How often should you get your drapes cleaned?

• <div><p>You should hire a professional to clean your drapes every<b> four or five years </b>or every <b>two to three years</b> if you have pets or it experiences heavy soiling. Light-colored drapes may require washing more often—every one to two years—to keep them looking fresh and clean. In between professional cleanings, it’s a good idea to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-clean-curtains-and-drapes.htm">vacuum your drapes lightly</a> with a special drape attachment to remove surface dirt, pet hair, and other debris. Avoid using abrasive vacuum brushes on more delicate materials, though, like silk and linen.</p></div>

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Q: How do I maintain drapes between cleanings?

• <div><p>Regular vacuuming, spot cleaning, and dust-resistant sprays can help maintain freshness and prolong the time between professional cleanings.</p></div>

Q: What are the different types of window coverings?

• <div><p>The main categories of window coverings are shades, shutters, curtains, drapes, and blinds. However, consumers today have dozens of options within these categories when it comes to everything from materials to the technology behind how window coverings operate.</p></div>

Q: How often should I clean the shower curtains?

• <div><p>If you proactively avoid grime buildup and mold growth, you can clean the shower curtains as needed. However, if you forget to take preventive action, a good rule of thumb is to clean fabric curtains about every three months. And you&rsquo;ll clean plastic liners and curtains every three to four weeks.</p></div>

Q: Is drape cleaning worth it?

• <div><p>Drape cleaning can be an expensive process, but it&rsquo;s very often worth the investment. A professional drapery cleaner will remove odors stuck in the fabric from cooking, painting, exercising, and pets. The deep cleaning process will also remove allergens like dust, pollen, and pet dander. Ultimately, drape cleaning can help your home look and smell fresh, and maintain a healthy indoor air quality. Paying a professional for drape cleaning is worthwhile because it guarantees your cleaning solution won&rsquo;t damage the material and necessitates a replacement.</p></div>

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Last update on November 02, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
Indigo was clean, professional, and thorough. We have hired him to come back to take off some wallpaper, and we'll keep him in our contacts for future work.
Perfect Patch Pros
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Reviewed in January 2024
Been working with Antonia and her team for 6 years. Punctual, quick, and clean thoroughly!
Tonny's House Cleaning LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
Everything was awesome! The job was finished quickly and accurately, and everything was clean when they were finished. I would definitely hire again!
A&F Asbestos and Gen Con
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Reviewed in October 2020
Great! Timely, professional, cleaned up.
TP Plumbing & Drains, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2019
Great! Tech was prompt, professional, and knowledgeable! As a bonus, the tech was friendly and willing to answer related questions, the van was squeaky clean and organized, the whole experience was positive. Will definitely hire again for future work.
Chimcare
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Reviewed in August 2019
Cody did a great job repairing some old plumbing under my house. He was very thorough checking for leaks and cleaning up the mess.
Harts Plumbers, Electricians, & HVAC Technicians
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Reviewed in February 2018
Diamond was punctual each day, cleaned up prior to leaving and the finished product is second to none
Diamond Roofing & Construction
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Reviewed in July 2017
Great! They were prompt, cleaned up after themselves and gave me detailed instructions on how to best use the air conditioning system.
Brennan Electric
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Reviewed in February 2017
Great. Left things clean
Sky Power Wash
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Reviewed in March 2016
Omar was very professional, prompt and did an excellent job cleaning up my beds and yard. He also offered some very good suggestions for improvement.
Melissa's House Cleaning
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