Carpet Cleaning Most soil trapped in the carpet can be removed by vacuuming. However it is also necessary to clean your carpet professionally on a regular basis to remove the oily, sticky soil that vacuuming alone can not remove. This soil can result from cooking vapors, air pollution, and tracked-in dirt from outside. The particles of oily soil deposited on carpet fibres can cause gradual but significant dulling of colors. The color isn't lost, but is hidden under the film. If this type of soil is allowed to accumulate, it begins to attract and hold the dry soil. The cleaning chore will be easier and more successful if the carpet is cleaned before it comes too unpleasant. A typical household should be cleaned every six to twelve months, depending on the amount of activity, indoor and outdoor, and the residents. Professional or DIY Using Professional Cleaners will ensure a cleaner and much safer job as their experience enables them to do a better job. Their highly sophisticated equipment has more extraction power than the rental units available to individuals and the carpet should dry quicker. Qualified Professionals also understand the equipment, know the proper cleaning agents for the situation at hand, and recognize the differences in fibers and carpet construction. Carpet Care It is possible for your carpet to look good for years, with regular cleaning and routine maintenance. As with everything, the more care you take of your carpet, the longer it will keep its appearance and the longer it will last. Routine Maintenance aims to prevent the build-up of soil so the cleaning is less frequent. An easy way to protect your new carpet from dirt and grit is to place a doormat at entrances to a room or even a left over piece of carpet. It is also important to remember that doormats also need to be cleaned regularly as well otherwise they will not prevent the transfer of dirt and grit to your carpet Vacuuming Vacuum your carpet 3 times a week or at least once a week. Heavy traffic areas should be vacuumed daily. When a carpet is first laid, there may be some loose fibres which work their way to the surface. Just vacuum a little more gently and more frequently. All vacuum cleaners must be well sustained in order to be effective. Best to use HEPA vacuum cleaner. Filters and dust bags need to be emptied regularly and filters washed or replaced depending upon the type of cleaner. Cut pile carpet. An upright vacuum with a beater bar brush is recommended or cylinder vacuums with a turbo head attachment. For loop pile carpets, a suction only cleaner is recommended.