If your home is smaller -- a condo, apartment or one- to two-bedroom home -- you'll pay more for this service because of the added fees for travel and cleaning material expenses. Owners of larger homes will pay less because they’ll pay fixed prices. Dry cleaners use a low moisture foam or dry cleaning compound that absorbs the dirt, and then is vacuumed out, allowing for faster drying. However, the dry cleaning compound may leave a residue after several cleanings, which requires another process to eliminate. Stanley Steemer charges between $100 and $130 per room to clean, protect, and deodorize carpets. Stanley Steemer uses a truck-mounted system with an attached hose to clean carpets, upholstery, and area rugs. The cleaning solutions and hot water are applied directly to the surface, ensuring a thorough clean. However, this increases the risk of over-wetting in the unit, which can lead to mold and mildew growth. The company has a minimum rate of $300 per job.
