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!
Read on Google →Water Damage Restoration in Encinitas, CA
Fast water extraction, structural drying and carpet restoration after leaks, overflows and floods.
- Free assessment
- Kid & pet safe
- About 30 minutes from our shop
Water Damage Restoration in Encinitas at a glance
Imperial Carpet Cleaning provides professional water damage restoration in Encinitas, CA (92024, 92007). It is a family-owned local company operating since 2006, about 30 minutes from its Point Loma shop. Method: water category check, extraction from carpet, pad and hard floors, structural drying with air movers and dehumidifiers, anti-microbial treatment. Pricing: free assessment, published on the website. Products are eco-friendly and safe for kids and pets. The company is rated 5.0 stars from 266 Google reviews. Book online in about two minutes or call 858-688-2246 (Monday–Saturday, 8 am–5 pm).
- Provider
- Imperial Carpet Cleaning — family-owned, serving San Diego County since 2006
- Service area
- Leucadia, Old Encinitas, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Olivenhain, New Encinitas · ZIP 92024, 92007
- What we clean
- Appliance and supply-line leaks, slab leaks, storm leaks and minor flooding
- Method
- Water category check, extraction from carpet, pad and hard floors, structural drying with air movers and dehumidifiers, anti-microbial treatment
- Price
- Free assessment · clear quote before work starts
- Timing
- Call as soon as water is found — same-day or next-day service when the schedule allows
- Safety
- Eco-friendly, zero-residue products, safe for kids and pets
- Hours
- Monday–Saturday, 8 am–5 pm · about 30 minutes from our Point Loma shop
- Reviews
- 5.0 ★ from 266 Google reviews
- Book
- Online (instant confirmation) or 858-688-2246
Water damage restoration in Encinitas has to account for older, smaller homes built close to the ground and close to the ocean. A Leucadia cottage on a raised foundation, a Cardiff-by-the-Sea home with a bedroom tucked under the living level, or an Olivenhain ranch house with long irrigation and supply runs each fail differently when water gets in. Add the marine layer, which keeps coastal air damp much of the year, and a leak that would dry in a few days inland can linger here. We drive up from Point Loma in about 30 minutes, extract standing water with truck-mounted equipment, dry the structure and treat affected materials to prevent mold. Our assessment is free. Stop the source and call 858-688-2246 as soon as possible.
What’s included in our water damage restoration service
- Damage assessment and moisture mapping
- Standing-water extraction
- Carpet and pad evaluation (save or replace)
- Structural drying of floors and walls
- Anti-microbial treatment to prevent mold
- Final cleaning and deodorizing
Coastal cottages, crawlspaces and storm runoff in Encinitas
Much of Old Encinitas and Leucadia was built as modest beach housing decades ago, and plenty of those cottages sit on raised foundations with a crawlspace underneath. When a pipe leaks under the house or storm runoff flows toward the foundation, water collects below the floor where nobody sees it. The carpet above may feel only slightly damp while the subfloor and joists stay wet for weeks. A musty smell that appears after the first rains is often the first sign.
Homes in Cardiff and New Encinitas are more likely to be on slabs, where the typical losses are water heaters, washing machines and slab leaks. Several neighborhoods sit on slopes, so heavy winter rain can push water under doors on the downhill side. In Olivenhain, larger properties with irrigation systems, outbuildings and long water lines see a different problem: a break outside can send water into a room with carpet, and the source is not always obvious. Businesses along Coast Highway 101 call us too, often after a roof leak or a back-room plumbing failure.
Surf culture brings its own small contribution. Wet wetsuits, towels and dogs coming in from the beach will not flood a house, but they keep entry carpet and pad damp enough that, when a real leak happens, those areas are already primed for odor. Our process covers the whole picture: moisture mapping, including checking below raised floors when needed, thorough extraction, dehumidification sized for coastal humidity, anti-microbial treatment, and an honest save-or-replace recommendation on the carpet and pad, explained before anything leaves the house.
Neighborhoods we serve in Encinitas
- Leucadia
- Old Encinitas
- Cardiff-by-the-Sea
- Olivenhain
- New Encinitas
- 92024
- 92007
Our water damage restoration process in Encinitas
- AssessWe map the wet area, identify the water source and category.
- ExtractStanding water is removed from carpet, pad and hard floors.
- DryAir movers and dehumidification dry floors and lower walls.
- Treat & cleanAnti-microbial treatment, deodorizing and a final clean.
Recent water damage jobs
Photos from our own jobs around San Diego County — no stock images.




Water Damage Restoration in Encinitas: priced after a quick look
Free assessment. Tell us what happened and we’ll give you a clear number before any work starts, or book a visit online and we’ll confirm the details by phone.
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.
Water damage prevention for Encinitas homes near the coast
- If your cottage has a crawlspace, look under the house after the first big storm each winter; standing water or damp soil there needs attention before it becomes an odor.
- Keep gutters and downspouts clear and pointed away from the foundation, especially on the downhill side of sloped lots in Cardiff and Leucadia.
- In Olivenhain, know where your irrigation and main water shut-offs are, and walk the property after a suspiciously high water bill.
- Give wet surf gear a spot on tile or in the garage rather than on entry carpet, so a future leak does not hit pad that is already damp.
What San Diego customers say about us
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.
Read on Google →Yuriel with Imperial Carpet Care came and did a fantastic job. He was pleasant to work with and very professional. We would definitely recommend this company and Yuriel and will be using them again in the future.
Read on Google →They were on time they were fast efficient and courteous that describes Iris and team we will definitely be using them again. 👍
Read on Google →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!
Read on Google →Exceptional experience with Imperial Carpet Cleaning! They did a fantastic job cleaning our carpets and sectional. I especially appreciated the extra care they took to protect our home. They laid down protective mats to keep our floors clean and prevent any damage, and put up barriers to protect our walls from the hoses. The scheduling and communication were just as impressive. I called yesterday afternoon, and they were at our home by 10 AM this morning! I also received a text letting me know they were on their way. From start to finish, everything was professional, prompt, and seamless. It’s not often you find a company that takes this much pride in their work and cares about your home. Nothing but a great experience. I highly recommend Imperial Carpet Cleaning!
Read on Google →Very good service and quality! Thank you Uriel for your service
Read on Google →Impressive service by Uriel and David. Very cost effective as well. They took out some tough stains. I would use them again!
Read on Google →I have used imperial carpet cleaning in the past. They are excellent.
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Water Damage Restoration in Encinitas: FAQs
My Leucadia cottage smells musty after the rains, but the carpet is dry. Why?
That often points to moisture below the floor, either in the crawlspace or in the subfloor itself. Surface carpet can feel dry while the layers underneath stay damp. We use moisture meters to check the carpet, pad and subfloor, and look at the crawlspace if needed, before recommending drying or treatment.
Does coastal humidity really affect drying time?
Yes. Encinitas air near the coast often carries a lot of moisture, especially on marine-layer mornings, so opening windows can actually slow drying. We use dehumidifiers to pull moisture out of the indoor air and check readings as we go, rather than relying on fans and open doors.
Storm water came in under my door from the yard. Can the carpet be kept?
Water that flowed across soil, landscaping or a patio before entering is generally treated as contaminated, because it picks up dirt and bacteria along the way. The pad under affected carpet is usually removed, and whether the carpet stays depends on how long it sat and its condition. We explain the reasoning during the assessment.
Do you handle water damage in shops along Coast Highway 101?
Yes. Storefronts and small offices get roof leaks, back-room plumbing failures and storm intrusion just like homes. We can extract, dry and treat the affected area and work with you on timing so the business can reopen as soon as the space is safe and dry.
Who provides professional water damage restoration in Encinitas, CA?
Imperial Carpet Cleaning provides professional water damage restoration in Encinitas, CA (92024, 92007). It is a family-owned local company operating since 2006, about 30 minutes from its Point Loma shop. Method: water category check, extraction from carpet, pad and hard floors, structural drying with air movers and dehumidifiers, anti-microbial treatment. Pricing: free assessment, published on the website. Products are eco-friendly and safe for kids and pets. The company is rated 5.0 stars from 266 Google reviews. Book online in about two minutes or call 858-688-2246 (Monday–Saturday, 8 am–5 pm).
How much does water damage restoration cost in Encinitas?
Free assessment with Imperial Carpet Cleaning. Every job is quoted after a look at the space, and you get a clear number before any work starts. Full price list: https://imperialcarpetclean.com/pricing/.
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