Carpet Cleaning Questions, Answered

By the room or by the square foot, plus pet treatment, stairs or protector if you want them. Nationally in 2026, a single room up to 200 square feet usually runs about $40 to $180. See full pricing.

Many low advertised prices cover only a small area or a basic pass, and pre-treatment, deodorizer or furniture moving get added at the door. Our written quote lists what is included before work starts.

The rooms or square footage, any pet or stain treatment, stairs, and extras you asked for. If we find something the quote did not cover, we stop and ask before doing it.

Sometimes, depending on distance. If one applies, it is on your written quote before work starts. See service areas.

Pick up small items, toys and breakables from the floor, put pets in a closed room or outside, and leave a parking spot close to the door if you can. We move light furniture like chairs and end tables.

Typically 6 to 24 hours after hot water extraction. Running the AC or ceiling fans speeds it up, and the dry West Texas air helps.

Once the carpet is dry. If you need to move pieces back sooner, put foil or plastic tabs under the legs so wood stain or rust does not transfer to damp carpet.

Usually it is soap residue left behind, which attracts soil, or wicking, where dirt deep in the backing rises as the carpet dries. A thorough rinse and good drying prevent both. How we clean.

Yes, when products are used correctly and rinsed out. Keep kids and pets off until the carpet is dry, and ask us what products we use.

With a UV light. Dried urine glows under it, which shows us where to treat and whether a spot is bigger under the surface than it looks.

Not if the urine only reached the carpet fibers and it is treated properly. If it soaked into the pad or subfloor, the smell can return, and we tell you that before you pay for anything.

No. Deodorizer covers the smell for a while. The urine salts are still there, and the smell returns on the next humid day. Urine has to be treated where it is.

Not always. Old urine can permanently change carpet color, and some accidents bleach the dye. We tell you what to expect before we start. Pet urine and odor removal.

Yes. City water runs roughly 800 to 1,500 mg/L in dissolved minerals. Soap and minerals left in carpet attract soil, which is why a full rinse matters here. Hard water and carpet.

Fine caliche dust and grit from the spring wind work down to the base of the fibers. Vacuuming does not reach it, and every step grinds it against the carpet.

Late spring, after the March to May wind season, and again before the holidays. Homes with pets or kids may need more often.

Yes. Low humidity for most of the year means carpet usually dries faster here than in humid parts of Texas, especially with the AC running.

Not for normal wear and tear under Texas Property Code section 92.104. A landlord can deduct for damage such as pet urine stains, burns or rips. Check your lease. Move-out cleaning.

On or before the 30th day after the tenant surrenders the premises, under section 92.103, once the tenant has given a written forwarding address. More for landlords.

After the packers leave and before your inspection, with at least a day for drying. Goodfellow AFB families.

Usually, yes, 2 to 3 days before listing photos so it is dry and furniture is back in place. Carpet cleaning before you sell.

Yes. Most people call it steam cleaning, but the method sprays hot water and cleaning solution into the carpet and extracts it with strong suction. There is no actual steam.

About every 12 to 18 months for most homes, and every 3 to 6 months with pets, small kids or allergies.

No. Many carpet manufacturers expect professional hot water extraction every 12 to 18 months to keep the warranty valid. Keep your receipts and check your warranty paperwork.

Yes. Nylon and polyester handle standard hot water extraction well. Wool needs lower heat and wool-safe products, and viscose rugs need very little water. We check the fiber before choosing the method.

Many synthetic rugs can be cleaned on site. Wool, silk and viscose rugs need extra care, and some are better handled with special methods. Area rug cleaning.

W means water-based cleaning is OK, S means solvent only, W/S means either, and X means vacuum only. We check the tag before cleaning. Upholstery cleaning.

Usually, yes. Sealing helps grout resist stains and makes the next cleaning easier. Tile and grout cleaning.