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How to Blot Your Carpet

That headline may not sound like it’s referring to a good thing, but believe us at Preferred Carpet Care when we tell you that blotting is a great idea. What is blotting? And why is it the best method for lifting stains out of your carpet? Don’t Rub Stains The first reaction when you spill […]

When It’s Time to Change the Carpet

Preferred Carpet Care is in the business of repairing and cleaning carpets throughout the Redding area. So you would think that we would never tell people it’s time to replace their carpet. But it’s a fact that even the highest quality carpet simply gets worn out after many years of use. As we discuss on […]
  • Posted by Rod Barth
  • On June 27, 2017
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More on Carpet Fibers

In our last blog article, Preferred Carpet Care of Redding discussed the two commonly used construction methods for manufacturing carpet. Now we present some more information about the six types of fibers typically used as the material in these carpets. As we have discussed before, each has its own advantages and disadvantages. Selecting the right […]
  • Posted by Rod Barth
  • On June 20, 2017
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How Your Carpet is Built

Many customers are not really aware of how their carpet is put together or it’s composition. Through our informational blog articles, Preferred Carpet Care of Redding would like to explain the manufacturing basics of carpeting so that you have a better understanding of what carpet is made of and how that affects its design and […]
  • Posted by Rod Barth
  • On June 13, 2017
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Prepare for Carpet Cleaning

How can you prepare your home for carpet cleaning? Certainly, the technicians at Preferred Carpet Care of Redding can work with whatever situation your home is in, whether it is empty or full of furnishings. But if you want the carpet cleaning to go faster and be more effective, here are some things you can […]

Does Steam Cleaning Cause Mold?

Many people are afraid of mold in or under their carpet, especially after the damp winter that California just experienced. Also, for those living in higher altitudes, snowmelt can present a problem if it’s right up against doors that do not have a good seal. But these circumstances all have to do with the weather, […]

The Problem with Dirt

No one wants a dirty carpet. That’s why the vast majority of our Redding customers have vacuum cleaners and clean their carpets at least weekly. Still, even with today’s high suction vacuums, dirt gets left behind. It gets stepped on and ground down into your carpet and its fibers, becoming a permanent resident. Make the […]
  • Posted by Rod Barth
  • On April 19, 2017
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What Kind of Fibers are in My Carpet?

Your choice of carpeting material goes a long way towards determining its durability, feel, ease of maintenance, cost and look. For natural fibers, wall-to-wall carpets use wool and area rugs use wool, cotton, silk, flax, or hemp — just about any fiber can be found in hand-made rugs and some even mix fibers. Just as […]
  • Posted by Rod Barth
  • On April 4, 2017
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How Dog Owners Can Extend the Life of Their Carpet

More than one of the households regularly visited by Preferred Carpet Care of Redding includes a friendly dog or two, or even more. Of course, dogs don’t wipe their feet when they come inside and they also tend to pick up lots of things from whatever they rolled in outside. If you have an inside/outside […]
  • Posted by Rod Barth
  • On March 28, 2017
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How to Control Dust Mites

Some people start to feel like they are allergic to their house. A runny nose, itchy and watering eyes, constant sneezing — these irritations can drive a person crazy! A very common cause of household allergies is the presence of dust mites. These microscopic creatures love to live and breed in carpets and rugs, but […]
  • Posted by Rod Barth
  • On March 16, 2017
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