Why Choose Chem-Dry vs. Steam Cleaning in Northeast Indiana

Chem-Dry vs. Steam Cleaning: A True Comparison

Discover the Power of Chem-Dry’s Carbonating Cleaning Process. Traditional steam cleaners rely on heavy amounts of water and harsh detergents that can leave sticky residues and long dry times. Chem-Dry’s innovative Hot Carbonating Extraction (HCE) process uses millions of tiny carbonated bubbles to lift dirt and grime to the surface, where it’s whisked away — leaving your carpets cleaner, drier, and healthier.

Cleaner, Drier, Healthier® Carpet Cleaning

• Drier: Uses 80% less water than steam cleaning — carpets dry in 1–2 hours, not 1–2 days.
• Cleaner: Carbonation lifts dirt and grime from deep within carpet fibers — no sticky residue left behind.
• Healthier: The Natural®, our core cleaning solution, is EPA Safer Choice certified and safe for kids and pets.

Serving Fort Wayne and all of Northeast Indiana — Chem-Dry of Northeast Indiana (formerly Chem-Dry of Allen County) brings you fast-drying, deep cleaning service backed by nearly two decades of trusted results.

Not All Carpet Cleaning Services Are Equal

What makes the Chem-Dry Hot Carbonating Extraction cleaning process different from other methods, like steam cleaning? Almost everything.

Instead of soaking your carpets with gallons of water like a steam cleaner does, our HCE process uses about 80% less water. We do this by sending millions of microscopic carbonated bubbles deep into your carpet fibers to explode the dirt within. Particles of dirt and grime are then lifted to the surface and whisked away by our powerful extraction equipment. Due to the minimal amount of moisture used, carpets cleaned the Chem-Dry way dry in just 1 to 2 hours.

The Difference Between Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaning and Steam Cleaning

Chem-Dry Hot Carbonating Extraction

• Resists resoiling
• Low water quantity
• Low pressure application
• Short drying time

Typical Steam Cleaning

• Soapy detergents encourage resoiling
• High water quantity
• High pressure application
• Long drying times

Why Steam Cleaning Falls Short

Steam cleaning systems flood carpets with hot water and soaps that can soak padding beneath the carpet. The result? Longer drying times, potential mold or mildew growth, and residues that attract dirt again soon after cleaning. Chem-Dry’s low-moisture system solves these problems with our patented Hot Carbonating Extraction process.

The Chem-Dry Difference

Our carbonated cleaning bubbles act like tiny scrub brushes, lifting dirt, allergens, and debris to the surface without harsh chemicals or excess water. It’s the same concept that makes sparkling water lift stains from fabrics — now applied with the precision and power of Chem-Dry’s system.

Experience the Better Clean

Whether you need carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, or pet urine odor removal, you’ll see why Chem-Dry is the better, healthier choice for your home or business in Fort Wayne and surrounding counties.

Call 260-490-2705 today or request your ballpark estimate online to experience the Chem-Dry difference.

Based on independent lab testing. Chem-Dry removes an average of 98% of common household allergens from carpets and upholstery.