Carpet Cleaning in Holiday Apartments: How to Make Your Floors Shine After the Summer Season

When hiking boots are left in the hallway after a tour at Lauenensee or a hike around Lenk, they inevitably bring nature into the house. The summer season in Simmental and Saanenland is a time for experiences: open-air events in Gstaad, family excursions in Zweisimmen, and extensive mountain tours in the Vaud Alps. However, for the carpets in holiday apartments, this means a significant burden from dust, pollen, and stubborn dirt.

Why Summer Cleaning is Important

Especially in the warm months, when terrace doors in Schönried or Saanenmöser are often left open, more particles enter the textile fibers. Families with children running back and forth between the playground and the living room, as well as residues from sunscreen or spilled refreshments, leave their mark. Professional carpet cleaning is now essential to ensure hygiene for the next guests and to maintain the value of your property in the long term.

The Challenges of the Summer Season

• Fine Dust & Pollen: High concentrations due to the blooming nature in St. Stephan and Boltigen.
• Organic Stains: Grass stains, sweat, or residues from picnics.
• Mechanical Stress: Sand and small stones from hiking trails act like sandpaper on the fibers.

Proven Methods of Carpet Cleaning

Depending on the material and degree of soiling, different processes are used. As experts for the region from Erlenbach to Gstaad, we rely on material-friendly and effective techniques.

1. Spray Extraction (Deep Cleaning)

This is a standard method for most carpets in holiday accommodations in Lauenen or Feutersoey. Water and a special cleaning agent are injected into the carpet under pressure and vacuumed up again along with the dirt in the same operation.

*Advantage:* Thorough hygiene and removal of allergens.

2. Shampooing

For very heavy soiling, such as can occur after large events or in frequently used properties in Saanen, mechanical processing with brush machines helps. The foam loosens the dirt, which is vacuumed up after drying.

3. Dry Cleaning

This method is suitable when things need to be done quickly and the apartment in Därstetten or Weissenburg needs to be ready for occupancy again immediately. Here, a cleaning powder is worked in, which binds the dirt.

What Does Professional Carpet Cleaning Cost?

The costs for professional cleaning in Simmental and Saanenland depend on various factors. At Picobello, we value transparency.

• Billing: We charge by time spent at the hourly rates of CHF 62.50 to 80 exkl. MwSt. The time required depends on the degree of soiling and the chosen method.
• Material: Quality wool or hand-knotted carpets in chalets in Gstaad may require specialized, sometimes more expensive treatment than synthetic commercial goods.
• Additional Services: Additional impregnation (stain protection) is particularly recommended in summer and usually costs a small surcharge, but can help reduce cleaning costs in the long run.
• Minimum Order Value: There is an assignment fee of CHF 15. The journey is charged at CHF 0.80 per kilometer driven. Thanks to local cleaning staff, travel distances are usually short.

Tips for Holiday Apartment Owners in Summer

To keep your carpets clean longer between professional cleanings, we recommend the following measures:

1. Optimize Dirt Traps: Place effective floor mats in the indoor and outdoor entrance areas.

2. Regular Vacuuming: In high season, cleaning should be done at least twice a week with a brush vacuum to remove sand particles.

3. Immediate Help for Stains: Provide your guests with a gentle cleaning kit to address stains promptly.

Conclusion: Freshness for Your Chalet

A clean carpet contributes significantly to the well-being of your guests and supports positive reviews on booking portals. Take advantage of the warm temperatures and the short occupancy breaks between hiking weeks in Simmental and events in Saanenland to have your floors professionally prepared.

Do you want to make your holiday apartment shine for the next wave of guests.

Picobello Reinigungen GmbH is your local partner for cleanliness. Whether in Lenk, in Zweisimmen, or directly in Gstaad – we help ensure that your carpets look refreshed.

Contact us today for a non-binding quote.