Flood Recovery: Bring Your Carpets Back to Their Former Glory
Imagine walking into your living space and finding your carpet surrounded by murky, dirty water. As you panic, you start to question whether it’s the right time to bid farewell to your once-plush flooring. But do not worry! It’s possible to bring back your soggy, soaked carpets. Let’s explore the art of Spotless Carpet Cleaning North Shore after flooding.
Safety comes first. Water and electrical appliances aren’t friends. Be sure to unplug or remove all electrical devices from the area before you begin CPR. It’s a fact that no one wants their carpets to be electrified while they are trying to rescue them.
It’s time for you to put on your sleeves and get to work. Remove any items or furniture that may be sitting on top the carpet. The more you can lighten the load on the sodden floor, the better it will recover.
Here comes the fun – removing water! Consider yourself a modern superhero and your vacuum cleaner is your sidekick. Wet-dry vacuums can be used to extract as much moisture as possible. Even though it might seem like you’re trying to drain an ocean using a teaspoonful, every little bit counts.
After the majority of the water has been removed, it is time to turn up the airflow. Open all the windows and doors to let Mother Nature dry up your home. If Mother Nature is being lazy, or if it’s a rainy day outside, bring fans or dehumidifiers to help.
This is where it gets interesting. Checking for mold and fungus after flooding can be crucial because these pesky invaders are attracted to damp conditions. Do not let the mold and mildew play hide-and seek with you. Inspect your carpet from both sides.
If you see signs of mold (which hopefully, they won’t), then it might be time to contact professionals who are trained in deep-cleaning treatments for flood-damaged floors.
We’ll say today that we are lucky – there is nothing moldy under these fibers. Hooray! Baking soda is a great way to remove lingering floodwater odors. Sprinkle it liberally before vacuuming.
Steam cleaning is the best way to revive old textiles, like this one.
Steam cleaners can remove stubborn stains from homes that are stained by muddy water infiltrating them during storms.
Spotless Carpet Cleaning North Shore
1-5 Lynbara Ave, St Ives NSW 2075
(02) 8607 8811