Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
Does Yosemite Valley Chem-Dry offer coupons, specials or promo codes for carpet cleaning?
Yes, we do occasionally offer coupons and special promotions. You can find our current coupons on the Coupons page. You should also follow us on Facebook to get the latest carpet cleaning coupons and be notified of promotions as soon as they are happening.
Is Yosemite Valley Chem-Dry a steam cleaning service?
Carpet Cleaning
How does Chem-Dry compare to steam cleaning?
Traditional steam cleaning often soaks carpets with an excessive amount of water filled with soaps and detergents. Carpets are then wet for 1-2 days, which can create a breeding ground for mold.
On the other hand, Yosemite Valley Chem-Dry’s process is very different. We need only a fraction of the water that typical steam cleaners use and instead rely on millions of microscopic bubbles to explode dirt from deep in your carpet fibers. We can then quite easily extract the dirt and moisture from the carpet.
What is the best carpet cleaning method?
We think that the “best” carpet cleaning method should stand out as more efficient and healthier than any other method. Chem-Dry’s process is just that. We provide a deeper clean using carbonated solutions with less moisture. Carpets stay clean longer and non-living allergens** and dust are washed away.
Why do I need protectant on my carpets?
How do you remove pet urine odor from carpets?
Pet odors can linger for months if not treated properly. As urine dries in the carpet and padding, what’s left are millions of concentrated urine crystals that become even more pungent. Many companies just mask this odor. Chem-Dry uses a patented system, P.U.R.T.® (Pet Urine Removal Treatment), to explode the urine crystals and break down the enzymes which gets rid of the pet urine odor forever.*
How long will it take for my carpet to dry completely?
How often should I have my carpets cleaned?
We suggest that homeowners clean their carpets every 6-12 months. If you have kids, pets or if someone in your home has asthmas or allergies, it’s advisable to do it even more frequently. Regular cleaning will not only improve your home’s appearance, but it will remove dust and non-living allergens**, improve your home’s indoor air quality and extend the life of your carpeting.
Should I vacuum before you arrive?
What type of chemicals does Chem-Dry use?
Chem-Dry uses a high-quality cleaning product called The Natural® as our primary cleaner. The Natural® doesn’t contain any soapy detergents or harsh chemicals. By contrast, most steam cleaners use soapy detergents and harsh chemicals in their process.
Why does Chem-Dry not use as much water to clean my carpets as steam cleaning does?
We use less water than typical steam cleaning because we have a unique cleaner that relies on millions of microscopic carbonation bubbles to release dirt and grime from the fibers of your carpet and raise it to the surface where it can easily be suctioned away. This low water, low pressure approach is healthier for your carpets and your home. Our process allows your carpets to dry in only 1-2 hours.
Can other carpet cleaning methods actually hurt my carpets?
Yes. Steam cleaning uses a process of dumping large amounts of soapy water into your carpets and then try to suck it all back out. Because the heavy amount of water results in an extended drying time, usually 1-2 days, this method can actually cause carpets to grow mold beneath the surface.
What is considered a room?
Upholstery Cleaning
How long does it take for furniture to dry?
Do you offer protectant or stain guard for upholstery?
How does Chem-Dry clean upholstery?
We use our proprietary hot carbonating extraction cleaning method, featuring our core cleaner The Natural®. The carbonated cleaning bubbles release dirt, soil, non-living allergens** and spots from the upholstery fibers. Then, we use our extraction equipment to remove the cleaning solution, dirt, soil and airborne contaminants from your furniture, leaving it with a deeper, healthier clean than other alternatives.
How often do upholstery manufacturers recommend that you clean your furniture?
Why should I have my upholstered furniture professionally cleaned?
Area Rug Cleaning
Does Chem-Dry clean rugs?
Yes! Our effective, yet gentle, area rug cleaning and drying process preserves the dye within the fibers of your rug, leaving the colors of your rug vibrant and fresh.
Why should I have my area and oriental rugs cleaned?
Area and oriental rugs usually receive a lot of traffic. Just like carpets and upholstered furniture, area and oriental rugs act as air filters for the home, trapping dirt, allergens and dust. A thorough, professional oriental and area rug cleaning is the only way to remove the deep-down dirt, make this area of your home look nicer and ensure that all areas of your home stay clean and healthy.
How much does it cost to clean an area rug?
Serving:
We provide superior residential and commercial carpet & upholstery cleaning services in Fresno, Clovis, & the surrounding areas.
Hours: Mon-Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Yosemite Valley Chem-Dry
Carpet, Upholstery, Rug, & Wood Floor Cleaning in Fresno & Clovis
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(559) 785-3107
*Based on results of studies conducted by independent laboratories of the Chem-Dry HCE (Hot Carbonating Extraction) and P.U.R.T. (Pet Urine Removal Treatment). Allergens tested were dog and cat dander and dust mite matter. Pet odor results based on testing with the most common odor sources found in dog and cat urine. Figures are an average across multiple tests.
**In independent laboratory studies, the Chem-Dry HCE cleaning process reduces surface non-living allergen matter from cats, dogs, and human dust mites when measured from pre clean to 24 hours post clean and airborne non-living allergen matter from cats and dogs when measured from pre clean to 24 hours post clean.