chem dry total clean

Chem-Dry “total clean” usually refers to a full-range deep cleaning service built around their Hot Carbonating Extraction process, which is designed to give a more thorough, fast‑drying clean than traditional steam cleaning while using eco‑friendlier solutions.

What “Chem Dry Total Clean” Usually Means

In practice, “total clean” with Chem-Dry tends to mean a bundled or full-home service rather than a single spot clean. It generally focuses on:

• Deep fiber‑level carpet cleaning using Hot Carbonating Extraction.
• Shorter dry times (often in hours, not days) compared with steam cleaning.
• Use of a green‑certified core solution (often branded as The Natural®) that avoids harsh soaps and detergents.

Think of it as a “top to bottom” refresh of your soft surfaces, and sometimes hard surfaces, in one visit.

Typical Services Included

While exact packages vary by local franchise, a “total clean” style visit usually covers several of the following in one go.

• Carpet cleaning in high‑traffic and main living areas.

• Upholstery cleaning for sofas, chairs, and some fabrics.

• Area and oriental rug cleaning (on‑site or off‑site depending on the rug).

• Pet urine and odor treatment with specialized solutions.

• Specialty stain removal for tough spots.

• Tile, stone, and grout cleaning; in some regions, wood floor cleaning and leather cleaning as add‑ons.

Some locations also advertise “Healthy Home” or protection packages that pair cleaning with sanitizer applications and stain protectants in a single total‑care visit.

How the Cleaning Process Works

Chem-Dry is built around a patented Hot Carbonating Extraction method rather than standard hot‑water steam cleaning.

• Millions of microscopic carbonated bubbles lift soil and grime from deep in carpet and upholstery fibers.

• Their core cleaner (“The Natural”) is water‑based and made from ingredients modeled on natural substances, without traditional soaps or harsh detergents.

• Because the process uses roughly 80% less water than typical steam cleaning, surfaces dry significantly faster, often within 1–2 hours for carpets.

One real‑world example: a full‑house carpet and sofa clean may be ready for regular use the same day, which is a key selling point if you have kids or pets and can’t block off rooms for long.

Benefits and Limitations

Main benefits

• Deeper clean: Carbonation helps remove embedded dirt more effectively than basic surface extraction.

• Health focus: Independent testing cited by some franchises reports significant reductions in common allergens and certain bacteria when sanitizer is added.

• Faster drying: Less water means lower risk of over‑wetting, mold, or wicking stains back up to the surface.

• Eco/household friendly: Solutions are marketed as green‑certified, non‑toxic, and safe around children and pets when used as directed.

Possible limitations

• Very damaged carpets, heavy wear, or structural issues can’t be “fixed” by cleaning alone; they may still look worn after a total clean.
• Extremely old or fragile fabrics may have to be tested or excluded from some treatments for safety.

• Pricing and what’s included in a “total” package can vary widely by local operator, so you typically need a quote.

Quick FAQ

• Is Chem-Dry a steam cleaner?
  No. It uses a carbonating extraction system rather than traditional steam cleaning, and therefore uses substantially less water.

• Is the process safe for kids and pets?
  Their main solution is green‑certified and listed as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA in the U.S., and it contains no soaps or phosphates, which is why it is marketed as safe when used properly.

• What surfaces can be included in a “total clean”?
  Commonly carpets, upholstery, rugs, tile/stone, sometimes wood floors and leather, plus pet odor and stain treatments in one coordinated service plan.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.