Passaic County, NJ · ~15 min from Lyndhurst
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning in Clifton, NJ
We service Clifton residential and small commercial properties — schedule a walkthrough by phone.
- Licensed
- Bonded
- Insured
- Eco-friendly
- Pet-safe
Local know-how
How we handle Clifton jobs.
Clifton spreads across many neighborhoods from Botany Village to Allwood, so we confirm the exact address and parking when we quote — it keeps our arrival windows tight across such a large city.
We're in Clifton most weeks — Botany Village, Athenia, Allwood are part of our regular rotation, so we already know the parking and the access quirks that come with each. The homes here run to post-war ranches, Cape Cods, two-family homes, and modern condos spread across the city's many neighborhoods, so we match method and moisture to the fiber in front of us rather than cleaning everything the same way.
Clifton is about 15 minutes from our Lyndhurst base, so same-day windows open up most mornings and next-morning is easy to lock in. Area-rug pickup and delivery is available here too.
Known for Botany Village, the Styertowne shopping center, and Allwood's mid-century streets. We work the Cliftongrid daily — call us if your block isn't obvious on the map.
Common jobs in Clifton
What we typically clean in Clifton homes.
Living-room refresh on Clifton family-room carpet
With post-war ranches, Cape Cods, two-family homes, and modern condos spread across the city's many neighborhoods around Clifton, the once-a-year whole-floor refresh is the most common booking — family room, dining area, and the stairs or hallway that show wear first. Fiber-safe pre-treatment, dry in 4-8 hours.
Pet odor in Clifton bedrooms
Clifton houses with dogs or cats see the same pattern: a bedroom corner that smells fine until the seasons change. UV inspection, enzyme treatment, pad assessment — we tell you upfront what's fixable and what isn't.
Sofa and sectional cleaning in Botany Village
Living-room sectionals collect arm oils and headrest stains. We test for colorfastness on every piece, choose a degreaser-and-extract combo for synthetics, and go low-moisture on linen and viscose.
Stairs and high-traffic lanes
Clifton entryways and stairs wear faster than the rest of the house. We bring a stair tool every visit and do extra extraction passes on traffic lanes — no second trip charge.
All 6 services in Clifton
Every service has its own Clifton page.
Detailed process, fabric-specific notes, scheduling, and FAQs for each one.
Carpet Cleaning in Clifton
Commercial-grade steam cleaning with pH-balanced rinses and fiber-safe spot treatment. Most homes dry in 4–8 hours.
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Upholstery Cleaning in Clifton
Microfiber, polyester, olefin, cotton blends, linen, and viscose. Colorfastness tested, low-moisture extraction, even drying.
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Area Rug Cleaning in Clifton
Synthetic rugs cleaned on-site; wool, hand-knotted, and viscose go off-site for an immersion wash. Free pickup and delivery in Lyndhurst.
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Pet Stain & Odor Removal in Clifton
UV inspection, enzyme/oxidizer chemistry, deep extraction, and realistic options when urine has reached the pad.
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Mattress Cleaning in Clifton
Low-moisture mattress treatment with optional deodorizing for households with allergies, kids, or pets.
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Carpet Installation in Clifton
We handle the whole install: in-home measure, carpet selection, pad and underlayment, seam placement, and full cleanup. Bring your own carpet or have us source from our suppliers.
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Special situations in Clifton, too: water-damage & wet basement carpet extraction, same-day carpet cleaning, and move-out cleaning.
Clifton pricing snapshot
How much does carpet cleaning cost in Clifton?
Carpet cleaning in Clifton starts at $169 for three rooms; a typical three- to four-room job with a flight of stairs runs $229–$278. Sofas start at $139, area rugs at $89, and pet-stain treatment at $30 a spot. Every visit carries a $140 minimum, and you approve a written quote before we start.
Final price depends on rooms, fiber, soil level, and add-ons — the exact quote happens after a walk-through. These are realistic starting points for Clifton jobs, written in plain English so there are no surprises at the door.
- Carpet cleaning · 3 rooms· our starter package
- $169
- Carpet cleaning · 4 rooms
- $218
- Sofa cleaning
- $139
- Sectional (4-seat)· +$40/seat over 4
- $220
- Area rug · medium (8×10)· synthetic; wool +50%
- $129
- Pet stain & odor treatment
- $30/spot
- Stair flight (~13 steps)
- $60
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Add the rooms and add-ons you actually have — see the price tick up.
What customers say
4.9★ from 95+ Google reviews.
“He was very responsive and did a great job making my sofa, rugs and mattresses look new. He was prompt in his response and very affordable as well.”
Dr. Kalpana Daswani
Verified Google review · Sofa, rugs, mattresses
“Dan, the owner of Zep Carpet Cleaning did a fabulous job on a $5,000 couch making it look as though it was just bought. Thank you so much!”
Jay Stavalo
Verified Google review · Upholstery — high-end couch
Reviews are real, pulled from our Google Business Profile.
Get your Clifton quote
Tell us what needs cleaning in Clifton.
A real person reads every message and replies within the hour during business hours. You get a written quote before we start — no four-hour windows, no surprises at the door.
- 4.9★ from 95+ Google reviews
- ~15 min from our Lyndhurst base
- Licensed, bonded & insured — same techs every visit
Questions Clifton customers ask
FAQs from this town.
Do you serve all of Clifton, including Botany Village and Athenia?
Yes — Clifton is in our regular service area. We work Botany Village, Athenia, Allwood and the rest of the town's residential streets. If your address is at the very edge of town we'll confirm at booking; otherwise the answer is yes.
How fast can you get to my Clifton home?
Clifton is about 15 minutes from us in Lyndhurst, so we can usually fit same-day windows if you call before noon, and next-morning windows are easy to lock in.
Do I need to be home during the Clifton appointment?
Ideally yes for the walk-through and to sign off on the quote before we start. After that you can leave — we lock up and text you when we're done. If you can't be present, we'll work it out by phone and photos beforehand.
Are you a local carpet cleaner near Clifton?
Yes — we're an owner-operated carpet and upholstery cleaner in nearby Lyndhurst, about 15 minutes from Clifton, so a "carpet cleaning near me" search in town reaches a real local crew, not a national call center. 95+ Google reviews at 4.9★, and same-day windows are often open if you call before noon.
Do you clean sofas, couches, and upholstery in Clifton?
Yes — upholstery is one of our most-booked services. We clean sofas, sectionals, loveseats, recliners, armchairs, and dining chairs in Clifton, testing every fabric for colorfastness before any moisture touches it. A standard three-seat sofa starts at $139 and sectionals at $220. Microfiber, linen, and viscose each get a method matched to the fiber.
Do you offer rug cleaning with pickup or drop-off in Clifton?
Yes. Synthetic area rugs (from $89) are usually cleaned on-site at your Clifton home; wool, hand-knotted, and viscose rugs go back to our shop for a controlled immersion wash and flat-dry. Pickup and delivery are free within driving distance of our Lyndhurst base, so you don't have to haul the rug anywhere yourself.
Can you handle Clifton apartments and condos?
Yes. We bring elevator-friendly equipment and protect hallways. If your building requires a Certificate of Insurance, mention it at booking — we have one and can send it to building management before the day of service.
What if it rains the day of my Clifton appointment?
Cleaning still happens — it's an indoor job. The only weather variable is humidity, which can stretch dry time to the long end of 4-8 hours. We can leave air movers if needed and recommend running the HVAC fan after we leave.
More on the general FAQ page — including dry times, pet treatment, fabric care, and what to expect on the day.
Recent work
A few from the area.
Before we come out