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Regular carpet cleaning using the extraction method can increase the life of carpets significantly, protecting your floor covering investment.<\/li>\n<li>Protects indoor air quality. Carpets trap airborne pollutants; however, eventually, those pollutants must be removed in order to protect the carpet and maintain indoor air quality.<\/li>\n<li>Makes carpets easier to maintain. Most carpet soiling is made up of dry soils; when carpets are kept thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis, most dry soils can be removed with regular vacuuming.<\/li>\n<li>Removes spots and stains. As with other soils, spots and stains can attract more soiling. Removing them promptly protects carpeting from damage.<\/li>\n<li>Prevents buildup of allergens and bacteria. Moist soiling of carpets can result in the buildup of several unhealthy contaminants.<\/li>\n<li>Enhances the appearance of any room. Clean, well-maintained carpets speak volumes about the overall cleanliness of a home or facility.<\/li>\n<li>Improves worker morale. Workers feel better about their work environment when it is clean. This includes the carpeting.<\/li>\n<li>Makes carpeting look and feel clean and fresh.<\/li>\n<li>Removes dust mites and bedbugs that may have found a home in carpets.<\/li>\n<li>Maintains the carpet\u2019s warranty. Most carpet warranties require that carpets be cleaned using the extraction method within a specific amount of time, usually every 12 to 18 months.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>\u201cClean carpets simply make people feel good about themselves and where they live and work,\u201d said Doug Berjer, CFR product manager and creator of the list.<\/p>\n<p>Carpets add so much personality to a room, and keeping the carpet clean can also add value in the long run.<\/p>\n<p>The Carpet and Rug Institute\u00a0has always encouraged folks to maintain their carpets regularly at a high level by having a\u00a0maintenance plan.<\/p>\n<p>By following the tips on this list, your carpet will contribute to a clean and healthy environment indoors and add lasting beauty to your home or office.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Cleanfax Online\u00a0recently released a \u201ctop ten\u201d list from\u00a0CFR (Continuous Flow Recycling)\u00a0of\u00a0reasons to have carpets professionally cleaned throughout the year. 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