Professional carpet cleaning, room by room or whole-house
Carpet Cleaning
Carpet cleaning is a deep cleaning treatment for carpets, using hot water extraction or a similar professional method to lift ground-in dirt, stains and odours from the pile and backing that regular vacuuming doesn't remove, priced per room with whole-house bookings typically discounted.
Definition
What Carpet Cleaning covers
Regular vacuuming removes surface dust and debris, but dirt, oils and stains work their way deeper into carpet fibres and the backing over time. Professional carpet cleaning uses hot water extraction or an equivalent method to lift this ground-in soiling, along with treating specific stains and reducing odours, and is typically priced per room rather than by area — with a discount usually applied when a whole house is booked in one visit.
Suitable for
- High-traffic carpets showing ground-in dirt that vacuuming no longer shifts
- Stain treatment for specific marks or spills
- Refreshing carpets ahead of a sale, let or end of tenancy
- Whole-house carpet cleaning booked as a single visit
Not suitable for
- Carpets with underlying damage (worn backing, moth damage, water damage) where cleaning won't resolve the underlying issue — we'll flag this if we see it rather than clean over a problem
- Delicate or specialist rugs needing bespoke handling — best discussed with us directly before booking
Process
How the work is carried out
- 01
Assessment
Checking carpet type, condition and any specific stains before starting.
- 02
Pre-treatment
Treating stains and high-traffic areas ahead of the main clean.
- 03
Deep clean
Hot water extraction or an equivalent method to lift ground-in dirt from the pile and backing.
- 04
Drying guidance
Advice on drying time and keeping the room ventilated before furniture goes back.
Typical timescale
A single room typically takes 20–30 minutes to clean, with carpets usually dry within several hours depending on ventilation — full guidance given at the time of the visit.
Cost guidance
Carpet cleaning typically costs £30–£60 per room in our area, with whole-house bookings usually priced at a discount to the per-room rate. We confirm the exact price when booking based on the number of rooms and any specific stain treatment needed.
Limitations and exclusions
- Cleaning cannot resolve underlying carpet damage such as worn backing, moth damage or water damage — these are flagged rather than cleaned over
- Some stains (certain dyes, long-set marks) may reduce but not fully remove — we advise realistically before starting rather than over-promising
Areas we cover
Carpet Cleaning across Sussex, Surrey, Kent and South London
Local property styles, planning authorities and neighbourhood coverage for carpet cleaning in each town we work in.
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FAQs
Carpet Cleaning FAQs
How long do carpets take to dry after cleaning?
Typically a few hours with good ventilation, though this varies with carpet type, thickness and room airflow — we give you guidance specific to your carpets at the time of the visit.
Is whole-house carpet cleaning cheaper than booking room by room?
Yes, a discount is usually applied when a whole house is booked in a single visit compared with pricing each room separately — we confirm the total when you get in touch with the number of rooms.
Can you remove all stains?
Most general soiling and many common stains lift well with professional cleaning, but some — certain dyes or marks that have set in over a long period — may only reduce rather than fully disappear. We're upfront about what to expect before starting.
Discuss your carpet cleaning project
Tell us about the property and what you have in mind, and we'll arrange a site visit.
Last reviewed 2026-07-28.