Steam cleaning your carpet is an important step in helping to maintain a clean and healthy home. But the process of properly drying your carpet is equally important. Here’s why drying a deep cleaned carpet is better for you and your home.

What Wet Carpets Can Do

It’s no surprise that steam cleaning your carpet can make it wet. However, it could surprise you that if your carpet doesn’t dry quickly enough, it could lead to an even dirtier space plus mold and mildew growth. Here’s how:

• Damp areas are a breeding ground for bacteria, mold, and mildew. Not only does this degrade the carpet, but it can also create unpleasant odors and release allergy-inducing spores that could lead to respiratory problems.
• Prolonged dampness can loosen the adhesive backing on your carpet, weakening the protective barrier between the flooring that could lead to future damage.
• A wet carpet can attract more dirt and grime, especially when walked over.
• Walking on a wet carpet can also stretch, mat, and flatten the fibers, affecting its appearance and longevity.

Allowing your carpet or rug to dry properly helps protect your health and your home from odor and damage. After taking the time to deep clean your carpets, maximize the positive results by giving it extra time to dry.

Properly Drying a Deep Cleaned Carpet

Since steam cleaning your carpet takes extra time and attention, you may be in a rush to get your living room back together once it’s clean. Here are some ways you can speed up the drying process.

• Open windows and use fans to circulate air over the carpet.
• Use a dehumidifier to help remove excess moisture from the air.
• Clean on a hot, dry day. If it’s cold, turn up the heat throughout the house.
• Avoid replacing furniture or walking on the carpet until it is completely dry.

If you want to help make sure your carpets are cleaned efficiently, have a professional handle the steaming. Pro tools not only effectively deep clean, but expert methods decrease the chances of damaging your floors. Contact JDog Carpet Cleaning & Floor Care to schedule a service to help promote a cleaner, healthier home.