“This service was incredible. Mayhem ensued Friday night, and Ahmed saved the day first thing Saturday morning. He responded immediately at 8am and arrived before noon — which was critical for red wine on white fabric.”
Jacqueline Budgen
McLean, VA
24/7 Emergency Response · McLean & Greater DC Area
Emergency flooding, mold discovery, or damaged carpets — Salem Steamer responds fast, works to IICRC standards, and delivers a documented outcome. Serving McLean and the DC metro since 2003.
IICRC
Certified
Certified in carpet, upholstery, and restoration — trained to a defined standard on every job.
since
2003
Carpet, upholstery, water damage, mold — over 300 jobs completed across McLean and the DC metro.
300+
Five-star reviews across Google — from carpet jobs to full water damage restoration.
Standards & Certification
We've been IICRC-certified since day one. Whether it's carpet, upholstery, pet odor, or water damage and mold — the same standard applies across every job. Trained technicians, documented process, consistent results. Fully licensed, fully insured. More than 300 clients have left reviews over the years. We don't ask for them. They come from the work.
300+
Verified Reviews
2003
Est.
IICRC
Certified Firm
"You called us to fix it right. That's the job."
When something goes wrong in your home — water, mold, fire — it's stressful. We explain what we're seeing, we don't rush you, and we stay until it's done.
Our Difference
Everyone on our crew is background-checked, trained, and in uniform when they arrive. We communicate throughout the job, document what we find, and keep your information private. We operate the same way on every project regardless of scope.
We work on antique hardwood, natural stone, wool rugs, modern finishes — all of it. The approach is matched to the material, not applied uniformly. The goal is to restore the surface to what it was, not just make it look better temporarily.
Insurance claims are work. When you have one, we bring in a licensed public adjuster at no charge. They know the language, know the process, and negotiate to get you what your policy actually covers. You don't have to manage that yourself.
When the job is done, an independent certified lab tests your air and surfaces and produces a written report. If the numbers are good, you have documentation in hand. If anything falls short, we come back.
Same-day and weekend availability for most jobs. We show up on time, work efficiently, and are out of your way as quickly as the job allows. No disruption longer than it needs to be.
Our Service
Carpet and upholstery care, water damage, mold remediation — every job follows a defined process. Certified protocols, start to finish.

Rapid mitigation and structural drying under certified IICRC protocols to stabilize and fully restore affected areas.
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Controlled containment and certified removal designed to eliminate contamination and protect indoor air quality.
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Deep restorative treatment that removes contaminants while preserving material integrity and finish.
Read MoreOur Method
Defined Systems. Measurable Standards. Consistent Results.
Before any work starts, we assess the site directly — surface types, moisture levels, what is contaminated, what is at risk. The work plan comes from what we actually find.
We follow IICRC-certified procedures with equipment suited to the specific conditions. The method depends on what is there.
Moisture readings are taken at multiple stages. Inspection points are documented. You get numbers, not assurances.
Scope is defined before we start. We stay in contact while the work is happening. When it is done, you confirm it meets what was agreed.
Built on standardized operating procedures designed for consistent execution across every service location.
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Client Testimonials
“This service was incredible. Mayhem ensued Friday night, and Ahmed saved the day first thing Saturday morning. He responded immediately at 8am and arrived before noon — which was critical for red wine on white fabric.”
Jacqueline Budgen
McLean, VA
“We just generally have a hard time finding service providers who we can trust — people who will do an excellent job AND give you a fair price. Salem Steamer checks both those boxes.”
Phil Nevels
Vienna, VA
“Salem Steamer did an incredible job cleaning my carpets — they look brand new again. The team was punctual, professional, and very respectful of my home. They took their time to remove deep stains.”
Labib Anwaryan
Arlington, VA
Real Results
Called Friday night after a dinner party. Ahmed arrived Saturday at 8am. The white fabric sofa looked brand new by noon — no trace of the stain remained. Client confirmed: "It's like it never happened."
Full color restoration · Same-day service
Burst pipe flooded the finished basement overnight. We extracted standing water on arrival, set calibrated drying equipment, and monitored daily moisture readings. Independent lab certified clearance on day 4.
IICRC S500 compliant · Third-party lab certified
Mold found during a renovation behind drywall. We established full containment, removed affected materials under negative pressure, treated structural framing, and delivered a sealed third-party clearance report.
IICRC S520 protocol · Sealed lab report delivered
Service Areas
IICRC-certified restoration throughout McLean and the surrounding Washington, DC metropolitan region. Click a pin to see service details.
Contact Salem Steamer today. Our team responds within one business hour.