Should I attempt this project myself?
When it comes to home improvement projects, this is a very important question to ask. It will affect your budget, overall sanity, and possibly quality of the work. DIY projects are becoming more and more popular as more people are answering yes to that question. While DIY is great in many situations, there are some instances where it is better leave the job to the professionals. Below we have listed important projects that you might not want to attempt on your own.
Plumbing Projects
Okay so you don’t have to find a plumber every time you have a small issue with a toilet or sink. However, if your project is going to need more than a few simple tools, it’s best you call your local plumber. It will save you time, cost, and many headaches.
Electrical Projects
Go ahead and switch out that dead lightbulb, and feel free to flip that breaker. But beyond this, go get a licensed professional to get any electrical work done. We shouldn’t need to explain why this is so important. But just in case you don’t know, wiring in your homes can be complex and deadly if proper steps aren’t taken. No matter the situation, if ever in doubt, call an electrician!
Carpet Cleaning
Do you need a professional carpet cleaner to vacuum your living room everyday? Absolutely not! But there is a lot hiding in your carpet that your vacuum isn’t going to be able to reach. Plus, when pet stains or even food stain are involved, forget about trying to remove it on your own. Even if you get a little green machine, you may end up doing more harm than good by just masking stains for a time. Instead, you can call in a professional carpet cleaning company for stain removal and routine cleanings every 6-12 months. Don’t just choose any carpet cleaning crew though. Here is why you need to avoid the steam carpet cleaning companies.
Steam cleaners are notorious for using hot water, soap, and detergents to saturate your carpets and make them appear clean. However, this over-saturation leaves your carpets damp for multiple days and creates a breeding ground for mold and mildew. Their process, by design, use hot water filled with soap and detergents to saturate your carpets and give the appearance of a surface clean. The over-saturation of carpets leaves them wet for up to 1-2 days. The leftover soap will attract dirt like a magnet. Consequently, your carpets will end up getting dirty much faster than before!
The Chem-Dry Difference
Professional carpet cleaning from the team here at Chinook Chem-Dry is the best way to guarantee that your carpets are truly clean and healthy for your family. Chem-Dry’s carpet cleaning technicians use a proprietary Hot Carbonating Extraction (HCE) cleaning process that provides a deeper, longer lasting clean for a healthier home.
Chem-Dry’s revolutionary process means a few things:
- Faster dry times. The HCE method requires 80% less water than usual steam cleaners. With us, carpet dries in hours, not days.
- Long-lasting clean carpets. HCE uses carbonation power to thoroughly penetrate the base of your carpets and lift dirt and grime.
- A healthier home. HCE is completely gentle and effective. An independent lab studied Chem-Dry’s unique HCE process and discovered that it can help remove non-living allergens* from carpets and upholstery.
We understand that sometimes DIY may be your best option in certain situations. Just remember, if the project could hurt the value of your home, cause damage or require a pro to clean up the mess…think twice and don’t be afraid to call in a pro in the first place!
