Spring Cleaning Checklist: Why Carpets Need More Than Vacuuming

Why Spring Is a Good Time

After a winter of muddy shoes, closed windows and more time spent indoors, spring is when carpets often need the most attention — and good weather makes it easier to ventilate rooms while carpets dry.

What Vacuuming Misses

• Dirt and allergens trapped deep in the carpet pile
• Ground-in stains from winter months
• Dust mites, which thrive in carpets that aren’t deep cleaned regularly
• Odours that build up gradually and become unnoticeable to those living in the home

A Simple Spring Carpet Checklist

• Move furniture and check for marks or stains underneath
• Check curtains and rugs at the same time — many specialists offer these as add-ons
• Book a professional clean before the warmer months when windows can stay open to help drying