Do you rake

 

 

 

 

9. Raking: In the IICRC S001 CARPET CLEANING STANDARD it states, although nap setting or grooming of the carpet has little to do with actual soil removal, it may affect the long-term performance of the carpet.

Un-groomed carpet in entry, pivot and high traffic areas could cause consumers to question the carpet’s performance (matting and crushing), or it might contribute to uneven wear in matted areas.

Grooming is essential for removing rotary swirls or wand marks in carpet. Moreover, grooming is essential for uniform distribution of carpet protectors or other post-cleaning additives when called for during finalizing procedures.

For this reason, grooming is included in the principles of cleaning. Also, it is essential on longer-pile designs, not only for appearance sake but also for proper drying.

Just do it right and stop looking for steps to to get out of.

9. Raking: In the IICRC S001 CARPET CLEANING STANDARD it states, although nap setting or grooming of the carpet has little to do with actual soil removal, it may affect the long-term performance of the carpet.

Ok, so that answers my question.  May affect the long-term performance.  Don't see how raking would have any thing to do with performance any ways.  Has noting to do with drying. If the carpet if vacuumed after would remove any cleaning marks.  So only advantage I'm seeing is for protectors (which I do) as far as a purpose other then cosmetic.  So it would be worth while to use the time to rake and spend more time cleaning, or at the next job.  My point is not being lazy if something makes a difference on the carpet getting cleaner I'll do it, but if it has no effect on getting cleaner carpet is a waste of time.  Like if you spray air freshener after you done.  May smell nice and clean but has no effect on cleaning.