Scotchgard stain protection in Calgary

Is Scotchgard worth it? Here is when stain protection makes sense for your carpet or furniture.

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Stain protection

Is Scotchgard worth it?

Scotchgard is relatively expensive, so adding it to a clean is not always worthwhile. If your carpet or upholstery is near the end of its life, save the money for a replacement. It makes sense in these three cases.

Your carpet is stain-free and you want a layer of protection in case of accidents
Your furniture has sentimental value and you want it to stay presentable
Your household is hard on furniture, like a dog on the couch or a toddler with snacks

Great forClean carpetSentimental furniturePet ownersBusy families

Steam Genie cleaner spraying and wiping a cream carpet

Be honest with yourself

When it is worth it and when to skip it

Worth adding

Clean carpet or furniture with plenty of life left
Pet owners and busy families
Furniture you want to keep presentable
Light colours that show every spill

Probably skip

Carpet near the end of its life
Rentals you are about to replace
Furniture you plan to replace soon
Anything already heavily stained

The difference

Protected vs unprotected fabric

With ScotchgardWithout

SpillsLiquids tend to sit on the surface longer, giving you time to blotSoak straight into the fibres

Stain removalUsually easier to lift out at homeOften needs a professional clean

CostAdds 15% to your appointmentNo extra charge

Best time to applyRight after a professional cleanNot applicable

What it costs

Scotchgard adds 15%

Stain protection adds 15% to your appointment price.

Stain protection

Added to carpet or upholstery cleaning

Example: $300 bookingAdds$45
Example: $200 bookingAdds$30
Example: $100 bookingAdds$15

Book and add protection

Ask for it when you book or when we arriveNo pressure, no upselling

Adding it

How it fits into your appointment

Book your cleanChoose carpet, upholstery or rug cleaning as usual.
Add stain protectionTick it on the booking page, or just tell us by call or text.
We protect after cleaningProtection goes on after your items are clean, so it works on a fresh surface.
Enjoy easier spillsKeep blotting spills quickly. Protection buys you time, not a free pass.

Good to know

Scotchgard stain protection questions

How much does Scotchgard cost?

Scotchgard protection adds 15% to the appointment price. For example, a $300 carpet or upholstery booking would add $45.

Is Scotchgard worth it?

Sometimes. It is worth it on clean carpet, on furniture you want to protect and in homes that are hard on furniture. If your carpet or upholstery is near the end of its life, skip it.

How do I add it?

Ask for it when you book, or tell the technician when we arrive.

Will you try to upsell me?

No. We have a zero-pressure policy and generally do not upsell it.

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