Ernie's Carpet Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
& Home Services in Redwood City and the Bay Area
Carpet Cleaning
Our Proven 5-Step Process
Replacing carpets because of stains, dirt, or odors can be very costly. At Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners, we help extend the life of your carpets with our professional cleaning service—making them look fresh, clean, and almost like new, all at an affordable price.
Our technicians follow a five-step cleaning process using advanced, truck-mounted equipment to remove deep dirt, allergens, and stains. Here’s how we do it:
Before we begin, our team carefully inspects your carpet to identify its material, construction, and condition. This allows us to determine the safest and most effective cleaning method tailored to your specific carpet.
We apply specialized cleaning agents to problem areas and high-traffic zones. Each spot is analyzed to determine its source—whether it’s food, drink, or pet-related—so we can use the most effective treatment for long-lasting results.
Using powerful steam cleaning equipment, we inject a cleaning solution deep into the carpet fibers. This process breaks down and lifts embedded dirt, allergens, oil-based stains, and residues. The hot water extraction method then flushes everything out, leaving your carpet truly deep-cleaned.
To ensure no cleaning solution remains, we apply a fiber rinse that leaves your carpet soft and residue-free. Our professional air movers help speed up drying time, so your carpets are ready to enjoy sooner.Upholstery Cleaning
Fresh, Clean & Comfortable
Your furniture is more than decoration—it’s where you live, relax, and welcome family and friends. Over time, upholstered pieces like sofas, chairs, and sectionals naturally collect dust, dirt, body oils, and allergens. Everyday use, pet hair, and accidental spills can also cause fabrics to look faded, stained, or worn. Regular vacuuming helps, but it can’t reach deep into the fibers where contaminants build up.
At Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners, we specialize in professional upholstery care that restores both everyday furniture and fine furniture pieces. Our trained technicians carefully evaluate each item, identifying the fabric and condition before selecting the safest, most effective cleaning method. Whether it’s durable microfiber, classic cotton, natural wool, or delicate materials like silk and velvet, we have the expertise to protect your investment while removing stubborn dirt, odors, and stains.
We use eco-friendly solutions and advanced cleaning systems that reach deep into the fibers, safely lifting contaminants without harming the fabric. This process not only refreshes the appearance of your furniture but also improves indoor air quality and extends the life of your pieces—especially valuable for fine furniture and heirloom items.
✨ Bring your furniture back to life! Contact Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners today to schedule your professional upholstery cleaning or request a free estimate.
What is Bonnet / Spin-Pad Carpet Cleaning?
What’s the Difference?
Bonnet—sometimes sold as “dry” or “low-moisture” cleaning—uses a rotary machine fitted with an absorbent cotton or synthetic pad. The pad is lightly moistened with a detergent solution and glides over the carpet, picking up surface soil as it spins. Pads are changed repeatedly to keep the appearance of freshness and to limit re-depositing dirt.
Because no strong vacuum extraction follows, the carpet dries in about an hour, making the method popular for offices, retail aisles and apartments that must stay open. The trade-off is that only the top third of the fiber is actually cleaned; deeper sand, allergens and oily residues remain behind. For this reason carpet mills list bonnet as “interim maintenance,” not as a substitute for hot-water extraction.
Possible side-effects you should know:
– Swirl marks can appear on plush or twist-pile carpets if the pad becomes over-saturated or if too much pressure is used.
– Optical brighteners added to some bonnet solutions can leave a permanent yellow cast once the fluorescent coating wears off.
– Residual detergent may act like a magnet for new dirt, causing the carpet to re-soil faster unless a thorough vacuum or future extraction is performed.
We include bonnet in our menu for clients who need a quick, budget-friendly freshening before a sale, open-house or scheduled inspection. When you choose this service we pre-vacuum, apply an encapsulating pre-spray and flip or replace pads every 150 sq ft to reduce these risks. We still recommend a full hot-water extraction at least once every 12–18 months to protect your warranty and keep the carpet’s interior pile clean. If your carpet is new, high-pile or under manufacturer warranty, let us confirm that bonnet is approved before we begin.
Professional Tile & Grout Cleaning
Beyond DIY Results
Keeping tile and grout clean is one of the toughest challenges for homeowners and businesses. While regular mopping may remove surface dirt, it often leaves behind deep grime and stains in the porous grout lines. Over time, this buildup not only dulls the look of your floors but can also create unsanitary conditions.
Many try do-it-yourself methods with store-bought cleaners and scrubbing brushes. While this may provide temporary improvement, harsh chemicals or improper techniques can actually damage your tile or permanently discolor grout. That’s why professional tile and grout cleaning makes such a difference.
At Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners, we use industry-standard techniques and advanced equipment designed to safely restore ceramic, porcelain, marble, slate, and travertine surfaces. Our process removes stubborn dirt, grease, and stains that household methods can’t touch. Once thoroughly cleaned, we apply professional-grade sealers to protect grout lines from future staining and make routine maintenance easier. For customers looking to update the appearance of their floors, we also offer grout colorants, restoration, and refinishing services.
The result? Floors that look brighter, cleaner, and closer to their original beauty—without the frustration and back-breaking effort of DIY scrubbing.
✨ Protect your investment and restore the natural elegance of your floors. Contact Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners today to schedule your professional tile and grout cleaning service.
Emergency Water Extraction
Fast, Reliable, and Professional
When unexpected water damage strikes, quick action makes all the difference. Heavy rains can flood your basement, faulty plumbing may burst and soak your floors, or a broken appliance can release gallons of water into your home in minutes. Left untreated, standing water not only damages carpets, padding, and furniture, but can also create dangerous conditions for mold and mildew.
At Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners, we respond fast with our professional Water Extraction Services. Using top-of-the-line, truck-mounted extractors combined with powerful turbo air movers, we remove water efficiently and dry your carpets in record time. Our expert techniques ensure that moisture is not just pulled from the surface but also extracted from deep within the carpet fibers and padding.
But drying is only part of the solution. That’s why our process includes thorough sanitation, deodorizing, and complete clean-up to restore your home to a safe, fresh, and comfortable condition. We don’t just remove the water—we help you reclaim your home and peace of mind.
Available for both residential and commercial properties, our water extraction service is designed for urgent situations where every minute counts.
✨ Don’t let water damage take over your home. Call Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners now for fast emergency water extraction and professional restoration.
Professional Oriental
& Area Rug Cleaning
Oriental and fine area rugs are not just floor coverings—they are works of art, valuable investments, and often treasured family heirlooms. Over time, dirt, dust, spills, and foot traffic can dull their vibrant colors and weaken delicate fibers. Regular vacuuming helps, but only a professional cleaning can truly restore their beauty and preserve their longevity.
At Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners, we take pride in offering a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the specialized care of Oriental and area rugs. Our cleaning process is gentle yet thorough, designed to protect even the most delicate weaves. From Persian, Indian, and Chinese rugs to Afghan, Turkish, Moroccan, Portuguese, and Spanish designs, we have handled textiles from around the world with unmatched expertise.
Every rug is unique, and so is our approach. Our rug specialists carefully evaluate each piece to determine the safest and most effective cleaning method. Whether your rug is woven with natural fibers such as wool, cotton, silk, jute, or sisal, or made from modern synthetic fibers like polyester, nylon, or acrylic, we tailor our process to the specific needs of the material.
✨ Trust Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners to give your Oriental and area rugs the professional care they deserve. Contact us today to schedule your specialized rug cleaning service.
Professional House Cleaning Services
in Redwood City
Keeping your home spotless shouldn’t be a struggle—it should be simple, reliable, and affordable. At Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners, we offer professional house cleaning services designed to give you more time to enjoy what truly matters. Whether you need a one-time deep cleaning, regular maintenance, or a move-in/move-out service, our team delivers exceptional results every time.
With over 20 years of experience serving Redwood City and the Bay Area, our trained cleaning specialists handle every home with care and attention to detail. We use professional-grade products and techniques to ensure every room—from kitchens and bathrooms to living areas and bedrooms—is fresh, sanitized, and perfectly organized.
We understand that every household has unique needs, which is why we offer customized cleaning plans that fit your lifestyle and schedule. Our flexible service options include one-time, weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly cleaning, so you can always count on a spotless home when you need it most.
✨ Experience the comfort of a clean, healthy home—contact Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners today for your free house cleaning estimate!
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Most households benefit from a professional carpet cleaning every 6 to 12 months. Homes with pets, kids, or heavy foot traffic may require more frequent cleanings to keep carpets fresh and healthy.
At Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners, we use professional-grade equipment and proven methods such as hot water extraction (steam cleaning) and low-moisture cleaning, depending on the fabric and type of carpet. We always choose the safest and most effective option for your home.
Yes, our stain and odor removal treatments target deep-set stains and neutralize odors at their source. While some older stains may be permanent, we achieve excellent results in most cases.
Absolutely. We use eco-friendly, non-toxic cleaning products that are safe for your family and pets while still being tough on dirt, stains, and bacteria.
Drying typically takes 4 to 8 hours, depending on the cleaning method, ventilation, and weather conditions. We’ll give you specific guidance to help speed up the process.
Pricing depends on the size of the area or item being cleaned. We offer affordable packages and free, no-obligation estimates so you’ll always know what to expect before we begin.
Yes, in addition to carpets and rugs, we provide professional cleaning for mattresses, sofas, chairs, and car upholstery.
Yes, we specialize in odor removal. Our deodorizing treatments don’t just mask smells—they eliminate them at the source.
Most residential jobs take between 1 and 3 hours, depending on the number of rooms, furniture, and services requested.
Yes. At Ernie’s Carpet Cleaners, we stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you’re not happy with the results, we’ll make it right.
We ask that small and breakable items be moved before our arrival. Our team can help with light furniture, but for larger items we may recommend moving them in advance.
Yes. Our deep cleaning process removes dust mites, pollen, and allergens trapped in carpets, rugs, and upholstery, improving air quality and making your home healthier.
You can do either! Book your cleaning online in just a minute, or give us a call for personal assistance.
Yes, we tailor our cleaning methods to each material, including wool, silk, leather, and fine area rugs. We handle delicate items with extra care to protect their quality.
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