Schedule professional hot water extraction every 3-6 months to remove embedded allergens from carpets Request hypoallergenic, fragrance-free cleaning solutions to avoid introducing new irritants Ensure carpets dry within 24 hours to prevent mould growth in damp fibres and padding Replace high-pile carpeting with low-pile options or hard-surface flooring to reduce allergen reservoirs Use washable slipcovers on upholstered furniture for easy weekly laundering and allergen removal Pro Tip Run fans and open windows after professional carpet cleaning to accelerate drying and prevent mould growth in humid Vancouver conditions
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