--- title: "Essential Home Care Tips: Professional Cleaning Advice for Somerset Homeowners" description: Expert home care cleaning tips from Somerset's trusted professionals. Learn how to maintain carpets, upholstery & floors between professional cleans. 35+ years' experience. 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After 37 years serving Somerset, Bath, and Bristol, we've learned what works best for keeping homes fresh between professional cleans. Here are our top home care tips to help you maintain your carpets, upholstery, and floors.   ## Daily Carpet Care: Prevention is Key The best way to extend the life of your carpets is to prevent dirt from settling in the first place. Place doormats at all entrances and encourage family members to remove shoes indoors. This simple habit can reduce the amount of dirt, grit, and outdoor contaminants by up to 80%. Vacuum high-traffic areas at least twice weekly, and don't rush—slow, overlapping passes allow your vacuum to pick up more embedded dirt. For homes with pets or children, daily vacuuming in main living areas makes a significant difference.   [CLICK HERE for a Professional Clean](https://www.sheenservices1988.com/contact-sheen-services-somerset-cleaning-quote)   ## Tackling Spills Immediately When accidents happen, speed is your best friend. Blot—never rub—fresh spills with a clean, white cloth. Rubbing pushes the stain deeper into carpet fibres and can damage the pile. For common culprits like tea, coffee, or wine, blot up as much liquid as possible, then apply a small amount of cold water from the outside of the stain inward. Avoid over-wetting, as this can lead to mould growth or backing damage. If the stain persists after your initial treatment, it's time to call in the professionals—our WOOLSAFE-approved team has the expertise and products to handle even stubborn stains safely.   ## Upholstery Maintenance Between Professional Cleans Your sofas and chairs benefit from regular vacuuming using your upholstery attachment. This removes surface dust, pet hair, and allergens before they settle deep into the fabric. Rotate cushions regularly to ensure even wear, and keep upholstered furniture out of direct sunlight to prevent fading. For leather furniture, wipe with a slightly damp cloth weekly and condition every 6-12 months to prevent cracking.   [CLICK HERE for a Professional Clean](https://www.sheenservices1988.com/contact-sheen-services-somerset-cleaning-quote)   ## Hard Floor Care: The Right Approach for Each Surface Different floors require different care. For tile floors, sweep or vacuum daily to prevent grit from scratching the surface, then mop weekly with a pH-neutral cleaner. Avoid harsh chemicals that can damage grout or sealant. Hardwood and laminate floors need gentler treatment—use a barely damp mop and dry immediately to prevent water damage. Never use steam mops on laminate, as the heat and moisture can cause warping.   ## When to Call the Professionals While regular home maintenance is essential, professional cleaning provides a deeper clean that home equipment simply can't match. We recommend professional carpet cleaning annually for most homes, or every 6 months for high-traffic households or homes with pets. Our hot water extraction method—recommended by leading manufacturers including Axminster, Brintons, and Wilton—removes embedded dirt, allergens, and bacteria that regular vacuuming misses. As a WOOLSAFE-approved operator in the Mendip area, we have the expertise to care for your most delicate carpets and upholstery safely.   [CLICK HERE for a Professional Clean](https://www.sheenservices1988.com/contact-sheen-services-somerset-cleaning-quote)   ![Close-up of hands in protective gloves professionally cleaning upholstery fabric on a sofa, spray bottle and microfiber cloth visible, detailed fabric texture, professional cleaning technique demonstration, clean and hygienic setting, educational home care image](https://eu.chat-img.sintra.ai/f2bca164-d574-4cd4-8331-fcecbc8d73b9/1423612c-b95e-47d4-8e63-a2554cbbd250/image.png?w=1024&h=1024)   ## The Sheen Services Guarantee We've been trusted by Somerset families since 1988 because we stand behind our work. Every job comes with our 100% no-risk guarantee and 10-day spot return promise. 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