CARPET CLEANING FOR HEALTH, NOT JUST APPEARANCE (REVISITED)

In previous articles I have written how I feel the S100 Carpet Cleaning Standard has helped the entire carpet industry, from the carpet manufacturer to the end user. It has helped the formulator of cleaning detergents and manufacturers of cleaning equipment, to the person cleaning the carpet, and most importantly the consuming public. It has made all their jobs easier and has created healthier environments for all of us to work and live in. This article speaks about the importance carpet cleaning can have on your health, the health of your family, and the health and wellbeing of the people who occupy the buildings you may be responsible for. Who knows the things we will all learn from this current world health crisis?

I published the following article in June 2018. Some has changed but much has stayed the same in the years since. Although timely, I have nothing to gain from the tie into this article and what has overcome our world; this is good information any year or time of year. Life is uncertain and at times we just have to deal with the hand we have been dealt, we are ALL in this together. This I do know and feel very good about, the cleaning and restoration industry has been on the cutting edge of chemistry, disinfection, equipment, and education every single time.

There have been huge advances in the chemistry of disinfection and the equipment used. Same holds true for the carpet cleaning industry. The advances in chemistry over the years have been phenomenal by making the products safer for the cleaner, the homeowner, and environment. The biggest advancement has been in products leaving less residue by incorporating encapsulation technology and advancements in equipment such as rotary jet extraction and equipment with counter rotating brushes. These advances in chemistry and most especially user friendly equipment have allowed many older carpet cleaners from retiring prematurely. These “seasoned” carpet cleaners can now enjoy their favorite adult beverage during “Miller Time” for its taste, not to anesthetize the pain.