How the carpet cleaning price calculator works
Time on the job comes from your minutes per room, about 2 minutes per stair step, and your setup and pack-up time.
Labor counts everyone on the job, including the drive. The truck mount and van cost is charged for every hour they're out, on site and on the road.
Chemicals are counted per room, with a flight of stairs counted as one room. Overhead is added on top to get the real cost.
The price is set for your profit margin, rounded up to the nearest $5, and never goes below your minimum job price.
Tips from the trade
- Set a real minimum job price. Two small rooms still cost you the full setup, the drive and the truck.
- Charge pet treatment, protector and furniture moving as separate lines. They take time and product.
- Time a few jobs with a stopwatch. Your real minutes per room is the number that matters most here.
When you need more than a free carpet cleaning price calculator
This calculator answers one quick question. Running a business means doing it on every job, with your own rates saved and a quote you can send.
Carpet cleaning price calculator questions
How much should I charge per room for carpet cleaning?
Many companies charge $30 to $75 a room, but the right price depends on your costs and your minimum. This calculator works from your real costs, so your price per room covers the job.
Should I have a minimum charge?
Yes. Setup, drive time and the truck cost the same on a one-room job, so a minimum keeps small jobs from losing money.
Does this include upholstery and add-ons?
No. This free calculator covers rooms and stairs. The full Carpet Cleaning Quote Calculator handles upholstery, rugs, tile and add-ons on the same quote.