Our Method

BASIC uses the hot water extraction method (often called steam cleaning) as required by most carpet manufacturers for residential carpet warranties. Below is a photo illustration of the steps involved in cleaning carpet using the hot water extraction method.

Methods are also available for certain types of carpets in situations in which low moisture is necessary or desired. One such method is absorbent compound (also called the host method), in which dry absorbent compound is sprinkled over and agitated into the carpet. This cleaner attracts and absorbs soil and is then removed from the carpet with a vacuum cleaner. Another low-moisture method we offer is absorbent pad/encapsulation cleaning, which involves applying a cleaner to the carpet to dislodge the soil, then picking up the loosened soil from the carpet with an absorbent pad attached to a rotary floor machine.

Hot Water Extraction by BASIC Carpet Care


STEP 1 Thorough vacuuming Removes Dry Soils	STEP 2 Pre-Condition Traffic Areas Loosens & Suspends Soils	STEP 3 Pre-Clean Stubborn Spots Kool-Aid, Pet Stains, Etc

STEP 4 Rinse Carpets with Hot Steam Flushes Out Loosened Soils	STEP 5 Roto-Vac May Be Used for Extra Heavy Soiled Areas	STEP 6 Tab or Block Furniture (when furniture is moved) Protects Carpet & Furniture

STEP 7 Apply Teflon Protector (optional – small additional charge)	STEP 8 Groom Carpet when needed Distributes Teflon Protector Evenly	STEP 9 If faster drying is desired, we will leave powerful turbo-dryers to get your carpet completely dry in a very short time.