So, how much is it?
Although home sizes differ greatly from one region to another, and often in neighboring cities, on average homes have about 1,000 square feet of carpeting. The national average for carpet cleaning costs is $0.30/square foot, totaling $300.00. Because most homes have their carpets cleaned once every seven years, that equals to $43.00/year being spent on carpet cleaning by the average American household. Usually, carpet cleaners and carpet cleaning companies are able to discount the price if they have a more square footage of carpeting to clean and vice versa.

Less is More
Carpet cleaning companies are businesses after all. They too need to make a profit. The only way for them to increase their profit is to raise the per square foot price. Depending on how much work they actually do, from the minute they leave their shop to the second the finish cleaning your carpet, they can adjust their prices according. You must always remember that you aren’t only paying for the actual amount of time they spend cleaning your carpets, but also the amount of time it takes to get to your house, to set up their equipment, unroll their hoses, etc. Carpet cleaners do not have it easy because the work is strenuous and dirty, but professional carpet cleaners take pride in giving their customers clean and healthy living/work environments by cleaning their carpets.

Trick of the Trade
Being a regular yearly customer will show your carpet cleaner that you are serious about keeping your environment clean and healthy. Also, it will give you a heads up on everyone else that have their carpets cleaned once every seven years. You will have more leverage to ask for a discount and because of your continued business, your cleaners will likely be glad to comply with your request.

Also, most carpet cleaners not only clean carpets, but upholstery as well. Bundling up your upholstery and carpet cleaning means more work for your cleaner and a potentially cheaper bill for you at the end of it all

The Final Word
The best thing anyone can do is ask for quotes from several cleaners in order to make sure that you are getting the best bang for your buck. The prices listed above are based on national averages. Cleaners usually revel in their good reputations and, as a result, will make sure to provide the best service in order to garner as many customers as they can take on.

Lastly, it is always important to consider the fact that with a small investment each year, you can keep your family happier and healthier by ensuring they live in a clean and healthy environment. Call your local and trusted professional carpet cleaners today and help them help you!