Chem-Dry vs. Steam Cleaning
Carpets serve as natural air filters in your home, trapping dust, non-living allergens*, and more from the air and keeping them from your lungs. Over time, though, those particles can accumulate, and eventually, they can be released back into your home in greater concentrations. Many homeowners may not be aware of the issue and suffer the negative health effects without realizing there are simple solutions available.
Some choose to hire a professional carpet steam cleaner to come to the home and clean the carpets for them. Others will either buy or rent their own steam carpet cleaner and struggle with the machine before finally throwing up their hands and calling a professional anyway. It’s certainly possible to steam clean carpet yourself, but it carries the same problems as hiring a professional carpet steam cleaner with the added hassle of wrestling with an unwieldy piece of equipment. There is a better professional solution available: Chem-Dry of Westchester carpet cleaning in Yonkers, NY.
The Natural Way to Cleaner Carpets®
Our carpet cleaning service harnesses the power of carbonation to go beyond surface cleaning. Our innovative process reaches deep into your carpet’s fibers, lifting dirt and debris with unparalleled efficiency.
Here’s how it works: Our core cleaning solution, The Natural®, releases millions of tiny bubbles. These bubbles act like microscopic scrubbing brushes, penetrating deep into your carpet fibers to loosen and lift even the most stubborn dirt and grime. Finally, our powerful extraction equipment swiftly removes everything, leaving your carpets sparkling clean. Contact us today and experience the transformative results of Chem-Dry’s carpet cleaning.
Not all carpet cleaning services are equal
When searching for a quality carpet cleaner in Yonkers, NY, keep in mind that not all carpet cleaning services are created equal. There are several key factors that separate a high quality carpet cleaning process that delivers a healthier cleaning for your carpets and home from one that drenches your carpets with gallons of water and harsh cleaners. These factors explain why our unique Hot Carbonating Extraction system at Chem-Dry offers a deeper, faster drying, healthier carpet cleaning experience than typical steam cleaning services.
Drier. Cleaner. Healthier.®
When you steam clean carpets, you saturate them with excessive water filled with soaps and detergents, leading to wet carpets for 1-2 days that can foster mold and mildew. The soapy detergent from steam cleaning can attract dirt, making carpets dirty faster.
At Chem-Dry of Westchester in Yonkers, NY, our process is different. Instead of soaking your carpets, we use millions of microscopic bubbles to dislodge dirt from deep within the fibers, requiring only a fraction of the water that traditional steam cleaners do. We also utilize a natural carpet cleaner, meaning it has no harsh chemicals. After the carbonation lifts the dirt, our powerful equipment extracts both dirt and moisture. While drying time depends on factors like humidity and airflow, carpets typically dry in just an hour or two, ready for use.
Unlike steam cleaners that use excessive water and create a risk for mold and mildew, our low-moisture method is more gentle and more convenient. Plus, your carpets dry in hours, not days! With Chem-Dry of Westchester, carpet cleaning doesn’t have to be a hassle.
See the Difference for Yourself
The best way to decide whether to hire a carpet steam cleaner or to use the Chem-Dry all natural process is to look at the two methods side by side. Take a look below to see a sampling of the benefits Chem-Dry carpet cleaning offers over steam cleaning.
Side-by-Side Comparison: Chem-Dry vs. Steam Cleaning
Chem-Dry Hot Carbonating Extraction |
Typical Steam Cleaning |
| Carbonating, active cleaning solution | Flat, inactive cleaning solution |
| No harsh chemicals | Harsh chemicals and detergents |
| No soapy detergent, resists resoiling | Soapy detergent encourages resoiling |
| Low water quantity | High water quantity |
| Short drying time, 1-2 hours | Long drying time, 1-2 days |
| Gentle solutions, healthier cleaning method | Excessive water can cause mold, mildew |
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Chem-Dry different from steam cleaning?
Chem-Dry uses the Hot Carbonating Extraction (HCE) process, which uses less water than traditional steam cleaning. This reduces drying times and helps furniture and carpets dry faster.
Does Chem-Dry clean as deeply as steam cleaning?
Yes. Chem-Dry’s carbonation process lifts dirt and debris from deep within fibers, and the PowerHead® technology removes it, providing a thorough clean compared to steam cleaning.
How long does it take for carpets or furniture to dry with Chem-Dry compared to steam cleaning?
Chem-Dry uses only a fraction of the water used in steam cleaning, so carpets and upholstery typically dry in a few hours rather than a day or more.
