Find a carpet cleaning service in San Diego, CA

Find carpet cleaning services in San Diego, CA

Find carpet cleaning services in San Diego, CA

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Find carpet cleaning services in San Diego, CA

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Top 10 carpet cleaning companies in San Diego, CA

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Concept Cleaning Service LLC

Concept Cleaning Service LLC

New on HomeGuide
Serves San Diego, CA
Our clients are our main focus and our dedication to their satisfaction. We offer Professionalism with a Personal Touch. Our employees are trained to provide detailed thorough service to our clients The people we work with have a need and it's our job to meet their needs in a timely respectful friendly manner. It's all about people.
Citys Finest Carpet Care

Citys Finest Carpet Care

New on HomeGuide
1 hire on HomeGuide
Serves San Diego, CA
Having been in the carpet cleaning business since 2007, The technicians at Citys Finest have seen it all and cleaned it all. Living up to the name City's Finest Carpet Care, the technicians takes pride in their work. Offering same day cleaning and customer satisfaction, please call us for your next cleaning job.
Apex Cleaning Services

Apex Cleaning Services

New on HomeGuide
Serves San Diego, CA
We provide quality work with integrity
AVS Carpet Cleaning

AVS Carpet Cleaning

New on HomeGuide
Serves San Diego, CA
AVS Carpet Cleaning service is a fully integrated cleaning service company serving all over San Diego. We provide comprehensive, high quality & reliable cleaning solutions to commercial, corporate and residential clients. Our experts provide excellence in Carpet Cleaning, Upholstery Cleaning, Tile and Grout Cleaning, Natural Stone Cleaning & Restoring, Air Duct Cleaning! AVS Carpet Cleaning is the key to keeping a home beautiful while making more time for yourself and the things you love most. Contact us at 619-410-4324 to get a FREE cleaning estimate or to BOOK a service. Love to see happy faces of our customers after our cleaning work. It g...
Mes House Keeping N Errands

Mes House Keeping N Errands

New on HomeGuide
Serves Imperial Beach, CA
We specialize Vacation Rental turnovers and Move Out/Move In cleanings. Do you want your home or office to sparkle? Let our housekeeping professionals do the hard work for you, so you can focus on the important things -- or just relax. Mes House Keeping N Errands offers a team of bonded and insured cleaning pros. You're in good, clean hands with us! Have a cleaning emergency? We now offer same day service! What I enjoy most is the satisfaction I get knowing I helped someone's day be a little more tolerable. I love helping people period. so much so that many who know me say it's probably my biggest fault. When I am in a client's home I ma...
Weekend Maids

Weekend Maids

5.0(1)
Serves San Diego, CA
We are celebrating 31 years in business and service all areas of San Diego County as well as broader Southern California. We are open 7 days a week and work hard to ensure our clients get the best possible service. We offer honest, fair, and competitive pricing. Woman-owned and operated.
Mr. Carpet Cleaning

Mr. Carpet Cleaning

1.5(2)
3 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Chula Vista, CA
Mr. Carpet Cleaning offers the best prices when it comes to residential cleaning services. We guarantee the highest quality and ensure true cleanliness.
24/7 On The Move Towing And Roadside

24/7 On The Move Towing And Roadside

New on HomeGuide
Offers online services
Serves San Diego, CA
Not only am I a 1 man Crew but I also operate on a balance payment scale. Meaning if a person CANNOT pay at that moment, I'll still help them. And they pay me later. Plus by putting a tiny portion aside from every call it offsets costs.
R&R Carpet Cleaning Services

R&R Carpet Cleaning Services

5.0(1)
Serves San Diego, CA
One thing that sets us apart from other companies is that I am on every job. This allows me to control the quality of cleaning that few others can match. We are also fully bonded and insured. We use the latest truck mounted steam extraction cleaning method. We also use the Rotovac 360i that ensures deep cleansing. R & R San Diego Carpet Cleaners also offers you deodorizing and ScotchGard stain-resistant protective coatings. We at San Diego carpet cleaners employ a powerful truck-mounted cleaning system that is safe and environment friendly....
Handygirl-4-U / Jeanette's Grooming

Handygirl-4-U / Jeanette's Grooming

New on HomeGuide
1 hire on HomeGuide
Serves Chula Vista, CA
I specialize in sanitation and pet hair removal, on your pet (GROOMING) or in your home, vehicle, or RV. (DETAILING) Steam Cleaning carpet extractors inside homes, businesses. Any surface: upholstery, car seats, mattresses. Using natural products, always finish with rinse = no residue. POWER-WASHING EXTERIORS, ROOFTOPS, RAIN GUTTERS, STUCCO REPAIRS, PAINTING AUTO & RV DETAILING 20+ YEARS PET GROOMER for 25 yrs (cats, birds, reptiles, dogs, livestock) I enjoy not being stuck at a desk all day long because I am a hands-on kind of gal, and I am not afraid to get dirty. I can clean anything, including impossible stains, out of any surface. I ...

Your Carpet Cleaning questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

Carpet cleaning costs $25 to $70 per room or $0.15 to $0.30 per square foot. Carpet cleaning services charge $120 to $350 for whole-house projects. Some cheap carpet cleaning companies have deals of $99 to clean three rooms or first-time specials of 30% off.

Professional carpet cleaning takes 20 minutes per room on average. Also, the setup process takes 10 to 20 minutes. The time varies depending on the amount of furniture that needs moving, the carpet's soilage, and any spot removal treatments.

Carpets should be professionally deep cleaned every 12 to 18 months on average. Homes with children, pets, family members with allergies, high foot traffic, or smokers need deep carpet cleaning every 6 months on average.

A professional carpet cleaning service uses special equipment to remove dirt, stains, bacteria, dust, pollens, reduce allergens and mold, increase indoor air quality, and increase the carpet's longevity. Carpet shampoo services also apply soil and stain protectants that guard against future stains and soiling.

The best type of carpet cleaning methods are:

  • Hot water extraction or steam cleaning – Hot water under high pressure extracts dirt, dust, and debris from carpeting. The steam fluffs up matted carpet fibers.
  • Dry cleaning – A powder detergent is worked into the carpeting with a small amount of water and a rotating brush. After 15 minutes, the detergent is extracted along with the trapped dirt and allergens.
  • Carpet shampoo – Specialty detergents are shampooed into the carpeting with water to clean out dirt and debris.
  • Foam cleaning or encapsulation – A specialty foam is applied to the carpeting where it bubbles and expands. The foam binds and encapsulates the dirt before being removed by steam extraction.
  • Bonnet cleaning – A carpet cleaning machine with a towel or bonnet scrubs shampoo over the surface and extracts dirt and debris.

Yes, professional carpet cleaning removes bad odors, mold, mildew, and stains from cat or dog urine and hair.

Most carpet cleaning companies will move small or basic furniture for free, while others may charge a small fee or decline to move anything at all. Ask upfront before hiring and get a detailed estimate in writing.

Carpet takes 6 to 24 hours to dry completely on average, depending on the cleaning method, humidity, air circulation, and indoor temperature. Using fans, opening the windows, and turning on the air conditioner helps the carpet dry faster after cleaning.

To find the best carpet cleaners:

  • Get at least three estimates to compare.
  • Ask for references from their past customers.
  • Verify the companies insurance.
  • Read reviews and check out their previous work on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Ask about employee training and if they perform background checks.
  • Ask about their warranties and guarantees.
  • Ask for an estimate in writing upfront.
  • Avoid making payments upfront. Most companies charge after the work is completed.

Once you have a shortlist of affordable carpet cleaners, ask the following questions before hiring:

  • How long have you been cleaning carpets?
  • How many carpets have you cleaned?
  • What cleaning method is used during the process?
  • Are the cleaning solutions safe for children and pets?
  • Are your cleaning systems, solutions, and equipment approved by the Carpet and Rug Institute?
  • Do you move furniture before cleaning?
  • How much do you charge? Do you offer free estimates?
  • Do you currently have any deals or specials?
  • Can you provide me with a list of references?
  • Are you bonded and insured?
  • How long will the cleaning take?
  • Can you provide me a written estimate?
  • Is your work guaranteed?
  • What payment methods do you accept?
  • What do I need to provide to get started?

Carpet cleaning services do not expect a tip. However, if they go above and beyond or spend more time than expected, a $10 to $20 tip is appreciated.

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