---
title: Understanding Popular Carpet Cleaning Methods
description: Customers who want a truly deep cleaning should choose to have hot water extraction cleaning for their carpets.
image: https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202018-09-05%20at%203.09.26%20PM.png
---

**Call or Text:** [904.383.7721](tel:19043837721)

- [![Schedule Services](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/hubfs/website/icon_header_appointment.png)Schedule Services](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/schedule-services/)
- [![Free Estimate](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/hubfs/website/icon_header-estimate.png)Free Estimate](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/free-estimate/)

[**](https://www.facebook.com/FirstCoastHomePros) [**](https://twitter.com/1stCoastHomePro) [**](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChwUAvS8hbymlt7Uxyr3xig)[**](https://www.google.com/maps/place/First+Coast+Home+Pros/@30.324841,-81.5637921,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88e5b7270b64271b:0xd8c3a6da740e36d4!8m2!3d30.3248364!4d-81.5615981)

[![First Coast Home Pros](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/hubfs/logo_first_coast_home_pros-1.png "First Coast Home Pros")](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com)

# Our Blog

## [Understanding Popular Carpet Cleaning Methods](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/understanding-popular-carpet-cleaning-methods)

Posted by [Josh Kennedy](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/author/josh-kennedy)

 Sep 5, 2018 3:12:15 PM

![Screen Shot 2018-09-05 at 3.09.26 PM](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202018-09-05%20at%203.09.26%20PM.png?width=300&name=Screen%20Shot%202018-09-05%20at%203.09.26%20PM.png)

The carpeted areas in your home need [regular cleaning](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/) in order to keep them looking and feeling good.  With numerous methods of carpet cleaning available, how do you know the best carpet cleaning method for your home?  Here we’ll break down each method to help you find the best way to clean your own carpeting:

- Absorbent Pad Cleaning (also known as Bonnet Cleaning) – After the carpet is vacuumed, a chemical solution is sprayed onto it, usually via a pump sprayer or electric sprayer, and dwells on the carpet for adequate time.  A rotary floor cleaner with an absorbent pad is then spun overtop of the carpet to collect the chemicals along with the soils from the carpet that have been loosened by the chemicals.
- Dry Cleaning or Dry Extraction – Solvents are mixed with a powder that is sprinkled over the carpet and worked into the fibers using a machine with rotating brushes.  The powder is meant to absorb the soils in the carpet. The powder dwells in the carpet fibers for adequate time and then is vacuumed.
- Foam Extraction or Rotary Shampoo Cleaning – A cleaning solution is applied to the carpet fibers and then worked into a foam by using a machine with rotating brushes.  After adequate dwell time, the foam is vacuumed, along with any soils that were suspended.
- Hot Water Extraction (commonly known as Steam Cleaning) – Water and cleaning solution are heated and injected into the carpet where they loosen the soils and other substances in the carpet.  The water, solution, and soils are all then extracted with strong suction.

Many of these [carpet cleaning methods](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/) work alright for light levels of soil and quick, cheap, surface cleaning.  Customers who want a truly deep cleaning, however, should choose to have hot water extraction cleaning for their carpets.  Hot water extraction is the cleaning method recommended by carpet manufacturers, and is the only cleaning method that will clean the entire length of the carpet fiber, coating the fibers in cleaning solution and extremely hot water, allowing these two ingredients to clean and sanitize the fibers, and then suctioning out the liquid, including all soils and bacteria, leaving behind soft and clean carpet that dries quickly.

One of the reasons that makes [First Coast Home Pros](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/) the best carpet cleaning company in Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, Mandarin, and all along the beaches is that we specialize in hot water extraction and clean carpets thoroughly and efficiently.  Our technicians are trained to identify any stains or problem areas in your carpet and give each area the attention it needs. We use the best equipment in the industry, which means equipment that can heat the water to the high temperatures needed and create powerful suction to be sure all liquid and soils are removed.  First Coast Home Pros is the best professional carpet cleaning company Jacksonville FL customers call on.

[![Free eBook Download](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/304512/783e24b2-87f5-4638-afb0-7b9709310d41.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/304512/783e24b2-87f5-4638-afb0-7b9709310d41)

### Subscribe to Email Updates

### Recent Posts

### Posts by Topic

- [house cleaning (58)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/house-cleaning)
- [Carpet Cleaning (57)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/carpet-cleaning)
- [Housekeeping (35)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/housekeeping)
- [Maintenance (32)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/maintenance)
- [Pressure Washing (30)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/pressure-washing)
- [Upholstery Cleaning (28)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/upholstery-cleaning)
- [Home Improvement (25)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/home-improvement)
- [Air Duct Cleaning (22)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/air-duct-cleaning)
- [Cleaning (22)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/cleaning)
- [Window Cleaning (22)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/window-cleaning)
- [Cleaning Service (19)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/cleaning-service)
- [Gutter Cleaning (19)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/gutter-cleaning)
- [Roof Cleaning (16)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/roof-cleaning)
- [carpet cleaning company Jacksonville (13)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/carpet-cleaning-company-jacksonville)
- [Cleaning Blinds (12)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/cleaning-blinds)
- [Tile and Grout Cleaning (12)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/tile-and-grout-cleaning)
- [carpet cleaning Jacksonville (12)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/carpet-cleaning-jacksonville)
- [First Coast Home Pros (11)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/first-coast-home-pros)
- [Tile & Grout Cleaning (11)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/tile-grout-cleaning)
- [window cleaning Jacksonville (11)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/window-cleaning-jacksonville)
- [Carpet Stains (10)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/carpet-stains)
- [Clean Windows (10)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/clean-windows)
- [Dryer Vent Cleaning (10)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/dryer-vent-cleaning)
- [Maid Services (10)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/maid-services)
- [cleaning tips (10)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/cleaning-tips)
- [rug cleaning (9)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/rug-cleaning)
- [cleaning services Jacksonville (8)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/cleaning-services-jacksonville)
- [house cleaning Jacksonville (8)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/house-cleaning-jacksonville)
- [house cleaning services Jacksonville Florida (8)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/house-cleaning-services-jacksonville-florida)
- [housekeeping Jacksonville (8)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/housekeeping-jacksonville)
- [window and screen cleaning (8)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/window-and-screen-cleaning)
- [Home cleaning (7)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/home-cleaning)
- [clean home (7)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/clean-home)
- [grout and tile cleaning (7)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/grout-and-tile-cleaning)
- [home cleaning Jacksonville (7)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/home-cleaning-jacksonville)
- [Jacksonville handyman (6)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/jacksonville-handyman)
- [Wood Floor Cleaning (6)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/wood-floor-cleaning)
- [carpet cleaning tips (6)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/carpet-cleaning-tips)
- [deep clean (6)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/deep-clean)
- [home cleaning services Jacksonville (6)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/home-cleaning-services-jacksonville)
- [house cleaning and home improvement Jacksonville (6)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/house-cleaning-and-home-improvement-jacksonville)
- [pressure washing driveway Jacksonville (6)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/pressure-washing-driveway-jacksonville)
- [Caprpet Stain Removal (5)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/caprpet-stain-removal)
- [Housekeepers (5)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/housekeepers)
- [Window washer (5)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/window-washer)
- [clean house (5)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/clean-house)
- [gutter cleaning Jacksonville (5)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/gutter-cleaning-jacksonville)
- [handyman services (5)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/handyman-services)
- [low pressure roof cleaning Jacksonville (5)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/low-pressure-roof-cleaning-jacksonville)
- [oriental rug, cleaning, rug cleaning (5)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/oriental-rug-cleaning-rug-cleaning)
- [pressure washing company jacksonville florida (5)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/pressure-washing-company-jacksonville-florida)
- [Dirty Carpets (4)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/dirty-carpets)
- [Dryer Vent (4)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/dryer-vent)
- [Screen Repair (4)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/screen-repair)
- [Washing (4)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/washing)
- [blind cleaning Jacksonville (4)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/blind-cleaning-jacksonville)
- [house cleaning & home improvement (4)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/house-cleaning-home-improvement)
- [pressure washing tips (4)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/pressure-washing-tips)
- [spring cleaning (4)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/spring-cleaning)
- [Business Journal 50 Fastest Growing Companies (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/business-journal-50-fastest-growing-companies)
- [Chandeliers (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/chandeliers)
- [Clean Gutters (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/clean-gutters)
- [Clogged Dryer Vent (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/clogged-dryer-vent)
- [Gutters (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/gutters)
- [Home Emprovement (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/home-emprovement)
- [Jacksonville air duct cleaning (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/jacksonville-air-duct-cleaning)
- [Jacksonville housekeeping (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/jacksonville-housekeeping)
- [Leather Conditioning (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/leather-conditioning)
- [clean (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/clean)
- [customer reviews (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/customer-reviews)
- [duct cleaning (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/duct-cleaning)
- [handyman services jacksonville (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/handyman-services-jacksonville)
- [holiday cleaning (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/holiday-cleaning)
- [household cleaning (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/household-cleaning)
- [power washing (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/power-washing)
- [rugs (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/rugs)
- [stovetop cleaning (3)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/stovetop-cleaning)
- [Blinds (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/blinds)
- [DIY (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/diy)
- [Deck Refinishing (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/deck-refinishing)
- [Dirty Windows (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/dirty-windows)
- [Disinfecting house (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/disinfecting-house)
- [Gutter Protection (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/gutter-protection)
- [Jacksonville Business Journal (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/jacksonville-business-journal)
- [Leaf Relief (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/leaf-relief)
- [Leather Cleaning (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/leather-cleaning)
- [Move-In Clean (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/move-in-clean)
- [Move-Out Clean (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/move-out-clean)
- [Screened Enclosure (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/screened-enclosure)
- [Torn Screens (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/torn-screens)
- [Window Washers (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/window-washers)
- [appliance cleaning (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/appliance-cleaning)
- [countertop cleaning (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/countertop-cleaning)
- [furniture cleaning (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/furniture-cleaning)
- [granite cleaning (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/granite-cleaning)
- [grout cleaning (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/grout-cleaning)
- [keeping carpet clean with pets (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/keeping-carpet-clean-with-pets)
- [oriental rug care (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/oriental-rug-care)
- [rug repair (2)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/rug-repair)
- [Baseboards (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/baseboards)
- [Bold City Best (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/bold-city-best)
- [Catalyst Prep Concept (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/catalyst-prep-concept)
- [Community Involvement (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/community-involvement)
- [Concrete Stain Removal (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/concrete-stain-removal)
- [Debris Removal (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/debris-removal)
- [Deck Cleaning (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/deck-cleaning)
- [Decks (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/decks)
- [Five Star Customer Reviews (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/five-star-customer-reviews)
- [Jacksonville business (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/jacksonville-business)
- [Re-Screen (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/re-screen)
- [Refinish Deck (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/refinish-deck)
- [Refinishing (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/refinishing)
- [Seal Grout (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/seal-grout)
- [Staining (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/staining)
- [Young Entrepreneur Scholarship (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/young-entrepreneur-scholarship)
- [bait & switch (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/bait-switch)
- [bathroom cleaning (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/bathroom-cleaning)
- [bathroom cleaning services (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/bathroom-cleaning-services)
- [blind cleaning (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/blind-cleaning)
- [cleaning safety (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/cleaning-safety)
- [coronavirus masks (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/coronavirus-masks)
- [covid cleaning (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/covid-cleaning)
- [covid-19 (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/covid-19)
- [drapes cleaning (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/drapes-cleaning)
- [dreaded household chores (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/dreaded-household-chores)
- [facebook (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/facebook)
- [fall to-do list (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/fall-to-do-list)
- [google review (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/google-review)
- [grout cleaning jacksonville fl (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/grout-cleaning-jacksonville-fl)
- [gutter clueing (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/gutter-clueing)
- [house claaning (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/house-claaning)
- [housekeeping services Jacksonville (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/housekeeping-services-jacksonville)
- [hurricane preparation (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/hurricane-preparation)
- [identifying rugs (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/identifying-rugs)
- [jacksonville furniture cleaning (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/jacksonville-furniture-cleaning)
- [killing germs (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/killing-germs)
- [leather cleaning jacksonville (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/leather-cleaning-jacksonville)
- [pet owners (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/pet-owners)
- [pets (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/pets)
- [reviews (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/reviews)
- [rug (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/rug)
- [rug maintenance (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/rug-maintenance)
- [rug weaving (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/rug-weaving)
- [simon barn (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/simon-barn)
- [stain removal (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/stain-removal)
- [synthetic fiber carpet (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/synthetic-fiber-carpet)
- [tile cleaning jacksonville, fl (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/tile-cleaning-jacksonville-fl)
- [tile clueing (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/tile-clueing)
- [weave (1)](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/topic/weave)

[see all](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/understanding-popular-carpet-cleaning-methods#)

### Follow Us

### Newsletter

- [Home](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/)
- [About Us](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/about-us/)
- [Services](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/services/)
- [Reviews](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/feedback/)
- [Philosophy](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/service-philosophy/)
- [Employment](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/employment/)
- [Blog](https://info.firstcoasthomepros.com/blog/)
- [Contact Us](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/contact-us/)
- [In the News](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/in-the-news/)
- [Accessibility](https://www.firstcoasthomepros.com/accessibility/)

###### First Coast Home Pros

2180 Emerson Street  
Suite #101  
Jacksonville, FL 32207 

Call or Text: 904.383.7721  
Monday - Friday 8:30AM -5:00PM

[service@firstcoasthomepros.com](mailto:service@firstcoasthomepros.com)

###### SERVICE AREA:

Jacksonville, Atlantic Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, St Augustine, Fernandina Beach, Orange Park, Fleming Island, Duval County, St Johns County, Nassau County

Copyright © 2025 First Coast Home Pros. All rights reserved. | License #CRC1331797