Can’t Wait Till Spring? 6 Tips on Keeping Carpets Clean in the Winter

By: christineh Sunday January 24, 2016 comments Tags: carpet, Carpet Cleaning, dirty carpet, professional carpet cleaning, steam cleaning, winter

Can't Wait Till Spring? 6 Tips on Keeping Carpets Clean in the Winter

Winter is a span of several months every year where your family and pets tends to stay cooped up indoors. That kind of foot traffic can be tough on carpet. This is especially true since the winter season brings with it a lot of snow. Snow might look clean and pretty when it first lands but after it's been stepped on and tracked through the house, it is not so appealing anymore. It might be tempting to just ignore the mess until Spring arrives. However, that type of dirt build-up is not only unsightly - it is also unsanitary. Here are six ways to help protect your carpets during snow season.

Rugs/Mats

Invest in sturdy rugs and door mats for all the entrances and exits of your home. The will help catch and trap some of the dirt materials on their way into your home. The vast majority of build-up this time of year is caused by the dirt and moisture that gets tracked into the house. The goal is to keep that outdoor filth outside as much as possible or to at least catch it in the mats before it reaches the carpet.

Door Blockers

Considering purchasing door blockers or draft stoppers for the bottom of your entryways. Not only will they make your home more energy efficient this time of year, they are also great for improving air quality by blocking dust, moisture and bugs. This is an affordable way to keep out some of nature's elements and trap heat at the same time.

Shoes & Shoe Covers

Establish a no shoe policy in your home. This might be tricky at first until friends and family get used to taking off their shoes upon entering, but it is very much worth it. Purchase some containers or boot trays and place them just instead of your doors for shoes. Also, invest in some shoe covers to have in case someone does need to walk through your home with their shoes on.

Clear Your Porch

In order to keep outdoor dirt and grime from entering your home, sometimes preventive measures are needed. This means keeping a clear porch and entryway. Be sure to swept the porch often and shovel fallen snow in a timely manner. Creating a clear path for entering the home will help eliminate much of the mess.

Vacuum Often

It might not be your favorite household chore, but vacuum often in the winter months. Even if you are only targeting high traffic areas, an efficient vacuum will take care of quite of bit of that top layer of dirt matter that accumulates with foot traffic. If you have a machine that also uses an air filtration system, you will be improving the home's air quality at the same time.

Professional Steam Cleaning

Since we are already well into the winter season, it's possible that your carpets are already the worse for wear. Don't wait until the weather gets warmer to book an appointment with a professional carpet cleaning company. The longer your family ignores the dirt build-up, the more complicated it will be to clean later on. Also, cleaning your carpet in the winter has other benefits as well. Steam cleaned carpets tend to dry faster in winter than they do in warmer months. Plus, it might be easier to book an appointment as carpet cleaning businesses tend to be busier in the spring/summer.

Champion Carpet & Upholstery are experts on professional carpet cleaning. Our technicians understand the importance of having a healthy and clean environment for your family, especially during the colder months. Our company will come out with fans for fast drying and will ensure your carpet is like new again in no time! Call us to make an appointment today so you can keep your floor looking great all year long.

 

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