How Much Does Carpet Cleaning Cost?
Once you get your carpet installed, it is a good idea to do your best to keep it clean. While you may be able to clean up a spill on the surface and no longer be able to see it, there is most likely still residue from the spill deep in the carpet. As the carpet gets worn down, this may become visible – especially if the spill is in a high-traffic area. In order to keep your carpet as clean as possible, you should schedule a carpet cleaning about once a year. This can also help remove any germs or allergens in your carpet, keeping your home clean and healthy.
How much is it?
- Having all the carpets in your house cleaned will depend on how many rooms you have that are carpeted as well as if you have any carpeted staircases. In general, a full house carpet cleaning will cost between $100 and $400.
- Services such as Stanley Steemer charge a certain price per room. This price is not a fixed amount, however; the more rooms you have cleaned, the less it costs per room. For example, to have three bedrooms and a living room cleaned it will cost $136. Adding a staircase to this will raise the price to $159.
- To have carpet cleaned per room, the prices can range anywhere from $15 to $55. This will all depend on the size of the room.
- If you want these same four rooms and staircase protected from future stains as well, your total price will be $238, and if you also want to have them deodorized (a good idea if you have pets) your total will be $317.
- Another option for carpet cleaning is to rent a portable carpet cleaner and do the work yourself. You can rent the Rug Doctor for $24.99. You will also need to purchase all the cleaning products in addition to this. According to the Rug Doctor cost calculator, you can save about 60% by doing the work yourself. The downside is that the portable cleaners do not do as good of a job, nor do you have much experience cleaning carpets.
What is going to be included?
- Most companies will ask you to remove anything breakable or valuable from the rooms being cleaned, but they will take care of moving the furniture.
- Any visible spots will be pre-treated in order to remove them with ease.
- Carpet will be steam cleaned, usually using very hot water mixed with cleaning components.
- Any protectors or deodorizers will be applied, if requested.
- Furniture should be moved back, usually with protective pads underneath.
What are the extra costs?
- Because most cleaning estimates are given over the phone, the price may change once the company arrives. If your carpet is excessively stained or dirty, there may be an extra charge.
- If you live higher than a third floor or if there is no accessible parking for the cleaning van, there will be an extra charge for a portable machine.
- Stains that are hard to get out may require special cleaner. If this is the case, an additional fee may apply. Other problems such as pet odors can increase the price as well.
- If there is extensive furniture that has to be moved, the carpet company may note this as an additional expense.
- Stairs are ideally going to cost more, if they have carpet that needs to be cleaned.
- Carpet cleaning companies can also clean furniture as well. If this is the case, the prices can vary anywhere from $5 to $100 depending on the size and type.
- Area rugs can cost extra.
Tips to know:
- Usually the dirtier your carpet is, the more it’s going to cost you. For example, think of a stove top with a lot of grease and dirt build up. Carpet companies are going to look at your carpet the same way.
- If you’re going to be cheap with your carpet cleaning service, you’re going to get what you pay for. Don’t expect A+ results if you’re hiring the cheapest guy in town.
- It’s always best to call up a carpet cleaning company when the carpets are starting to look a tad dirty. It’s best to get the cleaners in before more damage is done to the floor.
- Consider signing up for a regular scheduled cleaning. Not only can you get a discount by doing this, it can maintain your carpet for a longer period.
How can I save money?
- Many companies offer discounts for frequent users and loyal customers.
- Most companies have “sales”, especially during holidays when people are more likely to have company.
How to compare prices:
- Use a service such as Service Magic to help you locate carpet cleaners in your area.
- There are many companies that place ads in the paper and run television commercials. Look for these ads and call on them, especially since they are usually advertising a special price.
Related Articles To Enjoy:
How much did you spend?