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3 Common Carpet Cleaning Myths Debunked!

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    carpet cleaning mythsCarpet cleaning for your Chicago home or business is extremely important to maintaining its value and the cleanliness. However, there are many falsehoods that surround carpet cleaning including how often it should be done and how it should be performed. ServiceMaster Cleaning by Simons is here to debunk some of the common, and potentially damaging, myths you may have heard about carpet cleaning.

    1) “My carpet was just installed. As long as I keep up with vacuuming, that will be enough.”

    Though stains and other visible blemishes are great indicators that it’s time to get your carpets cleaned, most damage occurs on a deeper level. Microscopic dirt and dust particles sink well into the fibers of carpeting every day. In turn, this wears down the fibers and can cause fraying. Regular carpet cleaning will remove these deeply ground-in particles to ensure that you investment in flooring is a long-lasting one.

    2) “I can perform the carpet cleaning myself. I’ll rent a machine!”

    Though this is a viable option, DIY carpet cleaning just doesn’t come with the same level of professional care and application a certified company can provide. Carpet cleaning technicians, the good ones anyway, possess certification from the IICRC to guarantee they are knowledgeable in all practices and procedures.

    3) “All companies are the same. It doesn’t matter who I hire.”

    Speaking of the IICRC, you will want to seek out a company that proudly displays that their technicians are IICRC certified. The IICRC has rigorous standards when it comes to cleaning services, and certification includes a thorough education and comprehensive in-field experience. This distinction is the difference between a company that will guarantee their work and your satisfaction and those that won’t.

    Though there are many misconceptions about carpet cleaning in Chicago, quick research can easily help you make the right choice for your home of office. When looking for a professional, contact ServiceMaster Restoration by Simons. Our technicians are certified by the IICRC and will work with you step-by-step to leave your flooring in fantastic condition. Call us today to learn more about our commercial and residential cleaning services.

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    • Nasutsa Mabwa

      About Nasutsa Mabwa

      Nasutsa Mabwa is the CEO and co-owner of ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons, a certified MBE/WBE firm proudly serving Cook, DuPage, and Lake Counties in Illinois. Under her leadership, the company has become one of Chicagoland’s most trusted providers of disaster restoration services, including water and flood damage restoration, fire and smoke damage cleanup, and mold remediation for residential and commercial clients.

      A recognized civic and business leader, Nasutsa is a recipient of the 2020 Daily Herald Business Ledger C-Suite Award, a Crain’s Chicago Business 40 Under 40 honoree, and a 2018 ServiceMaster® Achiever Award recipient. She currently serves as a Civic Federation Board Member, an Advisory Board Member, and is the Past President of the Executive Committee for the Evanston Chamber of Commerce.  She is a proud member of the WPO - Women's President Organization.

      Nasutsa holds IICRC certifications in Water Damage Restoration (WRT) and Fire & Smoke Restoration (FSRT), bringing both strategic leadership and technical expertise to every project.

      She is also the co-author of RESTORE: A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Home As Your Most Valuable Asset from Water and Fire Disasters — a practical, accessible book for homeowners based on real-world experience in the restoration industry.
      📘 Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/RESTORE-complete-protecting-valuable-disasters/dp/1952779529

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