Faqs About Hiring A Commercial Carpet Cleaning Company
When you're new to owning or managing a commercial space, there are a lot of things you have to figure out for the first time. One of those things is how to clean the carpets. In most cases, you are best off hiring a commercial carpet cleaning company to take care of this for you rather than buying the equipment to do it on your own. Here are some questions you may have about that process.
Do you have to sign a long-term contract?
A lot of carpet cleaning companies that work with commercial spaces will want you to sign a longer-term contract. This contract may have them coming periodically, perhaps once every three months or six months, to clean your carpets. If you know you'll be in the space for a while, signing such a contract is often wise. It will ensure you do, indeed, have cleaning lined up and will save you the headache of having to call and make an appointment each time your carpets need cleaning. However, many companies do offer one-off services, and paying for a single appointment may be your best bet if your future in the space is less clear.
Will your business have to be closed when the carpets are cleaned?
In most cases, yes, it is far easier for carpet cleaning companies to work when your building is empty. Some companies even specify this in their contracts and will not come out to clean if your business is open to clients. You may be able to have the carpets cleaned with a few employees around, depending on the layout and location of the carpets. If possible, though, schedule your carpet cleaning appointments after-hours or on a day you're closed.
Why do the carpets need to be cleaned, and not just vacuumed?
Vacuuming removes a lot of the particulate debris on or in a carpet. However, it does not remove ground-in dirt, bacteria, or really sticky mold spores. Chances are, your carpet has all of these items, which have been tracked in by customers and clients. Having it professionally cleaned will make for a healthier commercial space where people get sick less often and experience fewer allergy symptoms. The carpet will look cleaner, too!
Hopefully, this piece has answered some of your biggest questions about commercial carpet cleaning. The first time you schedule an appointment may be a bit rocky, but you'll get the hang of it.