Professional Upholstery Cleaning
Sofas, sectionals, dining chairs, and recliners collect body oils, food, pet dander, and dust far faster than most homeowners realize. Ajax Carpet Service cleans upholstery the same way we clean carpet — with truck-mounted hot water extraction tuned to each fabric — and the difference is visible in a single visit.
Fabric-specific cleaning, not one-size-fits-all
Every piece we clean gets a fiber check first. Microfiber, cotton-blend, polyester, linen, and synthetic chenille each respond to different water temperatures, chemistry, and dwell times. We follow the manufacturer cleaning code (W, S, WS, or X) on every cushion tag, and when no tag survives we test in a hidden seam before we treat the visible panels. That keeps colors true and prevents the bleeding, watermarks, or shrinkage that DIY shampooers often regret.
What we remove
Our process lifts out the things that build up on furniture over years of daily use: body oils on armrests and headrests, food and beverage spots, pet hair and dander, smoke residue, dust mites, and the dull haze that makes a five-year-old sofa look ten. We pre-treat stained areas, agitate gently with an upholstery brush, then extract with low-moisture wands so cushions dry in a few hours rather than overnight.
Pet households and high-use rooms
Family rooms with dogs, cats, and kids are where we do most of our upholstery work. We pair extraction with enzyme treatments to neutralize pet odors at the source, and we can apply optional fabric protection so the next spill beads up instead of soaking in. If a piece has structural issues — broken springs, torn seams — we will tell you, but most furniture that looks ready for the curb just needs a real cleaning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does upholstery take to dry?
Most sofas are dry in 4–6 hours thanks to our low-moisture extraction wands and high-airflow drying. Heavy fabrics in humid weather can take up to 12 hours.
Can you clean microfiber sofas?
Yes. Microfiber is one of the most common fabrics we clean. We adjust water temperature and chemistry to avoid watermarks and brush the nap back the right direction so the finish looks uniform.
Will cleaning remove pet smells?
Most pet odors come out completely when we combine hot water extraction with enzyme treatment. For severe contamination that has soaked into foam cushions, we will tell you what extraction can and cannot fix.
Do you clean leather?
No — we focus on fabric upholstery and refer leather work to specialists.
Ready to Book Upholstery Cleaning?
Ajax Carpet Service has been family-owned and operated in Hammond, Indiana since 1978. Call (219) 933-1019 for a free, no-pressure evaluation, or use the request form on this page and we will get right back to you.