Understanding a Carpet Myth
Clean your carpets if they're new, or not? Old carpet myths may convince you to avoid the first cleaning as long as possible. Here's the truth about that tale.
- Posted by Rod Barth
- On November 18, 2021 Read More
Plenty of Service From Preferred Carpet Care
Preferred Carpet Care does more than just clean carpets. Find out about all of the services we offer for residents of Redding and its surroundings.
- Posted by Rod Barth
- On October 21, 2021 Read More
Battling Wildfire Smoke in Redding
Once again, California is enduring tremendous wildfires. Redding stands at the upper end of the Sacramento Valley with three wildfires burning from three directions, and each is only an hour away. With smoke pluming on all fronts, Redding has unhealthy air quality, no matter what direction the wind blows. So much smoke in the air […]
- Posted by Rod Barth
- On September 2, 2021 Read More
Prevent Carpet Moth Damage
Flying Pests Eat More Than Just Clothes A past article covered the subject of carpet beetles (Anthrenus verbasci). Unfortunately, beetles aren’t the only type of pest that’s inclined to damage your carpet. Another insect that is sometimes more damaging is the carpet moth (Tricophaga tapetzella, also called the tapestry moth). A strong infestation of these […]
- Posted by Rod Barth
- On August 12, 2021 Read More
Does Your Carpet Soil Quickly?
Perhaps Preferred Carpet Care has cleaned your carpets and rugs for years, or maybe your first service was only a couple of months ago. But in what seems like little time at all, your carpet shows a darker shade in certain spots. It might be a curved swath near the front door, or a couple […]
- Posted by Rod Barth
- On August 5, 2021 Read More
The Air of Business
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) noted that the flu season of 2020-2021 was virtually non-existent. Medical authorities say it was likely due to restrictions in place for COVID-19. Wearing face masks, frequent handwashing and physical distancing not only reduced transmission of the coronavirus, but also influenza. Similarly, filtering the air and sanitizing […]
- Posted by Rod Barth
- On July 22, 2021 Read More
Prepare for Cleaner Carpets
Twice a year. Every six months. That’s the recommended span between professional cleaning sessions for your carpet. In between those sessions, your carpet collects dirt and debris from your shoes, oil and sweat from your feet, and allergens from the air. All those particles get trampled down further as you and your family walk on […]
- Posted by Rod Barth
- On July 15, 2021 Read More
Starting Fresh After 2020
COVID cases are down in California, with at least 3 different vaccines widely available. Restrictions are lowering while temperatures are warming up. A single word appears to be resonating in the minds of Redding citizens: freedom. And yet, a simple gaze upon our living room, den or kitchen might remind us of the past year […]
- Posted by Rod Barth
- On May 6, 2021 Read More
Tips for Spring Cleaning
Ah yes, it’s that wonderful time of the year when we all look around at the clutter and disarray invading our home and run out of excuses for why we can’t get to it. Of course, the COVID pandemic has caused an increase in our stay at home time, as well as a decrease in […]
- Posted by Rod Barth
- On April 8, 2021 Read More
Don’t Leave Out Your Pets!
After some hemming, hawing, and perhaps a bit of procrastination, you’ve decided to purchase new carpet for the home. You’ve thought about pricing, the type of material, and what color would best compliment the rooms for consideration. Perhaps you’ve even gotten opinions from your spouse or your kids. But there might be one member of […]
- Posted by Rod Barth
- On February 18, 2021 Read More