Humidity
Damp, muggy days slow drying. Dry winter air and running air conditioning speed it up.
Carpet care guide
How long does carpet take to dry after cleaning?
With our low-moisture process, carpet typically dries in about 1.5 to 2 hours under ordinary conditions. Heavily saturated methods put more water into the carpet, so their dry time depends much more on the equipment and the home.
1.5–2 hoursTypical dry time
Less moistureCarpet is not soaked
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Why it varies
Four things decide how fast carpet dries.
The same cleaning can dry faster in one room than another. These are the factors that matter most.
Airflow
Moving air carries moisture away. A room with a running fan dries faster than a closed-off room.
Carpet construction
Thick, dense or long-pile carpet holds moisture longer than low, tight carpet.
Soil and spots
Heavily soiled traffic lanes and treated spots may get extra attention, so those areas can take a little longer.
Speed it up
Simple ways to help carpet dry faster.
Keep air moving
Set the thermostat fan to “on,” turn on ceiling fans, and point a box fan across the room if you have one.
Control humidity
In humid weather, air conditioning or a dehumidifier helps more than opening windows.
Walk carefully
Wait until the carpet feels dry to the touch. If you need to cross it sooner, wear clean socks or shoe covers instead of street shoes.
Pets and furniture
Keep pets off until the carpet is dry. Put furniture back once the carpet is dry so legs don’t sit on damp fibers.
Dry time is typical, not guaranteed. It varies with the carpet and the conditions in your home.
Book a cleaning
Clear prices, weekday appointments.
The $99 standard package covers up to five rooms, two hallways and one standard staircase, or $149 with pet treatment. A small package starts at $75, and each additional area is $15. Plus applicable tax. Appointments are Monday through Friday.
Ready when you are
Pick a weekday time online.
Booking opens our scheduler, Housecall Pro. It asks for your address first to check that you’re in our service area; that check doesn’t book or charge anything. Then you choose the service and a weekday time, and you get a text confirmation. No payment to book.