If you have four legged family members residing in your home you have probably had your fair share of pet related accidents. The good news is that there are a number of quick fix clean up and odor treatments that can be used on carpets, area rugs and upholstery to deal with pet mess until you can call in the experts at Heart of Texas ChemDry for a professional carpet cleaning service. These user friendly DIY cleaning options for pet accidents may just save your sanity this holiday season.
Pet Odor Treatments Between Professional Carpet Cleaning Services
Some of the best DIY pet odor products can be found in your pantry at home. Products including white vinegar, baking soda, and blue Dawn dish soap can help remove pet odors between your scheduled Heart of Texas ChemDry services. For urine odors, begin by mixing a 50/50 solution of white vinegar and water and store in a spray bottle. Spray the affected area with the vinegar mixture and allow it to penetrate for 10 minutes before using a clean white cloth to absorb the liquid. The vinegar will help to neutralize the odor. Once the area is completely dry, sprinkle with baking soda and let sit for an hour before vacuuming. For fecal accidents, remove all solid waste from your carpets and rugs. Mix a solution of 1 cup of warm water with 1 tsp. of blue Dawn dish soap before adding a ΒΌ cup of vinegar to the solution to neutralize odor. Spot clean the entire area and allow to dry completely before walking on the area. Be cautious when researching pet odor treatments on the internet. The knowledgeable experts at Heart of Texas ChemDry recommend avoiding products such as bleach and hydrogen peroxide which can permanently change the color of your carpet fibers leading to discoloration and staining. You are also better off avoiding the use of over the counter cleaning products which can leave a soapy residue on your carpets and soft furnishings. Unfortunately, residues left behind by cleaning products act like a magnet attracting dirt and debris and encouraging unsightly stains.
Benefits of Professional Pet Odor Treatments
The knowledgeable experts at Heart of Texas ChemDry have years of experience removing pet stains and odors from carpets and upholstery. Your carpet cleaning professional will utilize specialized cleaning products that are designed to break down and remove urine and other pet secretions from your carpet fibers. Our odor cleaning process is designed to treat the carpet, the carpet backing and carpet padding in a series of steps which involve removing the stain, neutralizing the odor and deodorizing the entire area. If you own pets there is a very good chance that you have become nose blind to pet odors and will benefit greatly from a professional carpet cleaning service. While DIY cleaning options take care of emergency situations they are not a substitute for professional carpet cleaning services.
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To learn more about professional carpet cleaning and stain and odor removal services for your home or business, contact the knowledgeable experts at Heart of Texas ChemDry today.
