About Chem-Dry Johannesburg South Carpet Cleaners

Chem-Dry’s unique method of professional carpet cleaning was developed in the USA in the 1970’s. Since its inception the company has grown from strength to strength and today boosts more than 4500 franchise outlets around the globe, with over 40 of these in South Africa alone. Chem-Dry’s founder, Robert Harris came up with the idea after working for a carpet cleaning company as a young student and deciding that there had to be a more efficient and effective way of cleaning carpets. Here are some of the benefits that the Chem-Dry cleaning process offers as opposed to conventional and outdated methods of steam cleaning: First and foremost our Carbonated Cleaning System cleans carpets much more effectively than shampoo or steam Just enough water is used to emulsify the dirt and grime in your carpets and extract it. This means that carpets are not left soaking wet for days which in turn provides a fertile breeding ground for mould and bacteria. And because so little water is used, carpets and upholstery dry within 1-2 hours

As a result of Chem-Dry’s minimal use of water and chemicals in their carpet cleaning process there is no risk of damage like shrinking, stretching, rotting or warping. Nothing is more unpleasant than the smell of pet urine in your carpets and upholstery. While we do recommend professional cleaning of your carpets on a regular basis, with Chem-Dry’s Pet Odour Removal Treatment it is not necessary to call in the big cleaning machines every time Fido has an accident. Immediate application of P.U.R.T. on the affected area will not only clean your carpet but also eliminate the offensive urine smell. Contact Chem-Dry Johannesburg South today. We are the experts in keeping your home and carpets looking fresh and smelling great.

A Deeper Clean for a Healthier Home Did you know your carpets help filter the air inside your home? Carpet fibers trap dirt and allergens, which keeps them from circulating in the air you breathe.

But without regular deep cleaning, dirty carpets will become full and unable to trap additional dirt and grime.

That’s where Chem-Dry comes in! With our Hot Carbonating Extraction (HCE) process, we can deep clean your carpets. This improves indoor air quality and delivers a healthier home.

Our innovative cleaning process uses about 80% less water than traditional steam cleaning. That means faster drying times and less risk of mold or mildew growth due to wet carpets.

Unlike other cleaners, Chem-Dry doesn’t rely on harsh chemicals or soapy detergents. Instead, we use a Chem-Dry Green Certified solution called The Natural®. This exclusive product is at the heart of our carpet and upholstery cleaning services.

Instead of using detergents, The Natural uses carbonation to clean carpet fibers. The solution releases millions of tiny carbonated bubbles that reach deep into your carpets. These bubbles loosen dirt, grit, and grime and lift them to the surface. At that point, our PowerHead® extraction equipment whisks the dirt out of your carpets.

The solution is based on ingredients copied from Mother Nature. That makes The Natural® a perfect choice for a healthier home.

Your home is filled with odors that get trapped in the fibers of your carpet. From cooking to pets and kids, some of these stubborn odors can linger even after a professional cleaning. Our carpet cleaning company has the solution to lingering smells. With our deodorizer, we can knock out even the toughest of odors, leaving your home smelling clean and fresh. Even odors from pet accidents are no match for Chem-Dry! Our revolutionary Pet Urine Removal Treatment (P.U.R.T.®) is perfect for pet urine stains. In fact, the P.U.R.T. process is proven to remove 99.9% of pet urine odors from carpets.

What makes Chem-Dry different from other carpet cleaners?

Chem-Dry uses a unique cleaning process called Hot Carbonating Extraction.

This process uses the natural cleaning power of carbonation to remove soil and stains. (Think of how club soda can be used to get stains out of clothes!)

Hot Carbonating Extraction not only delivers a deeper and healthier clean — it also uses roughly 80% less water than traditional steam cleaning and hot water extraction systems.

Do I need to vacuum my carpets before cleaning?

Unless otherwise asked, homeowners do not need to vacuum their carpets before a Chem-Dry cleaning. Before we start the Hot Carbonating Extraction process, we will vacuum the entire carpet with a commercial, HEPA-filter vacuum cleaner.

How long will it take for my carpets to dry?

After a Chem-Dry cleaning, it takes only 1 to 2 hours for carpets to dry. This is a fraction of the time you can expect with steam cleaning, in which dry times can last 24 hours or more! Our Hot Carbonating Extraction process uses roughly 80% less water, which reduces the dry time. As a result, it also reduces the risk of mold or mildew growing while your carpets dry.

How long will it take to clean my carpets?

The amount of time needed for a Chem-Dry floor cleaning can depend on the number of rooms to clean, the size of each room, and the level of soiling in the carpets. Smaller jobs may take 1 to 2 hours. Larger jobs may take the better part of a morning or afternoon. To get a more accurate estimate, contact your nearest Chem-Dry location!

How often should i clean my carpets?

Chem-Dry recommends a professional cleaning every 6 to 12 months for most carpets. Regular cleaning will prevent staining, preserve your carpet’s appearance, and remove destructive dirt and grime. At the same time, it can help improve indoor air quality by removing non-living allergens from the fibers.

Approved by the Carpet & Rug Institute

Our unique cleaning process is not only trusted by thousands of homeowners — it also bears the Carpet & Rug Institute’s Seal of Approval! The Seal of Approval is an independent program that grades carpet cleaning products and systems. It measures factors like how well cleaning tools and products remove soil from carpets, how long it takes for carpets to resoil after cleaning, and whether the system causes damage or discoloring to carpet fibers.