An average five-room home will take about 2-3 hours to clean, depending on the room size and amount of furniture that needs to be moved. A standard-sized room can be done in about 25-30 minutes.

More and more people are trying the do-it-yourself way, using portable, light, home steaming machines. These machines do not have the heat or ability to extract the water to ensure an effective deep wash, or the powerful vacuums to guarantee that your carpet is dry and safe- not susceptible to mold and mildew.

The average drying time can range from 3-8 hours, depending on your carpet-style  but there are other major factors such as temperature and humidity, which can extend or cut the drying process of your carpet or even your furniture by 30% or more. You can walk on your carpet the minute our cleaning team has finished- but remember to remove your outdoor shoes to prevent resoling of the carpet.

Most dogs and cats will “mark their territory” by urinating in a specific spot. The best way to protect your precious rugs and carpets is by thoroughly cleaning those areas and housebreaking your pets. Another good tip, if the pets are too old to be trained, is to buy them a cheap rug with water resistant padding for their area and let them mark away- leaving your carpet protected.

Over the course of a year, a carpet absorbs all kinds of enzymes, dust, soil, juices, allergens, and other microorganisms that thrive in your carpet's fibers, fading their color's vibrancy and beauty with time and stiffening the fibers, reducing their flexibility and soft feeling. Today, most manufacturers recommend that you have your carpet cleaned once every 12-18 months.

Like your carpet, your furniture and upholstery need to be cleaned periodically by a professional to maintain optimal appearance and condition. A professional cleaner will prevent damage that fabrics often undergo during “do-it-yourself” cleaning- permanent stains, discolorations, and damage to the fabric itself from furniture owners using harsh detergents and cleaning techniques.
Professional cleaning efficiently cleans heavily soiled areas, and spots and stains, but more importantly it removes dust, bacteria, and other allergens that pollute your home. It is especially important to have your furniture professionally cleaned if one of your family members suffers from allergies or asthma.

Average drying time ranges from 2-6 hours, but in different situations drying time can be affected by other factors, such as air ventilation in the room, heat and humidity levels, and the cleaning method used. Other things such as fabric protector and deodorizer may affect drying time as well.

Remove all fragile items (Faberge eggs, grandma's antique vase) from the room that is to be cleaned, to protect their safety. Other than that, sit back and relax. Pay Less Carpet Cleaners will move all the light furniture, taking special care and caution while handling your furniture, sofas, tables and chairs. Most large pieces, such as dressers, china cabinets, and pianos can be left in place.