05/05/2026
HOW TO NOT HIRE US:
After 35 years of walking into Colorado homes, we've seen it all. And we can tell within about 30 seconds which houses have been loved and which ones... haven't.
The truth is, a little consistency goes a long way. So here are 3 things that will genuinely keep your carpets cleaner longer — and keep us away for as long as possible.
(We'll survive. Probably.)
1. Vacuum more than you think you need to.
Most people vacuum once a week. Carpet pros recommend twice a week in high-traffic areas — and if you have pets or kids, make it every other day. Dirt is abrasive. Every step grinds it deeper into the fiber. The vacuum is your first line of defense. Use it.
2. Stop using store-bought spot cleaners.
We know. The bottle says "professional strength." It is not professional strength. Most grocery store cleaners leave behind a sticky residue that acts like a dirt magnet — your spot comes back darker than before, every time. We recommend Mrs. Mati's No BS Spot Cleaner. Does what it says. No residue, no mystery chemicals, no regrets.
3. Take your shoes off at the door.
Sounds simple. It is simple. Studies show the average shoe sole carries 421,000 bacteria — plus oils, gravel, and whatever that was in the parking lot. A no-shoes policy is the single easiest thing you can do for your carpet's lifespan. Put a little bench and a basket by the door. Make it easy on yourself.
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Do all three and your carpets will last longer, look better, and need us a whole lot less.
And when the day finally comes that you do need us? We'll be here. 😄
303-670-1020 · xlcarpetcare.com
Evergreen's premier Carpet Care Company for 30 years and counting. We service carpets & rugs, tile & grout, upholstery, and more!