Extraction

Need Water Extraction? Leave It to the Professionals at Twin Home Experts

Whether you own a business that is furnished in carpeting or have carpet and rugs throughout your home, maintaining your carpet’s appearance and cleanliness should be a priority. Unfortunately, vacuuming and spot cleaning alone is not enough. To extend the life of your carpets and keep them looking new for years to come, incorporating regular cleanings into your annual maintenance is wise. The best way to go about it? Water extraction.

What Is Water Extraction?

You’ve probably never heard of the term “water extraction” in regard to carpet cleaning, but chances are you’re familiar with it. It’s more commonly known as “steam cleaning,” though this name can be misleading since steam is not used as a cleaning agent during the treatment. Water extraction is simply the process in which a machine pushes water into your carpet’s pile in an effort to loosen and remove dirt and stains. At the same time, a high-powered vacuum sucks up the water, taking the unwanted grime with it. It is the fastest, most effective way on the market to clean carpets and renew their appearance.

Hot vs. Cold

Not all methods of water extraction are the same. One method uses hot water, while the other uses cold. Hot water extraction is by far the more typical practice, and for good reason. It’s highly effective at restoring carpet’s appearance quickly and efficiently.

Cold water extraction, on the other hand, is a less common approach, but is making a comeback due to its own benefits. Here are a few reasons that professional cleaning companies are opting to use cold water extraction:

It’s arguably safer: Because it doesn’t require the heat that hot water extraction does, no steam is created. For this reason, workers aren’t breathing in the chemicals that are released into the air with the steam.
It uses less energy: This makes cold water extraction more environmentally-friendly and cost-effective.
It’s less-likely to trip circuits: Hot water extraction requires a lot of energy, which means that it often trips breakers. This can be an inconvenience for workers, costing them extra time and productivity. Cold water extraction is less likely to do the same since it uses less energy.

Some argue that without the presence of heat, cold water extraction is never as effective as hot water extraction to clean carpets. Ultimately, the size and condition of your carpet will determine which option would be the best fit for you.

Professional vs. DIY

It is possible to take care of carpet cleaning yourself by buying or renting a cleaning unit from your local hardware store. They are usually easy to use, do a decent job of cleaning, and are cheaper than hiring a professional. At the same time, they aren’t nearly as powerful or as effective as professional units. Professional units can inject water and cleaning agents into the carpets at much more powerful speeds, while also removing the water and dirt more thoroughly from the carpet’s fibers. This adds up to more obvious results and the need for fewer cleanings in the long run. When it comes to water extraction, you get what you pay for.

Twin Home Experts

To get the most out of your carpet’s life, whether commercial or in your home, it’s best to have it professionally cleaned at least once a year. That’s where Twin Home Experts can help. We prioritize quality workmanship and customer service so that you can trust that your water extraction job will be completed properly the first time. Whether your carpet has undergone wear from foot traffic, pet stains, food spills, or dirt, we can have it looking its best again in no time. Contact us today!