How often should I have my carpets, tile/grout or upholstery Freshened up?
Most homes can adhere to the following.
Carpeting in family rooms, dining rooms, great rooms, or any other frequently used area may require service every 6 to 12 months to maintain that like new appearance.
Areas such as bedrooms , formal areas or rooms that just receive lighter traffic can be maintained on a 12 to 18 month interval. Remember that carpeting is a fabric that is quite durable but if neglected it’s life span will be extremely short and unhealthy for your family. Imagine a piece of clothing being worn over and over, now walk on it for a few days and finally vacuum it really well. It too is a fabric but when illustrated this way you’ll agree Cleaning and sanitizing our home should be done on a regular basis.
In a Commercial or Business setting the same guide line applies. Heavy traffic areas should be on a more frequent schedule and lesser used areas a less frequent.
Won’t frequent cleaning shorten the life?
No, actually by not having your fabrics cleaned on a regular basis will reduce the life expectancy. Fine particulates of sand and soil are abrasive and will cut or split the fibers, spills or accidents, if left untreated may become permanent. With today’s new carpeting just about all manufacturers spell out in their warranty that consumers must have their new carpets clean by a professionally certified firm to keep warranties valid.
Can’t I just clean them myself?
Absolutely, we believe there are many times when you can tackle a cleaning issue.
In fact if you just need some advise we’d be happy to help. But I f comes to the point where you not having any luck or you’re not comfortable with attempting it yourself, we’re ready to schedule a time to come out and give you a hand.
How safe are your cleaning and protection methods?
We use only the highest quality, safest cleaning solutions on the market.
Do you guarantee your work?
We offer a 100% money-back guarantee. If you are not thrilled with the service experience you recieve from us, we will rush back to your location at no charge and no obligation.
Our mission is to provide you with the most outstanding service experience you have ever recieved!
Are you insured?
Yes.
What Process do you use to clean carpet?
Quick Dry is experienced in all methods of cleaning and cleans according to the manufacturer recommendations. Most of the carpet cleaning provided is done with the “truck-mounted hot water extraction” method.
How long does the carpet take to dry?
The normal drying time can be as quick as 1 to 2 hours, or as much as 12 to 14. We have found the average time to be between 4 to 6 hours. The reason for the difference in drying times are the levels of soiling or the serverity of staining. Carpets that are heavily soiled require many more rinsing passes and therefore will take more time to dry. The carpet will be left slightly damp to the touch and depending on weather conditions, room temperature, air flow, and overall humidity this time can vary.
Can you get the pet odor out of my carpet?
Pet odor is a very common problem. At Quick Dry we can help you deal with your pet challenges. From minor problems to major headaches Quick Dry can help find the solution that works best for you.
The problem with pet odor is that it can be much deeper than it first appears. Pet urine can easily soak through the backing of the carpet into the padding underneath. In more severe cases the urine can penetrate into the sub-floor beneath the padding. This creates a problem that is multi-layered from each of the layers effected.
The urine also provides for the growth of bacteria. This, in turn, contributes to a worsening of the odor problem and can contribute to permanent color loss of the carpet fiber. To eliminate this problem the urine must be removed or neutralized.
Does your cleaning process soak the backing of the carpet?
No, although our process rinses the carpet deep down, moisture does not penetrate the backing of the carpet. With our powerful truck-mounted equipment, your carpet is thoroughly rinsed, but left only damp to the touch.
If the contamination is limited to only the face yarn of the carpet then the cleaning itself may effectively remove the odor. In more severe cases a urine neutralizer may be applied.
In the most severe cases, replacement of the carpet padding, treatment of the under-side of the carpet and the sub-floor may be required. Even replacement of the carpet, however, cannot guarantee complete removal of the odor.
Left untreated over a period of time pet odor can become absorbed into many of the porous materials in your home. Draperies, sheet rock, upholstered furniture, base-boards, even the concrete foundation are just a few of the materials that can absorb these odors.
At Quick Dry we offer a range of solutions to help you with your pet odor problems. In the long run, however, it may be more a matter of proper maintenance instead of total elimination. After all, we love our pets and want to keep them a part of our family. Pet ownership adds to the challenge of maintaining a clean and healthy home. At Quick Dry we can help you meet those challenges.
What are those ugly black lines around the baseboards and under doorways?
If you have light colored carpet, you may have experienced these dark lines that appear on the carpet. This soiling is called filtration soiling because it comes from air passing through the carpet as it is attempting to get through the crack between the carpet and the baseboard or under a closed door. As the air passes through the edge of the carpet pile, this microscopic soiling is deposited there (hence the term filtration soiling). This occurs over a significant period of time and is not noticed until a build up has occurred.
This type of soiling is difficult to remove because the soil particles are so fine that they penetrate deep into the carpet pile, sometimes into the backing of the carpet. Can it be removed? Sometimes. With special products, time and effort, reasonable results can sometimes be achieved. To help prevent filtration soiling, vacuum and wipe the edges of the carpeting on a regular basis. Be careful around the tackstrip on the edge of the carpeting, it could nick your fingers!
What does it mean to “clean to the standards?”
In 1992, representatives from the carpet manufacturing industry, the carpet cleaning industry, and the federal government all agreed upon a common set of standards for the carpet cleaning industry. These standards are now referred to as the CRI standards. Quick Dry offers all of these methods and can select the process that’s right for your needs.
It was agreed that each of these cleaning processes should include these common steps:
- Pre-Vacuum
- Pre-treat spots, stains and heavily soiled areas
- Hot Water Extraction
- A thorough rinse
- Furniture Moving
- Complete Drying within 24 hours
Cleaning your carpet in accordance to these industry standards will help assure that you’ll get a quality cleaning job.
The Quick Dry “12-step cleaning service” exceeds these specifications. In addition to these steps The Quick Dry Team has powerful truck-mounted equipment combined with our exclusive “Quick-Dry” process which reduces drying time to only a few hours.
