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Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning in Fairfax County
Carpet cleaning uses hot-water extraction to lift dirt, allergens, and odors that vacuuming leaves behind. Cardinal Home Cleaning prices it by area, starting at $159 for three areas, and it pairs well with move-out cleans and seasonal deep cleaning.
- Three-area starting price
- $159Three-area starting price
- Typical carpet dry time
- 4–6 hrsTypical carpet dry time
- Deep hot-water method
- ExtractionDeep hot-water method
Is this right for you?
Add carpet cleaning when vacuuming no longer changes how the carpet looks or smells. That means soil has worked below the surface, where a vacuum cannot reach. It is a separate service from house cleaning because it needs extraction equipment and drying time. If your lease requires professionally cleaned carpets at move-out, bundle it with the move-out clean so both happen in one visit.
Choose this when
- Traffic lanes look darker than the carpet around them
- Odors persist after vacuuming, often with pets
- Your lease requires professional carpet cleaning at move-out
- It has been a year or more since the last extraction
Carpet cleaning starts at $159 and is commonly bundled with move-out service.
Checklist
What carpet & upholstery cleaning includes
Included in every visit
- Pre-treatment of high-traffic lanes and spots
- Hot-water extraction of carpeted areas
- Pet odor and stain treatment on request
- Upholstery cleaning for sofas and chairs
- Edge and corner detailing
- Fast-dry finishing pass
Best for
- Pet owners
- Allergy sufferers
- Move-out lease requirements
- High-traffic family rooms
Pricing
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning pricing in Fairfax County
Flat rates by home size and scope. Your exact quote is always free and confirmed before we start.
| Option | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Carpet — 3 areas | $159 | Rooms, halls, or stairs count as areas |
| Carpet — 5 areas | $199 | Best value for whole floors |
| Upholstery | Add-on quote | Sofas, sectionals, and chairs |
Want the full picture across every service? Read our Fairfax County cleaning cost guide.
Our Process
How our carpet & upholstery cleaning works
- 1
Inspect fibers
We identify carpet type and target problem spots.
- 2
Pre-treat
Traffic lanes and stains get a targeted solution.
- 3
Hot-water extraction
Deep rinse pulls out embedded soil and allergens.
- 4
Speed-dry
Airflow and technique cut drying time.
From Our Crews
Insider tips most homeowners miss
Real advice from 17+ years of cleaning homes across the region, including the mistakes worth avoiding.
Vacuum first, because it makes extraction work better
Loose surface dirt clogs extraction. A quick vacuum before we arrive lets the hot-water rinse reach deep, embedded soil instead of surface fuzz.
Don't over-wet pet stains yourself
DIY sprays can push pet odor into the padding, where it lingers. Let us treat the source with an enzyme approach instead of masking it on the surface.
Related questions people ask
- How long does carpet take to dry?
- Typically four to six hours with good airflow, longer in humid Northern Virginia summers. Running fans or the HVAC fan speeds it up considerably.
- Will cleaning remove pet odors?
- Surface odors usually lift with extraction. Urine that has soaked into padding needs treatment at the source, so tell us about specific spots rather than hoping a general clean covers it.
- How often should carpets be cleaned?
- Every 12 to 18 months for most homes, and annually or more often with pets, allergies, or heavy traffic.
- Should I clean carpets before or after the house?
- Carpet last. Dust and debris from cleaning surfaces settles onto the floor, so extracting afterward means the carpet stays clean.
FAQ
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning questions, answered
How much does carpet cleaning cost in Fairfax?
Carpet cleaning starts at $159 for three areas and $199 for five areas, where each room, hallway, or staircase counts as one area. Upholstery is quoted as an add-on based on the pieces.
How long does carpet take to dry?
Most carpets dry in four to six hours after hot-water extraction, faster with good airflow. Keep foot traffic light until fully dry to avoid re-soiling the fibers.
Can you remove pet stains and odors?
Yes. We pre-treat pet stains and use odor treatment that targets the source in the padding rather than masking it. Point out problem spots so we treat them directly.
Ready for a spotless home?
Get a free, no-obligation quote today. Same-week appointments across Northern Virginia, DC, and Bethesda.