We say, why not both? There are valid reasons for getting your carpets cleaned either before the holidays or after, or both. The key, though, is to hire a professional carpet cleaning company for the best results. So as you prepare for the busy holiday season, make sure to including carpet cleaning in those plans.
Getting your carpets cleaned before the holidays ensures your home looks pristine and is ready to handle all the guests you plan to invite. Cleaning them after the holidays has its advantages too, as you clean up the spills and stains that occurred during all the parties. Here’s how you can decide when to book your carpet cleaning.
BEFORE the Holidays
Stain Removal is Easier
Stains are generally harder to remove when the carpet is already dirty. It’s a challenge to remove a spill on top of an already soiled area, as this could send the dirt deeper into the carpet fibers. It’s recommended you have your carpets professionally cleaned first, followed by application of a carpet protectant to get you through the busy holidays.
Family Time
The holidays are for family. And if you have small children or babies, chances are they will be spending a lot of time on the carpets playing with their new toys and watching holiday movies. As such, you want the floor to be as clean as possible by removing dirt and allergens before your guests arrive.
Beat the Holiday Rush
Holidays are a very busy time, so cross one of the items off your to-do list before the rush by scheduling carpet cleaning in Michigan now. Then you have one less chore to worry about before your holiday parties.
Eliminate Odors
The last thing you want is for your guests to smell the odors in your house that you’ve become nose-blind to. Many of those odors are trapped in your carpet, and a professional cleaning will remove them. Getting your carpets cleaned prior to the holidays means all those odors from accidents and pets will be removed, leaving your house smelling fresh and clean.
AFTER the Holidays
There are many obvious reasons why carpet cleaning after the holiday is a good idea.
Foot Traffic
First and foremost, you may be inviting a lot of people into your home for dinners and parties, many of whom don’t bother to remove their shoes. This tracks in dirt, snow, mud, and more from the outdoors, leaving it all on your carpets for you to deal with later.
Spills
Sour milk from that glass of spilled milk you left out for Santa with a plate of cookies can seep into your carpet fibers and stink up the room. Plus, all the spilled wine, soda, and food from your guests can leave stains in your otherwise pristine carpet. You may not know about those spills until all the guests have left, which compounds the problem. Fast action is key.
Odor and Residue
With so many friends and family members visiting your house over the holidays, your carpets will absorb a variety of odors and residues. Professional cleaning will get rid of any unseen particles and lingering scents so your house is left smelling clean and fresh for the rest of the season.
Contact 1st Class Carpet Cleaning and Restoration Services
Whether you decide to clean your carpets before or after the holiday or both, time is of the essence. Book your professional carpet cleaning now to avoid the rush at (248) 491-3088.
