Cleaning Your Tile & Grout
What you should know
Professional tile and grout cleaning is a great way to keep your home clean and safe.
Why?
In time, your tile & grout become dingy-looking. But more importantly, grout is especially porous, meaning it is very easy for dirt, bacteria, and germs to get trapped inside. Areas regularly exposed to water (such as the bathroom and kitchen) are especially vulnerable. Mold, mildew, and limescale build-up under tiles, and their firm bond to the underlying surface loosens. When this happens, water seeps in and this can lead to quite costly water damage. Once tiles loosen, they require repair. One fool-proof preventative measure is a simple professional cleaning!
Cracks
When your technician inspects the flooring prior to the cleaning, he will take note of the current condition of your grout. Cracks may be present due to the movement of the substrate, installation, and mixing issues. If your grout is cracking, some sections that have broken loose due to these cracks could be blasted out by high-pressure cleaning and vacuuming.
Sealing
Sealing your grout is a vital step in the longevity of your tile. If left unsealed, grout will absorb water, bacteria, and stains. Adding a sealer protects your grout so that it’s waterproof and will repel the moisture and germs it is so often exposed to. It also helps prolong the look, texture, and consistency of your grout.