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Steam Cleaning vs OxyMagic in Blaine, MN
Steam cleaning rinses with hot water and pulls it back out. OxyMagic applies a light amount of hydrogen peroxide based cleaner instead. Most OxyMagic carpets are dry in 1 to 2 hours, depending on the carpet and the weather.
Live in Blaine or the north metro? Call or text OxyMagic Twin Cities at 763-213-6217. We pick up 8AM to 8PM every day, and you can text anytime.
$129 for two carpeted rooms That's the starting price. More rooms or extras? You'll get the price in writing before we start.
Why homeowners pick OxyMagic
- Most carpets dry in an hour or two, depending on conditions
- A low-moisture clean that goes light on water
- Cleaner dries crisp and vacuums up
- You get the price before we start
- Locally owned by the Malark family since 2024
Side by side
OxyMagic vs steam cleaning, side by side
| What matters | OxyMagic | Steam cleaning |
|---|---|---|
| Water | A light amount of cleaner worked into the fibers | Hot water sprayed in and pulled back out |
| Drying time | Usually 1 to 2 hours, depending on the carpet and the weather | Longer, since more water goes in |
| After it dries | Cleaner dries crisp and vacuums up | Depends on how well soap is rinsed out |
| Certifications | OxyMagic holds Green Seal and EPA Safer Choice certifications | Varies by provider |
| Ownership | Locally owned by the Malark family since 2024 | Varies by provider |
We kept the other side general, since every company and machine works a little differently. Our side is how we clean and the certifications we hold.
How much water goes in
The Carpet and Rug Institute says hot water extraction rinses the carpet with hot water and pulls it back out. That's a lot of water in and out.
OxyMagic uses a light amount of cleaner and agitation instead, so the carpet never gets soaked.
How long it takes to dry
More water means more drying time, especially in humid weather.
Most OxyMagic carpets are dry in 1 to 2 hours, depending on the carpet and the weather.
After it dries
With any method, soap that isn't rinsed out can leave carpet sticky.
Our cleaner dries crisp, not sticky, and vacuums right up with the dirt once the carpet is dry.
Choosing between them
Check your carpet maker's care guide first. Some name hot water extraction.
Otherwise, pick the clean that fits your day. With OxyMagic, most carpets are dry in an hour or two, depending on the carpet and the weather. OxyMagic Twin Cities is owned by the Malark family in Blaine, and you call or text the same local team that quotes and cleans.
Comparing more options? Here are our other side-by-side guides, plus how to choose a carpet cleaner.
Sources
- The Science of Carpet CleaningCarpet and Rug Institute
- CRI 205 Residential Carpet Standard for Maintenance and CleaningCarpet and Rug Institute
- How OxyMagic Carpet Cleaning WorksOxyMagic Twin Cities
Want a local price to compare?
Call or text OxyMagic at 763-213-6217, and we'll tell you if our clean fits your carpet.
We come to you across the northern Minneapolis metro. All service areas
Questions
Which dries faster, steam cleaning or OxyMagic?
Most OxyMagic carpets are dry in 1 to 2 hours, depending on the carpet and the weather. Hot water extraction usually takes longer because more water goes in.
Why is hot water extraction called steam cleaning?
It's a nickname. The steam you see comes from the hot water.
Will my carpet feel sticky after you clean?
No. Our cleaner dries crisp, not sticky, and vacuums right up, so less soap stays behind to grab new dirt.
What does OxyMagic clean with?
A hydrogen peroxide based carpet cleaner. OxyMagic holds Green Seal and EPA Safer Choice certifications. You can check both official records.