We strive to look at green or environmentally safe cleaning claims from various angles.
The first would be Green Chemistry, which is the more straightforward aspect of Green
cleaning. Many carpet cleaning chemicals indeed contain detergents and solvents, many of
which can and do possess harmful carcinogens such as Naphthalene. Luckily the industry has
introduced several new products that are far more Environmentally conscious and water-
based.
The challenging aspect of Green carpet cleaning is the cleaning process itself. Suppose you
choose to use a truck-mounted unit with hot water extraction to provide the best possible
antimicrobial cleaning option. In that case, it will present the issues of exhaust with the
equipment and the disposal of waste. The waste can be disposed of in a manner set forth by
the EPA for proper filtration. The use of portables can be used to eliminate the exhaust
created by the truck mount. However, it will reduce the water pressure and heat
efficiency. Additional water heaters and wand passes can be used to mitigate this.
Many companies that provide Green Cleaning do so with low moisture or dry cleaning
solutions. These are viable options for certain customers but have their own limitations.
Capitol Carpet Maintenance is truly equipped to provide all possible cleaning options that
best meet the customer’s needs. A walk-through and conversation provides us the ability to
make the best possible recommendations to meet both your desires for clean floors and to
be eco-friendly.”
