You’ve scheduled the carpet cleaning. Great. But now what? Don’t just cross your fingers and wait by the door. A few simple steps can turn an average cleaning job into a truly satisfying result. Think of it like prepping a roast before popping it in the oven. Season it right, and the flavor goes next level. Website!
Start by clearing the decks. Floor space should be as open as possible. Got plant stands, magazine racks, a sea of Lego pieces? Move them. Big-ticket furniture like your heavy couch can stay put unless you’re feeling heroic or the cleaners say otherwise. The goal is simple: give them room to work.
Next, grab your vacuum. Not for a deep clean, just a quick once-over. Suck up surface grit, pet hair, and beach sand. Don’t worry about being thorough. You’re just laying the groundwork so the cleaners can go after the deep stuff right away.
Take a moment to deal with any fabric near the floor. Long curtains? Drape them over the rod or clip them up like a makeshift tent. It avoids any soapy accidents or vacuum snags. Nobody wants a half-cleaned carpet and a damp curtain dragging behind.
Got that one stain you always try to cover with a plant? Tell the cleaner. Don’t be shy. Whether it’s red wine, pet drama, or mystery goo from a sleepover gone wrong, pointing it out helps them zero in and treat it properly.
Now the pets. We love them, but they’re not part of the cleaning crew. Dogs especially tend to bark at vacuums like they’re sworn enemies. Put them in a secure room or take them for a beach walk. Less stress for everyone.
If the weather plays nice, crack open a few windows. Fresh air moves moisture along and helps carpets dry faster. Just watch out for birds with no sense of personal space.
That’s it. No need to overthink it. A bit of prep goes a long way. The cleaners show up, do their thing, and by the end of it, your carpet feels like it’s breathing again. And maybe, just maybe, you can finally walk barefoot without second guessing what you just stepped on.
Northern Beaches Carpet Cleaning
90 Mona Vale Rd, Warriewood NSW 2102
(02) 8311 0608