We have provided some references to other websites that might be useful for people looking for more tips and free advice on carpet cleaning.
Key Resources:
Angieslist – An overview of pricing and standards nationally.
Stanley Steemer – Stanley Steemer International website features over 300 locations in 48 states.
Chem Dry – Chem Dry boasts over 4000 locations worldwide for their carpet and upholstery cleaning business.
Zero Rez - Alkaline water carpet cleaning company.
IICRC – Website for the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification.
Sears Clean – Sears “Blue Service Crew” offers service nationwide throughout the continental US.
Resourcelinks Business Directory – business directories for local resources.
DOL News Release – News release from the Department of Labor on fines levied to a Southern California cleaning service.
COIT - One of the largest national and international specialty cleaning and restoration companies in the world with franchises in the United States, Canada and Thailand.
Washable Fabric Cleaning Tips – General suggestions for washable fabrics and regular carpet cleaning, professional care, and maintenance from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Center for Disease Control – CDC website describing respiratory illness caused by misuse of carpet shampoo aerosolized by employees walking on it.
State of Michigan Website – PDF document from the State of Michigan’s website on how carpet cleaning wastewater should be regulated and handled.
Carpet Care Tips – General carpet cleaning and care tips from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln.
Wastewater Quality Guidelines – Water quality guidelines for carpet cleaning and how to properly dispose of and filter wastewater from the EPA web site.