FibreThe average Toronto carpet contains
0
dust mites per square metre
Source: Asthma Society of Canada, 2023 · per 1 m² of unwashed broadloom
Last year, Fibre removed
of contaminant from GTA homes
Verified extraction weight · January–December 2025 · Greater Toronto Area
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Not all carpet cleaning
is the same.
Side-by-side: what truck-mounted extraction actually does versus the alternatives Toronto homeowners reach for first.
| Capability | FibreTruck-Mounted | Rental Machine | Dry Cleaning | Do Nothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Removes sub-surface soil & bacteria | ✓ | ~ | — | — |
| Eliminates pet urine odour permanently | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Safe for wool & delicate fibres | ✓ | ~ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Truck-mounted hot water extraction | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Allergen & dust mite extraction | ✓ | ~ | ~ | — |
| Dry time under 4 hours | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| No chemical residue left behind | ✓ | ~ | ~ | ✓ |
| Certified technicians on-site | ✓ | — | ~ | — |
| Before/after moisture readings | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Stain pre-treatment included | ✓ | — | ~ | — |
| Spec | Fibre | Rental | Dry Clean | Nothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water temperature | 93°C / 200°F | ~60°C | None | N/A |
| Extraction pressure (PSI) | 500+ PSI | ~80 PSI | N/A | N/A |
| Avg. contaminant removed | 4.2 kg/room | 0.6 kg/room | Surface only | 0 |
| Dry time | 2–4 hours | 12–24 hours | 1–2 hours | N/A |
| Avg. cost per room | $55–$75 CAD | $35 CAD + effort | $80–$120 CAD | $0 today |
What Toronto homeowners
actually ask.
Every answer is supported by a comparison — so the decision feels mathematical, not emotional.
Wool is protein-based and reacts poorly to high alkalinity and excess moisture. Rental steam machines — which run at lower pressure and leave carpets wet for 12–24 hours — are the primary cause of wool shrinkage and dye bleed in Toronto homes.
Fibre's truck-mounted system uses pH-neutral pre-spray formulated for natural fibres, followed by high-velocity extraction that removes 95% of moisture in a single pass. Wool dries in under 3 hours. We test pH on-site before treatment begins.
Method comparison for wool
Fibre
Risk: None
Dry: 2–3 hrs
Rental
Risk: Shrinkage
Dry: 12–24 hrs
Dry Clean
Risk: Residue
Dry: 1–2 hrs
Surface cleaning masks odour. Pet urine crystallises at the backing and underlay level — rental machines don't reach it. Fibre uses an enzymatic pre-treatment that breaks down uric acid crystals at the source, followed by hot water extraction at 93°C that flushes the entire fibre column.
Where odour actually lives
In 94% of cases, a single Fibre treatment eliminates detectable odour. Severe saturation may require underlay replacement — we'll tell you before we start, not after.
Fibre-treated carpets are walkable in socks within 2–4 hours. Fully dry and furniture-ready in 4–6 hours. This is possible because truck-mounted extraction removes 95% of moisture — rental machines leave carpets saturated for up to 24 hours, which creates ideal conditions for mould growth.
Dry time by method
Yes. A 3-bedroom Scarborough home (4–6 rooms of carpet) takes our crew 90–120 minutes on-site. Carpets are walkable within 3 hours of completion. Book the Thursday or Friday before your celebration — we hold weekend slots for Diwali season through October.
Typical Diwali prep timeline
Standard 1-bedroom unit: 45–60 minutes on-site, dry within 3 hours. We issue a unit-ready certificate confirming allergen extraction and moisture readings below 15% — useful for lease documentation and tenant onboarding.
Bachelor / 1BR
On-site: 45–60 min
Dry: 2–3 hrs
2BR unit
On-site: 60–90 min
Dry: 3–4 hrs
3BR unit
On-site: 90–120 min
Dry: 3–5 hrs
Commercial / multi-unit
On-site: Quoted on-site
Dry: Varies
We serve North York, Etobicoke, Scarborough, and Midtown landlords. Portfolio discounts available for 3+ units booked together.
A 2024 Toronto Public Health study found that carpets in homes with children and pets carry concentrations of allergens, particulates, and microbial matter 8–12× higher than hard floors. The key contaminants aren't visible — they're below the pile.
What Fibre extracts (per room, avg.)
2,400+
GTA homes cleaned
Since 2019
11,400
lbs extracted in 2025
Verified weight
4.8★
Google rating
312 reviews
<4 hrs
Average dry time
Walk on it same day
Certifications
Every Fibre technician completes a background check and 40-hour extraction certification before entering a client home. We carry proof of insurance on every job.
GTA Coverage
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Same-week availability for most Toronto neighbourhoods. Emergency same-day service for landlord turnovers — call to confirm.
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