Looking for upholstery cleaning in El Dorado Hills, Placerville, or Folsom? Carter’s Carpet Restoration is your trusted local upholstery cleaning company, offering steam cleaning for sofas, chairs, sectionals, leather furniture, microfiber, and more.

With over 30 years of experience, Carter’s uses green cleaning products, specialized tools, and truck-mounted steam cleaning equipment to remove dirt, oils, allergens, and stains from your furniture — leaving it clean, fresh, and residue-free.

Why Choose Professional Upholstery Cleaning?

Your furniture is one of the most used and overlooked parts of your home. Over time, dirt, body oils, pet dander, and allergens build up in fabrics, even if they look clean on the surface. Professional cleaning:

  • Extends the life of your furniture by removing buildup that breaks down fibers
  • Improves indoor air quality by eliminating trapped dust and allergens
  • Restores the fresh, clean look and feel of your upholstery
  • Helps protect your investment by keeping fabrics soft and vibrant

Depending on your household, we recommend professional upholstery cleaning every 1–3 years. Families with children or pets may benefit from annual cleanings, while low-traffic homes may need it less frequently.

Our Upholstery Cleaning Process

Carter’s uses a safe and thorough steam cleaning process designed specifically for upholstery and furniture:

  1. Pre-Treatment with a Green Cleaning Agent
    A safe, eco-friendly solution is applied to loosen soil, body oils, and stains.
  2. Gentle Fabric Agitation
    Using an upholstery brush, we work the cleaning agent into the fabric to lift debris and prepare for deep cleaning.
  3. Steam Cleaning with Specialized Tools
    Our technicians use a tool designed for furniture that simultaneously delivers steam and powerful vacuum extraction, removing soil, oils, allergens, and cleaning agents without leaving residue.
  4. Quick Drying
    Furniture is left clean, fresh, and residue-free, drying quickly so it’s ready for use.

What We Clean

Carter’s can clean nearly any type of upholstery or furniture, including:

  • Fabric sofas, loveseats, and sectionals
  • Microfiber furniture
  • Leather furniture
  • Dining room and dinette chairs
  • Office chairs and upholstered commercial furniture

No job is too big or too small. Whether it’s a single chair or an entire living room set, Carter’s delivers professional results.

Green Cleaning for a Healthier Home

We use high-quality, eco-friendly cleaning agents that are safe for your family and pets. Our process removes built-up soil and allergens while leaving no sticky residue behind — so your furniture stays cleaner, longer.

Schedule Your Upholstery Cleaning Estimate Today

Protect your investment and restore the comfort and beauty of your furniture. Carter’s Carpet Restoration offers professional upholstery and furniture cleaning in El Dorado Hills, Placerville, Folsom, and surrounding areas.

Call today for your free estimate and let us help extend the life of your furniture.

Furniture & Upholstery Cleaning FAQs

1. Is professional upholstery cleaning worth it?

Yes, professional upholstery cleaning is worth it because it removes deep dirt, allergens, and oils that household vacuums and sprays can’t reach.

Carter’s Carpet Restoration uses specialized equipment and fabric-safe solutions to restore color, remove stains, and extend the life of your furniture.

2. How often should I have my upholstery professionally cleaned?

Most households benefit from professional upholstery cleaning every 12 to 24 months.

Homes with children, pets, or allergies may need cleaning every 6 to 12 months to prevent buildup and keep fabrics fresh and healthy.

3. What is the best way to clean fabric upholstery?

The best way to clean fabric upholstery is with a professional hot water extraction or low-moisture cleaning method designed for your fabric type.

Carter’s Carpet Restoration inspects each piece to determine the safest and most effective approach for your furniture’s material and condition.

4. Is it better to shampoo or steam clean upholstery?

Steam cleaning, also called hot water extraction, is generally better than shampooing for most upholstery fabrics.

It removes embedded soil and allergens without leaving sticky residue. Shampooing can attract dirt if not properly rinsed.

5. Can professional upholstery cleaning remove stains and odors?

Yes, professional upholstery cleaning can remove most stains and odors, including those caused by food, drinks, pets, or body oils.

Carter’s Carpet Restoration uses enzyme-based and deodorizing treatments that target the source of odors instead of just masking them.

6. How long does it take for furniture to dry after professional cleaning?

Most upholstery dries within 4 to 6 hours after cleaning.

Dry time depends on fabric type, humidity, and ventilation. Running ceiling fans or opening windows can help speed up drying.

7. Is professional upholstery cleaning safe for kids and pets?

Yes, Carter’s Carpet Restoration uses cleaning products that are safe for children and pets when applied correctly.

All solutions are non-toxic, biodegradable, and thoroughly rinsed, leaving no harmful residues behind.

8. Will professional cleaning damage my furniture?

No, professional upholstery cleaning will not damage your furniture when performed by trained technicians.

Carter’s uses fabric-specific cleaning methods and pre-tests all materials to ensure colors don’t fade and fibers stay soft.

9. How much does professional upholstery cleaning cost?

Upholstery cleaning prices vary based on furniture size, fabric type, and soil level.

For the most accurate pricing, contact Carter’s Carpet Restoration for a personalized quote or to schedule your upholstery cleaning service.

10. How can I keep my furniture clean between professional cleanings?

To keep upholstery clean between professional services, vacuum weekly and address spills immediately.

Avoid harsh chemicals or home remedies, which can set stains or damage fabric. Using fabric protectors and regular maintenance extends furniture life and appearance.

Our carpets look brand new again. Very polite, experienced crew. A little more expensive but the results are worth it.
I reached out to them after my usual dry cleaner mentioned they weren’t comfortable attempting to remove an oil stain from my hand-dyed linen couch slipcover. Although it had been about a month since the incident, their team responded promptly, arrived on time, and resolved the issue in just 30 minutes. The slipcover now looks as good as new. I will definitely use their services in the future!
Second time using this company, what a gem they are! Show up exactly when promised, do a great job for a reasonable price. Jose Jr and Hector did the work today, they couldn't have been nicer and did a stellar job. So glad to have found this company!

EDIT: used them for a 3rd time in March 2026, Austin and his service was just as great as the other times used. Really great company, responsive, excellent cleaning, right on time, couldn't ask for anything else!
I can’t say enough good things about the way Jose cleaned my carpet. I didn’t even have to tell him what and where to clean some spots. He just did and cleaned the spots. I will give him 10 stars if I could!! And great price too!!!
I always use this company!!! They always do a great job!!!and Austin is GREAT !!!!
very professional and courteous, also prompt
I have been doing business with Carter’s Carpet Restoration for over 20 years and continue to be impressed by their excellent customer service and professionalism. Austin has been my technician for the last 5 or 6 years and there just aren’t enough positive things to say about this guy—dedicated, professional, hard working and respectful of me and my belongings. This last time he was assisted by Sergio and he’s learning from the best! Thank you to the amazing team at Carter’s! You guys do an outstanding job!
It's rare that I give a review for no transaction taken but I need too because Carter’s Carpet especially Dean is such a great guy. Very responsive and helpful even for a job that's just 6inchx6inch carpet repair. Thanks.
The team at Carters came highly recommended by our neighbors, who had wonderful experiences with them—and now we completely understand why. We couldn’t be happier with the service we received. They were professional, kind, and incredibly thorough from start to finish.
We had a stubborn coffee stain on our light-colored upholstery that we thought might never come out, but they handled it with great care and expertise. The results exceeded our expectations.
We highly recommend their team to anyone looking for exceptional service!
Professional & friendly staff; I was very satisfied with their work & services. Definitely use them again!

Mark
quick service, excelent job
Carter's got my rugs cleaner than anyone else has and they came so quickly! Great experience!
Austin restretched and cleaned our carpet. He removed a few stains we didn't think would come out. He was on time and very professional!. We will certainly use Carter's again!
Awesome work. They got me in same day after another local company cancelled on me twice. They did a really great job. Carpet looks way better than it did. Thanks.
We always have a great experience with Carter’s carpet cleaners. This time we used them for tile and grout cleaning. Came out amazing! I will definitely use them again in the future.
The young men who cleaned 4 rugs did an excellent job. They were thorough, efficient, friendly, and polite. We have used this service in the past and have always been completely satisfied. I highly recommend Carter's Carpet Restoration.
I had the most amazing experience today when my carpets were cleaned and additional cleaning of my tiles on the floor. I have lived with being have the tiles a different color for 25 years due to wear.
After the cleaning they were exactly like new.
Thank you so very much.
I had never heard of Carter's until a friend recommended them. My husband and I were super pleased with Austin who came to clean our carpets and a sectional. He was personable, knowledgeable, and meticulous. Replacing our carpet was a near future plan, but after Austin cleaned, we will move on to other projects for now. He did a fantastic job. We will for sure be using Carter's again in the future.
Excellent carpet cleaning for small area, especially removing dog stains.
100% happy with Carters Carpet Restoration. I called last minute before the holiday and they were able to get me scheduled. Prompt professional service highly recommended their services!
We needed to have the carpet stretched in a few rooms. The techs arrived on time and got right to work. We had moved the small items out of the way, but they moved the bigger furniture -- a service which we paid for. They were quiet in the stretching -- I had expected a lot of pounding. End result, no more ripples in the carpet, furniture all back in place. We are happy.
Austin and Sergio did a great job on our carpets. They were very professional and prompt. I highly recommend Carters Carpet. We have used them several times.
Jose did a great job and also gave us good advice for future carpet care.
Very pleased with service. They were patient with my work meetings during the cleaning and did a wonderful job.

Restore the Beauty of Your Floors and Furniture

Trust Carter’s Carpet Restoration for expert cleaning and restoration services in El Dorado Hills, Placerville, and surrounding areas. Whether you need carpet, tile, stone, wood, or upholstery care, our professional team delivers results you can count on.