If you want to keep your home clean and safe, it's important to make sure your carpets are kept clean and in good order. There are a number of problems that can arise when you don't have your carpets and rugs cleaned on a regular basis. People with asthma will find that keeping carpets clean is the best way to keep dust levels down in a home. Even people who don't suffer from asthma will find that keeping dust down can help keep away many respiratory issues. Using a professional for the work is an important aspect to keep in mind. Professionals come with professional tools that you may not have access to as a general consumer. Your contractor should have a lot of experience, but they should also have their own cleaning essentials. When you find the right contractor, you should walk through some ground rules for being in your home. You should understand that your carpets are just another job to someone who may be having a very busy day. The contractor may want to just get through the job and move on. You shouldn't feel awkward laying down ground rules for being in your home.