Carpet cleaning Melbourne

Get your carpets professionally cleaned for a fresher, healthier home

  • Removes stubborn stains, pet odours, and allergens
  • Ideal for families, pet owners, and tenants
  • Certified carpet technicians with powerful equipment
  • Fast-drying, hassle-free service with visible results

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Why choose our carpet cleaning services in Melbourne?

Say goodbye to dirt, stains, and allergens with our expert carpet steam cleaning in Melbourne. With over 15 years of experience, we restore your carpets to their original freshness, leaving your home cleaner, healthier, and more inviting.

  • Available 7 days a week - We've made our convenient carpet steam cleaning services as accessible as possible. You can book any day of the week, including holidays, and we also offer same-day services. Check our availability online to secure your preferred time.
  • Service by certified carpet cleaners - The Fantastic carpet cleaners in Melbourne are highly experienced and knowledgeable. They are familiar with all types of carpeting fabrics and know how to clean them properly, ensuring amazing results.
  • Deep-cleaning technology for every carpet type - We use professional-grade hot water extraction (steam cleaning) to flush out embedded dirt, stubborn stains, and pet odours from deep within the fibres, as well as low-moisture dry carpet cleaning for delicate or moisture-sensitive fabrics. Both methods are designed for faster drying, so your carpets are clean, fresh, and ready to walk on in just hours.
  • Eco-friendly cleaning methods - Fantastic Cleaners Melbourne resorts to nature-friendly cleaning technology and products in order to minimise our impact on the environment while meeting your carpet cleaning needs. We strive to become carbon-neutral by 2030!
  • Improving indoor air quality - Carpeted areas that receive a lot of foot traffic accumulate dust and germs. Having your floor coverings deep cleaned significantly improves the air you breathe at home.
  • Extra perks with Fantastic Club - Enjoy $400 in credits, priority booking and all sorts of extra member benefits with our exclusive subscription.
  • 100% satisfaction guarantee - Every service is carried out by experienced, fully trained technicians and checked through strict quality control standards.

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How to arrange your carpet cleaning service in Melbourne?

1. Enter your Melbourne area code

Open our online booking form and begin the process by entering your area code.

2. Configure your service

Follow the steps and specify all details related to your carpet steam cleaning service

3. Pick the date and time

You will be able to see our available booking slots. Pick the ones that you find most convenient.

4. Expect your carpet cleaner soon

At your scheduled time, a punctual, fully equipped technician will arrive at your address, ready to start the job immediately.

The process

What to expect from our carpet cleaning in Melbourne?

A fully equipped carpet cleaner will come to your address

When the time for your carpet cleaning service, we will send a fully equipped technician to your address. Please make sure to meet them and grant them access to the areas within your property where the carpets are.

The carpet cleaner will examine and pretreat your carpets

Your expert carpet cleaner will get to work right away. They will carefully examine your floor coverings to determine their fabrics. Any visible stains and high-traffic areas will be pretreated with special eco-friendly targeting detergents.

Time to whip out some professional equipment

Your carpets will be deep-cleaned with industry-grade hot water extraction machines, primarily Polivac extractors and Kanga-class units. These systems feature high-performance pumps (220 - 1,600 PSI) and twin high-lift vacuum motors, effectively flushing soil from deep within the pile while protecting the fibres.

We pair this hardware with professional-grade cleaning solutions selected for fibre safety and indoor air quality, including:

  • Agar, Spitfire, and Deosan – pH-neutral, GECA-certified, biodegradable, and safe for 100% wool and synthetic carpets
  • Single-pass extraction formulas for faster soil removal in high-traffic areas
  • Pre-sprays and specialist odour-neutralisers to tackle stubborn soils and unpleasant smells

For delicate natural-fibre items (e.g., certain wools or viscose/silk blends), we switch to low-moisture dry cleaning methods to avoid shrinkage or distortion - or advise sticking to dry cleaning only.

Drying and finishing

Our high-lift professional machines recover the bulk of the cleaning solution during each pass, leaving no sticky residue that could attract re-soiling and restoring your carpet’s natural pH balance. In many cases, carpets are walk-on dry immediately (with clean footwear), with full drying times depending on fibre type, pile density, and ventilation.

For added protection, we can apply Protector (Scotchgard™) - a water-based fibre guard that creates a barrier against soiling, makes routine vacuuming more effective, and helps future spills clean up much more easily.

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How much does carpet cleaning in Melbourne cost?

Vacuuming, pre-spray and stain pre-treatment, all materials, equipment and labour are included in the carpet steam cleaning cost. Stain protection, deodorising and sanitising are available upon request.

Premises typePrices
Bedroom $35
Living / Dining Room $50
Study / Small room $25
Hallway $25
Flight of stairs $45
Small rug (up to 4 sqm) $20
Large Rug (up to 6 sqm) $25
Hot Water Extraction for synthetic/mixed (microfibre, man-made, polyester), wool, etc.

The minimum fee for Fantastic Club members starts from $85 instead of $125

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How does our Hot Water Extraction method work?

After pretreatment, the technician will take the cleaning wand of the hot water extraction machine and methodically glide it over the carpet’s surface. The nozzle delivers a pressurised stream of hot water combined with a biodegradable, non-toxic detergent formulated to break down oily residues, dissolve embedded dirt, loosen stubborn stains, neutralise odours, and restore the carpet’s natural pH balance - all without leaving harmful chemical residue.

The combination of heat, cleaning agents, and high pressure agitates the fibres and releases trapped dust, grit, and allergens.

So where does all that moisture go?

The cleaning wand’s nozzle is fitted with a powerful vacuum that continuously extracts the water, detergent, and dislodged debris into the recovery tank. This system removes up to 95% of the moisture, leaving your carpet fresh, balanced in pH, and almost dry to the touch.

Carpet fabrics suitable for steam cleaning:

  • 100% wool – an expensive fabric that can be easily damaged, it’s very absorbent, too;
  • Nylon – the most popular carpet fibre, resistant to moisture and traffic;
  • Polyester – very durable, but greasy stains can be hard to remove;
  • Acrylic – stain- and sunlight-resistant, not as durable as nylon and polyester;
  • Polypropylene – very popular, easily cleaned and doesn’t shrink.

Suitable for: synthetic/mixed fibres (polyester, wool, etc.)

Approximate drying time: 2 to 8 hours

Looking for carpet dry cleaning? Here’s what you need to know

Some carpets are made of delicate natural fibres, which makes them sensitive to water and high temperatures. Using traditional steam or hot water extraction on these materials can cause shrinkage, colour bleeding, or deformation. For these items, we use specialised dry cleaning methods.

Low-moisture solvent cleaning – Ideal for carpets and rugs made of viscose, cotton, velvet, or silk. A carefully formulated, low-moisture detergent is applied evenly across the top pile. It is allowed to settle for a few minutes to break down dirt and odours, then gently wiped away using soft terry cloths.

Drying time: within a few minutes to an hour
Benefits: Refreshes delicate fibres, neutralises odours, and leaves no harmful residue

Dry powder cleaning – Recommended for natural fibres such as sisal, jute, and seagrass, as well as Persian and oriental rugs, velvet, silk, and cotton items. A specially formulated, sticky cleaning powder is sprinkled over the pile and worked in with a machine featuring rotating brushes. Dust, hairs, and unsanitary particles adhere to the powder and are then completely removed through vacuuming, leaving the carpet clean and refreshed.

Drying time: immediate
Benefits: Gently lifts dirt without water, preserves fibre integrity, safe for sensitive materials

Please note: While our dry cleaning methods are excellent for refreshing delicate carpets and maintaining fibre health, they are not particularly effective at removing tough stains or heavy soiling. For stain removal, professional hot water extraction may be required.

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Stain protection with Scotchgard™ fabric protector

After your deep cleaning, our professional can apply Scotchgard™ fabric protector on the spot, whenever you like - no need to schedule a separate visit. Our pros always carry it with them, so your carpet can be shielded immediately for a small additional fee. This treatment creates a protective layer over the fibres, helping prevent future stains and making carpets easier to clean.

Here’s what you get when you choose carpet protection:

100% Scotchgard™ Approved - trusted, industry-standard formula
Protection against oil-based and water-based stains
Fibres resist soiling more effectively, keeping carpets looking fresh
Spills stay on the surface longer, giving you time to clean them before they set
Future stains are easier to remove
Dirt is easier to pick up with a vacuum

Quick, convenient, and effective - you can order this protection anytime during your cleaning session, ensuring your carpet stays cleaner for longer.

What’s the difference between Hot Water Extraction and standard carpet steam cleaning?

We use Hot Water Extraction machines simply because they are the most effective when it comes to deep cleaning textile floor covers. This cleaning method is far superior and safer than the outdated carpet steam cleaning. Here’s why steam cleaning is old-school:

Usually, steam cleaning equipment ejects steam under high pressure. When the nozzle of a steam cleaner is pressed against the top pile of a carpet, the high temperature and high pressure of the steam displace the dirt particles. Meanwhile, a suction attachment is working to remove the dislodged dirt.

While this cleaning process may sound impressive, it actually works quite poorly. You’d have to go over the same spot of the carpet multiple times to clean it well.

And the results are questionable. Not to mention that the high temperature of the steam can actually cook a stain and turn it into a crusty mess!

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Why Hot Water Extraction rocks?

Hot Water Extraction residential carpet cleaning uses a lot more water and the temperature is not as high. It does a far better job of dislodging dirt and removing stains which means the carpets are cleaned a lot faster.

On top of that, our Hot Water process can be carried out with cold water, as opposed to steam cleaning, which can only happen with very hot steam. This way, if your carpet is made of sensitive natural materials. we guarantee it won't shrink!

We are confident that we will be able to remove the majority of household stains that you could be dealing with such as those from foods, drinks, vomit, “happy” pet accidents, and so on.

Remember: There are certain stains that can not be cleaned, such as those from chemicals, paint, acids, etc. – substances that have permanently damaged the carpet fabric.

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Combine & save

Combine your professional carpet cleaning with other convenient services

We offer a whole range of professional cleaning services and you can combine them for added value!

Upholstery Cleaning

You’d be happy to find out that your carpet cleaner can easily deep clean your upholstered furniture as well, using the same hot water extraction cleaning machine. They will use a special nozzle designed for upholstery that ensures a proper hot water ejection rate for upholstery. Any pre-existing stains will be pre-treated before the deep cleaning procedure.

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Blinds and Curtain Cleaning

Our professional deep-cleaning equipment is also perfect for blinds and curtains. The best part about it is that there is no need to take down the blinds and curtains from the railing as they could be cleaned just the way they are. All that the technician needs to do is to stretch them out and slide the nozzle of the deep cleaning machine all over their surface. Of course, he will make sure to examine them first to determine if they could be cleaned like this.

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Window Cleaning

One of our most popular outdoor services is window cleaning. It is done with a professional extendable pole that ejects purified water under low pressure. The window cleaning technician can clean windows up to the 4th storey of a building from ground level thanks to the extendable pole technology. And the best part about this service is that it does not require the use of any chemicals or cleaning detergents.

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End of Lease cleaning

We offer a comprehensive cleaning service for the end of a lease. So if you are vacating a property and you’d like to ensure that you will earn back your security bond, then you can take advantage of our convenient service. Please just make sure that the property will be emptied out of personal belongings and we will take care of the rest. We will send a team of at least two tenancy cleaners (or more, based on the size of the property). The cleaners will follow a detailed agency-approved checklist to clean the property.

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Wall Spot Cleaning

With time, all kinds of spots find their way to the interior walls of a property. They become especially noticeable on walls in white and other light colours. If you’d like to have them cleaned, then you could book this service for your place. We use a special cleaning method to remove the visible spots without affecting the wall’s paint.

Frequently asked questions about our carpet cleaning services

Q: How often should I deep clean carpet?
A: This depends on how much foot traffic they are getting, how many people live at the property, and if there are any indoor furry pets. Our general recommendation is to have your domestic carpets cleaned professionally at least once every 6 to 8 months. This is because home carpets accumulate dust between their fibres that can not be removed with vacuum cleaning. For commercial spaces, commercial carpet cleaning is typically recommended every 1-3 months, depending on foot traffic and usage.
Q: My carpet smells really bad. Will you be able to remove the bad odour?
A: Yes, our cleaning methods are simply amazing and they effectively deodorise your items thanks to the high-quality carpet shampoos that we use. The lingering smell is either because of staleness and accumulated filth, or a substance that has affected the fabric. In all cases, we will be able to remove the unpleasant smell. After the deep cleaning and stain removal, your carpet will smell fresh and visibly look better.
Q: How long does the carpet cleaning take?
A: The duration of the service depends on the general condition of your carpets, the total size of carpeting which needs to be cleaned, and the type and size of the stains, if there are any. If you’ve tried to remove the stains yourself, this can also prolong the time the technicians will need to clean them properly. The expected timeframe is 30 to 40 minutes for one bedroom, 50 to 60 minutes for two bedrooms, and around 70 to 80 minutes for two bedrooms and a hall or stairs.
Q: Are the detergents you use safe for my family and me?
A: We use tested cleaning products for all our services. They are eco-friendly and biodegradable, and allow us to get rid of all kinds of stains without increasing our carbon footprint. There are no toxic fumes generated during the process of cleaning, and all the formulas are constantly monitored for quality and for their environmental impact. We use products which are safe for you, your kids and your pets at home, as well as for the customers and employees at your workplace.
Q: How long does it take for the carpet to dry?
A: It really depends on the type of carpet fabric, the ventilation in the room, as well as the pile type and thickness. Most carpets usually air dry on their own within 2 to 4 hours while wool carpets can take up to 6 hours to dry, especially if they are shaggy or long pile type. If the conditions in the room seem to make drying difficult, the cleaning technician can bring an air mover (for free) to speed up the drying process.
Q: Can you guarantee that the stains will be removed?
A: We can guarantee that we can remove the most common types of household stains such as those from food, drinks, happy pet accidents, and body fluids. However, you need to consider that there are certain substances that could permanently damage a carpet such as paint, acids, super-strong cleaning products, harsh chemicals, and so forth. If your carpet has been affected by such substances, then it is permanently damaged.
Q: What is the best cleaning method for carpet pet stains?
A: Pet accidents are a very common reason why people book our services. The alkaline salts in pet urine absorb moisture from the air and they never truly dry, no matter how hard you blot them. Spraying these stains with air fresheners and other fragrant cleaning products doesn’t really help with the smell, it makes it even stronger. For pet stains and other similar types of spots, we will start by applying Stain Pro, which is a heavy-duty water- and solvent-based alkaline protein spotter for blood, vomit, urine, wine, ink and most food-based stains. Then, we would resort to Hot Water Extraction deep cleaning as we usually do.
Q: Do you clean rugs?
A: Yes, we can deep clean or dry clean your rugs, depending on their fabric. Hot water extraction is suitable for typical textile items and durable mixed fabric rugs. However, our dry cleaning methods are perfect for delicate rugs made out of natural fabrics. Find out more about our rug cleaning service.
Q: Do you offer flea treatment services?
A: It's not included in the general carpet steam cleaning costs, but if you have a problem with fleas or any other kind of pests in your carpets and home, we have a great team of pest controllers we can arrange for you. Just give us a call to discuss the details.
Q: Can you help me move the furniture out of the room?
A: The technicians can move some smaller pieces of furniture out of the way, like coffee tables or chairs. But if you want the carpets below big items, wardrobes and other massive pieces to be cleaned as well, you should prepare the area in advance. Otherwise, they can clean around these, it’s not a problem.
Q: Is steam cleaning good for a carpet?
A: Yes, steam cleaning is one of the most effective methods for deep cleaning carpets. It removes dirt, allergens, and bacteria embedded deep within the carpet fibers, ensuring a hygienic and fresh environment. Steam cleaning uses hot water extraction, which is recommended by most carpet manufacturers for maintaining the quality and longevity of carpets.
Q: What are the disadvantages of steam carpet cleaning?
A: Steam cleaning is highly effective, but it does come with a few potential downsides: The drying time may take 2 to 6 hours to dry completely, though our professional cleaners use advanced equipment to speed up the process. Additionally, you may need to limit foot traffic on the carpet while it dries. Our Melbourne carpet cleaning employs professional-grade steam cleaning equipment and techniques to address these challenges, ensuring the best results for your carpets.
Q: Is it worth cleaning a 20-year-old carpet?
A: It depends on the condition of the carpet. If the carpet is structurally sound and free from significant wear or tears, professional cleaning can rejuvenate its appearance and extend its life. However, if the carpet is heavily worn, stained beyond repair, or has a persistent odour, replacing it may be a more cost-effective solution.
Q: Why is my carpet still dirty after steam cleaning?
A: There are several reasons why your carpet might still appear dirty after steam cleaning: 1) Insufficient cleaning - Dirt and stains may not have been fully extracted due to improper cleaning techniques. 2) Heavy soiling - Extremely soiled carpets may require multiple cleaning sessions for better results. 3) Residue build-up - Excess detergent left behind can attract dirt more quickly. 4) Reappearing stains - Deep stains may wick back to the surface as the carpet dries. Professional cleaning from experienced technicians ensures these issues are minimised.
Q: How much is carpet cleaning in Melbourne?
A: The cost of carpet rug cleaning in Melbourne depends on factors like the size of the area, the number of rooms, and the cleaning method chosen. Our prices start from $35 per room. For an accurate quote, feel free to contact us or use our easy online booking system.
Q: Is dry cleaning or steam cleaning carpet better?
A: Both methods have their advantages. Steam cleaning is ideal for deep cleaning, it effectively removes dirt, allergens, and stains, leaving your carpets hygienically clean. Dry cleaning is suitable for delicate carpets or situations requiring faster drying times. We recommend steam cleaning for most carpets, as it delivers a more thorough clean and is eco-friendly. However, we also offer dry cleaning for specific cases.
Q: Is it worth getting carpets cleaned?
A: Yes, professional carpet cleaning is absolutely worth it! It extends the life of your carpets, improves indoor air quality, and removes dirt, allergens, and bacteria that regular vacuuming can’t reach. Clean carpets also enhance the overall appearance of your home or office. Investing in regular professional cleaning can save you money in the long run by preserving your carpets.
Q: Is it better to shampoo or steam clean carpets?
A: Steam cleaning is generally better than shampooing because it uses hot water extraction to deeply clean carpets without leaving behind sticky residues. Shampooing, on the other hand, may leave detergent in the fibres, which can attract dirt over time. Our professional steam cleaning services ensure a thorough and residue-free clean, making it the preferred choice for most carpets.
Q: Can you remove tough stains like pet urine, wine, or blood?
A: Yes! Our professional hot water extraction method tackles even the most stubborn stains, including pet urine, wine, and blood. We use industry-grade cleaning equipment combined with safe, effective detergents to lift deep-seated dirt and odours. While most stains are successfully removed, older or set-in stains may require additional treatment for best results.
Q: Can you remove pet urine stains and odours?
A: Absolutely. Pet urine can be tricky because it penetrates deep into carpet fibres and padding. Our process not only removes the stain but also neutralises odours, restores the carpet’s pH balance, and helps prevent pets from resoiling the same area.
Q: Should I clean my carpets myself or hire a professional?
A: While DIY cleaning can work for light surface dirt, professional carpet cleaning is far more effective for deep stains, odours, and overall hygiene. Our trained technicians use high-grade hot water extraction and dry cleaning methods to thoroughly clean carpets, restore freshness, and extend their lifespan. Plus, you save time and avoid the risk of damaging delicate fibres.
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Serving all of Melbourne

Our professional carpet cleaning service is available in all areas of Melbourne. Simply open our convenient online booking form and enter your local area code to configure your service. Also, you will be able to see our available booking slots so pick the ones that work best for and that’s when you will be visited by a fully equipped technician. You can expect a prompt and timely arrival. For easy reference, here you can take a look at some of the areas that we service most frequently:

Trust Fantastic Cleaners with your carpeting for a splendid service!