8 Signs that Your Carpet Should be Replaced

1. Smell

Not all signs of an old, worn carpet are visual and easy to pick up. If the carpet has stains that have not been professionally cleaned, then it is likely that there are still particles trapped deep in the carpet causing it to smell. If your house is cold, you might notice that your carpet emits a nasty, damp smell especially if the carpet is old. This can be problematic not only for the people living in the house but for your guests too. The first step is to contact carpet cleaners and get it professionally cleaned but if you notice that your carpet still smells, then it’s a sign you should replace your carpet.

2. Allergies

Some side effects of having old carpet are tolerable because they can be covered up or removed, however there are consequences that are just a nuisance to live with. Carpets are a haven for dust, pollen, pet hair and other bacteria to accumulate. If you have allergies or asthma, they can be exacerbated by the build-up of particles causing you discomfort in your own house. Stay alert for regular colds or allergy symptoms that last longer than usual in your household. If you notice that the allergy symptoms have not disappeared even after the carpet has been professionally cleaned, then it’s a sign that bacteria and particles are imbedded so deeply in the carpet that it may now also be in the underlay too. Save yourself from sneezing and coughing all year long by replacing your carpet.

3. Stains

One of the oldest tricks in the book is to use rugs and even rearrange furniture to cover stains in the carpet. However, there may come a time when you have exhausted all the alternatives; and quite frankly, it’s a commonly used solution so chances are, your guests will know why there are so many rugs around the house. Don’t waste your money on buying any more cleaning products that just don’t cut it. It’s time to replace your carpet and get rid of all the unnecessary rugs and furniture that was once used to cover stains.

4. Mould

Accidental spills happen all the time and unfortunately, they don’t always dry properly – meaning there can still be traces of bacteria. Without you knowing, mould might be growing in or under your carpet. Obviously, mould releases an unpleasant smell, but there are also health risks that it could lead to for the people living in your house. Young children often play on the carpet thus making them especially prone to picking up illnesses caused by inhaling germs from the carpet. As always, the first line of defence is to consult a professional carpet cleaner. They can advise if the mould is irreversible and if you should replace your carpet.

5. Style

Perhaps you are considering giving your home a make-over? A good place to start is replacing the carpet as it can make a house look out-dated if the carpet is old, is pulling or bunching or even has some holes in it! It’s easy to make a house look newly renovated and on-trend with a new carpet. If you are looking to sell your house, it is also a good time to replace your carpets to increase the value and make it more appealing to potential buyers during your open home. Consult a professional carpet layer and carpet cleaning service so that you have all the correct information about maintenance of your carpet before choosing the right one.

6. Matting

Matted carpet is something that happens slowly overtime, so it might be hard to pick up on. You might be surprised at how matted your carpet actually is, however this is very common especially in areas with high foot traffic such as hallways, walkways, stairs and entrances. One way to see how matted your carpet is, is if you compare the hallway and walkways to carpet that is hardly walked on in your house. You’ll be reminded of how your carpet used to feel like. Matted carpet can feel very rough and unpleasant to walk on and you also lose a layer of insulation that thick plush carpets can provide. When you start to see your carpet matting, then you know that your carpet is on its last legs.

7. Padding

There are other tell-tale signs that your carpet is on its way out; not the way it looks or how it smells, but how it feels. Padding is crucial to keeping your carpet feeling plush for longer and extending its durability. If you feel that your carpet has lost its bounce and warmth, seek advice from a professional carpet layer to assess the quality of your padding when you replace your carpet.

8. Age

There are variables that make your carpet wear out faster such as the number of people who live in your house, how old they are, and the types of activities they do at home. A rule of thumb to remember is that carpets generally last between 5-15 years from the date they are installed. With that said, it is common for people not to change their carpets until well after 15 years. Remember, it is better to change your carpets within the recommended time frame so that you don’t risk damaging your carpet padding and forking out more money to replace the padding too.

If some of the 8 signs outlined above are applicable to your household, then it’s time to replace your carpet. Once you have chosen your new carpet, the key to getting the most out of it is to get it regularly cleaned by qualified carpet cleaning experts.

Drytron Carpet Dry Cleaning Services provides professional carpet cleaning in Melbourne and across Victoria, that can help maintain your new carpet to the highest quality and help you pick up on the 8 signs well before it is too late. Don’t put it off any longer, choose your carpet now and contact Drytron to schedule your first Carpet Dry Cleaning Booking.

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