Cleaning Method The cost is affected by how long it takes to clean the carpet, the cleaning solutions needed, and what type of equipment is required. The most common cleaning methods are shampooing, dry cleaning, hot water extraction, encapsulation, bonnet, and carbonated cleaning.

That said, there is no guarantee that professional carpet cleaners will be able to remove each and every stain from your carpet, particularly if we haven't seen the carpet. Or it may take more than one professional carpet clean to completely remove long-term stains from your carpet.

You should only use dish soap on your carpet to spot treat small stains. It isn't the best choice for a typical shampooing, and it is not recommended for use in a carpet cleaning machine. For spot treating, mix one teaspoon of dish soap with 32 ounces of water.

Give Original Pine-Sol a try to help clean carpet stains and more. Step 1 Rub in a splash of Original Pine-Sol^® where needed. You can spot-treat grease or heavy dirt marks, or use all-around for a refresh. If you're not sure your carpet is colorfast, be sure to test an inconspicuous area first.