Yep, you sure do need to clean your carpets, flooring, and upholstery, and here’s why. Every day dirt and debris get repeatedly tracked into our homes, and it settles on floors and furniture surfaces. Over time that dirt and debris works itself deeper and deeper into the carpet fiber, even sinking below into the padding and sub-flooring. (Same goes for furniture upholstery.) This dirt can harbor foul odors, allergens, and bacteria. It is also abrasive to carpet fiber, breaking it down and degrading the quality over time. Integrating a healthy habit of regular carpet cleaning into your home care routine prolongs the life of your carpet and removes the primary culprit behind unwanted odors, allergens, and bacteria.