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12 Step Carpet Cleaning Experience

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Buddy’s Carpet Care operates the most advanced cleaning systems on the market. Our 12 step cleaning program will obtain maximum soil and spot removal without over-wetting your carpet or leaving a sticky residue behind. Using only the most advanced equipment, in combination with safe cleaning agents, we will bring your indoor fibers and fabrics to the cleanest and healthiest state.  We are committed to giving you the best service experience you have ever recieved.

12 Step Restorative Cleaning Process:

Step 1: Pre-Inspection

Our technician will walk through your home with you to visually inspect the carpet. He will identify potential permanent stains and give you an evaluation of expected results.

Step 2: Commercial Pre-vacuum

Dry soil is removed by through vacuuming. Removing dry soil is one of the most important steps in cleaning.

Step 3: Furniture Moving

Our regular pricing includes moving sofas, chairs, tables and smaller items. Beds, dressers, and heavier pieces are left in place under our regular pricing structure. One of our consultants can quote the exact cost of any heavier pieces.

Step 4: Pre-Spray

A preconditioning agent is applied to break down traffic area soil and general spots for more thorough cleaning.

Step 5: Pre-Spot

Difficult spots are pre-treated with special solutions to increase chances of removal.

Step 6: Pre-grooming

A professional carpet groomer is used to further loosen the soil when necessary.

Step 7: Soil Extraction and Rinse

The carpet that we cleaned is pH balanced so that there is no sticky residue left behind. This also leaves your carpet soft and fresh.

Step 9: Post Spot

Any spots or stains still remaining will get extra treatment with our many specialty spotting solutions.

*For longer carpet life and fewer permanent stain, be sure to have a professional carpet protector applied to your carpet!

Step 10: Post Groom

Your carpet is groomed with a professional groomer so that the pile of your carpet is standing tall when we leave. Post grooming helps the carpet pile dry faster and in the right position.

Step 11: Speed Dry

High velocity air movers are placed on the carpet when necessary, immediately after cleaning to promote faster drying.

Step 12: Post Cleaning Inspection

Our technician will walk through your home with you to point out the cleaning results to make sure that you are completely thrilled with the job.

Client Referral Rewards Program

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Do you know about our client referral program?

At Buddy’s we don’t spend money on advertising because we believe that the best way to reach people is through word of mouth. We value our clients and realize that each household is different and deserves special, unique care. It is always our goal to leave our clients completely happy …so happy that they want to tell all their friends about us! To thank our loyal customers we developed our Referral Rewards Program to give back to every new client you send our way.

Earn 10% back on the amount your friends or family spend with us! For each NEW client we receive as a referral from you, we will send you a certificate worth 10% of what that client spends with us. Your referral certificate can be redeemed for CASH or SERVICES. Your choice.

Remember we offer a 100% money back guarantee, so you can be sure that we’ll take the absolute best care of your referrals!

3 Toxic Cleaners to Avoid

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We all find ourselves cleaning more frequently these days. We’re sanitizing hands, washing counters and wiping down the furniture and floors. Just like food, it’s important to know what ingredients are in the cleaners you’re using. Not all products are safe. This is why it’s so important to read and understand the ingredients in your cleaners before you buy. Even “green” or “natural” cleaners can hide harmful toxins because of the lack of regulation behind those labels.

There are four main times when toxic products can affect you.

  1. If you get some on your skin while using them
  2. When you inhale the fumes while using them.
  3. When anyone sits or lies on the carpet and gets some on their skin
  4. Breathing in the air after cleaning while toxic fumes are still rising.

Children and pets are especially vulnerable because they are so much closer to the carpet and often roll around and lie with their faces buried in the pile. Not only do they inhale dust and carpet fibers, but the fumes from the latest cleaning products used on it. In addition, their lungs are smaller and they have a faster metabolism, so they can be far worse affected than adults.

Here’s the top 3 toxic cleaning ingredients you should be avoiding:

1. Phthalates

Found in: Many fragranced household products, such as air fresheners, dish soap, even toilet paper. Because of proprietary laws, companies don’t have to disclose what’s in their scents, so you won’t find phthalates on a label. If you see the word “fragrance” on a label, there’s a good chance phthalates are present.

Health Risks: Phthalates are known endocrine disruptors. Men with higher phthalate compounds in their blood had correspondingly reduced sperm counts, according to a 2003 study conducted by researchers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Harvard School of Public Health. Although exposure to phthalates mainly occurs through inhalation, it can also happen through skin contact with scented soaps, which is a significant problem. Unlike the digestive system, the skin has no safeguards against toxins. Absorbed chemicals go straight to organs.

2. Perchloroethylene or “PERC”

Found in: Dry-cleaning solutions, spot removers, and carpet and upholstery cleaners.

Health Risks: Perc is a neurotoxin, according to the chief scientist of environmental protection for the New York Attorney General’s office. And the EPA classifies perc as a “possible carcinogen” as well. People who live in residential buildings where dry cleaners are located have reported dizziness, loss of coordination and other symptoms. The route of exposure is most often inhalation: that telltale smell on clothes when they return from the dry cleaner, or the fumes that linger after cleaning carpets.

3. Butoxyethanol

Found in: Common in household cleaners and all-purpose sprays

Health Risks: Short-term exposure to high levels in humans is associated with pulmonary edema and severe liver and kidney damage. Chronic exposure in humans is associated with neurological and blood effects, such as nausea, tremor, and anemia.  Animal studies have reported reproductive and developmental risks from inhalation exposure.

Here at Buddy’s Carpet Care we use green cleaners that will never put you or your household at risk. We are proud to have the Carpet and Rug Institute’s Seal of Approval which means that everything from our equipment to our cleaning solutions are safe for your family. Click here for a list of certified green cleaners from the CRI that you can trust! Never hesitate to call our office if you’ve got a question about how to clean a stain or material in your home. If Buddy can walk you through how to clean it yourself he’ll be more than happy to do so. We love helping our clients and offer free cleaning estimates – with no pressure or sales pitch. Whenever you’re ready, we’ll be here for you.

 

 

5 Way to Care for Your Oriental

Posted on by Kathy McClelland

An oriental rug is a beautiful centerpiece for your home. Weaving these ornate pieces can take anywhere from months to years to complete. Filled with beautiful and unique designs, oriental rugs are widely respected for their exquisite attention to detail, their top-grade construction and their brilliant colors. However, over time these rugs can become a bit dulled and in need of cleaning. Proper care and cleaning of oriental rugs is essential  to preserve their luster and beauty for generations to come.

Here are 5 easy things you can do from home today to care for your oriental rug:

  1. Vacuum: For day to day cleaning and protection of your orientals, vacuuming will remove surface soils and insects. Do not neglect out of sight areas, such as under beds, and furniture, where insects and moths can do damage.
  2. Clean Spills: If you should spill a liquid, use white paper/cotton (non-colored cotton) towels to soak up excess moisture; then wet, rinse and blot again, elevate the wet area from the floor until dry. Remove spills/solids as carefully as possible with a shop vac or dull knife – rinse as above.
  3. Long Term Storage: If you should have to store you carpet for any length of time, take care to pack your oriental with moth repellents, and wrap in strong paper – NOT plastic.
  4. Protect Fibers: When arranging furniture, it’s wise to have some sort of protection under the legs to prevent the carpet fibers from being crushed.
  5. Professional Washing: Lastly, most Orientals benefit for a professional washing, but send them only to an expert (like Buddy’s!) who understands the care and extra attention they require.

If you ever have any questions on how to clean your Oriental please give us a call at 417.833.1732. At Buddy’s Carpet Care we pride ourselves in educating our clients! If there’s something we know you can safely do from home to clean your rugs we are happy to walk you through that process – we’re here for you when you need professional help as well.

5 Advantages of Having Your Upholstery Cleaned by a Professional

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As you own a piece of furniture, the cleanliness and luster it first gave off begin to fade after the first couple of years. Did you know it’s possible for your furniture to look brand new again? Buddy’s Carpet Care describes the benefits of having your upholstery cleaned by a professional.
Appearance
The appearance of older furniture can really benefit from a deep cleaning. You’d be surprised at how much brighter and cleaner your furniture can look just after a cleaning. Whether you’re just wanting to spruce up your old couches or remove stains from newer furniture, upholstery cleaning can really make a difference to your furniture.
If you have problems with allergies, allergens can get trapped in your furniture making it almost impossible to remove them without a deep clean. Upholstery cleaning can eliminate any trapped allergens in your fabric furniture leaving you with a cleaner house and nose.
Sturdy And Long-Lasting
Have you thought about buying new furniture just because of how dirty and stained your current upholstered furniture is? If you’re looking to save money, a professional upholstery cleaning service is a great alternative to buying new furniture. Why buy a new couch or chair when you can get a few more years out of it? A professional upholstery cleaner can make your furniture last years longer and save you from having to buy brand new furniture.
Doing It Yourself Will Never Match A Professional’s Work
People look to save money by completing a task themselves. While this may work in smaller cases, cleaning upholstery is best left to cleaning professionals. Upholstery fibers are quite different than carpet materials and can be ruined in an instant if you use the wrong product or technique. Home cleaners may also be toxic and damage certain materials if you aren’t aware of the product’s ingredients. The benefits of using a professional can include:

  • Using a wide range of products and cleaners unavailable to the public
  • Expertise in furniture types
  • Knowledge in cleaning techniques
  • Professional knowledge with dealing with antique fabrics and furniture

If you’re looking to get your upholstery furniture cleaned and detailed correctly, it’s best to leave the job to the professionals.
Leave Upholstery Cleaning To The Professionals At Buddy’s Carpet Care

 

Our Nine Step Oriental & Area Rug Cleaning Process

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In-Plant Rug Cleaning is recommended for Oriental Rugs and loose woven rugs. They should not be cleaned on location like wall to wall carpet. Our company cares for the finest to the most basic rugs from around the world. We will pick your rug up and bring it to our special cleaning plant where it will receive our very thorough Nine Step Cleaning System to get maximum roil and spot removal. Having your rug cleaned in our plant allows us to give it several treatments for a more thorough cleaning, controlled drying, and the use of various tools that are not available on location.

Buddy’s Carpet Care uses the Ausersehlian Cleaning System on your fine textile rugs. This world-renowned system has been proven to be one of the best, most efficient and safest ways to wash Orientals. We use authentic hand washing and compressed air cleaning for our fine textiles. Your valuable rugs are thoroughly yet gently cleaned.

Step 1: Pre-Inspection and Pick Up

We will determine as much as we possibly can about the type of rug and inherent qualities that may affect cleaning. We will outline the expected results and cleaning “prescription”. Our inherent qualities that may affect cleaning. One of our trained technicans will come to your home to pick up your rug, or you may drop it by our shop.

Step 2: Dry Soil Removal

Woven rugs, especially hand knotted rugs are designed to hide dry soil. A few years ago, the Eureka company did a study and found that a 9×12 could hide 87 pounds of dirt! Wow! We use a variety of techniques to “dust” the rugs from the front and back. A machine called a pile lifter, special vacuum attachments and any many other methods are implemented. This is the most important step in cleaning any textile.

3. Pre-Condition

Depending on fiber content and soiling type, the rug will be pre-treated to emulsify the soils.

4. Pre-Spot and Fringe Preparation

Any potentially difficult spots will be pre-treated with special solutions to increase chances of removal. The fringe is also pre-treated for maximum soil removal.

5. Shampoo

Depending on fiber content and soiling type, the rug will be pre-treated to emulsify the soils. Most rugs are cleaned with a shampoo that is especially designed to get maximum cleaning while protecting sensitive natural fibers.

6. Rinse or Wash

Depending on the type of rug it will be rinsed with extraction equipment on both sides or washed in a wash pit.

7. Dry

Once the soil is rinsed away, the rug is dried flat or hung to dry in a controlled environment. Proper drying is essential to avoid unnatural shrinkage.

8. Finishing

When the rug is dry, it is combed and finished with soft groomers made for specialty rugs.

9. Post Inspection and Delivery

Our cleaning specialist will give the rug a final inspection and release it for delivery. Your rug will be wrapped in brown craft paper to protect it from dust and environmental soils until it is delivered. Upon delivery, we will lay the rug for you.

 

What You Should Know Before Buying An Oriental Rug

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In today’s market there are many types of handmade rugs including kilms, sumaks, tapestries, etc. However the rugs most often chosen for a luxurious look and long term use are handwoven knotted pile carpets produced in Iran, India, Pakistan, China, Afghanistan, Turkey, Russia, Rumania, Armenia, and Nepal. A pile rug, which may take months or even years to complete, differs from other hand-made floor coverings in that the knots are individually inserted into the foundation and then cut one at a time.

The quality of an oriental rug not only depends on knot count and materials used, but on many other factors such as complexity of design, number of colors, and dying techniques.

The first things to ask yourself are:

Do the colors and size meet your needs?

Does the carpet look beautiful and fit within your budget?

After locating a few pleasing rugs:

  1. The structure of the carpet, consisting of the knotted pile, warp and weft threads, fringe and selvedges, should be closely examined.

The knot count may vary from 50 to 1,000 knots per square inch. A higher count usually indicates a more valuable rug, but not always. The degree of fineness of the rug can be determined by looking at the back.

The warp and weft threads should also be checked from the back of the rug to see if there are any breaks or cuts. Additionally, you should look carefully to see if any repairs have been made and, if so, properly executed. If not, your carpet may unravel.

The pile should be checked closely for holes, stains, and moth damage (especially in older rugs).

The fringe should be inspected to determine if it is in good shape, is original or the sides of the rug should be strong and fairly straight.

 

 

 

 

 

2.  The colors should be examined for running. By wiping a damp cloth firmly over the rug, you can determine if the colors will run. Sometimes in new carpets, you will see faded or antique looking effects. These are simply fashionable dying effects to create an antique look.

      3.  The pile of the rug should be even and consistent in all areas. You can check this by running your hand across the pile from edge to edge.

      4. The lay of the rug is important. Often minor imperfections and wrinkles can be easily fixed by stretching or blocking.

 

It’s standard with most dealers to let you try out different carpets on a “free trial” basis. This will give you the opportunity to find out if your selection fits with your decor.

Finally, there are so many factors that determine the quality and value of an oriental rug that it takes caution and thorough study to make an intelligent purchase. Give Buddy a call if you have any questions! Once you’ve purchased your oriental you will want to make sure it is properly cleaned and cared for regularly. Buddys Carpet Care cleans everything from the finest to the most basic rugs from around the world. We will pick your rug up and bring it to our special cleaning plant where it will receive a very thorough Nine Step Cleaning System to get maximum soil and spot removal.

To learn more about our nine stop oriental rug cleaning process click here!

Tips to Keep Your Carpet Clean this Summer

Posted on by Kathy McClelland

We know that while summer brings outdoor fun it also brings indoor stains. If you have carpeting then you know how difficult it can be to keep up with the dirt and mud that is constantly being tracked through your home. Without proper maintenance, your carpet can start looking pretty bad pretty quick. Here’s a few quick tips from Buddy to help your carpets looking fresh this summer and throughout the year.

1.  Strategically Use Mats & Rugs

Place welcome mats at every outdoor entrance. This will help keep the grime on the mat and not on your carpets. Use area rugs to cover high traffic areas. Using rugs and mats not only helps with excess dirt build up, it can extend the life of your carpet.Keep Shoes Off Carpet

2. Keep Shoes Off Carpet

The less you use shoes on your carpet, the better. It may seem inconvenient to kick off those shoes, but it will save your carpet in the long run.

3. Vacuum Regularly

This is one of the most important parts to maintaining your carpet. Be sure to especially vacuum high traffic areas. The longer dirt has a chance to settle into your carpet, the harder it will be to remove on your own.

If you keep up with your regular maintenance your carpets will last a lot longer. However, no amount of cleaning can replace the results you’ll see from a professional cleaning. Investing in regular professional cleaning can make it much easier for you to maintain your carpets so that you can spend more time enjoying the activities of summer.

 

How to Disinfect Your Home Yourself

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Need to disinfect your home but can’t afford a professional? Here are our trusted tips for cleaning your home!

When trying to disinfect your house, the goal is to break the soil load.  First you must clean to remove the soil and then apply disinfectant, to bacteria and viruses like Covid-19.  

First step: Remove the soil load by cleaning!

  1. Engage in spring cleaning, clear clutter – Home clutter can harbor pollutants, lead to infection and result in an unhygienic space.

  2. Use soap and water on hard surfaces.

  3. Start at the top of the room and work your way down.

  4. Emphasize cleaning touch points. People are not precise when touching objects. Touch point cleaning should extend past the touch point 3-12 inches.

  5. A trigger sprayer and wipe cloth can be used for cleaning most touch points. A foam applicator allows you to see what is covered and allows the product to stay on the surface longer without drying. Always read directions for instructions on application and dwell time.

  6. Spray the cloth rather than the object. 

  7. Fold your towels into 8 squares(instead of wadding them up)  Wipe one direction at a time, left to right. Refold to a clean square and repeat.

Second step: Apply disinfectants!

  1. Look for an antimicrobial or disinfectant approved by the EPA or FDA for the purpose of surface sanitization or listed in the EPA’s “Emerging Pathogen/listN”  or that meet the requirements of the emerging pathogens procedures for enveloped viruses (the class of organism of the SARS-cov-2) applied in accordance with label directions. 

  2. Apply it in accordance with the label directions.

Buddy’s No-Contact Services

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No-Contact Cleaning: 

You can give us instructions and a phone number and we will clean while you are out of your home or business (or in a safe area away from us).

If you are buying, selling or renting a home, we can clean while it is vacant and have it ready for you when you are ready to move in.

As an extra precaution, we can apply an EPA registered botanical disinfectant to give you peace of mind.


No-Contact Rug Pick-up and Delivery:

We can pick up your area rugs from your porch or garage

They are cleaned at our safe facility/

They are delivered right to your door.

 

No-Contact Payment:

We take credit cards over the phone

You can leave or mail a check

 

 

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