Carpet Stain Removal

Different Stains, Different Chemistry

There is no universal stain remover. Tannin stains (wine, coffee, tea) need acid-side chemistry. Protein stains (blood, milk, pet accidents) need enzymes — and hot water sets them permanently. Grease needs solvents. Rust needs a specialty reducer. Using the wrong product doesn't just fail; it often locks the stain in. We identify first, then treat.

Stains We Handle Every Week

• Red wine, coffee, and tea
• Ink, marker, and crayon
• Grease, oil, and food stains
• Blood and other protein stains
• Rust from furniture feet and plant stands
• Seattle specialty: tracked-in mud and the gray "wet shoe" traffic lane
• Candle wax, gum, and slime

What To Do Before We Arrive

Blot — don't rub — with a dry white towel. No hot water, no hardware-store foam, no baking soda volcano. The single most common thing that turns a removable stain into a permanent one is aggressive DIY treatment. Second most common: waiting six months. Fresh stains have dramatically higher success rates, and we can usually fit a stain call into the same week.

Honest Expectations

Some stains are actually dye damage (bleach, some pet urine, some kool-aid type dyes) — the color isn't on the carpet, it's gone from it. We'll tell you on inspection whether you're looking at a removable stain or a dye repair, and what each costs, before we start.

Questions About This Service

Can you remove old stains?

Often, yes — age makes stains harder but not always impossible. Tannin and soil-based stains respond well even after months. We assess in person and tell you the odds honestly before charging you.

Do you charge per stain?

For a dedicated stain visit there's a service minimum that covers several spots. If we're already deep cleaning your carpets, most ordinary spot treatment is included and we quote anything specialty up front.

What's the one thing I shouldn't do to a fresh stain?

Rub it with hot water or foam carpet cleaner. Blot with a dry white cloth and call us — fresh stains that haven't been 'treated' come out at a far higher rate.

Can you fix bleach spots?

Bleach removes dye, so cleaning can't restore it. Options are spot dyeing or patching from a closet remnant — we can assess whether either makes sense for your carpet.