Truck-mounted hot-water extraction that pulls out the soil, allergens and odors vacuuming leaves behind.
Carpet cleaning La Mesa homes need is shaped by two things: hot, dusty summers and a lot of carpet that has been down for a long time. Mid-century ranch houses in Rolando and near Lake Murray, view homes on Mount Helix and apartments close to the trolley all collect fine inland dust that sinks into the pile and, eventually, into aging padding. Our truck-mounted hot-water extraction reaches that dust at the base of the carpet and rinses it out with no residue left behind. We are about 20 minutes from La Mesa Village, and our non-toxic solutions are safe for kids and pets once the carpet is dry. Bedrooms start at $49.
A lot of La Mesa was built in the 1950s and 60s, and many of those ranch homes have had carpet replaced once or twice since, sometimes over padding that is much older than the carpet itself. Old padding breaks down into a crumbly layer that holds dust and odors, and it gives carpet a flat, tired feel no matter how often it is vacuumed. We check how the carpet and pad respond during our walk-through, and we adjust moisture so we clean thoroughly without overloading a pad that is past its prime.
Summer is the other factor. La Mesa is warmer than the coast, and when the air conditioning runs all day, windows stay shut and the same dusty air circulates through the house. Fine dust settles along baseboards and under doors, leaving the dark lines people often mistake for stains. That is called filtration soiling, and it comes from air being pulled through the carpet edge. We pre-treat those lines and work them with a hand tool before extraction; they usually improve a great deal.
On Mount Helix, homes are larger, often with wide living rooms facing the view and strong afternoon sun. Light carpet in those rooms can fade unevenly, and we will tell you if discoloration is sun damage rather than soil. In the Grossmont area and around the trolley, apartment renters often call us before moving out; we clean quickly and can provide a receipt for your landlord. The good news about the inland heat is drying: on a warm afternoon with the windows open, many La Mesa carpets are dry toward the short end of our 3–6 hour range.
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| Service | Price (each) |
|---|---|
| Studio (minimum charge)Minimum charge. No further discounts. | $179 |
| Bedroom | $49 |
| Master bedroom | $55 |
| Large master bedroom | $69 |
| Living room | $55 |
| Large living room | $69 |
| Living–dining room combination | $109 |
| Family room | $55 |
| Large family room | $69 |
| Dining room | $49 |
| Large dining room | $59 |
| One set of stairs | $69 |
Same prices in La Mesa as the rest of San Diego County. Minimum charge $179 (up to 3 areas). Prices may vary without notice. See the full price list.
We have used Imperial Carpet Care service several times throughout the years and they did a great job this time as always. The communication was easy and the service team was very professional. They helped removed some pet and coffee stains that have been there for a couple of years too. Highly recommend and would definitely hire again!
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Uriel was very personable. He did a great job. The carpet was pretty dirty and now clean! He was on time and let me know when he arrived. I will definitely use Imperial again.
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Uriel worked on our pool house carpet and white couch after a big 4th of July party. All back to being clean again! Our staircase looks great too!
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Been a returning customer for years! Always does a great job! My patio furniture and carpet ready for the new year! Thank you guys for squeezing me in. See you next month for my couches ♥️ Sincerely, You're dedicated customer
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I had a great experience with Imperial Carpet Cleaning! From the beginning, they were incredibly kind, professional, and accommodating. They were able to fit me in quickly for an estimate, gave me a very fair price, and then scheduled the cleaning soon after in a way that worked perfectly with my schedule. They did a fantastic job cleaning my LVP floors and two couches, and everything looks so much better! I really appreciated how easy and pleasant the entire process was. Great service, great communication, fair pricing, and excellent results. I would absolutely recommend Imperial Carpet Cleaning!
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This was a very professional team And their Work was impeccable. The final product was immaculate!
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Great service every time! Uriel and his coworker are always friendly, helpful, and attentive. They always do a great job. Highly recommend them! Excellent service every time! Uriel and his partner are very kind, attentive, and always willing to help. They do an excellent job. I highly recommend them!
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They did a very good job! First the woman on the phone Iris was very helpful and booked us for the very next morning. The workers were punctual and friendly and bilingual and did a great job. We had a smaller space so they only took about thirty minutes which was perfect for us because we had to get to work. We are pleased with the outcome.
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Very professional and answer phone for any questions you have,thank you
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They are usually filtration soiling. When air moves under doors and along the edges of the room, the carpet acts like a filter and catches fine dust and soot. It is common in La Mesa homes that run the air conditioning all summer. We pre-treat those lines and work them by hand, and most improve noticeably.
Yes. We look at the carpet and pad condition first and control the amount of water we use so the pad is not soaked. Cleaning removes dust and odors from the carpet itself. If the pad has broken down badly, we will tell you, since only replacing it can restore that cushioned feel.
Yes. Many renters near the trolley and in Grossmont need proof of professional carpet cleaning for their deposit, and we give you a receipt listing the rooms and date. We accept cash, credit card, Venmo or Zelle. Try to book a few days before your final walk-through so the carpet is completely dry.
In a good way. Warm, dry air helps carpet dry faster, so many La Mesa homes are toward the short end of our 3–6 hour range, especially with windows open or the air conditioning running. Thick carpet and cooler winter days take longer. Keep furniture off the carpet until it is completely dry.
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