How much does carpet cleaning cost?

Every visit has a minimum service charge of $180, or $220 for jobs within the city of Chicago. Beyond that it depends on the rooms, the fiber and any stains or upholstery. As a real example, a South Loop visit with three areas of wool carpet, a sofa and an ottoman came to $360. See the breakdown.

What cleaning method is best for my carpet?

For most wall-to-wall carpet, hot water extraction. It rinses the pile and pulls soil and residue out instead of leaving them to dry in. When faster drying matters, we also offer a low-moisture option. We'll recommend one after seeing the carpet.

How long does carpet take to dry?

Usually 6-12 hours, depending on the carpet and the humidity. Opening windows and running fans speeds it up.

Can you get pet stains and odor out of carpet?

Most of the time, yes. We pre-treat pet spots before the rinse. Urine that has soaked deep into the padding is harder, and we'll tell you honestly what to expect.

Can all stains be removed?

Many, but not all. It depends on the stain, how old it is, and the fiber. Some stains, like rust, need a completely different treatment from pet spots, so tell us what you're dealing with.

Is it safe for kids and pets?

Yes, our solutions are safe once the carpet is dry. Keep kids and pets off it until then, usually 6-12 hours.

Do you clean sofas and upholstery too?

Yes, in the same visit. Upholstery gets its own method, matched to the fabric.

How often should carpet be cleaned?

At least once a year for most homes. With pets, allergies or heavy traffic, every six months is better.

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Carpet Cleaning in Chicago

Wall-to-wall carpet, cleaned in your home with hot water extraction. Pet stains, rust marks and high-traffic lanes, plus your sofa in the same visit if you want it.

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In Your Home

Done in Your Home, by Our Own Team

Wall-to-wall carpet gets cleaned where it is. We use hot water extraction, which rinses the pile and pulls the soil and the treatment residue back out, instead of leaving it to dry in the carpet and attract dirt again.

A standard cleaning takes out dust, dirt, allergens and most stains. But not every carpet gets the same treatment. Wool and synthetic carpet need different approaches, and stains like pet urine and rust each need their own. We look at the fiber and the stains first, then pick the method.

We've been cleaning rugs and carpets in Chicago since 1989, using IICRC-certified methods and safe, eco-friendly products, and thousands of Chicago families have trusted us with their homes. The work is done by our own team, not subcontractors. Area rugs are a different story: those come to our facility for a full wash. See all our services.

Carpet being cleaned with hot water extraction

What We Do

What a Carpet Cleaning Includes

Tell us what you've got and we'll tell you what it needs.

Hot water extraction

Rinses the pile and pulls soil and residue out of the carpet.

Pet stain and odor treatment

Enzyme treatment for pet accidents, done before the rinse.

A real pet stain job

Rust and tough spots

Rust marks need a completely different approach from pet stains, so we treat them separately.

Upholstery in the same visit

Sofas, ottomans and chairs, each cleaned with the method its fabric needs.

We pick up all over Chicago and the suburbs, including Arlington Heights, Northbrook, Skokie, Evanston, Mundelein and Clarendon Hills. Don't see your area? Contact us, we might be going your way.

Add-Ons

Extra Carpet Services

Sometimes a carpet needs more than a standard clean. Ask us about pricing for any of these.

Odor control

For smells that a standard clean won't fully take out, like pet odors, treated at the source.

Carpet protector

Applied after cleaning to help guard against future stains and wear.

Carpet deodorizer

Leaves the carpet smelling fresh after the clean.

Carpet sanitizer

Helps reduce bacteria and allergens in the carpet.

Carpet repair

For tears, burns and other damage. Tell us what happened and we'll take a look.

Our Process

How a Carpet Cleaning Goes

1
Look first
We check the fiber and the stains before anything else, so we use the right method for your carpet.
2
Pre-treat
Pet spots, rust and heavy traffic lanes get treated first, each with its own solution.
3
Hot water extraction
The pile is rinsed and the soil and residue are pulled back out.
4
Groom and dry
The pile is groomed and left to dry, usually in 6-12 hours. Opening windows or running fans speeds it up.

Wool carpet right after pet stain cleaning, with fresh lines in the pile

In-Home Service

Pricing

What Carpet Cleaning Costs

No price list, because every home is different. But here's how it works.

A minimum charge per visit
Every visit has a minimum service charge of $180, or $220 for jobs within the city of Chicago.
Then it depends on the job
How many rooms, the fiber, and whether there are stains, odor or upholstery to add.
The price comes first
You get the quote before any work starts.