
The “Good Enough” Curse and Three Mistakes for Carpet Cleaning in Chicago, IL

Nasutsa Mabwa
August 5, 2015When you get frustrated with your home flooring and just want it clean, don’t fall into the “good enough” trap. The truth be told, what looks "good enough" to you could actually be causing damage to your carpets. Sure, your carpets may look clean on the surface, but deep down they may be a festering mess of dirt, dust, allergens, embedded filth, old stains, and more. You may not even realize how bad your carpets look or smell until an outside source points it out to you. ServiceMaster Cleaning by Simons in Chicago, IL wants you to avoid the “good enough” trap and these
carpet cleaning
mistakes:
Carpet Cleaning Mistake #1:
Relying on vacuuming. Don’t say “good enough” every time you finish vacuuming, especially when it doesn’t feel completely clean. It is worth the time and money to invest in a professional carpet cleaning. Knowing when to call the carpet cleaning experts and not say “good enough” means the difference between a progressively dirtier home and a cleaner and fresher living environment.
Carpet Cleaning Mistake #2:
Scrubbing stains. An instant, panicked reaction to a stain is to scrub it intensely and quickly. This is very bad for your carpets and not effective on the stain. When you find a fresh stain, blot it gently with a wet towel. The carpet cleaning experts at ServiceMaster Cleaning by Simons can assist you in getting rid of stains that are not so fresh or have been sitting on your carpets for longer.
Carpet Cleaning Mistake #3:
Using harsh chemicals. Cleaning products you find at the store that promise “super stain removal” are meant to remove grease and stains, but they can end up ruining the fibers and colors of your carpets. Don’t tell yourself that you’re saving money and these chemicals are “good enough." Instead, call the carpet cleaning team at ServiceMaster by Simons for a greener, cleaner, and safer way to clean your carpets.
If you think your carpets might be “good enough,” reassess how clean they actually are. If it’s been awhile since your last
professional carpet cleaning
, don’t hesitate to
call the expert team
at ServiceMaster Cleaning by Simons for a timely, comprehensive cleaning of your carpets in Chicago, IL.
Nasutsa Mabwa is the CEO of ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons, a nationally recognized, award-winning disaster restoration firm serving Cook, DuPage, and Lake Counties. Under her leadership, the company has become one of Chicagoland’s most trusted providers of water and flood damage restoration, fire and smoke damage cleanup, mold remediation, and specialty cleaning services for both residential and commercial clients.
A respected business and civic leader, Nasutsa has received numerous honors for her contributions to the industry and her community. Her accolades include:
- Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies - 2025 recipient
- Top 100 Women to KNOW in America (2024) by KNOW Women & JPMorgan Chase
- Crain’s Chicago Business 40 Under 40
- SB100 Best of Small Business Award
- 2020 BBB Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics
- Stevie® Award for Female Entrepreneur of the Year
- 2020 Daily Herald Business Ledger C-Suite Award
- 2018 ServiceMaster® Achiever Award
She is IICRC-certified in both Water Damage Restoration (WRT) and Fire & Smoke Restoration (FSRT), combining technical expertise with visionary leadership. Nasutsa holds a Master’s in Urban Planning & Policy from the University of Illinois at Chicago and an MBA in Real Estate Development from Roosevelt University.
Beyond her business achievements, Nasutsa is an active community advocate. She is a Board Member of the Civic Federation, an Advisory Board Member, and Past President of the Executive Committee for the Evanston Chamber of Commerce. She is also a long-standing member of the Women Presidents Organization (WPO).
She is the co-author of RESTORE: A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Home As Your Most Valuable Asset, an essential guidebook for homeowners navigating the challenges of water and fire disasters.
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