Chem-Dry vs. Steam Cleaning

One of the most common questions we receive here at Chem-Dry is ‘what is the difference between Chem-Dry’s cleaning process and steam cleaning’. There are several differences that explain why Chem-Dry’s hot carbonated cleaning system offers a deeper, faster drying and healthier carpet cleaning experience than steam cleaners.

Typical steam cleaning services spray an excessive amount of water filled with soaps and detergents into your carpets, leaving them wet for several days. This process can create an unhealthy breeding ground for mold, mildew and bacteria. Also, a sticky residue is left behind from the soaps causing your carpets to attract dirt much faster.

Here at Chem-Dry our cleaning process is more advanced. Our carbonated cleaning solution employs millions of microscopic bubbles into your carpet fibers that literally explode the dirt off. By using this cleaning solution Chem-Dry is able to use only 30% of the amount of water that a typical steam cleaner uses. After the carbonation (bubbles) lifts the dirt to the surface of your carpets, our cleaning equipment extracts the dirt and moisture from your carpet.

The result of our cleaning process is a deeper, healthier clean that dries in only 1-3 hours. No dirt attracting residue is left behind, so your carpets stay drier, longer.