Stain-specific chemistry for wine, coffee, pet accidents, rust, ink and grease — on carpet, rugs, upholstery and mattresses.
Stain removal in Carmel Valley often starts with a light-colored carpet or a large sectional that was chosen before kids and pets fully weighed in. Upscale family homes in Pacific Highlands Ranch, Torrey Hills and Del Mar Mesa have a lot of cream, oatmeal and gray surfaces, and every juice box, coffee cup and muddy paw shows up. Imperial Carpet Cleaning drives about 25 minutes from Point Loma to 92130 to treat those stains on carpet, rugs, upholstery and mattresses. We identify each stain and each fabric, because performance fabrics and light carpet do not always behave the way their labels promise, and we extract everything with a zero-residue rinse. Our solutions are safe for kids and pets once dry.
Performance fabrics are popular in Carmel Valley, and they do resist many water-based spills. But they are not stain-proof. Oils from snacks, lotion, sunscreen and pet bodies can still cling to them, and many performance fabrics are made from polyester or olefin, which naturally attract oil. When that oil builds up, it holds soil and shows as gray or yellow patches on seat cushions and armrests. We use an oil-cutting pre-treatment and a fabric-appropriate rinse, after checking the fabric code and testing the dye.
Light carpet in family rooms and bedrooms shows everything: red juice, chocolate, markers, slime and the pet accident that happened while everyone was at soccer practice. Chocolate is a combination of oil, protein and color, so it needs more than one treatment step. Markers vary between washable and permanent. We sort each stain into its family and treat them in the right order before extraction. Busy school-year schedules mean stains often sit for a while, so we also remove residue from any quick fixes that were tried along the way.
Marine-layer mornings slow drying in some homes, especially near the Torrey Pines area, which raises the chance of wicking. We use strong extraction and controlled moisture to keep spots from reappearing. Sectionals are a big part of the job here: a 3-piece sectional starts at $299 and a large U sectional at $369 if you want the whole piece cleaned along with the stain work. Mattresses in kids' rooms are another frequent request; after evaluation, from $149, we treat juice, sweat and accidents with low moisture so the inner layers stay dry.
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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 Carmel Valley 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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No. Performance fabrics resist many water-based spills, but many are polyester or olefin, which attract oils. Lotion, sunscreen, snacks and pet body oils can build up and hold dirt. We treat those areas with an oil-cutting pre-treatment and a fabric-appropriate rinse after checking the fabric code.
Usually. Chocolate contains oil, protein and color, so we treat it in steps: remove solids, dissolve the oil, treat the protein and then address any remaining color before extraction. Fresh chocolate often lifts completely. Chocolate that was rubbed in or treated with hot water may take more work.
Yes. We treat individual stains and clean the whole sectional if you want. A 3-piece starts at $299 and a large U sectional at $369. We check the fabric code and test the dye first so we use the right method for your upholstery.
Usually. Washable markers are water-based, and most lift with the right spotter and extraction. Permanent markers are alcohol- or solvent-based and need a different approach. We test the ink first and lift it gradually by blotting, which prevents it from spreading into a larger spot.
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