Steam Carpet Cleaning
This powerful carpet-cleaning method is also commonly known as Hot Water Extraction. Steam Cleaning forces a hot water based cleaning solution into the carpet under high pressure, then sucks it back out of the carpet along with the dirt.
Portable Extraction: The carpet is cleaned by a small machine using hot tap water and powered by the electricity source in the house. Typically rented to DIY, some professionals also use portable units.
Truck Mounted Extraction: This uses a large cleaning machine mounted on a truck or van. The water is heated to a higher temperature and is shot into the carpet at a higher velocity than is possible in portable machines.
Many grocery stores and rental stores, rent steam cleaning equipment. You may also purchase deep cleaning equipment.
The correct procedure for cleaning carpet:
1. Vacuuming
2. Adding detergent and conditioners
3. Brushing the detergents in
4. Hot water extraction
5. Drying
Many carpet-cleaning professionals also believe this is the most effective way to clean mostly because the heat kills the bacteria and the extra power separates dirt. These powerful machines also pull most of the water back out of carpets, leaving them damp but not wet, and able to dry much quicker.
Steam cleaning your carpet leaves your carpet wet afterwards and it’s recommended that you don’t walk on it until it’s dry. Also, you can be left with a mildew smell and you run the risk of having mold grow in your home if your home isn’t the correct temperature.
