With winter quickly approaching the Berwick PA, Mountaintop PA and surrounding areas, many residents will soon be turning off the water to garden hoses, removing window screens and taking in the patio furniture. But why should residential and commercial “Carpet Cleaning” be a vital part of your winterization checklist?
Most winter preparation tasks are designed to protect assets such as plumbing, roofs, shrubs, vehicles and more. Unlike other items on your list, having carpets professionally cleaned prior to the colder months will directly benefit the health of your family. Runny or stuffed noses, itching, headaches, difficulty breathing and asthma attacks can be greatly reduced.
Regular carpet maintenance will also extend the life of your broadloom too as protectors, sanitizers and other specialty products such as walk off mats can also pay dividends. In Hazleton PA, Bonomo’s Carpet and Floor Covering has a very nice selection of mats and Karastan and wool area rugs.
As you start to close up your home to stay warm, you are becoming enclosed in an atmosphere that has been scientifically proven to be several times more toxic than the air outside. Pet dander, air pollution, aerosols, mold spores and summer’s general soil have all nested deep down in the face yarns of your carpet.
According to the “U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development” you can’t eliminate all mold spores from your dwelling but you can take some of the following measures to prevent mold growth itself.
- Fix water problems such as wet basements, roof leaks, and leaking pipes or faucets.
- Make sure your home is well ventilated and always use ventilation fans in bathrooms and kitchens.
- If possible, keep the humidity in your home below 50% by using an air conditioner or dehumidifier.
- Avoid carpeting in kitchens, bathrooms and basements. Dry your floor mats regularly.
- Search behind and underneath materials such as carpeting, furniture, or stored items. Look for water stains or colored fuzzy growth.
Your local Certified IICRC Carpet Cleaning Company can address many of your health related concerns like asthma triggers, mold and other sensitivity issues. Individuals who have successfully completed the IICRC Mold Removal Specialist (MRS) exam are now able to become licensed mold remediators in the state of Florida. Always ask to see your cleaning technician’s credentials.
Other resources and information can be found at the “American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology”(AAAAI) and the “American Industrial Hygiene Association”. And again, a professional hot water extraction cleaning is a great place to start for maintaining Indoor Air Quality(IAQ)
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