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Northern New Jersey & the New York City metroOpen 7 days · 7am–7pm · Upfront pricing — book online
Stain Steamer LLC

Carpet & Area Rug Cleaning

Traffic lanes, pet accidents and city grit dull a carpet long before it wears out. We deep clean wall-to-wall carpet in place and treat area rugs according to their fiber — wool, viscose blends, cotton flatweaves and synthetics each get a different approach. Among carpet steam cleaning services, the difference is the rinse — ours pulls the soil out instead of leaving sticky residue behind.

Only need a rug cleaned? Visit our area rug cleaning service — wool-safe, priced by size from $78.

Carpet & Area Rug Cleaning in progress

The process

Carpet Steam Cleaning — How It Works

Carpet steam cleaning uses heated extraction to flush soil out of fibers instead of pushing it deeper. Here's how we restore wall-to-wall carpet and area rugs.

Technician inspecting carpet fibers before cleaning
Step 1

Inspection & Fiber Testing

We inspect carpet type, stains, and traffic lanes, then test a hidden area so your carpet gets the right cleaning treatment safely.

Pre-vacuuming wall-to-wall carpet with a commercial vacuum
Step 2

Pre-Vacuuming

Commercial pre-vacuuming removes dry soil, dust, pet hair, and allergens before steam cleaning begins — a step budget cleaners often skip.

Agitating cleaning shampoo into carpet with a brush machine
Step 3

Pre-Shampoo & Agitation

A professional cleaning solution breaks down body oils and ground-in dirt; soft agitation lifts it from carpet fibers before hot water extraction.

Steam cleaning carpet with a hot water extraction wand
Step 4

Steam Cleaning (Hot Water Extraction)

Truck-grade hot water extraction — the steam cleaning method manufacturers recommend — flushes deep dirt, bacteria, and residue from your carpet.

Enzyme odor treatment being sprayed onto carpet
Step 5

Odor Treatment

Enzyme odor treatment neutralizes pet and household smells at the source instead of masking them, leaving carpet truly fresh.

Available extras

Optional add-ons

Add faster drying or longer-lasting fabric protection when you book.

Air movers speed-drying a freshly cleaned carpet
Add-on+$

Speed Drying Service

High-velocity air movers cut drying time so your carpet is ready faster — ideal for same-day events and busy households.

Applying Scotchgard protector to a clean carpet
Add-on+$

Scotchgard™ Carpet Protection

Scotchgard™ protector repels spills and blocks stains from setting, keeping carpet cleaner between professional cleanings.

Every step is included in your upfront online price — no upsells at the door.

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FAQ

Carpet & Area Rug Cleaning questions, answered

Can you clean wool and antique rugs?
Yes. Wool and delicate rugs get low-moisture, pH-neutral cleaning and controlled drying.
Do you move furniture?
We move light furniture and place protective blocks. Heavy pieces and electronics stay put.
Will the stains come back?
Wicking can bring a deep spot back as the carpet dries. If it does, tell us and we return to correct it.

Book it

Book carpet & area rug cleaning online

Exact prices are listed on our booking page — pick your items, see your total, and choose a time. No waiting for a callback. Prefer to talk? Call or text us.

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Ready for a spotless home?

Tell us what needs cleaning and we'll give you an upfront price — no site visit required for most jobs.