After having your carpets professionally cleaned, it is imperative that you let them dry thoroughly and properly. Steam cleaning will leave your carpets damp and if you follow these simple steps, it will dry in no time. To help your carpet dry quickly in you should:
If your carpets are cleaned during the summer months (hot and humid weather):
- Close all the windows and doors in your house or office.
- Turn your air conditioner on to 65 degrees Fahrenheit. The air conditioner will help pull moisture from the air as well. You should also turn on your dehumidifier, if you have one.
- If you are able to position fans (ceiling or floor) to help circulate the air, even better.
If your carpets are cleaned during the winter months (cold, dry weather):
- Open all the windows and doors in your home or office.
- Turn the heat off.
- If you have access to floor or ceiling fans, turning them on will help circulate the air and help your carpets dry faster and better.
- If you have a dehumidifier, turn it on as well. The more moisture you can pull from the air, the better.
How Long Will It Take for Your Carpet to Dry?
- Steam Cleaning – If you have your carpets steam cleaned by SV Professional Cleaning, your carpets should be dry within 3-4 hours. Of course, we suggest that you test your carpet by examining different spots to ensure the entire carpet is dry before walking on it with shoes or moving your furniture back.
- Deep Cleaning – If you had your carpets deep cleaned by SV Professional Cleaning, they will most likely be dry within 10-12 hours. Again, make sure you test a few areas of your carpet to make sure the entire area is fully dry before walking on it with shoes, allowing pets on the carpet, or bringing your furniture back in to the room.
Top Tips to Follow After a Professional Carpet Cleaning
- Do NOT walk on your carpet as it will get dirty easily and slow the drying process. If you must walk on your carpet, ensure the soles of your shoes are clean or just wear socks.
- Do not allow pets to walk on wet carpet either.
- Ensure your carpet is completely dry before walking on it or putting furniture on it. If your carpet isn’t completely dry and you walk on it or move furniture back, it will trap moisture in the carpet and it could take longer to dry or become moldy. I addition, wet or damp carpet can damage wood furniture or rust metal furniture. It’s best to wait until your carpet is completely dry.
Your carpet cleaning technician will discuss all these guidelines with you before and after cleaning your carpet. By following these simple rules and guidelines, you can make sure the services provided by SV Professional Cleaning last a long time.