Does carpet protector really work?

You know as a professional cleaner I get asked that question all the time. In short the answer is yes, they do work. But not all protectors are created equal. If your carpet cleaning company is using a product like Scotch Guard or Teflon, then you are in the clear. As a consumer you shouldn't expect to get your carpet protected for next to nothing. Quality protectors are not cheap. So if it's too good to be true price wise, then it may be just that. Protecting your carpet is like insurance. You hope you don't need it but when you do it's there for you.