Home Repair and Paint Guide

... Carpet cleaning is one of those chores that seems to get delayed long past the time when it should have been done. ... Furniture has to be moved, pets blocked off from the area, you have to avoid walking on the carpet while still wet, etc. ... Stains take a set and are harder to remove. ... Odors can become offensive. ... Hiring a company to do this is one way to go. ... You need to make sure the job is completed to your satisfaction, and your furniture stays in your house instead of someone else. ... You can save money by doing it yourself. ... The long term benefit is a floor that lasts longer and looks good over time. You can rent machines at most home improvement centers and some large grocery stores for the job. ... Start by thoroughly vacuuming the entire carpet. ... Spray these areas with a carpet spot or pretreatment cleaner. ... Be sure to vacuum the carpet again after spot cleaning. ... Most cleaners require you to mix the shampoo with water and pour it into a tank on the machine ...