Why IICRC certification matters

What is the IICRC?

First formed in 1972, the IICRC has been building trust between cleaning professionals and their clients for over 40 years.

Serving both as an invaluable referral source for consumers and as a body dedicated to developing certifications for inspection, cleaning, and restoration, the IICRC promotes high standards and ethics while advancing technical proficiency.

Why is IICRC Certification so vital?

There are plenty carpet and rug cleaners operating in and around Naperville, Lisle, and Wheaton, but not all are created equal. The first step to separate the wheat from the chaff is to look for IICRC certification. To receive certification, a company must:

  • Use technicians with formal training and all required qualifications for every job.
  • Present accurate information to consumers at all times and conduct themselves with integrity.
  • Develop and implement a continuing education program to ensure that all technicians remain up to date.
  • Maintain full liability insurance to ensure complete protection in the event of an accident.
  • Maintain a written complaint policy, use the Better Business Bureau or similar arbitration to resolve any disputes, and accept their conclusions and recommendations.

Each of those IICRC standards has been developed over years under the advice of noted experts, and each one is reviewed and updated at least every five years to ensure that they remain high as industries change. When you notice that a service has earned IICRC certification, you can move forward with peace of mind.

Russel Martin Carpet and Rugs proudly maintains IICRC Certification

If you were asking yourself what IICRC certification is and why it matters so much, you should now have your answer. Few concerns are more pressing than finding a properly certified company, so make sure that’s the first question you ask yourself when seeking out carpet or rug cleaning services. For any other questions, contact us today.

When looking for a carpet or rug cleaning service, one of the first things you need to check is whether your provider boasts IICRC certification. The IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification) is an internationally recognized nonprofit body that works tirelessly to promote the highest of industry standards. As such, certification has become the seal of approval for all carpet and rug cleaning services.