Bernal's Carpet Care: WHICH  METHOD CLEANS BEST?     Dry  Foam     

The  carpet  cleaner applies shampoo to your carpet, allows it to dry, and then,   without rinsing, sucks the dried shampoo into a vacuum. Can you imagine   applying shampoo to your hair, allowing it to dry and then removing the  shampoo  from your head with a vacuum? This method leaves a flirty  residue in your  carpet that causes it to re - soil quickly. This is the  major reason that dry  foam is not too effective.

Absorbent  Pad (Bonnet Cleaning):   

This  method  is similar to dry foam, except that the company sets a large cotton   bonnet on your carpe. The rotating motion causes the bonnet to absorb  dirt from  your carpe. Bonnet Cleaning is like trying to use a large  cotton towel or mop  to rub the dirt out of your carpet. It's not very  effective because there's no  extraction process. And if the bonnet  isn't changed out with a clean one  frequently enough, it just smears  soil around the carpet.

Dry,  Absorbent Powder:   

The   dry-compound method spreads a moist, absorbent, powder throughout your  carpet.  The powder is allowed to dry and then sucked into a vacuum.  This method leaves  dry sponge particles on the base of the carpet yam.  And because the carpet is  not rinsed, this method is not very  effective.

Hot  Water Extraction:   

This  is a  fancy way of saying that a hot water cleaning solution under high  pressure  is forced into your carpet and then drawn out of your carpet.

NO  question, the most effective way to  clean carpeting is with hot-water  extraction equipment. It’s the most  powerful cleaning equipment on the market  and the only equipment that  cleans your carpet of dirt, harmful bacteria,  fungus, chemicals,  pollens, and tobacco residue.

Some people believe  that hot water  damages your carpet, but this isn't true. By washing and then  rinsing  your carpet with hat water, we clean your carpet completely - in the   same way that the person who showers and then rinses of the dirt and  soap will  be much cleaner than the person who takes only a sponge bath.                SIX  MISTAKES TO AVOID WHEN CHOOSING A CARPET CLEANER     MISTAKE  #1
Choosing  a carpet cleaner based on equipment alone.   

No  question,  your carpet, cleaner needs first-rate equipment. But they also need   something else. They need technicians who are skilled at operating the   equipment. Many companies own hot-water extractors, but very few  companies  teach their employees how to use them properly. 

The best way to know that the  carpet  cleaner's employees have been en properly trained is to make sure the   cleaner has been certified by the Institute   of Inspection Cleaning   and Restoration Certification(IICRC), before you choose a carpet  cleaner.

MISTAKE  #2
Choosing  a carpet cleaner based on a single telephone call.   

          Instead,  invite them to your home and ask for a specific price  quotation. Then you'll  know exactly what the carpet cleaner recommends -  and you won’t be the victim of  high-pressure sales tactics when the  technician steps into your living room.

MISTAKE  #3
Choosing  a carpet cleaner based on low price.   

Low  price  could be a problem in three ways (1) Low price can be the bait that   attracts your phone call. Bat once the cleaner gets into your home, they  pressure  you into a much more expensive job. (2) Low price can be for  single-process  cleaning. Rarely does the consumer know what this means  and, when told, asks  for dual-process cleaning instead, which costs  much more. (3) Low price means  the carpet cleaner has cheap equipment,  which will not effectively clean your carpet.

MISTAKE  #4
Choosing  a carpet cleaner who isn't certified by the Institute of Inspection    Cleaning and Restoration Certification...   

If  your  carpet cleaner isn't a close friend, you may not know whether they have   the knowledge or experience to clean your carpet well. If you want to  be sure  you're hiring a competent professional, make sure they are  IICRC certified.

MISTAKE  #5
Choosing  a carpe cleaner who doesn't offer a money-back guarantee…   

In  my view,  every carpet cleaning company should be fully accountable for their   work. And if you aren't pleased with the job, you be "Limited." Ask  the  carpet cleaner if they offer a complete money-back guarantee.

MISTAKE  #6
Choosing  a carpet cleaner without getting comments from his other clients…   

Any  carpet  cleaner can say anything about his past jobs. And sadly, some of what   tea say, au met is true. Make sure you ask for  references or read  comments from current customers so you can depend on the  carpet cleaner  and their work. Any carpet cleaner that does quality work should  be  able to provide you with comments from their clients.

  THE IMPORTANCE OF VALUE AND PRICE     

Price  is  what you pay. Value is what you get. When you select a carpet cleaner,   you'll choose horn a wide variety of cleaning methods and price.

Shaw  Industries, the world's largest carpet manufacture, recommends hot water  extraction by certified technicians.

And  here's why hot water extraction is recommended:

1:  The equipment uses strong suction to  draw the dirt, chemicals, bacteria,  pollens, and tobacco smoke residue  out of your carpet.

2:  It shoots the cleaning solution into  your carpet at a high pressure, which  breaks up the dirt, bacteria,  chemicals and pollens.

3:  It uses hot water. For every 18 degree  increase in temperature above 118  degrees F, you double the water’s  cleaning ability. So, if the water  temperature is 136 degrees, it will  clean twice as well as water that is 118  degrees F and 154 degree water  will clean for times as well 118 degree water,  and so on

Not  surprisingly, having your carpets  cleaned thoroughly by a qualified and  certified technician that wises  hat water extraction, costs more than renting a  shampooer at the comer  grocery store.

If  you bought the cheapest carpeting you  could find, then renting a small  shampooer might be all you need. No  question, it will get out some of the  dirt-but the key word here is  "some: It will not get out many of the  pollens, chemicals, bacteria,  and tobacco smoke residues.

On  the other hand…If you bought high  quality carpeting - if you want it to look  good and give you years of  dependable service - then you need to take extra  good care of it. This  means you need to have it cleaned by a skilled, qualified  technician at  least every six months to one year, depending on the amount of  soiling  and foot
          Traffic  it receives and you need to have it cleaned  thoroughly and disinfected, as only  a hot water extraction machine can  do.

  DO YOU WANT A CLEAN CARPET?     

Which  is more important to you: a clean carpe-or a clean and healthy carpet? Yes, I  assure you, there is a big difference.

Each  carpet cleaning method has advantages and  disadvantages. Some methods will get  out only the dirt. Other methods  will get out dirt and grease. Still others  will get out virtually  everything. And, to be sure, some are more expensive  than others.

If  all you want is a cheap, rinse-the-dirt-off-the-top  cleaning--which you might find  for around $5.99 per room - Then I  respectfully ask that you call another  company. But if you want to  protect your health - If you want to protect your  investment in  carpeting - if you want to protect your family from countless  bacteria,  fungus, pollens, and tobacco smoke residues in your carpet, then I  ask  that you call us! 

The  steam extraction, hot water equipment that I use is the most effective cleaning  system available today.

More  and more families want the good-health benefits that come from having a fresh,  clean carpet.

Have  you ever seen how dirty a child's pants get when they  play outdoors? If yon  have, then you know you can brush off their  pants and make them think they're  clean. Or, if you want the job done  right, you can machine wash them in hot  water and detergent and you'll  KNOW they're clean.

The  same is true for your carpet. You can hire someone for  $25 to $50 who will  "brush of" your carpeting and make you think it's  clean. Or if you  want the job done right we'll wash your carpets with  hot water and detergent  using our state-of-the-art cleaning equipment  and you'll KNOW they’re clean

So  if you want a thoroughly cleaned carpet - if you're  willing to invest in your  family's good health - you're invited to call  me. You'll receive an exact  written price quote, at no cost or  obligation. And if you give me the “Go ahead”  you’re further protected  by my:

100  % NO-RISK GUARANTEE

With  every  carpe and upholstery job we do. So every job comes with my iron-clad,   risk-free guarantee. What does this mean? Simply this: If you aren't  happy. You  don't pay! Jot one cent. Many companies don't guarantee  their work. I stand  behind job 100%.

If  you ever have any questions or concerns about our work, please call my office  right away:

           BERNAL'S  CAPRET CARE
          The  number is 760-724-0455

  4 STEPS TO A FRESH, CLEAN CARPET     

If  you're thinking about having your carpets cleaned, I encourage you to follow  these four steps:

    STEP  #1
List  your objectives.   

Do  you want  only the dirt removed, something you could do with a rented shampooer.   Or do you want all the bacteria, fungus, and chemicals removed, which  will  require hot water extraction cleaner such as I use. Do you want to  work with an  honest, reputable company - or are you willing to Risk  working with the company  that offers you the lowest price--knowing than  the company might not be in business  tomorrow

STEP  #2
Make  a commitment to yourself to get your carpets cleaned.   

Make  a  commitment to yourself to get your carpets cleaned.           The  longer they remain dirty, the sooner they'll wear out.  Plus the longer you have  to breathe all the pollens, fungus, and  chemicals that hide in your carpet.

STEP  #3
Ask  questions.   

The  way you  learn about a company is to ask specific questions and listen carefully   to the answers. Here are seven to ask a carpet cleaner before they  clean your  carpet

- Do  you have a 100% no-risk guarantee?

- Are  you certified by the IICRC?

- What  training have you had in cleaning carpets?

- How  often should I get my carpets cleaned?

- What  type of equipment do you use to clean carpet?

- What  method of cleaning do you recommend?

STEP  #4
Once  you're satisfied that you're  working with an honest, competent professional,  invite them into your  home and ask for a specific quotation in writing.   

A  written quotation gives you the assurance that you know exactly what your job  will cost-no surprises.

By  following these four steps, you'll gain all the  information you'll need to make  an informed intelligent decision. If  you want a quick, cheap carpet cleaning  job may companies in the phone  book can help you - Or You can rent a shampooer  from the grocery store  and do the job yourself.

I'll  be happy to answer your questions-provide you with a  cost estimate over the  telephone--or come into your home and give you a  free written  quotation--without cost or obligation of any kind. To  reach my office, call (760)  724-0455

      SATISFACTION GUARANTEED!