Steam cleaning, also known as hot water extraction, makes use of extremely hot water to clean your carpets or upholstery. Water is brought to a high temperature, pressurized, and injected into your carpets or upholstery. The high temperatures and deep penetration are able to soften and loosen up the embedded dirt, dust, and stains while also killing germs or bacteria living in the fibres. The hot water, along with the loosened debris, is then sucked out of the fibres and removed from your home. 

Absolutely. The extremely high temperatures used in steam cleaning mean that the fleas will be killed. Then the strong suction removes both the fleas and the eggs from your carpet fibres. Since this method makes use of only hot water, it is a family and a pet-friendly way to remove fleas from your home without worrying about any harmful chemicals. In the unlikely and rare case of an extreme flea problem, repeated treatment or cleaning may be necessary and is assessed on a case-by-case basis. We will be able to provide further information once on-site. 

For best results, we recommend waiting about 4-5 hours before resuming normal activities on your carpet. After Edmonton steam cleaning, your carpet will be slightly damp but not soaking wet, as may be the case in a DIY scenario. If waiting 4-5 hours cannot be avoided, then try to ensure your feet are clean and without shoes to avoid reintroducing dirt and reduce the risk of staining your newly cleaned carpets. 

By getting your furniture professionally cleaned by Edmonton Furnace and Carpet Care, you are ensuring the best possible quality of work and cleanliness. While there are products and equipment available throughout Edmonton, AB and surrounding areas to clean your furniture yourself, the results will not have the same level of cleanliness as if you get it professionally cleaned. By choosing a professional cleaning company, you are guaranteed a higher level of effectiveness and reliability than doing it yourself. Our team will ensure that your furniture is properly cleaned, not left soaking wet or with unwanted residue. If you use the incorrect cleaning products for the type of material being cleaned, you could damage your upholstery or furniture costing you more than hiring our furniture cleaning company.

Yes, steam cleaning is a very effective way of removing almost all stains from your furniture. While we can never have a 100% guarantee on stain removal, we have never had customers who were dissatisfied with the level of stain removal either. Certain types of stains can be extremely difficult to remove due to the nature of the stain, the type of material or the length of time it has been stained. Steam cleaning a stain can be a very effective way to remove most stains without worrying about chemical reactions or damage from cleaning products. 

Since steam cleaning requires the injection of water into the fabric, it is normal for your furniture to be slightly damp after being professionally cleaned. Therefore, we strongly recommend waiting at least 4 hours before resuming regular use of your furniture. 

Unfortunately, steam cleaning cannot remove bed bugs. Dust mites, fleas and flea eggs can all be effectively removed using steam cleaning, but bed bugs will require an exterminator to be properly eliminated. If you have a bed bug infestation, we highly recommend calling one of our local Edmonton pest control companies as soon as you can. Waiting longer to get those nasty pests removed will end up costing you more money and time away from your home.

There is no one size fits all answer here. The frequency of steam cleaning carpets and furniture will vary for each household, apartment building and office. If your home has children, pets, indoor smokers, and many visitors or you wear your shoes inside, then you may need to have a cleaning more often. However, if you live alone or with just one other person, then you may be able to prolong the time between Edmonton professional steam cleanings. In general, it is recommended that you have your carpets and furniture cleaned about every 6 to 12 months. It is important to keep in mind that more frequent cleanings can actually help prolong the life of your carpets and help save you money in the long run. 

For any other questions regarding furnace, carpet or upholstery cleaning, do not hesitate to reach out to our professional and friendly staff at Edmonton Furnace and Carpet Care.