Carpet cleaning is alot safer. I had two of my co-workers get burned over and recieved second and third degree burns to their faces and arms. Their lifes are changed for ever. If you have never been to a burn center it is a life changing and eye opening experience. Plus with carpet cleaning you go home every night, my 5 year old changes when I don't see her for 3 weeks. I actually like to clean carpets, the customers, the change of pace..it is very theraputic.