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Carpet Cleaning Cost 2026
Professional steam or dry carpet cleaning, priced per room and scaled to how soiled the carpet is.
$220 – $275
for a 5-room home
Pricing by Tier
National average pricing — per room.
| Tier | Price | Notes |
|---|
| Light (Routine Maintenance) |
$44–$55/room |
Regular upkeep, no visible staining |
| Moderate Soiling |
$49–$65/room |
High-traffic areas, some visible dirt |
| Heavy Soiling |
$60–$80/room |
Significant buildup, longer overdue cleaning |
| Pet Stains / Odor |
$73–$100/room |
Requires enzyme treatment and extra extraction passes |
What to Know
- ✓Whole-home minimum charge is $90–$110 regardless of room count
- ✓Steam cleaning (hot water extraction) is the standard method; dry cleaning costs 10–13% more but dries faster
- ✓Pet odor treatment adds $48–$75, and stain protector adds $35–$55 per treated area
- ✓Area rugs are priced separately at $58–$120 per rug
Carpet Cleaning Cost by State
FAQs
How much does carpet cleaning cost?
Carpet cleaning costs $44–$55 per room for routine (light) soiling, with a whole-home minimum of $90–$110. A typical 5-room home runs about $220–$275 for light cleaning.
How much more does pet stain treatment cost?
Pet-stained or heavily odorous carpet costs $73–$100 per room — about 65–82% more than routine cleaning — due to the extra enzyme treatment and extraction passes required.
What's the difference between steam and dry carpet cleaning?
Steam cleaning (hot water extraction) is the industry standard and most effective at deep soil removal. Dry cleaning costs 10–13% more but has little to no drying time, useful for high-traffic commercial spaces.
Are stairs included in carpet cleaning pricing?
No, carpeted stairs are priced separately at $52–$68 per flight (13–15 steps).