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Bright Side Inc

Upholstery Cleaning, Carpet Cleaning, Oriental Rug Cleaning,

About us

The Bright Side Inc offers a variety of residential and commercial maintenance services from carpet & upholstery cleaning, to air duct and dryer vent cleaning, leather furniture restoration, power washing, deck restoration and sealing services. The Bright Side, Inc. was founded in May of 1993 and incorporated in October of that same year. Our goal is to fulfill the unmet service needs of Chicago's north suburban area. While there are many carpet cleaning companies in the area, surprisingly few have the prerequisite knowledge to provide proper cleaning methods and maintenance advice and information for delicate and high-investment fabrics. The owners of The Bright Side, Inc. have positioned themselves to serve this market niche with extensive education regarding fabrics and fiber materials, the chemistry of cleaning and prior experience in the field. We are proud members of The Better Business Bureau and also carry several recognized cleaning industry certifications. We encourage you to call at (847) 251-6860 or email us for consultations. Send us your photos - we can provide "virtual estimates" at https://brightsidecarpet.com/free-estimate/

Business highlights

32 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Wall-to-Wall Carpet Cleaning, off-site Oriental Rug Cleaning, Commercial Business Carpet Cleaning, Stain Protection, Upholstery Cleaning, Stain Removal, Mattress Cleaning, Steam Cleaning, Odor Removal, Leather Upholstery Cleaning and Renewal, Pressure Washing, Air Duct Cleaning, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Deck Staining

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.0104 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
98%
4
2%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.8
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 26-50 of 104 reviews

Alisa W.
12/2015
5.0
upholstery cleaning
  + -1 more
They were very professional, put paper down and did a great job
Description of Work: Cleaned large sofa, love seat and small sofa plus multiple pillows

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Response from Bright Side Inc
Thank you so much for your positive review; it means a lot to us to earn it and that you help us spread the word! I think its important to clarify for the public's information that the pricing on the job we did for you referred to in the review is inaccurate. Our regular pricing for the work we did was $345, and typically, we offer all Angie's List clients a 10% discount, so normally, your total would have been $311. However, you applied a special offer certificate for upholstery cleaning that we offered on Angie's List Storefront which you purchased for $275, to cover the entirety of the job. We look forward to working with you again in future. Thanks again, and Happy New Year! Yours, Neil Hansen, Owner

Katherine L.
07/2015
5.0
upholstery cleaning
  + -1 more
I was impressed by this company. They gave me a quote over the phone and stuck to the price. Came out on time and cleaned a sofa that had many stains. They did all the pretreatments and cleaning efficiently and effectively. I let everything dry and then noticed a streak and one stain that was still there. Called the next day and they came right back out! No Problem! The owner said they want to know if it isn't to your satisfaction and he really meant it! I thought the one stain would not be able to be removed (been there for over a year) but you can hardly see it! the streaks are also gone! I will not hesitate to us Bright Side again. They are not the cheapest but not the most expensive either. I really got my money's worth.
Description of Work: Cleaned Sofa and large chair

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Henry S.
05/2015
5.0
carpet cleaners, upholstery cleaning
  + 0 more
Did a very nice job of cleaning the carpet in our 1000 Square Foot office. This was the first time we had it cleaned since we moved in six years ago. They worked very hard to get all of the stains out. Nice friendly people..... I strongly recommend them.
Description of Work: Cleaned the Carpet i our company office

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

JON F.
01/2015
5.0
carpet cleaners, oriental rug cleaning, upholstery cleaning
  + 1 more
They are very professional and curteous. They make sure you are satisfied with their work. A couple of pieces of the sectional dried with some streaks that weren't visible or obvious when wet. They came back to take a look, went over it again and blow dried it to make sure it would not re-appear. Great service!
Description of Work: Cleaned carpet on stairs, throw rugs, sectional, chairs, shearling rug

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$700

Vivian N.
01/2015
5.0
upholstery cleaning
  + -1 more
Very pleased with how fabulous the rug looked after cleaning. Very professional, punctual and pleasant. Neal truly cares about customer satisfaction. After Bright Side did such a great job on the rug, we hired them for duct cleaning our home which they did equally as well.
Description of Work: Professionally cleaned wool Oriental rug

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Angela B.
11/2014
5.0
upholstery cleaning
  + -1 more
They did a great job! They were very careful respectful when moving furniture. They did a very thorough job.
Description of Work: Upholstery Cleaning of a Sofa, Loveseat, and Chair

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$275

Jeff G.
10/2014
5.0
oriental rug cleaning, upholstery cleaning
  + 0 more
My initial request of the Bright Side was to look at our area rug and tell me if it could be cleaned or needed replacing. They told me it could be cleaned and they were absolutely right. They did a fantastic job with the area rug, 6 chairs and a sofa. From the first call, Neil was really on top of everything. I was very (pleasantly) surprised because it was so easy and I really got the sense that Neil cared about building a long-term relationship. Of course, most importantly, when we got home, everything was clean and they were absolutely right that the area rug could be cleaned. Neil has earned a long term customer and I will not hesitate to call The Bright Side again.
Description of Work: The cleaned one area rug, one sofa and 6 kitchen chairs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

SANDY & CLIVE P.
09/2014
5.0
carpet cleaners
  + -1 more
Very professional. Very happy with the work. This is the second time we have used them.
Description of Work: They cleaned the carpeting of 2 rooms and a stairway.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Robin B.
09/2014
5.0
carpet cleaners, oriental rug cleaning, upholstery cleaning
  + 1 more
The service was excellent. Easy to schedule, came on time, explained the process, rugs look better than ever. I thought he wouldn't be able to get out the dog barf from the rug but he did. He assured me that he would come back and treat the stains again if they didn't come out. Very happy with the service - I would use him again for upholstery, etc. also. He even liked my dog and was friendly to him! :)
Description of Work: Cleaned carpets in upstairs hallway, stair case and 3 bedrooms. In addition he cleaned 2 area rugs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

DERRICK B.
09/2014
5.0
carpet cleaners, upholstery cleaning
  + 0 more
The quality of the service was outstanding! My carpets turned out much cleaner than when they were done by a big name outfit with a big advertising budget. This is a family owned company that prides clearly prides itself on attention to detail and quality of their work. I would recommend them to others in a heartbeat. In fact, I already have!
Description of Work: Cleaned carpet in my basement, stairs and third floor loft

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

Indra S.
08/2014
5.0
carpet cleaners, upholstery cleaning
  + 0 more
Excellent! Very professional. Our carpets dried quickly because they took the time to soak up the excess water. Our couch dried quickly and looked good. They really do a great job, I just would have preferred them to be a little cheaper but I still think they were a good value. Much better than going to a commercial service that has to charge certain rates. . I would definitely recommend them.
Description of Work: They cleaned our carpets and sofa.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$254

Laura B.
08/2014
5.0
carpet cleaners, upholstery cleaning
  + 0 more
From start to finish, The Bright Side and all their staff were absolutely wonderful! I placed my initial call for services and spoke directly with Owner and President, Neil Hansen. He was courteous, detailed and knew exactly what I needed done - especially since I live in a condo, he advised me of what I needed to find out from my Association for my bldg. before I could place my request for service. Neil's team (Tony and Mike) arrived on the appointed date right at the time we had confirmed - perfectly prompt! They were so helpful - moved furniture to clean my carpets more effectively and basically did everything to perfection. Neil came out at my request after the job was complete as I needed an extra rinse for a tough spot to be removed and he came out himself and removed it perfectly - and he didn't charge an extra fee. The Bright Side team let me know if I needed an extra rinse or the carpet did not clean the first time around or if I noticed anything at all after the carpet was dry, I could call and the team would return and make it perfect - and they did! To have the owner of a company actually come back and make sure all is perfect and cares about great customer service (and making sure a customer is happy and satisfied) is indeed rare these days - I will call The Bright Side again for all my carpet and upholstery cleaning needs in the future - exceptional cleaning, work ethic and customer service. The entire team was prompt, friendly, diligent, professional and thorough and really cared about doing a great job for the customer. I would highly recommend The Bright Side to my friends and family.
Description of Work: The Bright Side cleaned my carpets in my condo and specially cleaned my sofa.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$330

BROUCKA S.
08/2014
5.0
oriental rug cleaning
  + -1 more
When they returned the rug, they were very careful to place in a way that it was not bunched up.
Description of Work: Cleaned an area rug and got many of the spots out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

Mark F.
08/2014
5.0
upholstery cleaning
  + -1 more
Neil gave me a time range of 1-3p and the guys arrived before 3p. Tony and Michael could not have been nicer and very professional for young guys. Nice quick work and everything looks great. We will use them in the future for sure.
Description of Work: Cleaned 2 couch skirts and 1 set of cushions.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Will O.
06/2014
5.0
upholstery cleaning
  + -1 more
The job went well. They did a good job.
Description of Work: They did furniture cleaning.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

John I.
06/2014
5.0
carpet cleaners
  + -1 more
They did a nice job. I think they didn't use the kind of chemicals that we've been concerned about. They came to the house and picked them up and brought them back and did a nice job. They seemed to be very nice guys.
Description of Work: I think they might have done some carpet cleaning for us.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Debra W.
02/2014
5.0
carpet cleaners, oriental rug cleaning, upholstery cleaning
  + 1 more
By far the best upholstery and rug cleaning service I have ever used. Prompt, courteous, perfect. I will call them again without hesitation!
Description of Work: Cleaned sofa, loveseat, and two rugs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

RICHARD G.
01/2014
5.0
upholstery cleaning
  + -1 more
Two Bright Side employees showed up at the appointed time, worked diligently, and did an excellent job. I highly recommend them.
Description of Work: They steamed the upholstery on a new sofa, loveseat, and club chair. Also applied a Teflon protector to all three pieces.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$330

Fredric T.
01/2014
5.0
carpet cleaners, oriental rug cleaning, upholstery cleaning
  + 1 more
They were prompt, polite, clean and did an excellent job. We recommend them highly.
Description of Work: Bright Side took three oriental rugs in their shop, and cleaned the upholstery of one couch.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Myra S.
11/2013
4.0
carpet cleaners
  + -1 more
Services were fine. The carpets are a whole lot cleaner. There wasn't anything that really stood out. He did a nice job and did it in a timely fashion. My interaction with the provider was very good. There was no flexibility; I only had the one room to get done and I had to pay $150 to get one room done.
Description of Work: Bright Side cleaned the carpet in the bedroom for me. He only did one room.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

$150

Response from Bright Side Inc
Member: I am sorry to hear that you were uncomfortable with the price you paid for the work we did. In our initial telephone conversation, I did inform you that we have a single service minimum requirement of $150, and that if you had other areas to be cleaned, that we would do them at no extra charge up to the full value of the $150, at our regular rates. This has been our consistent policy for the last eight years. Due to the decent wages we pay our highly trained technicians, comprehensive insurance, transportation, modern up-to-date equipment, and many other costs unseen by the consumer, we have found it necessary to maintain this minimum service requirement. At this time, however, in appreciation for you as a client, I would like to extend to you a $50 credit that you may apply towards any future work with our firm that is worth at least $200 at our regular rates, with no expiration. To redeem this offer, please print out this report and simply present it to our crew at the next time of scheduled service. On occasion, if a client does not request a quote over the phone, it happens that the cost of services is not discussed beforehand, but in each and every event that a client DOES ask for a "ball park" quote, we always do our best to give as accurate an answer as possible, and to honor those quotes on the day of service if the information we were given about the job was more or less accurate. Yours Most Sincerely, Neil Hansen, Owner, The Bright Side, Inc., Wilmette

ERIC A.
09/2013
5.0
carpet cleaners
  + -1 more
Job went as it should. Provider showed up on time, did a good job, and left the house clean when they left. They vacumed before steam cleaning the carpets which is an extra step versus other competitors I've used in the past. One of the bedrooms was particularly dirty and it looks as clean as can be now. I will utilize them again in the future.
Description of Work: Cleaned carpeting in 2 bedrooms, a hallway and staircase

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

John I.
09/2013
5.0
oriental rug cleaning, upholstery cleaning
  + 0 more
Prompt, professional and friendly. Have used them twice. Will be using them again
Description of Work: Picked up, cleaned and returned rug.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

Sara R.
08/2013
5.0
carpet cleaners
  + -1 more
Mr. Hansen returned our call for an estimate promptly, and we made an appointment for him to visit our condo. He gave us a reasonable estimate, including a discount for the referral from Angie's List. On the day we scheduled the cleaning, he arrived with his assistant Tony. Mr. Hansen was present for much of the cleaning, but not all of it. However, Tony was polite and efficient. Although we had not cleaned our carpet since moving in three years earlier, they removed most of the stains, including ones from wet boots and sick pets. It looked and smelled much better. The day after they cleaned it, a stain emerged in one room. When we called Mr. Hansen, he set an appointment to visit and assess it. He was able to remove it easily, and we appreciated his approachable and responsive attitude with addressing a problem. The price of the cleaning was competitive with another estimate we received from a different highly rated company on Angie's List. We decided to try The Bright Side instead of this other company because Mr. Hansen was willing to schedule an appointment for the cleaning much sooner, and he actually visited our home rather than giving an estimate over the phone only. We were impressed by his careful work, his knowledge about different types of carpeting, his approachable and responsive attitude, and his reasonable price.
Description of Work: He cleaned about 400 square feet of Olefin Berber carpeting, covering two bedrooms and a hallway, in our condo.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$173

SANDY & CLIVE P.
08/2013
5.0
carpet cleaners, furniture repair
  + 0 more
Very professional. Good job. If you just want to make an appointment for an estimate, make sure to tell them up-front, or else they will assume you're scheduling the cleaning.
Description of Work: Cleaned carpeting in dining room, stairs, and halls. Cleaned leather sofa.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Susan P.
08/2013
5.0
carpet cleaners
  + -1 more
I called Monday afternoon and was able to have the services performed the following afternoon. Neil and his tea were very friendly and courteous. They were extremely conscientious and made sure they didn't cause any mess in my home. They cleaned the carpet back to the state it was in when it was installed. It was amazing! Other carpet cleaning companies have cleaned them but none came close to cleaning that well. The upholstery looks great too. Their price was very fair and competitive. I will definitely use them again!
Description of Work: Cleaned stair carpeting, couch, chair & ottoman.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$330

Contact information

690 Sanders Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062

http://brightsidecarpet.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

No License Required for Trade
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Service Categories

Upholstery Cleaning,
Carpet Cleaning,
Oriental Rug Cleaning,
Air Duct Cleaning,
Pressure Washing,
Deck Maintenance,
Furniture Refinishing and Repair,
Dryer Vent Cleaning,
Leather & Vinyl Repair,
Water & Smoke Damage,
Gutter Cleaning

FAQ

Bright Side Inc is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Bright Side Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Bright Side Inc offers free project estimates.
No, Bright Side Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Bright Side Inc offers a 10% senior discount.
No, Bright Side Inc does not offer emergency services.
No, Bright Side Inc does not offer warranties.
Bright Side Inc offers the following services: Wall-to-Wall Carpet Cleaning, off-site Oriental Rug Cleaning, Commercial Business Carpet Cleaning, Stain Protection, Upholstery Cleaning, Stain Removal, Mattress Cleaning, Steam Cleaning, Odor Removal, Leather Upholstery Cleaning and Renewal, Pressure Washing, Air Duct Cleaning, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Deck Staining

Contact information

690 Sanders Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062

http://brightsidecarpet.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM