Professional carpet cleaning is an art. Professional carpet cleaning service providers who attain the IICRC certification are certified in the art of practical application, identification of fiber, yarn and carpet construction. Cleaning science and methodology and other issues and concerns faced in maintaining and cleaning installed broadloom carpet.

Receiving the IICRC certification represents that the certified has been adequately prepared to perform carpet cleaning techniques and procedures, including pre-inspection, fabric identification, basic cleaning chemicals and equipment, and proper cleaning techniques and procedures with a residential and light commercial emphasis.