Do It Yourself Carpet Cleaning???

As the Owner/Operator of Dry-Tech of Northwest Ohio, there are many times customers ask me "what's the difference between the machines that you use and the type that I buy in the store or rent?" In this article I will talk about the many reasons that you should always consider using a professional rather than using a store bought or rental unit.

The truth is that the carpet machines you get from the store are just not powerful enough to clean deep down in the carpet fibers. They usually have a good cleaning concept but lack both the pressure in applying the cleaning solution and the suction to remove the dirty water. Typical residential models will apply solution if not in a passive form, a very low pressure such as 15-20 pounds of pressure (if your lucky). Common sense can tell someone even if they knew little about carpet cleaning that if a machine is $200 for "Johnny Homeowner", one could only expect that a commercial unit that can run up to $5,000 must have something a little better! The vacuums are not too much of a problem because they don't need to go too deep. What happens is the machine does not push the cleaning solution far enough in the carpet. The vacuum really does not need to be too successful.

Equipment aside, a professional will have the knowledge in carpet styles, stain removal, repair and usually a pretty basic knowledge of chemistry which is the basis for understanding carpet stain removal. Remember a professional will have had experience in many situations that the average home owner does not. Dollar for dollar you get a better bang for your buck by having a professional handle the headache. Your home will be healthier and free from dust mites, allergens that can cause sickness. You and your family will feel much better when you have your carpets cleaned regularly. At Dry-Tech of Northwest Ohio we recommend that a person get their carpets cleaned every twelve to eighteen months by a professional. If you must own your own machine, get the one that offers the most in psi (pounds per square inch) and suction. These machines are good for maintenance but will still leave plenty behind for the pros to get out even after your finished!

Noah Stone Owner/Operator Dry-Tech of Northwest Ohio http://www.drytechnwohio.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Noah_Stone