Deep Clean That Reaches What Vacuums Can't
Daily vacuuming removes surface debris. Hot water extraction removes what's been accumulating for months—embedded soil, allergens, and contaminants that live deep in carpet fibers.
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What's Living in Your Carpet
Commercial carpet accumulates approximately one pound of soil per square yard annually in typical office environments. High-traffic areas can double or triple that rate.
Regular vacuuming—even excellent vacuuming—removes only surface-level debris. The rest migrates downward, embedding in fibers and backing material where it causes three distinct problems:
Premature wear
Abrasive soil particles grind against fibers with every footstep. Embedded dirt acts like sandpaper, wearing carpet from the inside. Dirty carpet wears out 2-3 times faster than properly maintained carpet.
Indoor air quality degradation
Carpets trap allergens, dust mites, bacteria, and pollutants—which is actually beneficial when they stay trapped. But foot traffic releases these particles back into breathable air throughout the day.
Appearance decline
The dingy, flat appearance of neglected carpet isn't just aesthetics. It's soil weighing down fibers, preventing them from standing upright and reflecting light properly.
Hot Water Extraction Explained
Often called "steam cleaning" though no actual steam is involved—this is the method recommended by major carpet manufacturers for deep cleaning commercial carpet.
The Process
Pre-inspection
We assess carpet type, fiber content, and specific concerns (stains, odors, heavy soiling areas)
Pre-vacuuming
Commercial vacuum removes surface debris for more effective deep cleaning
Pre-treatment
Enzyme-based solutions applied to break down oily soils and protein-based stains
Hot water injection
Water heated to 150-200°F (depending on carpet type) injected into carpet under pressure
Immediate extraction
Powerful vacuum immediately extracts water, suspended soil, and cleaning solution
Grooming
Carpet fibers set in proper direction for optimal appearance and faster drying
Drying
Professional air movers accelerate drying (typically 2-6 hours depending on conditions)
Why hot water extraction beats alternatives
Bonnet cleaning only cleans the top portion of fibers, pushing soil deeper
Dry cleaning compounds leave residue that attracts soil, requiring more frequent cleaning
Shampooing can leave sticky residue and requires longer drying times
Hot water extraction removes soil without leaving residue that accelerates resoiling
Stain Categories and Treatment Approaches
| Stain Type | Examples | Treatment Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Water-soluble stains | Coffee, soft drinks, food dyes | Pre-treatment with appropriate spotters, followed by extraction. Success rate very high when treated promptly. |
| Oil-based stains | Grease, cooking oil, cosmetics | Require solvent pre-treatment to emulsify oils before extraction. |
| Protein-based stains | Food, blood, vomit | Enzyme treatments break down organic material. Avoid hot water initially as it can set protein stains. |
| Ink and dye stains | Pen ink, marker, fabric dye | Specialized treatments based on ink type. Some may be permanent but can often be significantly improved. |
| High-traffic darkening | Walkways, entrances, corridors | Often not staining but soil compaction. Usually responds well to thorough extraction. |
Note: Not all stains can be completely removed. We'll give you an honest assessment before treatment and won't promise results we can't deliver.
Recommended Cleaning Frequencies
| Traffic Level | Environment Example | Recommended Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Light | Executive offices, conference rooms | Annual extraction |
| Moderate | General office areas, break rooms | Semi-annual extraction |
| Heavy | Lobbies, corridors, common areas | Quarterly extraction |
| Very Heavy | Entrances, elevator lobbies | Monthly extraction |
Interim maintenance between extractions
Regular vacuuming (daily in high-traffic areas)
Immediate spot treatment for spills
Entrance matting to reduce soil introduction
The Drying Question
"How long until we can walk on the carpet?" is the most common question we receive.
Our answer: Light traffic typically possible within 2-4 hours. Normal use within 6-8 hours. We use professional air movers to accelerate drying and can schedule service timing to align with your operational needs.
Factors affecting dry time:
Flexible Scheduling
We can schedule evening or weekend service so carpet is completely dry before Monday morning occupancy.
After-hours
Evening service, dry by morning
Weekend service
Saturday/Sunday availability
Holiday scheduling
Minimal disruption timing
Section-by-section
For continuous operation facilities
Availability and Scheduling
Who can request carpet cleaning
This service is available exclusively to our recurring janitorial or day porter clients. Our ongoing relationship means we understand your facility, have established access, and can coordinate carpet work with your regular cleaning schedule.
Not yet a recurring client? We'd love to discuss a complete facility care program that includes deep cleaning services. View our services →
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why do you recommend hot water extraction over other methods?+
Can you remove all stains?+
How often should commercial carpet be professionally cleaned?+
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What's Your Carpet Hiding?
When was your last professional carpet extraction? If you can't remember, it's overdue. Let's discuss incorporating deep carpet care into your facility program.
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