Steve Hanson

There are many methods of carpet cleaning including hot water extraction, bonnet cleaning, dry foam, and absorbent powder/dry extraction cleaning. The most widely used method is hot water extraction cleaning. Why?

In recent years, manufacturers have improved the design and efficiency of the equipment, while making the price attractive enough that even small cleaning companies can afford to invest in carpet cleaning equipment. Carpet cleaning can be a profitable add-on service to your cleaning business, so you might want to look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of hot water extraction cleaning before making a decision to move forward.

Advantages:

• Most carpet manufacturers recognize hot water extraction as the preferred method of cleaning their carpets. They feel that this is the most efficient method for removing soil.
• Today's equipment is much more efficient than equipment manufactured just 10 years ago, so productivity levels are on the rise.
• Less residue is left behind when compared to other methods.
• Relatively low chemical cost.

Disadvantages:

• Operators must be well trained, as operation of the wand requires a lot of skill.
• Longer drying times versus other carpet cleaning methods.
• Overwetting problems can result if operator is not skilled, or if equipment isn't in proper working order.
• High maintenance costs if the equipment is not properly maintained.
  

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