to Enjoy Refreshed and Renewed Carpet in Your Home

While regular cleaning, such as vacuuming and addressing stains, is crucial to maintaining your carpet, a professional carpet cleaning once a year can refresh your carpet and remove unwanted pollutants from your home. Anthony Peter Carpet & Upholstery has the knowledge and skills to make your living space look beautiful again. From upholstery cleaning to area rug cleaning to carpet cleaning, Anthony Peter Carpet & Upholstery offers the services you need to keep your home looking like you have just moved in.