Similar to associations, there are several groups available for carpet cleaners that work to provide support to this field. These groups allow professionals to share experiences and insights with like-minded colleagues in what often becomes an all-inclusive community. These groups often meet either online or in real life, and sometimes both, depending on your location and the type of group. There are endless groups available to join for free on social media such as Facebook or through specific groups that you can search and join, sharing resources and friendships. Websites such as Meetup allow you to search for industry-specific meetups in your local area, allowing carpet cleaners and cleaners of all fields to come together in one place. As with associations, cleaning communities provide a less formal method of congregating and supporting one another as professionals.

Check out Facebook Groups for Carpet Cleaners:

Professional Carpet Cleaning

House cleaning services near me

Carpet Cleaners Lounge

Carpet cleaning equipment buy sell trade

CARPET CLEANING

Spot Clean Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning. Western Cape.

Carpet Cleaning World

Carpet Cleaning Professionals Forum

Carpet Cleaning Sales / Marketing / Business Advice / Networking

Carpet Cleaners Union

Carpet Cleaning Networking And Advice

IICRC Certified Carpet Cleaners and Restoration Technicians *non-official*

LMCCA – Low Moisture Carpet Cleaners Association

FOR SALE CARPET CLEANING EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES NEW AND USED AND MORE

commercial carpet cleaners page

Carpet cleaning services

CLEANING EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES – Buy / Sell / Trade

Cleaning Services & Supplies PH

ELITE CARPET CLEANING

Carpet and upholstery cleaning Somerset and dorset

Sparkle And Shine Cleaning and Maintenance Services

Lindsey’s House Cleaning And Organzing Services

Diamond Shine Carpet And Oven Cleaning

Carpet Re-Fresh Cleaning Services.

Professional Cleaners USA

Ollies Carpet Cleaning

Kellie’s Cleaning Services

Classified: Cleaning Services

ON CALL FEMALE CLEANERS READY VISA URGENT HIRING

CARPET AND RUG CLEANING EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

Cleaning Service Canada ?? & USA ??

Australian Carpet Cleaners

EXTRACTION MASTER CARPET AND UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

birmingham carpet cleaning services

The Carpet Cleaners Page

Bruce’s Oven Cleaning

Carpet & Rug Classifieds

Cleaning your home

Rainbow Vacuum Cleaner Group USA & Others

Carpet Cleaners Page Uk

Professional Mattresses, Carpets & Sofas Cleaning Services @ RM50

PERFECT CLEANING GEORGIA SERVICES L.L.C. ????

TruckMountForums: Carpet Cleaning Professionals

Cleaning Marketing

Cleaners reviews townsville

Carpet Cleaning Machines For Sale UK

House Cleaning Services & Painting Services In Singapore

Cleaning Services

Carpet Cleaners, Restoration Buy & Sell

SOS CARPET CLEANING SERVICES

Let’s Talk Cleaning – LEGENDARY CARPET, TILE AND RUG CLEANERS AND MORE

professional sofa cleaning service

Cleaners & Cleaning Services London

Cleaning Mums

CLEANERS Queensland

Cleaner Cleaning

Xtreme Carpet Cleaning services

Cleaners Connect

Sisters@work Cleaning services

Cleaning Business Owners Australia (CBOA)

Australian Carpet Cleaners Page

The Commercial Cleaners Forum

Eco Steam Cleaning Services

Car Cleaning

The Carpet Queen (Dips Dirty Carpet Cleaners)

Shake ‘n’ Scent (carpet/mattress cleaner and Freshner)

UK Used Cleaning Equipment. Buy, Sell Or Swap

VLM Carpet Cleaners Lounge

Bendigo Cleaners and Gardeners

Mattress Cleaning and Sanitizing

UK Carpet Cleaners Advice

New Zealand Carpet Cleaners

VIP CARPET CLEANING, SETTEE,VEHICLE VALETING

Carpet Cleaning Page

Canadian Detailers & Carpet Cleaners

Tile and Grout Cleaning Tips

Domestic Cleaner/Housekeeper/Manicure/make-up(London)

Best Earwax Removal, Ear Wax Bug

A Quest for Cleaner Living

Carpet Cleaners, Water, Fire, and Mold Damage network

Pad Life – For All Things VLM (Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning)

Waldo’s Wonderful Carpet Cleaning World

Carpet and Tile Cleaning Questions and Answers

Melbourne Cleaning Community

Flooring Installers “USA”

Clean Living with Tarah

Airbnb Professional Cleaners

Carpet Pythons

Cleaner Get Leaner

Perth Carpet Cleaners Network

Jungle Carpet Pythons, U.S.

Parapet cleaning company ltd Nairobi.

Rainbow Vacuum Group USA/Worldwide

Kirby Vacuum Cleaner Group USA/Worldwide

Speak English Clearly and Naturally.

Kirby Vacuum Cleaner Fan Club for all!

Robotic Pool Cleaners

In an ever changing and fast paced world, there is often not enough time to strike a balance between work, family, and a social life, let alone time to clean the house. As such, all fields of home cleaning are rapidly expanding as time for cleaning is shrinking. Carpet cleaning is no different.

The main job requirements of a carpet cleaner are to:

• Analyze the proper cleaning method of a range of carpeting materials
• Administration duties
• Cleaning of a range of different carpets
• Be familiar with the proper use of industry machinery
• Spot treatments
• Reduce allergens in the air of a home

There are specific government mandated regulations to becoming a carpet cleaner. This may vary based on the type of business being conducted and for whom. As such, it is important to conduct research into each to find the best option for your career.

Resources to help in starting or expanding your Carpet Cleaner career:

• Carpet Cleaner Associations
• Carpet Cleaner School and Certification
• Carpet Cleaner Social Groups

In order to become a carpet cleaner, specific licensing is required. Most employers require individuals to have a minimum of a certificate in the field of carpet cleaning. The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is a nationally recognised carpet cleaning training and certifications organization. In some states certifications such as the one provided by the IICRC are enough to practice as a carpet cleaner, whilst other states require further licensing permits for the business. Some states require individuals to undertake state licensing exams to become both certified and registered as a cleaner. This may vary for those practicing as a private business to those working within a larger company. It is important to research individual state requirements to further information into these requirements.

Carpet cleaning is an important aspect for many commercial comapnies and has grown in momentum over the years. Associations have developed to represent those professionals in the industry, and to help regulate and promote ongoing learning and career opportunities. Associations allow individual professionals to come together and create a unified voice, offer support and advice to professionals both new and experienced, and the creation, collaboration and sharing of resources. By joining an association, a carpet cleaner can feel supported, encouraged, and engaged in the community of professionals.

The carpet industry in the United States began in 1791 when William Sprague started the first woven carpet mill in Philadelphia. Others opened during the early 1800s in New England. 

In 1839, Erastus Bigelow permanently changed the industry with the invention of the power loom for weaving carpets. Bigelow’s loom, which doubled carpet production the first year after its creation and tripled it by 1850, is now part of the Smithsonian Institution’s collections.

How to Join The Carpet and Rug Institute, Inc.

To learn more about CRI membership, download the CRI Membership Benefits Brochure on the website linked below, or call Membership Services at (706) 428-2114.

Resources for The Carpet and Rug Institute, Inc.

Location: 100 S Hamilton St, Dalton, GA 30720, United States

Website: https://carpet-rug.org/

Email: communications@carpet-rug.org

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beauty.of.carpet/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarpetandRugInstitute/

The National Carpet Cleaners Association is the only nationally recognised trade association devoted to cleaning carpets, hard flooring and soft furnishings.

The NCCA membership consists of insured companies and trained technicians that follow a Code of Practice and are recommended for a full range of services related to the carpet and upholstery cleaning industry.

How to Join The National Carpet Cleaners Association

NCCA members are trained professionals and can undertake work in many industry related areas

For more information email the association at info@donningtonclean.com

Resources for The National Carpet Cleaners Association

Website: http://www.donningtonclean.com/

Email: info@donningtonclean.com

Their mission is to increase awareness and knowledge of low moisture carpet cleaning methods to gain world-wide acceptance of the benefits of low-moisture carpet cleaning systems used by professional carpet cleaning technicians to provide the best possible carpet cleaning system dictated by the carpet itself and its unique environment.

How to Join Low Moisture Carpet Cleaners Association

To join, visit https://lmcca.org/my-account

Resources for Low Moisture Carpet Cleaners Association

Location: PO Box 342 Grandview, Missouri 64030

Website: https://www.lmcca.org/

Email: info@lmcca.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/58448950840/

The classes offered at Carpet Cleaning Academy teach students how to build a successful business. All of your clients, new or returning will appreciate that you enrolled in a class to serve them better. This hands-on training helps you understand all terminology for carpet cleaning. If you are considering opening a small business and want to learn how easy and low cost it is to get started, consider one of these classes. 

Training Programs at Carpet Cleaning Academy

• Carpet Cleaning Training Program
• Price Range: Check website for updated details.

Resources for Carpet Cleaning Academy

• Phone: (800) 209-1750
• Website: http://carpetcleaningacademy.com/
• Email: carpetcleaningacademy@yahoo.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Carpet-Cleaning-Academy-425503370862608/

The IICRC-approved Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT) course teaches the art and science of carpet cleaning to professional service providers, as well as others in related industries. The focus is on practical application, identifying fiber, yarn and carpet constructions, style types and finishes, soiling conditions, cleaning science and methodology, and other issues involving installed broadloom carpet. When coupled with on-the-job training and field experience, students should be ready to perform carpet cleaning techniques and procedures or pursue further training in other IICRC-approved courses that require CCT as a prerequisite. The course is designed to cover pre-inspection, fabric identification, basic cleaning chemicals and equipment, and proper cleaning techniques and procedures with a residential and light commercial emphasis.

This is a 2-day course covering 14 hours, not including exam time, lunch and breaks.

Training Programs at Pro Line Carpet Maintenance Supply

• Carpet Cleaning Technician
• Price Range: Check website for updated details.

Resources for Pro Line Carpet Maintenance Supply

• Phone: (916) 339-3033
• Website: https://www.prolinesupply.com/store/cct-carpet-cleaning-technician.html
• Email: info@prolinesupply.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Pro-Line-Carpet-Maintenance-Supply-124419770933949/

Learn, test and earn the IICRC Basic Skills diploma. This four-hour course can be downloaded and taught at your facility.

The 100-page training manual and two slide presentations with 139 slides are downloadable for $169. Training program is designed as a seminar to be shown at your facility. Test and IICRC diploma cost is extra per student.

Training Programs at National Pro Clean Corp.

• Carpet Cleaning Training Program
• Price Range: Starting at $169

Resources for National Pro Clean Corp.

• Phone: (719) 598-5112
• Website: https://nationalproclean.com/carpet-cleaning-training-program/
• Email: gary@nationalproclean.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/National-Pro-Clean-Corp-405856949450632/