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Avatar for Montalbano Inc
Montalbano Inc
4.7(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1923

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"The upholstery repairs are excellent. The company owner and reps were very professional and accommodating. I would hire again and definitely refer them to friends."
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+7

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Rhino Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
Rhino Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
5.0(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I?m extremely happy with the upholstery cleaning service I received. My furniture had a few old stains and general wear from everyday use, and now it looks refreshed and well cared for again. The technicians were polite, attentive, and explained the process before starting. Everything was done carefully and professionally. You can really tell they take pride in their work."
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Armchairs Deep Clean
Armchairs Deep Clean
3 Couches Deep Clean

+28

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
138 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Adams Carpet Care
4.9(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John Adams and his associate did a great job. Picked my rugs up, cleaned them beautifully and relaid them in 7 days. Professional, on time - will recommend them to all my relatives and friends. Thanks Adams Carpet Care"
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+24

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Cleaning Llamas
5.0(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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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!

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Couch cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
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Steam Cleaned Sofa

+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carey the Carpet Cleaner
4.1(
137
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Casey did a very thorough job of cleaning our area rug, upholstered chair and ottoman that were very dirty and stained. As others have mentioned, he is quite talkative, so be prepared to spend extra time socializing."
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Fine Oriental Rug

+1

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Second City Home Services
4.9(
15
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional, courteous, came on time. the pet odor was taken care of in the back bedroom. Stains removed, carpet looked clean and fresh. I had Tom redo the bottom three stairs to the den. This carpet is a Berber and did not clean as well as the other stairwell. The Berber Carpet is a much tighter weave. The entire carpet took longer to dry than the stated 2 to 4 hours. Would recommend this company for carpet and furniture cleaning, Review by Barb M. in Bolingbrook, IL"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Upholstering questions, answered by experts

You should consider the time needed to clean and prepare your bedroom set for transit. A few days before moving, vacuum, dust, and clean your furniture with a mild cleaning solution. Depending on the movers and the services you pick, you might need to pre-pack the mattress and box spring in boxes designed for beds and disassemble some furniture by removing doors and hardware. Finally, don’t forget to take plenty of pictures documenting the pre-move condition in case you need to file a claim.

Interior and exterior door openings are typically 80 inches high, with openings 29¼ inches wide for interior doors and 35 inches wide for exterior doors. If your couch is smaller than these measurements, it should fit through the door frame.

Reupholstering an old or antique chair can be worthwhile if the frame is still sturdy and the piece has sentimental or monetary value. Reupholstery often costs less than buying a high-quality new chair, and you can customize the look. However, extensive repairs or rare fabrics may increase the total cost.

As with any project, weighing the pros and cons of upholstery can help determine if that is the right choice for you. The ultimate question is whether it’s worth reupholstering instead of buying new furniture. Here are a few of the benefits and disadvantages of reupholstering a piece of furniture.

Pros:

  • Preserving a family heirloom

  • Maintaining high-quality furniture in good condition

  • Reinventing an old piece of furniture

  • Keeping a piece of furniture from going to a landfill

Cons:

  • Spending (possibly) more than to buy a new piece of furniture

  • Finding out the frame is beyond repair

  • Waiting for the reupholstery work to be done

When deciding whether to repair, reupholster, or replace old furniture, consider its age, quality, level of wear, and overall value, including sentimental attachment. In many cases, it is more affordable to reupholster or repair furniture than to replace it, especially for antique, vintage, or discontinued pieces.

Older furniture is often made from durable hardwoods like oak and maple, giving it a longer lifespan than newer furniture, which frequently uses lower-quality materials such as plywood or medium-density fiberboard (MDF). Because of this, repairing or reupholstering a well-made older piece is often a worthwhile investment.

To determine the best course of action from a financial perspective, compare quotes from local furniture repair services with the price of a new, similar piece. Reupholstery may not be cost-effective for furniture that was originally inexpensive (e.g., under $300). For high-quality or sentimental items, however, it is an excellent way to preserve the piece and extend its life. If you're unsure, a furniture reupholstery specialist can help you evaluate the piece and make an informed decision.

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