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Carpet Protector – Carpet Cleaning Alpharetta

November 2nd, 2010 • By: rfrancis • Blog

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Carpets need to be tough if you have a high volume of traffic and abuse. If you will be doing some construction or other activities that can provide severe punishment to your carpet, then having a temporary carpet protection is imperative.

Carpets are made to be stepped and walked upon. Because of its nature, they are built with toughness in mind in order to endure all the wear and tear of pedestrian traffic. But there will always come a time wherein the carpet can only take so much. Hosting a party, for example, can really abuse your carpet. Painting on the carpet can also do the same thing. Having construction or repair work done is also a serious threat to your carpet. The common denominator with all of these things is that they are temporary.

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To protect your valued carpet from an early retirement because of such activities, you can use temporary carpet protectors that were created solely for these activities. A carpet protector is basically a very strong and durable film that has an adhesive on one side. Usually, they are rolled onto a spool to make it easier for you to spread it on the carpet. The adhesive would then hold the film in its place to ensure that it covers your carpet throughout the activity. The adhesive used in temporary carpet protectors are strong enough to stay in place for a few weeks but are easy enough to remove that it does not leave any residue onto your floor.

Carpet films for temporary carpet protection can usually be purchased through moving companies. Moving day is another activity wherein your carpet will undergo intense abuse. The constant movement of people carrying heavy boxes and the dollies used to carry even heavier stuff can really ruin your carpet. Carpet films are tough enough in order to protect your carpet even under this kind of condition. You can also use this kind of protection during parties to avoid the dangers of spilt drinks, food, vomit and other possible sources of stain. It will not get in the way because it is clear. You can also place the film by your door during days of bad weather so that dirt and mud from shoes won’t get in your home.

Buying a carpet is a big investment for any person. Cleaning your carpet routinely is enough in order to maintain the carpet as long as it is under normal conditions. However, there are times that the risk of damage is high. This is the time that you will have to use temporary adhesive carpet covering to protect your investment.

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Bait and Switch

September 29th, 2010 • By: rfrancis • Blog

The bait and switch is an unscrupulous tactic, which has been utilized in many forms but is most frequently seen in sales. This tactic is commonly called a fraud because it involves deliberately misleading claims and no intent to deliver the exact product expected by the consumer.

Bait and switch as it refers to carpet cleaning is usually seen in the following form or a slight variation thereof. A cleaning service will advertise an incredible deal on carpet cleaning something as amazing an entire house for the low price of $59.95. This is a deal just too good to be true and yet there are always customers who need their carpet cleaned and will call and schedule.

The carpet cleaning crew arrives and the customer will find at the point that the charges begin to pile up. Moving furniture will incur a hefty charge; there will be an additional charge to replace the furniture. The cleaning solution will be marked up at a huge profit and there are many more charges that can, and probably will be added. When it is all finished that $59.95 carpet cleaning can cost as much as $250.00 or more.

When the bait and switch is employed in carpet sales it usually runs like this, the dealer advertises carpet complete with installation included, at an incredibly low price, in addition, low a price. When the customer comes into the store, the dealer will then show them a carpet, which is completely unacceptable, and no one would possibly want no matter how low the price. Of course, the customer is worried about the quality of the carpet and the sales clerk offers to show them some better carpets.

That in essence is the whole bait and switch fraud. It is unethical to say the least but prevalent all over the US. The customer may end up buying a much-overpriced carpet cleaning service or a carpet and the dealer has just accomplished his mission, to increase sales on products, on which he makes a good profit.

A variation to the bait and switch is found in the following example. A company could advertise green carpet cleaning or any other desirable cleaning process. What is delivered is not usually, what the customer expected. The green cleaning could be Al Green’s super duper death chemical mixture. This takes advantage of customer’s expectations and shared experiences. In other words when someone sees the term “Green cleaning” they expect that the product to be environmentally friendly. However, the product is named Al Green’s super duper death chemical mixture for carpets. The reason the customer probably chose that carpet service is that they offered green carpet cleaning at an incredibly low price, in fact, too low a price.

One thing that the bait and switch or any other frauds have in common is that the deal is often just too good to be true. The price is too low, the carpet too high quality, or of a very difficult to obtain and expensive brand, or the cleaning is a desirable and more expensive process, and the customer goes for it.

The old adage about “if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is” is ignored, and the customer does not get what they believed they were being sold. The best way to protect against such unethical tactics is to remember that every dealer is in business to make a profit. If the price is too low, there is a catch, and it is up to the customer to find it before falling into that trap.

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Carpet Cleaning using Vacuum Cleaners

August 24th, 2010 • By: rfrancis • Blog

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Vacuums have been around as the oldest carpet cleaning tool in the market. A wide variety of vacuums are now available in the market, from small, portable hand-held vacuum cleaners, to big, upright vacuums with more suction power. The vacuum cleaner is a versatile machine which can be used on a wide variety of carpet types. Like any tool, your vacuum cleaner can be more effective for carpet cleaning Alpharetta if used in the right way.

Regular vacuuming maintains the look and cleanliness of your carpet. Remember to vacuum at least once a week to prevent dust build-up. For areas with heavier build-up, they should be vacuumed more than once a week and in criss-cross patterns. Don’t be afraid to take your time going over sections of your carpet more than once.

When you vacuum your carpet, it is always best to move forward instead of backward. This movement will save time as well as prevent accidents involving your vacuum’s electric cord. Also, change vacuuming direction during carpet cleaning to keep your carpet from matting.

Apply soil retardants to new carpets or newly cleaned carpets to lessen the accumulation of dirt. Adding baking soda to your vacuum bag helps keep off odours during cleaning. For corners and hard-to-reach areas, use damp cloths or a crevice tool attachment that the large sized intake port can’t reach. Use a vacuum wand for areas under cabinets or beds. Remove anything on the carpet that is big enough to clog your machine. Make sure to also take care of the machine that takes care of your carpet.

Though other cleaning equipment is available, cleaning with vacuums is still convenient, easy and effective. Look for the best brand and model of vacuum cleaners in the market that is suitable for all your carpet cleaning needs.

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June 22nd, 2010 • By: rfrancis • Testimonials

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Clearing the Air

March 19th, 2010 • By: rfrancis • Blog

Asthma and allergies:  Although we might not normally associate carpet with improved indoor air quality, it does have a very positive effect. Gravity causes common household particles, such as dust, pollen and pet and insect dander, to fall to the floor.  Carpet fibers trap the particles, reducing their continued circulation in the air.  Proper cleaning with CRI-approved vacuums effectively removes dust and allergens from the carpet, locks them in the machine and helps keep them out of the air we breathe. 

A misperception is that people with asthma and allergies should avoid carpet in the home.  But much of today’s carpet is made from harmless materials found in clothing and other everyday fabrics, such as polyester, nylon, triexta, and olefin fibers, which don’t trouble most people.

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