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Top-Rated Carpet cleaners in River Forest - Updated Nov 2026

A-A Quick Dry Carpet Cleaning
4.5(
292
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Al, was prompt on time and communicated throughout the process. The day of he did fantastic work on carpeting that was more than 15 years old. His method was far superior to using wet shampoo on a carpet. I would definitely hire him again. Great job.!!!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carey the Carpet Cleaner
4.1(
140
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He cleaned the cream colored carpet in 2 bedrooms and 2 rugs in a hallway and family room. All four areas were cleaned perfectly. The family room rug gets heavy use and was really dirty but it looks (and smells) great. This is the second time that Carey has cleaned the carpets and I will hire him again."
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Fine Oriental Rug

+1

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Cleaning Llamas
5.0(
11
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at HomeCarpets or Rugs - Clean - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Looking for a trusted couch cleaning service near you or expert furniture cleaning in Chicago and the Northwest Suburbs? Cleaning Llamas offers professional carpet cleaning, couch cleaning, upholstery cleaning, area rug cleaning, and mattress cleaning services across Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Schaumburg, Wheeling, and surrounding areas. We specialize in deep stain removal, pet stain and odor elimination (including cat and dog urine), and allergen reduction using eco-friendly, kid- and pet-safe methods. As a locally owned business trusted by homeowners and businesses alike, we pride ourselves on transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Call Cleaning Llamas today for reliable, same-day carpet and upholstery cleaning!

Chair Stain Removal
Couch cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Ink Stain on Carpet
Steam Cleaned Sofa

+5

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Second City Home Services
4.9(
15
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean - For BusinessCarpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"When Tom showed me how much dirt his machine removed from our carpets, I couldn t believe it. We chose the Chem-Dry service because we didn t want harmful chemicals in our house. We couldn t be happier with Tom s work or the results. He was also courteous and professional throughout the process."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Duct Heroes LLC
5.0(
3
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Duct Heroes is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Carpet Cleaning FAQs, answered by experts

Eventually, vomit odors will go away on their own. However, it can take weeks for that to happen—unpleasant weeks. Using baking soda or commercially available carpet cleaner according to product directions will speed up the process. 

The recommended solution is to use a brand-name stain remover you trust in your machine. However, you can make an upholstery cleaning solution using a mixture of hot water, vinegar, and dish soap.

Ozone smoke removal uses an ozone generator to eliminate stubborn odors from sources like house fires, wildfires, or cigarette smoke. Ozone (O3) is a highly reactive, unstable gas that neutralizes odors by oxidizing the organic compounds it comes into contact with. During this oxidation process, ozone "donates" its extra oxygen molecule to the smoke particles, effectively eliminating their smell, with oxygen being the primary byproduct. While ozone can be effective for removing smoke smells from building materials and belongings like wood furniture, this treatment is best left to a professional, as improper use of an ozone generator can be dangerous to your health.

You can use chlorine bleach to lighten a colored carpet or clean a white carpet. Bleach will naturally lighten your carpet no matter its color; however, there’s no guarantee the color will be even throughout the carpeting.

If you decide to lighten your carpet with bleach, apply it using a carpet cleaner to provide a more even application. After applying it, be sure to suction it out from the carpet fibers and rinse thoroughly with clean water.

Do not mix bleach with vinegar, ammonia, acidic liquids, or other cleaners or detergents as toxic fumes result from the chemical reaction. Mix bleach only with water to avoid dangerous chemical reactions. Even mixed with water to dilute it, bleach can still be harmful to your skin, eyes, and lungs.

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