Can you rent or buy a steam cleaner?

• <div><p>Yes, you can rent or buy a steam cleaner. A heavy-duty steam cleaner costs between <b>$175 and $250</b> at most retail outlets and online. You can also usually rent one for around <b>$40 per day</b>.</p><p>Most of the larger machines you can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/carpet-steam-cleaner-rental-5-things-you-need-know.htm">rent from a hardware or grocery store</a> have a larger water reserve and a heating element. Both operate by moving slowly and methodically over the carpet. Whether you rent or buy a unit, you will want to stay off your carpet for at least <b>12 to 24 hours</b> while they dry.</p></div>

Can I clean an area rug with a hose?

• <div><p>Yes, you can use a hose to clean an area rug. Before you do, it’s a good idea to vacuum out dust and dirt and use a rug brush to remove pet hair and other debris. Just be careful not to be too aggressive, or you’ll damage the material. Bring your area rug outside and wet it evenly with your hose. You can even use a pressure washer on a light setting if you have a new, durable rug. Continue soaking until the water runs clean, and then hang your rug to dry.</p></div>

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Q: Can you deep clean a couch without a machine?

• <div><p>No, you won&rsquo;t be able to deep clean a couch without an upholstery cleaning machine, although it&rsquo;s certainly possible to keep up with everyday furniture cleaning. The water extraction process is what allows the fibers of the upholstery to be thoroughly cleaned, which is something you can&rsquo;t achieve by surface cleaning alone. If you don&rsquo;t have a machine, you may find that <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/diy-or-professional-furniture-cleaning-best.htm">professional upholstery cleaning is worth the cost</a>. </p></div>

Q: What is the best cleaner to remove soot?

• <div><p>The best cleaner to remove soot depends on the surface material and the type of fire, but consider dish soaps or degreasers, baking soda, rubbing alcohol, and hydrogen. Low-oxygen fires often leave behind greasy soot, which is best removed with dish soaps or degreasers. Baking soda can be useful for absorbing soot deposits from carpets, followed by rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide to clean the set-in stains.</p></div>

Q: Will the urine smell eventually go away on their own?

• <div><p>If left untreated, the smell of pet urine may not go away on its own. This is because urine is a surfactant that can penetrate fabric and upholstery, even some porous concrete. Plus, urine attracts bacteria, which can worsen the smell. When dealing with urine on your couch, treat it immediately or pay for the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-hire-house-cleaner.htm">cost of a house cleaner</a>. Most pros charge between $30 and $50 per hour.</p></div>

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Carpenter bros painting did a wonderful amazing job in are home they were very very professional very neat clean and always on time price was great and I highly recommend them too everyone
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Reviewed in October 2024
Justin Lippert of Carpenter Brothers Painting Company of Olean, NY and his Assistant did an excellent job painting the outside of our recently purchased 125-year old house. He is cheerful, easy-going, friendly and has a great attitude. He & his ***'t painted the window shutters up on the 2nd...
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Reviewed in February 2023
Great company with a great attitude and work ethic. Fast work and always cleans up unless you tell him not too. Safety is key to him. Always has an answer for the job. I had branched over my house and when he trimmed it up not a branch fell on the house note touched the house. I highly recommend
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Reviewed in September 2022
Mikita was fantastic! My door was a little tricky, but he was able to get it sorted for me. He replaced the rollers, cleaned and greased the tracks and changed out part of the lock mechanism that was too big for the door. Now my door sides open without pulling the frame from the wall.Mikita was...
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Reviewed in November 2021
Fast reliable service. Work site was cleaned up after words.
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Very professional, efficient, safe! Everything was cleaned up ! Fair price! Will definitely hire them again!
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Contacted us right away and showed up as scheduled. Very friendly and cleaned up when work was done. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
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Very knowledgeable,fasr and they did a great job cleaning up after job was complete. Going to have them back in fall for trimmng and winterizing thanks again great job!
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Pressure Line

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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pressure line has great customer service and very attentive. They also did a great job washing my carpets literally got all the dirt and stains out."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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K and J's Cleaning Business

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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

K and J's Cleaning Business, 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.\n

Response time10 mins

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Acosta Cleaning comes with years of experience, customer service, and attention to detail. We are happy to take on both residential and commercial cleaning projects, and are happily serving the Wellsville area. Reach out today for a cleaning job done right!

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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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Welcome to Just Like New Professional Cleaning Company. We have been proudly serving the local area and we are excited to work with you. Contact us today for quality service, at an affordable rate. At Just Like New Professional Cleaning Company, we treat your home as if it were our own. So call for a free estimate today!

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Quinn's Rug & Upholstery Cleaning Facebook

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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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Since 1989, Quinn's Rug & Upholstery Cleaning prides itself by doing the job right the first time. In the words of the immortal Bart Starr: "Nothing is worth doing unless you do it right"! That is exactly how we do business - "right the first time". Please give us a call. You won't be disappointed!

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Dust Off

New to Angi

Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Small jobs welcome

Dust Off is your locally owned and operated painting, carpet cleaning and pressure washing company serving the Wingdale metro area. When in a pinch and want the best contractor in town, call Miguel today for your free estimate!

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Maya sub cleaning servuces

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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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YICP Services is proud to be serving the area with expert services, with your satisfaction as our ultimate goal. With over 10 years of experience in our area of expertise, you can rest assured that your project will receive the high quality craftsmanship that only experience can bring. Call on us today, you will be glad you did!

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M-J Cleaning Services

New to Angi

Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Are you needing to get your home clean, but just don't have the time to give your home the cleaning attention that it deserves? We pride ourselves on the quality of work that we provide to our homeowners, and can't wait to bring our clean touch to your home.

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Mingle's Janitorial Services

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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

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Ryan John Maid Service

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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity,\n and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best \nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project.\nWe look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

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Carpet Cleaning questions, answered by experts

No, you won’t be able to deep clean a couch without an upholstery cleaning machine, although it’s certainly possible to keep up with everyday furniture cleaning. The water extraction process is what allows the fibers of the upholstery to be thoroughly cleaned, which is something you can’t achieve by surface cleaning alone. If you don’t have a machine, you may find that professional upholstery cleaning is worth the cost.

The best cleaner to remove soot depends on the surface material and the type of fire, but consider dish soaps or degreasers, baking soda, rubbing alcohol, and hydrogen. Low-oxygen fires often leave behind greasy soot, which is best removed with dish soaps or degreasers. Baking soda can be useful for absorbing soot deposits from carpets, followed by rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide to clean the set-in stains.

Yes, you can rent or buy a steam cleaner. A heavy-duty steam cleaner costs between $175 and $250 at most retail outlets and online. You can also usually rent one for around $40 per day.

Most of the larger machines you can rent from a hardware or grocery store have a larger water reserve and a heating element. Both operate by moving slowly and methodically over the carpet. Whether you rent or buy a unit, you will want to stay off your carpet for at least 12 to 24 hours while they dry.

Yes, you can use a hose to clean an area rug. Before you do, it’s a good idea to vacuum out dust and dirt and use a rug brush to remove pet hair and other debris. Just be careful not to be too aggressive, or you’ll damage the material. Bring your area rug outside and wet it evenly with your hose. You can even use a pressure washer on a light setting if you have a new, durable rug. Continue soaking until the water runs clean, and then hang your rug to dry.

If left untreated, the smell of pet urine may not go away on its own. This is because urine is a surfactant that can penetrate fabric and upholstery, even some porous concrete. Plus, urine attracts bacteria, which can worsen the smell. When dealing with urine on your couch, treat it immediately or pay for the cost of a house cleaner. Most pros charge between $30 and $50 per hour.

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