We find the source — urine in the pad, smoke in the fibers, moisture under the carpet — and neutralize it instead of masking it.
Chula Vista is two climates in one city, and odor removal in Chula Vista depends on which side you are on. West of I-805, established homes around Third Avenue Village, Castle Park and the Bayfront sit close to the bay, where humid air keeps carpet damp and musty odors are common. East of it, in Rancho del Rey and Sunbow, drier inland air and warmer summers make pet urine the main issue. Local businesses along Third Avenue add food and foot-traffic odors to the mix. Imperial Carpet Cleaning is about 20 minutes from Point Loma and serves every Chula Vista ZIP code. We inspect, identify the true source of the smell and remove it with enzymes and truck-mounted extraction, never with a cover-up fragrance.
West Chula Vista. Homes here are older, many built in the mid-20th century, and they sit in the humid air coming off San Diego Bay. Carpet laid decades ago over original pads, rooms with limited ventilation and closets on exterior walls can all develop a persistent musty smell. When pets are added, the humidity keeps urine odor active year-round. Around Castle Park and near the Bayfront, we often extract, treat and dry a home where both mildew and pet odors are present, and we tell homeowners when a pad has reached the end of its life.
East Chula Vista. In Rancho del Rey, Sunbow and the newer communities further east, the carpet is younger, the air is drier and the problem is almost always pets. Accidents in upstairs bedrooms and lofts may not show on the surface but spread in the pad. Summer heat brings the smell out. UV detection, enzyme treatment and extraction clear it before it becomes permanent.
Businesses. Shops, salons, offices and restaurants along Third Avenue Village deal with odors in carpeted floors and fabric seating from food, drinks and heavy foot traffic. We treat these areas outside business hours when possible.
Whichever side of the city you are on, we explain what we found and what we recommend before any treatment begins, so there are no surprises on the bill. Most carpet dries within 3 to 6 hours, and usually faster on the drier east side.
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| Add-on | Price |
|---|---|
| Brush machine — deep cleaningRecommended for high-traffic areas. | $25 per area |
| Spot treatment | $25 per area |
| Carpet protector | $25 per area |
| Deodorizer | $19 per area |
| Cleaning and restoration | $19 per area |
| Pet urine removal treatment (P.U.R.T.)Area evaluation required for pricing. | Quote |
| Difficult set-up3rd floor or higher / far from the parking spot. | $49 per job |
| Portable machine set-upNo water connection, high-rise, distant or no parking access. | $89 per job |
| 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 |
Same prices in Chula Vista 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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Imperial Carpet Clean San Diego exceeded my expectations! 🌟 Their team was professional, efficient, and left my carpets looking fresh and spotless. Great customer service, fair pricing, and quick drying time. I highly recommend them for a deep, thorough clean!
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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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Homes near the bay live with higher humidity, and older carpet pads absorb and hold that moisture. Mildew and bacteria grow and create the musty smell. We extract and dry the carpet quickly, and if the pad is too old or saturated, we will tell you honestly. Better airflow afterward helps keep it away.
Yes. Cats often choose hidden spots such as closet corners and behind furniture. We use UV light to find every spot, apply enzyme treatment to digest the urine salts and extract the carpet. Cat urine is strong, so very old or repeated spots sometimes need a second treatment once the carpet has dried.
We do. Restaurants, salons, offices and shops often have odors in carpet and fabric seating from food, drinks and foot traffic. We identify the source, treat it and extract it, and we can schedule before opening or after closing so your customers are not affected.
All of them, including Third Avenue Village, Castle Park, the Bayfront, Rancho del Rey, Sunbow and the eastern communities, across ZIP codes 91910, 91911, 91913, 91914 and 91915. Chula Vista is about 20 minutes from our office in Point Loma, and same-day or next-day appointments are often available.
Not in Chula Vista? We provide the same service across the county. Odor Removal in San Diego.
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