We find the source — urine in the pad, smoke in the fibers, moisture under the carpet — and neutralize it instead of masking it.
Wet dog, damp wetsuit and a carpet that never quite dries: that is the smell profile behind most odor removal in Encinitas. This is a surf town, and a lot of homes in Leucadia, Old Encinitas and Cardiff-by-the-Sea see dogs coming back from the beach, boards and towels coming in through the living room, and marine-layer mornings that keep everything slightly damp. The result is a sour, musty odor that household sprays only cover for a few hours. Imperial Carpet Cleaning drives about 30 minutes from Point Loma to 92024 and 92007. We identify whether you are dealing with pet urine, mildew or trapped organic soil, treat that source directly with enzymes and hot-water extraction, and leave carpets and upholstery smelling like nothing at all.
Encinitas odors often start outside. A dog that has been rolling in seaweed at the beach or swimming in a lagoon comes home wet and lies on the rug. Salt water, sand and organic matter from the coast work their way into the carpet, and because the air near the ocean is humid, that moisture lingers. Over weeks it turns into the familiar wet-dog smell that gets stronger every time the fibers get damp again. Pet urine adds to it, and the humidity keeps re-activating the salts.
Housing plays a role too. Many cottages in Leucadia and Cardiff are older, compact and not heavily ventilated, so a single room with an odor can affect the whole house. Up in Olivenhain, ranch properties bring a different mix: dogs that spend the day outdoors, muddy boots and sometimes barn or animal smells carried in on clothing. In New Encinitas, the family tract homes see the classic combination of kids, pets and carpeted bedrooms.
Our approach:
For businesses along Coast Highway 101, like shops and studios with carpet or upholstered seating, we can also schedule around opening hours so customers never notice.
Because Encinitas carpet dries more slowly on foggy days, we use airflow after extraction and suggest opening the house up once we leave, which keeps the wet-dog odor from creeping back into freshly cleaned fibers.
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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 Encinitas 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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Wet-dog odor comes from oils, bacteria, salt and organic material that the coat leaves in the fibers, kept active by coastal humidity. We extract the carpet with hot water to remove that residue, treat any urine spots with enzymes and deodorize the areas where the dog rests most. Fast drying matters, because damp carpet brings the smell back.
Urine usually smells sharp and ammonia-like and gets stronger in heat and humidity. Mildew smells earthy and damp, and it is worse in closed rooms or near exterior walls. We check with UV light and look at where the odor is strongest before deciding on the treatment, since each one needs a different approach.
Yes. Olivenhain is part of our regular Encinitas service area. Larger homes with outdoor animals often have mixed odors from dogs, mud and barn smells carried inside. We inspect the problem rooms, treat the sources we find and extract the carpet, and we can also clean upholstered furniture that has picked up the same odors.
We can. Vehicles that carry wet boards, wetsuits and sandy dogs trap a sour, salty smell in the seats and floor carpet, and the sun heats that small space quickly. We treat car, truck and RV interiors by extracting the source from the fabric instead of hanging another air freshener.
Not in Encinitas? We provide the same service across the county. Odor Removal in San Diego.
Tell us what needs cleaning and we’ll give you a clear price before we start.