Good questions to ask your potential carpet cleaner

Don’t be afraid to ask these important questions before hiring a carpet cleaner:

--What method of carpet cleaning do you use? Is it safe for family and pets?

--Is your business insured?

--How long will it take for my carpet to dry? Typically, carpet will dry in 12-24 hours.

--What does your price include? This is important because many carpet cleaners will advertise a very low price per room, but the service will basically be a vacuum cleaning. To add steam cleaning, enzyme cleaning, etc., the service will likely add to the cost. Try to find a carpet cleaner that will quote a price within $10-$20 of the actual service. Also, ask to see the invoice before the carpet cleaning is performed to be sure you are not charged for services you didn’t ask for.

Classic Care provides free estimates and fair price quotes. Twin Cities residents can call for a free quote at 651-777-1100.

Candle wax spill? Find out how to remove it!

If your candles spill onto your carpet, don’t worry! Here’s an easy way to remove the wax:

1) Wait for the wax to harden, then scrape off what you can with a butter knife. Be careful not to damage the carpet fibers.

2) Place a white terrycloth towel over the wax. Put a warm iron over the towel and press gently. The wax should soak up into the towel. Be sure not to turn the iron on too hot or leave it in one place for too long or you will burn the carpet fibers.

3) If the wax left a stain in your carpet, take a wet white terrycloth towel and blot to lift the stain into the towel. Be sure not to rub or damage the carpet fibers.