Many factors contribute to the quality of the air in your home.

One often overlooked contributor is the cleanliness of your carpets.

While carpets add warmth and comfort to our living spaces, they can also play a significant role in influencing the quality of air that we breathe. And poor air quality can lead to various health issues, including respiratory problems, allergies and general fatigue.

Here are some of the potential negative affects that dirty carpets can have on air quality and how they can be negated.

Allergic symptoms

Carpets are very effective at harbouring allergens.

Dust mites, pet dander and hair can accumulate in carpet fibres over time, particularly in damp environments, contributing to poor air quality.

Professional cleaning can remove these harmful allergens.

Mold and bacteria

Carpets in damp or humid environments can be susceptible to mold and the growth of bacteria.

Mold spores released into the air can lead to respiratory problems and exacerbate any existing respiratory and health conditions.

While professional cleaning is important, it is vital that that the machinery used is of sufficient power to extract excess moisture from your carpets.

Invest in regular professional carpet cleaning

An annual professional carpet clean is important for preventing the buildup of allergens and pathogens.

While it helps to vacuum regularly, only a full hot water extraction clean can remove mold, bacteria and dust mites.

Ensure adequate ventilation

Adequate ventilation is essential to reduce the chance of damp and to reduce the concentration of indoor pollutants.

Ensure good airflow by opening windows and doors and fitting fans in areas prone to moisture such as bathrooms and kitchens.

Can we help improve the air quality in your home?

While carpets initially serve as effective filters and contribute to a comfortable living environment, they also harbor increasing allergens over time that can potentially release harmful substances.

By implementing a regular cleaning schedule, and ventilating your home, you’ll enjoy all the benefits of fresh carpets without compromising the air quality in your home.

We work throughout South Wales, providing our carpet cleaning services in Swansea, Cardiff, Bridgend, Newport and The Rhondda.

Contact us today for a free quotation.