How to Compare Home Carpet Steam Cleaners
If you rent a carpet cleaner more often than you want or are constantly calling a professional carpet cleaner, consider purchasing a carpet steam cleaner of your own. Carpet steam cleaners do not actually use steam to clean carpets. Instead, they use super hot water combined with a cleaning solution to penetrate stains, then the vacuum suctions up the dirt. Steam cleaners come in different sizes and styles, so choose carefully, based on your needs. Does this Spark an idea?
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Look at the amount of carpet you have in your home and consider how often you will need to clean it. This will help you determine how large a tank your carpet cleaner will need.
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Check a cleaner for its attachments and other tools. If you'll be cleaning stairs, upholstery or other confined areas, you'll want to find tools or attachments to help you with those.
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Look for specialty features that will make the job easier for you. Some cleaners have automatic soap dispensers, while others have power brushes for extra scrubbing ability, indicator lights or internal water heaters.
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Choose the style of cleaner you will prefer. Steam carpet cleaners come in upright and compact models. While an unright might be heavier, it may be easier to maneuver, or you might prefer its features over a smaller model.
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Read the warranty before purchasing a carpet steam cleaner. If you'll be using your cleaner a lot, you need to know exactly what the manufacturer will cover and what will void the warranty, such as certain types of cleaners or chemicals.
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Try a carpet cleaner before you purchase one. Some stores will have display models available. Don't be afraid to take some time with the machine and use the attachments.
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Look at the price. If you don't use a carpet cleaner often, you might be better off renting one instead of spending the money on a cleaner that you will have to maintain and store.
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