Wet Carpet Drying

Auckland Wet Carpet Drying Services

carpet dryingSince 1988, Auckland Carpet Steam n Dry has used our proprietary truck-mount hot-water extraction process to extract flood restoration and wet carpet drying in West Auckland, North Shore, East, and South Auckland Central.

24/7 Emergency Water Extraction & Flood Damage Restoration.

Steam N Dry Carpet Cleaning Auckland is licensed and insured for your protection and can serve residential and commercial customers. In addition to the quality floor, upholstery, mattress, and air duct cleaning, we offer Emergency Water and Flood Damage Restoration and wet carpet drying. Water damage can occur for many reasons, from burst water heaters and pipes to floods to overflowing sinks, to name a few. Disaster can strike anytime, but when it does, you want to start the water extraction and drying before mould and other structural damage occurs. The excellent news is Steam n Dry Carpet Cleaning Auckland is available 24/7 for emergency cleaning, restoration and wet carpet drying.

  • Carpet steam cleaning
  • Carpet Cleaning
  • Tile & Hard Surface
  • Cleaning Upholstery
  • Cleaning Pet Stains and Odour Control
  • 24-Hour Emergency Service
  • Water Damage Remediation

Wet Carpet Drying

When our homes suffer from flooding, leaking, and other disasters leading to unwanted water entry, We find ourselves weighed down by having wet carpets. Having a damp rug is big trouble. The presence of water on the carpet can be very destructive. Consider that mats are usually made from absorbent; the moisture stays there for an extended period. It can encourage the development and reproduction of moulds and mildew. To avoid further deterioration in West Auckland, North Shore, East, and South Auckland Central, you will need wet carpet drying right after it comes in contact with water.

Being up against a problem like this tempts us to pick up the phone and call Auckland Carpet Cleaning resident professional carpet cleaners at once. A few times, homeowners who have encountered a water carpet problem probably have the carpet cleaners’ number on speed dial. But although this is undeniably the most comfortable and convenient way to address the predicament, this solution also comes with a steep price. Hiring professionals to do the job will save your hands, however. Therefore, you can follow these easy, do-it-yourself tricks and protect your carpet and savings.

Wet Carpet Drying Tips

1. Assess the Damage

Before making any rash decision, evaluate the extent of water damage on your carpet. If the rug is only slightly wet, generally allow it to dry for a few hours. But when the carpet is saturated, use a vacuum to dry it. Understanding the problem will make it easier to choose the most effective remedy.

2. Vacuum The Saturated Areas

Remove that vacuum in the closet if you find the carpet very wet. Dry all the affected areas of the rug. Give attention to those areas significantly affected by flooding or leaking. Take breaks when required, but wait to put the vacuum away until the carpet is completely dry.

3. Employ Other Drying Equipment

If using the vacuum is not adequate to dry the carpet or takes an unusually long time, you can also use electric fans and dehumidifiers—both of these pieces of equipment work by sucking out the moisture and evaporating. You can, however, skip this task if you do not have the equipment at home. You don’t have to rent or purchase them.

4. Wet Carpet Drying – Take The Carpet Out To The Sun

Indeed, you can now remove the carpet from its tacks to bring it out for air drying. You can leave the carpet in the driveway or the yard, allowing the sun and wind to speed up the drying process. Allow the rug to lie flat so as not to have wrinkles or waves once it dries out. Select a location with a wide-open space where nothing blocks the wind and the sunlight.

5. Clean And Then Disinfect

When the carpet is dry, please look at all its parts. Thus, please look at the Could you try to find any remaining stains and dirt? To ensure the rug is germ-free, apply a deodorising or sanitising solution. It is excellent, especially when the rug is submerged in floodwaters, which carry many germs and bacteria. Disinfecting the carpet is essential to avoid diseases among the home’s residents in West Auckland, North Shore, East, and South Auckland.

6. Be Safe At All Times

Indeed, a wet carpet can be a breeding place for germs and bacteria—exercise safety and hygiene when cleaning on your own. Wear hand gloves and face masks as needed.

These are six quick strategies when wet carpet drying. All required are regular home appliances and extra effort to save the damp carpet.

Contact Us ☎

📞North Shore            09 489 7784
📞West Auckland        09 8374545
📞East Auckland          09 520 0062
📞South Auckland       09 262 0720

 

Updated Last: March/03/2024 By  Graeme Stephens