Four to six hours for most jobs, and we bring air movers to speed it up. Upholstery is usually usable the same evening; we check the moisture level with a meter before we leave, so nothing stays damp overnight.

Yes. We treat the padding and backing, not just the surface, with an enzyme solution that breaks the odor source down instead of masking it. Old, repeated accidents may need a second pass — we will tell you honestly on site.

Cotton, linen, microfiber, chenille, velvet, synthetic blends, wool and silk. Delicate and natural fibers get a low-moisture method, and we always test for colorfastness in a hidden spot before anything touches the visible fabric.

Most rugs are cleaned right where they lie. Heavily soiled wool, silk or hand-knotted rugs do better in our workshop — we pick up, clean, dry flat and deliver back, usually within a week.

We serve the entire city — from Rogers Park down to Hyde Park — plus the near suburbs: Evanston, Oak Park, Skokie, Cicero, Berwyn and Naperville. Not sure about your ZIP code? Just ask.

Some deep stains wick back up as the pile dries. Tell us within 14 days and we return to re-treat the spot free of charge. Our team is background-checked and we are licensed, bonded and insured in the State of Illinois.

Yes — that's a core part of what we do. Book a one-off deep clean, a move-in or move-out, a short-let turnover, or a recurring weekly or fortnightly visit. We bring our own equipment and supplies.