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Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning in Houston, TX

Compare 6 local carpet & upholstery cleaning pros. Typical service: $101–$210.

Top Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Companies in Houston

  1. 1.Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning

    4.9★ (195 reviews)

    4.9★ from 195 reviews

    +12817068228Website

  2. 2.Tex A Clean Carpet Care LLC

    4.4★ (132 reviews)

    4.4★ from 132 reviews

    +18323182300Website

  3. 3.Kingwood Carpet Cleaning Pros

    4.4★ (21 reviews)

    4.4★ from 21 reviews

    +17133472198Website

  4. 4.Houston Clean Now

    5.0★ (10 reviews)

    5.0★ from 10 reviews

    +17137888762Website

  5. 5.Captain Carpet Cleaners

    4.0★ (7 reviews)

    4.0★ from 7 reviews

    +18324635707

  6. 6.Church Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18324042975Website

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Cost in Houston

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Houston
Standard carpet cleaning$101–$210/visit
Per room$25–$63/room
Upholstery cleaning$84–$210/job
Pet stain and odor treatment$42–$84/room

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning prices in Houston run about 16% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Houston, rated 4.6★ on average across 366 customer reviews.

Houston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Houston's weather means for scheduling carpet & upholstery cleaning.

Last spring frost
February 3
First fall frost
December 20
Annual precipitation
50.63"
Heating degree days
1,237
Cooling degree days
3,322
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan44.4°62.5°4.02"
Feb47.8°65.9°3.3"
Mar54.1°72.9°3.12"
Apr61.3°79.4°3.28"
May69.5°85.9°4.24"
Jun75.3°91.3°7.45"
Jul77°93.1°4.55"
Aug77°93.4°2.83"
Sep72.1°90°4.17"
Oct63.1°82°5.39"
Nov54.2°72.6°4.3"
Dec46°64.6°3.98"

NOAA station data 7.09 miles from Houston.

Permits & Regulations in TX

No permit typically required

  • Texas does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing
  • Cleaning businesses still need any local business license, plus state business registration if operating as a company
  • Pressure-washing runoff carrying detergents, paint chips or grease must not be discharged to storm drains under the Clean Water Act and local stormwater rules

License required: No state occupational license for residential cleaning

Sources: www.tdlr.texas.gov, www.epa.gov

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning FAQs for Houston

How much does carpet cleaning cost in Houston?

A standard carpet cleaning in Houston typically runs $101-$210 per visit, depending on rooms and soiling.

How many carpet cleaners serve Houston?

We track 6 carpet cleaning companies serving Houston.

Is carpet cleaning in Houston more expensive than average?

Carpet cleaning in Houston runs about -16.2% versus the national average.

How long does carpet take to dry in Houston?

Usually 6-12 hours after steam cleaning; with Houston summer highs near 93F and the AC running, it is often at the short end.

How often should carpets be cleaned in Houston?

Every 12-18 months for most homes. Houston gets about 50.63 inches of precipitation a year, and wetter climates mean more tracked-in soil at entryways.

Is winter a bad time for carpet cleaning in Houston?

Not if the heat is on: with Houston lows near 44F, drying takes longer with windows closed, so ask for extra extraction passes.

Do carpet cleaners need a license in TX?

In TX, Texas does not require a state occupational license for house cleaning, carpet cleaning or pressure washing. A local business license and insurance are what to confirm with a Houston carpet cleaner.

What does pet stain treatment add in Houston?

Pet stain and odor treatment is usually priced per room on top of a standard Houston cleaning of $101-$210.