After a suitable dwell time, use a carpet extractor to remove the excess foam and the suspended soils. Once the carpet is thoroughly dry, you may need to vacuum to extract any remaining detergent residue. The expected drying time is one to three hours; however, it can be longer for any heavily soiled areas.

Remember, these are specific carpet cleaning methods and do not include the "start to finish" procedures that are necessary for successful cleaning. Routine vacuuming, pre-conditioning and other procedures are essential parts of the cleaning process. The particular carpet cleaning method that works for one building may not be suitable for another. Carpets should be cleaned before a soiled traffic lane appears. A carpet that is extremely soiled may result in irreversible damage. Do your homework as the carpets in different buildings may need different types of care. A well cared for carpet not only keeps your customers buildings looking good, but also keeps your cash flowing!

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