Moving nearly always entails hiring professionals to clean the carpets, either arriving in a new home or preparing to leave a property in 'like new' condition.  The next time you're looking to hire carpet cleaning professionals keep these helpful tips in mind to get the most pristine carpets and the best value from their services.

Professional carpet cleaners often provide additional services like pet odor removal, area or 'oriental' rug cleaning, upholstery treatments, and tile and pet odor cleaning.  When interviewing carpet cleaners be sure to inquire about additional services they offer, and whether a multi-service promotion is available.  Since you're already spending the time to hire professional carpet cleaners and scheduling cleaning times, you can maximize the convenience of their visit and get the couch cleaned or your pet's favorite hangouts freshened up; you may even save some dough when combining services.

Before you hire any carpet professionals always ask them about cleaning methods and which type of cleaning solutions and how much water they'll apply to your carpets. These answers are vital and can make a difference in the quality of the cleaning job they deliver and how much time will pass before the carpets start again showing dirt and spots.  Most all professional carpet cleaners use one of three cleaning methods: soak and suds, dry chemicals, and fast-dry carbonated cleaning.

The traditional way most folks envision carpet cleaning is the soak and suds method, involving soaking your carpets in a soapy water solution and then waiting for long drying times.  More than taking up more of your valuable time waiting for carpets to dry, the soak and suds technique can leave water and moisture in the lowest layers of your carpet, fostering mildew and loosed dirt which can surface weeks later.  Dry chemical cleaning covers the carpet with powders and solvent agents intended to break up dirt and oils in the carpet but often leaves residues behind and may not be safe for long term exposure for pets and children.

Fast drying carbonated carpet cleaning uses a small amount of heated water combined with effervescent carbonation bubbles and a gentle but thorough cleaning apparatus which provides the best carpet cleaning value for your dollar: carpets dry in only a few hours saving you time, and the natural heat and carbonation cleaning solution effectively cleans while being 100% natural and safe for your loved ones and pets.  Read more about the power of carbonation carpet cleaning.

Many carpet cleaners offer protectant treatments that will help guard against future spills, dirt and grime.  While these treatments do cost money it may be worth considering if they will help keep your carpets looking fresh and cleaner longer, requiring less work and giving you more time before needing to again hire professional cleaners.  Your carpet cleaning professionals have years of experience cleaning carpets and asking for their advice on carpet care and stain prevention can really pay off.

Lastly, when searching for carpet cleaners be sure to ask about getting an estimate in writing, and whether an estimate is provided free of charge or for a fee.  Also if cleaning hours do not fit your schedule ask about alternate times; many carpet cleaners will accommodate outside-hours cleaning times upon special request.