There are several answers as well as considerations you need to consider regarding how often you should clean your carpets. They are what I call blanket answers. Answers that are designer to cover everyone. The problem being there is really no one answer that is realistic for everyone.  All the major carpet manufacturers recommend every carpet should be cleaned on an annual basis but require that all carpets are professionally cleaned at least once every two years to keep the warranty in f...

  I will explain to you the facts and any advantages or disadvantages with the cleaning of any area carpets either in your home or sent out to be cleaned in a plant. I believe with over 50 years of experience and having my own carpet and upholstery cleaning business for over 45 years makes me extremely qualified to answer this once and for all.  There are several factors to consider. First and most importantly is the type of rug to be cleaned. There are many area rugs that are nothin...