While you may love your cat or dog like a family member, there’s no arguing that they can cause quite a mess. From digging up holes to scattering litter, you’ll have to do much more cleaning with a furry friend around. When it comes to carpeting, some of the damage they cause can only be removed by a professional residential carpet cleaning company. Here are just some of the messes to look out for.

Why Pet Owners Need Residential Carpet Cleaning 

1. Fur & Dander

Regardless of how much your pet sheds, you’re probably used to finding your pet’s hair on your clothes and around your house. These strands can easily get tangled in the fibers of your carpeting, making allergic guests itchy, and causing general discoloration. Even if your pet doesn’t shed, their dander, or dead skin cells, will fall deep into the carpet, and they can only be removed with heavy-duty, professional equipment.

2. Grass & Mud

Every time your pet goes outside to play or do their business, they’ll collect organic debris in the nooks and crannies of their paws. As they come back inside, they’ll track the dirt, grass, and bacteria into your carpet, leaving behind unsightly stains. If you have seasonal allergies, the pollen will aggravate your symptoms, as will the mold spores. Unfortunately, vacuuming alone won’t kill these germs.

3. Accidents

Whether your pet is being potty-trained, has a full litter box, or is simply trying to get your attention, you’ve probably dealt with bathroom accidents from time to time. Unfortunately, when these accidents happen on your carpet, the smells and stains can be nearly impossible to remove completely. If you have small children, it can be hazardous for them to play around the stubborn urine or feces particles that remain in the fibers. To get rid of every trace of the accident, you’ll need a residential carpet cleaning crew that offers pet stain removal services to treat the spot.

If your pets are affecting the quality of your carpeting, turn to Gray's Carpet Cleaning of Rochester, NY, for help. They have more than a century of industry experience, and they’re proud to provide both commercial and residential carpet cleaning services. With their cutting-edge equipment and pet deodorizing skills, your carpets and rugs will look and smell as good as new. Call them at (585) 473-4947 for a free estimate, or visit the website for more information.