What are the different types of carpet cleaning?

<div>There are six main types of carpet cleaning. Each type is unique in its process of cleaning your floors. Your pro can help suggest the best method based on your carpet material and level of cleaning needed.<ul><li>Steam cleaning uses hot water to clean deep into your carpet. Pressure is applied to the hot water to create steam, moving the chemicals to your carpet fibers.</li><li>Shampooing leaves foam on the carpet fibers to break up the dirt and stains before removal.</li><li>Dry cleaning only tackles the dirt on the surface level that hasn’t set in yet. </li><li>Carbonated cleaning uses bubbles to move debris to the surface of the carpet for removal. </li><li>Hot water extraction cleaning combines steam cleaning with ammonia or an acid solution to help liquefy debris.</li><li>Bonnet carpet cleaning uses a cleaning detergent and a specialized cleaning device that cleans the carpet's surface. </li></ul></div>

Top 10 Best Carpet cleaners in Monterey, CA

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*The Angi rating for Carpet Cleaning companies in Monterey, CA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Carpet Cleaning needs.

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Last update on August 08, 2025

Reviewed in July 2008
Mr. Ferrante has cleaned our carpeting 2 years in a row. He scheduled the job and arrived promptly. He is thorough but works fast. He is careful: there is no banging of equipment and hoses against the walls. He is self employed, takes great pride in his work, and clearly cares about building...
Ferrante Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in March 2015
For the main visit the 2 young brothers arrived on time and were friendly and professional. The cleaning seemed fine, but what followed was a disappointment. They promised to clean the wool rug, remove the odor and return it within the week. When the time had passed, I had to call to ask...
Bow Tie Carpet Cleaners
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Reviewed in October 2016
Very professional and cleaned our carpets in excellent form. Manuel and Son's carpet cleaning is the only carpet company for me!!
MANUEL & SON'S CARPET CLEANING
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Reviewed in July 2015
He relaid the carpet after water damage. This is a one man company, sometimes he hires a partner for larger jobs. He's very punctual and leaves the carpet almost dry and completely clean when he leaves!
Ocean Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in March 2013
We had all our carpets cleaned by Castle five months earlier, and the rest of the house still looks great. but we had some construction done recently and the workmen put plastic down to protect the carpets while they worked. When they finished the construction, they pulled up the plastic and...
Castles Home Services
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Carpet cleaners in Monterey

Anthem Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Anthem Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

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We are a company you can trust, and a difference you can see! if you have a carpet or rug that needs to be cleaned then you've come to the right place. Additional DBAs - Anthem Carpet & Upholstery, Anthem Carpet Cleaning Svc.

"Arrived promptly and did a great job"

Peter H on April 2024

"Arrived promptly and did a great job"

Peter H on April 2024

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. Our top priority is customer satisfaction and will go the extra mile. We are experts in our trade and will work with you from conception to completion. We strive in making all clients, repeat clients. Call us today you'll be relieved you did. Thank you

"I couldn't be more impressed with the service from Freshli Carpet! He arrived right on time and delivered a level of detail and care that far exceeded my expectations. Every inch of my car was deep-cleaned?even those hard-to-reach crevices most people overlook. What really stood out was his expertise with the equipment?he clearly knew exactly what he was doing and took genuine pride in his work. It?s rare to find someone this thorough and professional. Plus, his pricing was incredibly competitive?about $100 less than other quotes I received. Exceptional value for top-tier service. Highly recommended!"

Emma B on June 2025

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The Arce's Cleaning Services

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The Arce's Cleaning Services

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We offer cleaning services for schools, homes, churches, office buildings, and more. We customize our services to meet your specific needs from providing cleaning services to providing carpet cleaning services. Ask us about daily, weekly, and bi-weekly weekly service. Contracts welcome. Our company uses Eco-friendly products that are safe for the environment, our customers and their families. While we clean a space, we can also help clean our planet. Home Cleaning Services (occupied/unoccupied) Commercial Building Cleaning Services Carpet Cleaning Services Tile Cleaning Services Upholstery Cleaning Services Power Washing Services Window Cleaning Services

Isaacs Construction and Painting

205 Cinnabar Way

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Isaacs Construction and Painting

205 Cinnabar Way

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I have 4 years experience in home remodeling and renovation, drywall, texture, paint, floor and tile installation and more. Equipped with high quality tools for any job. My goal is perfection and client satisfaction.

8 years of experience

commercial cleaning Basic electrical Pressure washing Automotive detailing And any handyman work

M & A Construction Clean Up Inc

1669 Harding St

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M & A Construction Clean Up Inc

1669 Harding St

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We customize our services to meet your specific needs. We make every effort to accommodate your schedule. We use our own supplies and equipment. Our cleaning services can be scheduled weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. We offer one-time house cleaning service. Residential, Commercial & Construction Cleaning.

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Domingo's Carpet Care & Janitorial Services

PO Box 124

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Domingo's Carpet Care & Janitorial Services

PO Box 124

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35 years of experience

The best cleaning service on the central coast!

Carpet Cleaning Salinas

820 Park Row #461d

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Carpet Cleaning Salinas

820 Park Row #461d

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We are the top steam carpet cleaners in Salinas, CA. Our steam carpet cleaners are known for their exceptional work with carpets, upholstery, tile and grout, hardwood floors, area rugs and more. We also have the best products that can remove the most stubborn stains or foul odors in your carpets or upholstery. Our carpet cleaning services reach out to citizens in Salinas, Monterey, Marina, Hollister, Pacific Grove, Carmel, Carmel Valley and Seaside. We pride ourselves in being the premier steam carpet cleaning company and we work hard to earn our customer's business. We only use safe products that leave your carpets and upholstery looking like new, without leaving behind harmful chemicals or toxins. Give our professional steam carpet cleaners a call at 831-346-1811 or visit our website at carpetcleaningsalinas.com for the top cleaning services with competitive prices.

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FAQs for carpet cleaning projects in Monterey, CA

Having your carpet cleaned professionally has several benefits for your carpet and your family. First, professionally cleaning your carpets can help thwart dust mite infestations and rid them of dirt, pet dander, particle pollution, and even lead. This can, in turn, help your allergies. Regular professional cleaning can also help prevent mold and mildew growth and even help extend the life of your carpet.

There are six main types of carpet cleaning. Each type is unique in its process of cleaning your floors. Your pro can help suggest the best method based on your carpet material and level of cleaning needed.

Steam cleaning uses hot water to clean deep into your carpet. Pressure is applied to the hot water to create steam, moving the chemicals to your carpet fibers.
Shampooing leaves foam on the carpet fibers to break up the dirt and stains before removal.
Dry cleaning only tackles the dirt on the surface level that hasn’t set in yet.
Carbonated cleaning uses bubbles to move debris to the surface of the carpet for removal.
Hot water extraction cleaning combines steam cleaning with ammonia or an acid solution to help liquefy debris.
Bonnet carpet cleaning uses a cleaning detergent and a specialized cleaning device that cleans the carpet's surface.

The cost for professional carpet cleaning is $180 for the average homeowner. However, you could end up paying as low as $80 or as high as $375 or more, depending on how much carpeting you have in your home and the type of cleaning you’ll have done, plus any add-ons like furniture and upholstery cleaning. For example, bonnet carpet cleaning averages around $150 since it’s more surface-level. However, due to its complexity, hot water extraction cleaning averages closer to $400.

Sometimes, carpets can no longer be saved and must be replaced. There are signs that you need to replace your carpet, such as stains that are impossible to remove or a smell that lingers on your carpet. And sometimes, the age of the carpet is the tell-tale sign that it needs replacing. Most carpet manufacturers say carpets should last for 10 years with proper care.

How often you should clean your carpets is really dependent on how much dirt and traffic they see. At a minimum, your carpets should be cleaned once or twice a year. However, depending on your lifestyle, having them cleaned more often is not unrealistic. If you have pets or children, consider having them deep-cleaned quarterly. If you have severe allergies, having your carpets deep cleaned every two months might be best.