Carpet & Duct Cleaning in Scarborough

UltiClean cleans carpets, air ducts, tile and grout, upholstery and mattresses in Scarborough, Toronto, Ontario. We serve Agincourt, Malvern, Scarborough Village, Guildwood, Bendale, Scarborough Junction, the Golden Mile, Wexford, Cliffside and the condos around Scarborough Town Centre. Call 647-676-0576: we are open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Cleaning Scarborough’s post-war homes

Much of Scarborough was built in a rush after the Second World War, when its population more than doubled in five years and kept climbing through the 1960s. Bungalows, split-levels and semis from that era are still the backbone of many neighbourhoods. These homes often have finished basements, original or decades-old ductwork and carpet in the lower level. They are exactly the homes where deep cleaning pays off.

Air duct cleaning in Scarborough

Older duct systems collect years of dust, and renovations add drywall and sawdust. We clean every supply and return run mechanically with a rotating brush and powerful extraction, clean the furnace blower area and clear the dryer vent. We never put steam into ducts. See our Toronto duct cleaning page for the full process.

Carpet cleaning in Scarborough

Basement carpet, bedrooms, stairs and area rugs, cleaned with truck-mounted hot water extraction at 230°F. Basements can get musty, so we treat odours and can add deodorizing. More on our Toronto carpet cleaning page.

Basement flood cleanup

When a basement takes on water, carpet and underpad need to be extracted and dried fast to limit damage and odour. See water damage cleanup.

Tile and grout cleaning

Kitchen and bathroom tile, entryways and shower walls. We clean the grout, rinse with extraction and seal or recaulk on request. See tile and grout cleaning.

Upholstery and mattresses

Sofas, sectionals, chairs, leather furniture and mattresses, cleaned in your home. See upholstery cleaning.

Condos near Scarborough Town Centre

We clean condo carpets, upholstery and dryer vents and work around building rules and elevator bookings.

Scarborough cleaning questions

My bungalow’s ducts have never been cleaned. Is it worth it?

Usually, yes. We inspect first and show you what is inside before you commit.

Can you clean basement carpet that smells musty?

Yes. Hot water extraction plus odour treatment handles most cases. If moisture is still getting in, the source needs fixing first, and we will tell you.

Do you serve all of Scarborough?

Yes, from Malvern and Agincourt in the north to Guildwood, Cliffside and the Bluffs in the south.

Scarborough neighbourhoods we serve

Agincourt and Milliken

Established family homes and townhouses with finished basements, often shared by extended families. Carpets, upholstery and ducts in busy homes like these need cleaning more often.

Malvern and Morningside

Townhouses and detached family homes, many with well-used ductwork and carpeted stairs.

Guildwood, Cliffside and the Bluffs

Older detached houses near the lake, where humidity can make basements musty. Basement carpet cleaning, odour treatment and duct cleaning are common bookings here.

Bendale, Wexford and Scarborough Junction

Post-war bungalows and side-splits from the 1950s and 1960s, often with original ductwork that has never been fully cleaned.

Scarborough Town Centre and Golden Mile condos

Newer condo towers with in-suite systems, long dryer vent runs and carpeted bedrooms.

Why post-war homes need extra attention

A bungalow built in the 1950s may have had four or five furnaces over its lifetime, with ducts patched and extended each time. Finished basements were often added decades later, tied into the original returns. Every renovation, every furnace swap and every year of use leaves dust and debris inside. Basement carpet in these homes sits on concrete, where it can pick up moisture and odour. A thorough duct cleaning and a proper hot water extraction of the basement carpet usually make the biggest difference to how the house smells and feels.

What Scarborough customers book most

• Full duct and furnace cleaning in older bungalows and side-splits
• Basement carpet cleaning and odour treatment
• Water extraction after basement flooding
• Sofa and sectional cleaning in busy family homes
• Tile and grout cleaning in kitchens and bathrooms
• Move-out carpet cleaning for tenants and landlords

Basement care tips

1. Run a dehumidifier in summer and keep humidity between about 30 and 50 percent.
2. Check downspouts and grading so water drains away from the foundation.
3. Clean up spills and leaks on basement carpet right away.
4. Book a deep carpet clean once a year, more often if the basement is a living space.
5. If water ever gets in, call quickly. Fast extraction limits damage and odour.

Seasonal tips for Scarborough homes

Spring: watch for basement water during the thaw and heavy rain, and rinse winter salt out of entry carpet. Summer: keep basement humidity down. Fall: clean ducts and the dryer vent before the heating season. Winter: use mats at every entrance to keep salt off carpet and tile.

Why Scarborough customers choose UltiClean

• Experience with older ductwork and finished basements
• Truck-mounted hot water extraction for deep cleaning and faster drying
• Water extraction available 24 hours a day
• A written quote before any work starts, and no door-to-door sales
• Serving the GTA since 2010

More Scarborough cleaning questions

Can you clean a flooded basement carpet?

Yes. We extract standing water, assess whether the pad can be saved, then clean and deodorize. Call as soon as the source of water is stopped.

Do you clean ducts in bungalows?

Yes. Bungalows often have shorter runs but older ductwork with plenty of buildup.

Do you serve the whole of Scarborough?

Yes, from Malvern and Agincourt to Guildwood, Cliffside and the Bluffs.

How long does a basement carpet take to dry?

Usually several hours. Running a dehumidifier and fans speeds it up.

Our services in Scarborough, in detail

Carpet and rug cleaning

Truck-mounted hot water extraction at 230°F, with pre-treatment for traffic lanes, pet spots and stains. Basement carpet gets extra attention for odour. Stairs are cleaned step by step and area rugs in your home. See carpet cleaning in Toronto.

Upholstery and mattresses

Sofas, sectionals, chairs, leather and mattresses cleaned in your home. See upholstery cleaning.

Getting the most from your cleaning

• Change your furnace filter on schedule.
• Vacuum weekly and blot spills right away.
• Use mats at every entrance in winter.
• Book carpet cleaning every 12 to 18 months, more often with pets.

Before you book in Scarborough

To give you an accurate written quote, tell us the number of rooms and stairs, whether the basement is carpeted, the number of vents and furnaces, and any odours, stains or water problems. If your basement has flooded recently, let us know when and how much water came in. For condos near Scarborough Town Centre, tell us about elevator bookings and parking.

Do you clean in Agincourt and Malvern?

Yes, along with Milliken, Morningside, Bendale, Wexford, Scarborough Junction, Guildwood, Cliffside and the Bluffs.

Can duct cleaning help with a musty smell?

It can when dust and debris in the ducts are part of the cause. If the smell comes from moisture in the basement, the moisture needs fixing too, and we will tell you what we find.

Do you clean tile in older bathrooms?

Yes. Original ceramic tile often looks much better once decades of soil are cleaned out of the grout. See tile and grout cleaning.

Can you replace mouldy caulking?

Yes. See tile caulking.

What affects your quote in Scarborough

Older bungalows and side-splits often have shorter duct runs but more buildup, while larger two-storey homes have more vents and rooms. Basement carpet with odour or water damage takes extra treatment. Condos near Scarborough Town Centre need elevator bookings and parking. Tell us your home type, the services you need and any problem areas, and you will get a clear written quote.

Landlords and rental properties

Scarborough has many rental basements and townhouses. Cleaning carpets, ducts and dryer vents between tenants keeps units fresh and helps catch problems early. We can clean several units in one visit and quote them together.

Do you clean dryer vents in Scarborough townhouses?

Yes. Townhouse dryer vents often run through a side wall or the roof, and long runs clog faster. We clean the full run to the outside hood and check the airflow before we leave.

Helpful guides for Scarborough homeowners

• Flooded basement carpet: what to do first: the first hours after water gets in, and whether carpet can be saved.
• Is duct cleaning worth it? An honest look at when older ductwork needs cleaning and when it can wait.
• How often should you clean your dryer vent? A simple schedule by household size, pets and vent length.
• How to get pet urine out of carpet: fresh accidents, old odours, and why the smell comes back on humid days.
• How to remove winter salt stains: clearing white salt lines from entry carpet, stairs and tile.