Carpet Cleaning Toowoomba

Reliable carpet steam cleaning in Toowoomba

At Focused on Cleaning we provide a reliable, professional carpet steam cleaning service in the Toowoomba and Darling Downs region. And we don't just say it, we do it.


You can visit our local carpet cleaning facility, see our vans and well presented technicians. Providing quality cleaning services isn't just in our presentation, it's also in the end result; your carpets, lounges or tiles are clean and your home feeling fresh and looking its best. This is achieved with the very best in equipment, products and trained carpet cleaning technicians. 


Want to learn more about our carpet steam cleaning? Check out the benefits of using Focused On Cleaning for your carpet steam cleaning in the Toowoomba area and read the Frequently Asked Questions below.


You can call us on 4635 8045, email us or fill out a website enquiry form by clicking here.


Frequently Asked Questions about Toowoomba Carpet Cleaning

  • Is it worth getting carpets cleaned professionally?

    Carpets get dirty gradually. So slowly that sometimes we don’t notice it until we move furniture, or a visitor points it out. By the time you can see the soiling the carpet has already been damaged as that soiling is crushed into the fibres underfoot every time you walk on it. 


    Carpet cleaning needs 3 main things. 

    • Good Chemistry eg. Cleaning products. 
    • High heat to melt body oils from fibres (side note: boiling water does not and cannot damage carpet). 
    • High suction to remove the soils suspended in the detergent and rinse water. Poor suction leaves too much dirt in the carpet and residue from detergents can be sticky and make more dirt stick to the carpet causing more damage.

    A good carpet cleaner should leave the carpets dry after 2 to 6 hours.


    Not cleaning your carpets is like not washing your clothes. We wash our clothes to remove sweat, body oils and odours. We also have those issues with our carpet from our feet. And in most cases, we spill things or have pets on our carpet too.

  • How often should carpet be cleaned?

    It really depends on the amount of traffic and the area/environment the property is in. 


    It is recommended by the manufacturer to have the carpets professional steam cleaned every 12 months. This is actually part of your new carpet warranty. Not having them cleaned can void your 25-year warranty so always keep the receipts.  


    Generally, when homes have children or pets we recommend cleaning the carpet every 6 months as more foot traffic (especially barefoot) comes from kids and pets. Also, the potential for accidents and food spills is higher or more frequent.

  • Is professional carpet cleaning better than doing it yourself?

    Yes, professional carpet cleaning is better than doing it yourself, for a number of reasons.


    Firstly, professionals use truck-mounted steam cleaning machines worth $30,000-$40,000. Truck-mounted machines are expensive because they do such a great job. In comparison to store hire machines, the difference is chalk and cheese.


    Truckmounts deliver 95C+ at the wand whereas hire machines only use water that comes from your tap. Once you bucket it in, it loses heat and while waiting it cools down to lukewarm which isn’t much better than cold water. The hire machines have very low suction in comparison to truck mounts. Portables are between 120-180 cfm whereas truckmounts generally have 300 to 400 cfm. This is why carpets cleaned with truckmounts dry in hours as opposed to portable which can take days - as well as leave a smell. Hire machines also use a process where you spray the product and then rinse water in the same hit leaving residue in the carpet. Truckmount steam cleaning requires a pre-spray to be applied and the clean or neutralising water is used to extract dirt and any residue.


    Professional carpet cleaners also have training in the fibres, chemistry and science behind carpet cleaning. It’s not as simple as you might think. For example, wool can only have products used on it with a pH of between 4.5 and 8.5. What pH is your product?


  • Should you vacuum before carpet cleaning?

    Yes, it is recommended that you vacuum before you have your carpets cleaned.  Removing dry particulates makes the carpet steam cleaning produce better results.


    In fact, vacuuming twice a week is usually recommended even if you don’t walk on it. Carpet fibres are the lungs of your home and absorb dust and oily soil particles like exhaust in regional areas.

  • Should I steam my carpet?

    Steam cleaning the carpet in your home is safe and extracts the soil. Dry cleaning only picks up what the pad on the scrubber can hold in when full and just moves the soil around the room.

  • How long should you stay off carpet after cleaning?

    After having the carpet in your property steam cleaned, generally, you can walk on it within 2 hours. Even less in the summer.

  • How do I prepare my carpet for cleaning?

    To prepare the carpet in your home for cleaning you should ensure that the driveway to your property is clear to allow the cleaning van easy access to your property. 


    You should also ensure you pick up everything off of the floor that is moveable.

  • Is steam cleaning carpet better than shampooing?

    Nobody shampoos carpets anymore. It was an old type of cleaning method that is obsolete. So yes it is recommended to have the carpet in your property steam cleaned.

  • Do you need to vacuum after carpet cleaning?

    No, you don't need to vacuum after your carpet has been cleaned. However, once it is dry you are welcome to do so.

What are the benefits of Focused on Cleaning’s Carpet Steam Cleaning?

The benefits of using Focused On Cleaning for your carpet steam cleaning includes:

 

  • We pride ourselves on using quality products and detergents, which are the pinnacle to achieving great results for your carpets. We use truck-mounted carpet steam cleaning machines, which mean a deeper clean for the carpets in your home.
  • Hygiene. Our water hits the carpet at nearly 100 degrees celsius which is enough to kill most germs.
  • Quick dry times, as residual moisture starts evaporating straight away due to it being so hot.
  • It won’t damage your carpet (as the approximate temperature of 160 degrees is needed to even start damage with the most susceptible carpet).
  • We use neutralisers in our rinse to effectively combat rapid re-soiling after the carpet clean. This ensures that your carpets stay cleaner longer.
  • The temperature is enough to kill most dust mites and fleas or flea eggs.

 

Looking to freshen up the carpet in your home?

Our Toowoomba carpet cleaning service is of the highest quality, using the deepest cleaning equipment to increase hygiene and provide the greatest result for your carpet. Our products help your carpet to look its cleanest and feel great under foot, almost like a fabric softener for your feet. We get these great results by:

 

  • 18 years of experience in carpet cleaning throughout Toowoomba and the Darling Downs.
  • Being trained in IICRC's best methods of cleaning. The owner of Focused on Cleaning is also Toowoomba's only IICRC Master Textile Cleaner with almost 20 years of experience.
  • Being Woolsafe certified, so you know your lovely wool carpets are looked after and not damaged.
  • Specialised additives to the rinse water that clean deeper, soften the fibres and stop carpets getting soiled quicker.
  • Cleaning to your specific needs whether it be hygiene or presentation.
  • Applying protectors when requested to keep carpets looking longer better. 
  • Using anti allergen products when needed.

 

Have you had pet accidents on the carpets in your home?

Urine stains are very complex in nature as they are released as an acid and as they dry becoming alkaline. During this time alkaline crystals form that emit ammonia and trap ecoli. Hence the odour. Removing these uric crystals is essential in removing the odour. Specilaised products  are needed to do neutralise the crystals and also truckmount suction to extract as many crystals as possible. Odours are not the only issue with urine. Stains are another. Urine can cause permanent damage to wool carpet fibres and destablise dyes in synthetics as well. It is very important to get onto these accidents as soon as possible. Ask for the our Urine decontamination treatment or stain treatment when you book your carpets. Protectors after cleaning can also aid in stains and odours being able to be removed easier and more successfully for homes where these are often issues.


Are you moving out of a Rental Property and need your carpets cleaned?

Focused on Cleaning are one of the most preferred carpet cleaners recommended by Toowoomba property managers and local rental agencies. Our service is about reliability and providing a high quality service. These are covered by:


  • Our carpet cleaning technicians turn up when we say they will and never cancel.
  • All stains are attempted to be cleaned and removed.
  • Providing exit flea treatment requirements post carpet clean saving cost.
  • Providing different packages to suit every budget and level of clean.
  • We also provide bond cleaning services and mould removal to make removal safe.

Add a flea treatment to your carpet cleaning service

Did you know you can also add a flea treatment to our comprehensive carpet steam cleaning service? As a trusted provider of high-quality carpet cleaning, we understand the importance of maintaining a healthy and comfortable home environment. Our flea treatment service is designed to effectively eliminate fleas and their eggs, ensuring your carpets are not only spotless but also pest-free. Utilising safe and powerful products, our experienced team will meticulously treat your carpets during the steam cleaning process, providing you with peace of mind and a healthier living space.


Choose Focused On Cleaning for a thorough, professional clean that goes beyond the surface.

Add carpet protection to your carpet steam clean

Having our Protect-a-Guard carpet and upholstery protection helps carpet fibres and fabrics resist stains from food and drink spills and even pet accidents. The Protector fills in scratches and holes in the carpet fibre where bacteria and germs like to hide. It also assists in dust and dirt particles not sticking to the fibre meaning more is removed when you vacuum. Adding carpet protection helps your carpets resist stains and provides a healthy, less allergenic home, that looks better for longer.

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