East Valley pets live a dusty life. Dogs come in from gravel yards and desert landscaping, cats nap in sunny windows, and every trip through the dog door brings a little of the outside in. Add shedding, and a pet home collects dirt faster than almost any other.
You do not have to choose between a clean house and a dog on the couch. Here is what works.
Why pet homes get dirty faster here
Three things stack up in an Arizona pet home:
- Dust on paws and coats. Fine desert dust clings to fur and gets carried straight to carpet and upholstery.
- Shedding. Many dogs and cats shed more as the seasons change, and our long warm stretches can keep it going.
- Odor trapped in fibers. Carpet fibers act like a filter. They catch dander, oils and odor from pets, kids and food, and hold onto it until it is extracted.
Candles and plug-in fresheners only cover up that last one. The smell comes back because its source is still in the carpet.
Daily and weekly habits that make the biggest difference
Every day
- Keep a towel by the back door and wipe paws after yard time, especially after wind or rain
- Run a lint roller or a damp rubber glove over the cushions your pet uses
- Pick up toys and bowls so floors are easy to vacuum
Every week
- Vacuum carpets and rugs twice, slowly, in two directions
- Wash pet bedding and any throw blankets on the furniture
- Wipe nose prints from glass doors and low windows
- Mop the hard floor where food and water bowls sit
When accidents happen
Blot, do not rub. Press a clean white towel into the spot to soak up as much as you can, rinse lightly with cool water and blot again. Skip heavy perfumed sprays, which can leave a residue that attracts more soil.
Where professional cleaning helps most
Carpet. Our carpet cleaning starts with an inspection and spot treatment, then uses hot water extraction to pull soil and residue up out of the fibers. For pet homes we recommend two extras:
- Deodorizer, which attacks odor at the source instead of masking it
- Protectant, which helps soil release more easily at your next cleaning and reduces wear in high-traffic paths
We typically recommend cleaning carpets at least twice a year. Pet homes benefit most from sticking to that schedule.
Upholstery. The spot your dog claims on the sofa collects hair, body oils and odor. Upholstery cleaning lifts what a vacuum cannot reach.
Area rugs. Rugs near doors and under the dining table take the brunt of dusty paws. Rug cleaning removes dust, pet odor and traffic soil with care for the fibers. Specialty rugs are quoted by phone.
House cleaning. A recurring house cleaning every week or two keeps hair and dust from building up on baseboards, ceiling fans and furniture between deeper cleanings.
One customer told us our technician Chris did a great job on their “doggy carpets” and said they would recommend us to anyone. Hearing that from pet owners is the best part of the job.
A few house rules for cleaning day
To keep pets and our team safe:
- Settle pets in a closed room, the yard or a crate during the visit. Carpet cleaning runs hoses and equipment through the home.
- Pick up pet waste before we arrive. Our house cleaners do not clean pet waste.
- Tell us about anxious pets or rooms that are off limits, and we will plan around them.
Our carpet equipment removes as much water as possible, and our products are neutralized so they evaporate as the carpet dries, usually within 4 to 6 hours. Keep pets off damp carpet until it is dry.
We also use eco-friendly, pet-safe cleaning products throughout the home, so you are not trading pet hair for harsh chemical residue.
Pet owner FAQs
How often should I clean carpets if I have pets?At least twice a year. Homes with several pets may want entries and hallways cleaned more often.
Will carpet cleaning remove pet odor?Our deodorizer treats odor at the source, and extraction removes the soil that holds it. Odor that has soaked into the pad is harder to remove completely, so call us early.
Can my pets be home during the cleaning?Yes, as long as they stay in a separate room or the yard until we finish.
We clean pet-friendly homes across Gilbert, Queen Creek, Mesa, Chandler and the rest of the East Valley. See all our service areas, get a free quote online or call 480-807-4306. New customers get 2 cleaners for 2 hours for $166 with the new customer special.