If you own pets, have small children, or entertain company regularly, cleaning your area rugs can feel like a massive project. Since rug maintenance can require a lot of time and energy, it's important to determine when cleaning is necessary. Here are some signs to help you determine how often you should schedule routine area rug cleanings.

3 Signs You Need to Clean Your Rugs Regularly

1. You Have Pets And/Or Kids

If your household rarely treads on your rugs, vacuuming once a week can help remove dirt, while a professional cleaning only needs to be scheduled every two years. However, for households with children and pets, it's a good idea to vacuum at least twice a week, with a deep cleaning every six months to keep them in good condition. Additionally, spot treatments and vacuuming every day will ensure rugs last longer from daily wear and tear. 

2. Your Area Rug Sits In A Busy Area Of The Home

If your rugs are giving off a bad smell, look particularly dirty, or see a lot of foot traffic, vacuuming regularly will help reduce the risk of irritants and health risks, like respiratory problems from dirt, mites, and mold. First, beat the rug with a broomstick or other long-handled appliance, to remove dust and dirt outside, then vacuum the space underneath the rug. After, flip the rug upside down and run the vacuum over the backside. Beating your rugs will help remove excess allergens that accumulate with heavy foot traffic and keep them clean in between professional visits.

3. People Wear Their Shoes Indoors

Allowing friends and family to wear their shoes indoors is an easy way to dirty your rugs over short periods of time. Footwear can track dirt and grime, creating apparent and hard-to-remove stains on lighter-colored fabrics. Spot cleaning will help remove most marks, while a thorough area rug cleaning can target stubborn spots. Try to keep people from wearing shoes in the house to help keep your rugs looking newer for longer periods. 

For more than 30 years, the specialists at The Rug Beater Cleaning Enterprises, Inc. have provided the residents of Lancaster, Chester, and Readings Counties, PA with quality area rug cleanings. If your rugs are dingy and in need of revival, the professional staff can bring anything back to life with state-of-the-art techniques, updated technology, and expert experience. They also provide spot testing before working on stain removal and offer maintenance programs to keep them in top shape. Call (717) 656-9826 or visit their website to learn more about their services.