Prepping Before Cleaners Arrive!

Prepping Tips Before Cleaners Arrive

Preparing for a carpet cleaning appointment ensures the technicians can work efficiently and deliver the best results. Key steps include removing all small items and fragile decor from the floor, thoroughly vacuuming the area to eliminate surface debris, and clearing a parking space for their van.

Pre-Cleaning Checklist

• Clear the Floors: Remove small items like shoes, toys, cables, and loose clothing from all carpeted areas.
• Move Small Furniture: Clear lighter pieces (dining chairs, coffee tables, floor lamps, and potted plants) out of the rooms getting cleaned. For heavier furniture like couches or beds, ask your cleaning company if they expect you to move them or if their team will do it.
• Vacuum Thoroughly: Pre-vacuum the space to remove loose dirt, pet hair, and surface grit. This allows the professionals to focus their equipment on deep, embedded dirt.
• Secure Valuables: Store jewelry, cash, and important electronics safely away from the active cleaning zones.
• Manage Pets and Kids: Keep children and pets safely contained away from the cleaning area, hot hoses, and equipment.
• Ensure Easy Access: Make sure the technicians can easily access your driveway, and unlock any necessary gates or garage roller doors so they can bring their hoses inside.
• Upon Arrival
• Point Out Stains: Walk through the house with the technician and specifically point out stubborn stains (e.g., wine, pet accidents, ink) so they can use the right pre-treatments.