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Wet Carpet Worries

Redding isn’t known for being exceedingly wet – not like Seattle or Great Britain, at least. In fact, we typically have more concern over fires and smoke. However, we do get a share of rain, maybe a little snow, and we are located at the confluence of over a dozen creeks as well as the Sacramento River. Cold weather also brings the possibility of leaky roofs or busted pipes, and a faulty clothes…

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Dealing with Mold

Fungi are wonderful things when we are talking mushrooms or cheese. Fungi in your home, however, are a completely different story.

An infestation of mold often brings an unpleasant look and odor, not to mention health hazards for allergy and asthma sufferers. Where you see a spot of mold, there’s usually more lurking nearby, out of sight. Mold thrives in dark areas that have decent amounts of…

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How Long Can Carpet Be Wet?

How Long Can Carpet Be Wet?

This is a common question our technicians receive when we provide professional carpet cleaning to the greater Redding area. The IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification) sets the proper cleaning standards for our industry. According to them, it is recommended that drying take place within 6-8 hours but not to exceed 24 hours. Keeping drying time within this window…

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Does Steam Cleaning Cause Mold?

Does Steam Cleaning Cause Mold?

Many people are afraid of mold in or under their carpet, especially after the damp winter that California just experienced. Also, for those living in higher altitudes, snowmelt can present a problem if it’s right up against doors that do not have a good seal. But these circumstances all have to do with the weather, not with steam cleaning. Rest assured that if Preferred Carpet Care of Redding…

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