Do you tip a self-employed cleaner?

• <div><p>Whether your carpet cleaner is self-employed or not doesn’t need to play a major factor in tipping. Some larger cleaning companies prefer you don’t tip their employees, but if the cleaner is self-employed that isn’t a concern. Tipping isn’t required for this service, so feel free to use it as an appreciation for their service and hard work.</p></div>

How long will it take to clean carpets?

• <div><p>The time it takes professionals to clean carpets depends on the size of the room, the cleaning method, and how dirty the carpet is. You can expect carpet cleaning services to take <b>30 to 45 minutes per room</b>, but it will vary based on these factors. Drying time depends on the method used, but it can range from 6 to 12 hours. </p></div>

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Q: Can I vacuum once a month?

• <div><p>While you might get away with once-monthly vacuuming in rooms you hardly use, it&rsquo;s not ideal in other parts of your home. Your living spaces will look untidy, and leaving all that dirt lying around is not the most hygienic. Plus, the longer abrasive debris sits on your surfaces, the more chance of scratches or damage to carpet fibers. </p></div>

Q: What do professionals use to clean carpet?

• <div><p>Many professionals use high-powered steam cleaners (hot water extraction machines) to deep clean carpets. These machines inject hot water and cleaning solutions into the carpet fibers, extracting the dirt, allergens, and moisture with powerful suction. In addition to steam cleaning, pros may use specialized tools like rotary scrubbers and stain removers for tough spots, along with eco-friendly or commercial-grade cleaning products tailored to the carpet type.</p></div>

Q: Do you tip a self-employed cleaner?

• <div><p>Whether your carpet cleaner is self-employed or not doesn&rsquo;t need to play a major factor in tipping. Some larger cleaning companies prefer you don&rsquo;t tip their employees, but if the cleaner is self-employed that isn&rsquo;t a concern. Tipping isn&rsquo;t required for this service, so feel free to use it as an appreciation for their service and hard work.</p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of professional cleaning?

• <div><p>Professionals remove dust, allergens, and stains while preserving fabric integrity and enhancing the appearance of window treatments.</p></div>

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Last update on October 28, 2025

Reviewed in January 2023
The two guys were very fast, efficient and cleaned up all of the mess. There was damage to one window screen, one panel of the patio door and missing part for the door which they are replacing and taking care of it for us. We were very pleased.
Renewal by Andersen
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Reviewed in October 2021
Good cleaning job but Too High priced.
Cinderella Castle Cleaning
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Reviewed in February 2020
Marco is professional and responsive, and his work is very good. WE hired Penagos Painting to completely repaint the interior of a house and its garage that we had just purchased. They did a really good job covering the awful paint on our textured walls, and repainted the trim and doors in...
Penagos Painting
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Reviewed in March 2016
The design work Steve did was amazing, No architect could have planned the details to better fit with the style of the home. Once the project began, they moved it to completion as quickly as possible and minimized any disruption to the rest of the house. The workmen were courteous and...
QUADE CONSTRUCTION CO LC
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Reviewed in May 2015
All work was done as promised and in a timely, professional manner. Several challenges arose in this 100+ year old house, and the contractor devised creative solutions that minimized any visible alterations but maximized efficiency in air movement. At one point, there were 5 guys analyzing...
Mills Inc
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Reviewed in November 2008
Tom arrived to do an estimate when he said he would and he was polite and professional. He made it clear that he might not get to my job for weeks because of a backlog of work. I was fine with that. He didn't give me a specific date when the tree would be cut down. In fact, he just showed up one...
FOREVER GREEN TREE SERVICE INC
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Reviewed in September 2008
Commander Carpet Care was able to come to my house promptly and give me an accurate estimate that matched my bill (no hidden costs like the last guy)! Gave me some options up front along with tips to make my carpet last longer and look better which I really appreciated. They worked with my...
Commander Carpet Care
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