While it may be tempting to try to remove a coffee or wine stain from your carpet on your own, DIY carpet cleaning is a risky move. The chemicals in common cleaners are tough on soft fibers, and they often leave flooring damaged and still stained. Below are four risks you take when you clean your carpet on your own.

Why You Should Avoid DIY Carpet Cleaning

1. Mold Buildup

Even general carpet cleaning has its risks; professional-grade equipment will use its powerful suction to draw out all the moisture trapped in the piles after a cleaning, but rentals rarely have the same force. If moisture is left in your carpet, mold and mildew will grow rapidly, which will ruin your carpet and may irritate household residents.

2. Odor Issues

From pet stains to food spills, odors may develop in your carpeting in the absence of professional cleaning. Even if you successfully remove the stain from the surface, your carpet may still emit unpleasant aromas. A professional’s products and equipment will clean between piles to remove any residue that could cause odd smells.

3. Safety Concerns

Many cleaning products on the market are biohazards. Powders and liquids sometimes contain toxic chemicals that may irritate your allergies, cause asthma flare-ups, and make your children or pets sick. Experts will only use nontoxic cleaning agents, and some use eco-friendly detergents.

4. Increased Damage

Even with the best intentions, you may wind up leaving your carpet in a worse state than it was before you attempted to clean it. For instance, you might inadvertently dislodge the carpet from its laminate backing or shrink the material. Avoid the cost of a replacement by investing in cleaning from the professionals.

The next time you need professional carpet cleaning, allow Lakes Area Professional Carpet Care to keep your flooring in excellent condition. For nearly 30 years, they have provided clients throughout Branson, Kimberling City, Ozark, Hollister, Forsyth, and Nixa, MO, with high-quality tile and grout cleaning, stain protection, and more. Visit them online to learn more about their many solutions for cleaning home flooring. To schedule an appointment, call (417) 334-6049 for the Branson office, (417) 739-5537 for the Kimberling City location, or (417) 485-5651 for the Ozark branch.