Some input on carpet extractors

imported_wagsjr

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I've always done carpets by hand with a shop vac. So I'm in the

market for a hot water carpet extractor after seeing it in action.



I'm not familiar with brands or what is best. I don't do high volume

but I run a cash business on the side. So I don't think I need a huge

one.



Where is the best place to start looking. Nothing on craigslist right now in my area
 
I have the Mytee Lite II and it is pretty good...of the three extractors I have had it is the best one yet. My only complaint is that I have only had it for 3 months and periodically the heater does not seem to heat up the water like it should even after performing the recommended heat cycle.



You can generally do 1 complete interior with one tank, but the machine is still small enough that it is easy to transport for mobile jobs.
 
JPostal said:
I have the Mytee Lite II and it is pretty good...of the three extractors I have had it is the best one yet. My only complaint is that I have only had it for 3 months and periodically the heater does not seem to heat up the water like it should even after performing the recommended heat cycle.

I've had my Lite II for a while now and haven't experienced that. Where'd you get yours from ?
 
WAS said:
I've had my Lite II for a while now and haven't experienced that. Where'd you get yours from ?



Eshine. I tried contacting Mytee tech support a few days ago and no reply yet...
 
JPostal said:
Eshine. I tried contacting Mytee tech support a few days ago and no reply yet...

That's where mine's from. Only issue I have with mine is the auto-shut off on the pump doesn't work anymore, I think it's because there's a slight leak within the tank, enough so that the pump thinks the trigger is being pulled. Not a huge deal, and I should fix it, I just enjoy procrastinating, lol.



But not to hijack the thread, to the OP: Mytee does make excellent extractors. For the price, I don't think you'll find much better.
 
Its all about inches of lift and heating when looking for an extractor



My ML2 has the same issue as WAS, you might notice that if you don't plug in the solution hose the pump won't run. I think its a leak in the hose or couplers. I've had mine for about 3 yrs, the heater temp varies a bunch over the time in use. If you truly want the hottest water (which is best for cleaning) I have to wait a lot.



I use my steamer to agitate the chemical into the carpet and that heat makes a HUGE difference in cleaning ability, I then extract with a fiber rinse and hot water extractor.



Cheers,

GREG
 
Greg Nichols said:
Its all about inches of lift and heating when looking for an extractor



My ML2 has the same issue as WAS, you might notice that if you don't plug in the solution hose the pump won't run. I think its a leak in the hose or couplers. I've had mine for about 3 yrs, the heater temp varies a bunch over the time in use. If you truly want the hottest water (which is best for cleaning) I have to wait a lot.



I use my steamer to agitate the chemical into the carpet and that heat makes a HUGE difference in cleaning ability, I then extract with a fiber rinse and hot water extractor.



Cheers,

GREG



For nasty carpets that's what I do too...pre-treat with carpet cleaner or APC, agitate with steamer, extract with hot water extractor, and then try to dry as quickly as possible. I'm still waiting for WAS to hook me up with a proper drying fan!
 
This what i use ;)



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[quote name='wagsjr']i've always done carpets by hand with a shop vac. So i'm in the

market for a hot water carpet extractor after seeing it in action.



I'm not familiar with brands or what is best. I don't do high volume

but i run a cash business on the side. So i don't think i need a huge

one.





There are a number of considerations to take into account when purchasing an extractor:



1. How much can you afford to spend. Prices for commerical units range from $800 to $2000

2. Capacity - how many cars do you do per day. You want a unit with sufficient capacity so you do not have to refill all the time.

3. Suction- you have a choice of either a 2 stage vacuum motor or a 3 stage vacuum motor. The 2 works fine, but is like comparing a v6 to a v8. The 3 stage has more suction and lift.

4. Heat - there are tank heaters and inline heaters. The problem with tank heaters is that when you put in the water/shampoo solution it takes 10 to 15 minutes to heat up. The inline heaters once heated stay hot as long as you keep the heater core on. Inlines can go from 1000 watts up to 2400watts.

5. Pump - most all extractors use a 100psi pump. Some 150psi and some have a pressure pump to take you to 375. All you need really is 100 psi

6. Hose - two types, one with solution hose zip-tied to vacuum hose, kind of clumsy to use. Or a hide-a-hose where the solution line is inside the vacuum hose, easier to use.

7. Nozzle - some are plastic and some stainless steel. The stainless is the better alternative because they do not wear out. And some of the stainless have a view window which is essential to see if you are removing the dirt in fibers.

8. Spray tip - two types. One where tip is welded to bottom of nozzle. Problem is gets overspray on areas you do not want to hit with shampoo. The other has an enclosed spray tip that is as wide as the nozzle (3").



You need more than an extractor to clean carpets and fabric upholstery. There are two types of soil:



A. Dry

b. Oily



the process for cleaning is:



A. Vacuum up all dry soil with good vacuum

b. Spot the stains/spots with stain remover and remove by hand

c. Pre-spray carpets or upholstery with carpet shampoo and let dwell to emulsify the oily soil on fibers

d. Scrub with hand brush or rotary shampoo tool

e. Extract shampoo and oily soil residue with heated soil extractor

f. Final vacuum with extractor (no solution) to remove excess moisture




if i can assist further let me know we offer a 2 gallon and 3 gallon unit between $800 and $1000.



BUD ABRAHAM

DETAIL PLUS SYSTEMS
 
Over my 10 years in business I bought three of those portable carpet cleaners at $2,000 a pop. I always had to use two generators to run them because when ever I use my custy power it would pop breakers. Truckmount is not for everyone because of the cost but worth it, when I bought mine I drop $13,000 cash on one and would recommend not buying one if you don't have the cash to buy one. There has been many time where I detail a custy car and they ask me clean there carpets in there house or RV.
 
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