Carpet Cleaning FAQ — Wilmington, DE

The price depends on how many rooms you need cleaned, the size of those rooms, and how dirty the carpet is. Pet stains, deep ground-in soil, and older carpet that has never been professionally cleaned all take more time and product. There is no flat rate that works for every job. Call for a free estimate.

Most homes in Wilmington take between one and three hours depending on the number of rooms. Heavily soiled carpet or large open areas like basements in older Pike Creek homes take longer. Drying time after hot water extraction is usually two to four hours with good air circulation.

Surface cleaning removes some odor, but if urine has soaked into the padding, the smell comes back once the carpet gets warm or humid. Delaware summers are humid enough to bring that smell out every year. We inspect the affected spots and tell you whether the padding needs to be replaced before we quote the job.

Most households with kids or pets in Wilmington need a professional cleaning once a year at minimum. Homes without pets or heavy foot traffic can usually go every 18 months. If you can see soil in the fibers or notice a stale smell, it's time regardless of when the last cleaning was.

We use hot water extraction, which pushes hot water into the carpet fibers and immediately pulls it back out along with the dirt. Dry powder or foam methods leave residue in the fibers that collects dirt faster afterward. Hot water extraction is also better at pulling allergens out, which matters in older homes in neighborhoods like Trolley Square where dust builds up over decades.

It helps to move small items like chairs and end tables before the appointment. We can work around heavier pieces like sofas and beds. If you want those areas cleaned underneath, let us know ahead of time so we can plan the time accordingly and include it in your written quote.