Mattress cleaning in Exeter
Professional mattress cleaning services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Deep mattress cleaning that eliminates dust mites, allergens, and bacteria from your sleeping surface. Service provided by our specialist partner Jackman Fabric Care — the professional choice for a genuinely healthier bedroom.
What's Actually Living in Your Mattress
You spend roughly a third of your life in bed. And so does everything else. The average mattress contains hundreds of thousands of dust mites — feeding on dead skin cells, producing allergen particles that trigger asthma and eczema, and living 18 inches from your face every night.
Add sweat (the average person loses around half a litre per night), dead skin cells, the occasional spill, and possibly pets, and it's clear that a mattress that's never been professionally cleaned is not a clean sleeping surface, regardless of how fresh the sheets are.
💡 Pro tip: Mattress protectors are a good idea, but they don't reach deep into the mattress itself. Professional extraction cleans through the layers, not just the surface.
What Professional Cleaning Addresses
| Problem | Result |
|---|---|
| Dust mites and their allergens | Extracted and eliminated |
| Sweat stains and odour | Treated and neutralised |
| Spill and accident stains | Pre-treated and deep cleaned |
| Surface bacteria | Sanitised with appropriate solution |
| General "old bed" smell | Fully deodorised |
What's Included
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Pre-inspect | Stains identified, mattress type assessed |
| Pre-treat | Targeted stain treatment applied and given dwell time |
| Deep clean | Professional hot water extraction through the surface layers |
| Deodorise | Safe deodorising treatment applied |
| Post-inspect | Results reviewed before leaving |
Pricing Guide
| Mattress Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single | 45-60 mins | £60 |
| Double or King | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Super King | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Heavily stained mattresses may take longer.
Perfect For...
✅ Allergy and asthma sufferers — dust mite allergen removal makes a measurable difference
✅ Young children's rooms — children spend more time in bed and are more sensitive to allergens
✅ Guest bedrooms — refresh before visitors arrive
✅ Rental changeovers — landlords preparing a property between tenants
✅ Post-illness — clean and sanitise after someone has been unwell
Why Choose Us for Mattress cleaning in Exeter?
Removes dust mites, allergens, and dead skin cells from deep in the mattress
Stain treatment for sweat, spill, and accident marks
Odour elimination — not just masking
Delivered by specialist partner Jackman Fabric Care
What to Expect
Step 1: Assessment
Mattress type, condition, and any staining is assessed before cleaning begins. Memory foam, spring, and hybrid mattresses each get a tailored approach.
Step 2: Stain Pre-treatment
Problem areas receive targeted treatment. Biological stains get enzyme-based pre-treatment. Dwell time is given for it to work.
Step 3: Deep Clean
Professional extraction equipment removes dirt, dust mite debris, allergen particles, and cleaning solution from the mattress layers. Not a surface treatment.
Step 4: Deodorise
A safe, residue-free deodorising treatment neutralises odours rather than masking them.
Step 5: Dry
Leave bedroom ventilated. Most mattresses are ready within 3–5 hours. We recommend leaving it until fully dry before replacing bedding.
🔧 DIY Tips
Good mattress hygiene between professional cleans:
🔧 What helps
- A good-quality mattress protector — waterproof but breathable ones are best
- Strip and wash bedding at 60°C weekly (kills dust mites)
- Let your mattress breathe — pull back the duvet for 30 minutes each morning before making the bed
- Vacuum the mattress with the upholstery attachment when you change bedding
⚠️ Avoid
- Spot-treating with too much water — mattresses don't dry easily and can develop mould inside
- Harsh chemical sprays — these can leave residues that irritate skin
- Putting bedding on a still-damp mattress — seals in moisture and encourages mould
💡 Pro trick: Sprinkle bicarbonate of soda over the mattress, leave for a couple of hours, then vacuum off. It absorbs surface odours between professional cleans. Not a substitute for proper cleaning, but a useful freshen-up.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🫁 Allergy households: dust mite allergen levels can drop significantly after professional mattress cleaning. Combined with anti-allergy pillow and duvet protectors, it's one of the most effective changes you can make for allergy sufferers.
Two mattresses? Book both together — it's more efficient and you won't need to call us out twice.
This service is provided by Jackman Fabric Care, our specialist partner for mattress, carpet, and upholstery cleaning in Exeter and Devon. All enquiries, bookings, and questions go through Hembury Contracting.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I get my mattress professionally cleaned?
Every 12–18 months is a good rule of thumb. If anyone in the household has allergies, asthma, or skin sensitivities — or if you have young children or pets — annually is better. A mattress that hasn't been cleaned is typically home to millions of dust mites.
Can you remove old stains?
Many stains — sweat rings, food and drink spills, urine stains — respond well to professional cleaning. Old set-in stains and some biological stains may leave a faint trace even after cleaning. We'll be honest about what's achievable before we start.
How long does a mattress take to dry?
Professional hot water extraction leaves mattresses damp but not wet. Most mattresses are ready to sleep on within 3–5 hours with windows open. We recommend leaving the bedroom ventilated while it dries.
Is this safe for memory foam mattresses?
Yes — Jackman Fabric Care adjusts their technique for memory foam, using lower moisture than with traditional spring mattresses. Memory foam absorbs water more readily, so the approach is more careful.
Is this through Jackman Fabric Care?
Yes — mattress cleaning is carried out by our specialist partner Jackman Fabric Care, with over 20 years' experience in professional fabric and interior cleaning across Exeter and Devon. All enquiries and bookings go through Hembury Contracting.
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Carried out by Jackman Fabric Care
All interior cleaning is carried out by our specialist partner Jackman Fabric Care — Exeter's trusted name in professional fabric and floor cleaning with over 20 years' experience.
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