Whether your carpet is dirty, stained, or smelly, there’s no reason to give up hope. Turn to a professional steam cleaning company to make your carpeting look brand new again. If you’re not sure how steam cleaning works or how it can benefit your home or business, read the guide below.

Steam Cleaning 101 

How Does Steam Cleaning Work?

Steam cleaning cleans your carpeting with the help of vaporized water. Using a steam cleaner, a machine that resembles a vacuum cleaner, the water is sprayed onto the carpet, where it combines with the fibers. The cleaner then sucks this water away, removing the dirt and stains along with the water. This process usually takes an hour or so for a standard-sized home.

Many companies use a special detergent with steam cleaning appliances to further improve the look and feel the carpet afterward. You may even be able to request an environmentally friendly cleaner that doesn’t create a noticeable smell and has a minimal impact on the environment.

What are the Benefits of this Method?

Because steam cleaning uses heat, it breaks down the bonds connecting stains and pet odors to your carpeting more effectively than conventional methods. It also reaches deep into the carpet fibers, meaning that it works well on those with shorter and longer naps. Steam cleaning doesn’t use chemicals, and it’s more environmentally conscious than shampooing your carpeting. Many people use this cleaning method because it removes contaminants from the carpet to improve air quality, limit mold growth, and fight pollutants. The vapor from professional steam cleaning systems also kills bacteria, which has essential health benefits for families and businesses alike. 

Interested in bringing new life to your carpeting? Set up an appointment for professional steam cleaning with Gray’s Carpet Cleaning in Rochester, NY. For over 100 years, they’ve used cutting-edge tools to remove stains and improve air quality through carpet cleaning. Call the Sanford Street location at (585) 473-4947 for information on their environmentally friendly in-home rug, carpet and upholstery cleaning plus in-plant binding, repairs and cleaning. Learn more about their services online.