Carpet cleaning is important to the life of your carpet and the health of your home. A dirty carpet will wear quickly and have to be replaced much sooner which means it is very important to keep it clean. A dirty carpet also contributes to poor indoor air quality so it is much healthier to clean it regularly. But how often should you really clean a carpet? Wonder no longer. Just glance at the chart below and learn how often you should clean your carpet.
Carpet Cleaning Frequency Chart
Residential Carpet Cleaning Frequency
| Conditions | Clean Every |
| 2 People (non-smokers) | 6 to 12 months |
| 2 people (smokers) | 4 months |
| Children or Pets in Home | 6 months |
| Children and Pets in Home | 3 to 6 months |
Commercial Carpet Cleaning Frequency
| Conditions | Clean Every |
| Restaurants | 1 month |
| Day Cares | 2 weeks |
| Nursing Homes | 1 month |
| Retail Establishments | 3 to 6 months |
The above cleaning frequencies are based on average environmental conditions. You may have to clean your carpet sooner or may be able to go longer between cleanings depending on your environment.
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