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How to price carpet, window and gutter cleaning quotes

Each trade has its own unit: rooms, panes or linear feet. Pick the unit, set a minimum, and let a quote tool do the math.

Carpet cleaning

One 2026 pricing guide lists $25–$80 per room (around $50 average), $0.20–$0.60 per sq ft residential, stairs at $3–$8 per step, and a $75–$120 trip minimum. It also suggests capping a "room" at about 200–250 sq ft (LeadDuo). Tools: ServiceMonster: Basic $99.99/mo (1 user); Grow $199.99 (5 users, +$15/extra user); Premier $279.99 (10 users, +$25/extra user); billed annually $79.99 / $149.99 / $229.99 per month; ResponsiBid: Startup free; Scaling $179/mo; Pro $229/mo; setup fee (amount not shown).

Window cleaning

Jobber's guide says most residential window cleaners price by the pane, at $4–$8 per pane for standard single- or double-hung windows (Jobber Academy). Housecall Pro's guide gives $10–$18 per window or $4–$8 per pane (Housecall Pro). Add for screens, tracks, storm windows and second stories. Tools: Squeegee: Core £19/user/mo + VAT (£15.83/mo annual); Advanced £25; Ultimate £33 (GBP) price unverified; ServiceM8: Free $0 (30 new jobs/mo); Starter $29/mo (50 jobs); Growing $79 (150); Premium $149 (500); Premium Plus $349 (1,500+); no per-user charge on paid plans.

Gutter cleaning

Quote by linear foot, adjusted for stories and guards. Several tools measure roof lines from satellite or phone photos: Hover: Full exterior $59/$99/$139 per project (Starter); Pro $99/mo or $999/yr lowers per-project price price unverified; QuoteIQ: Essentials $29.99/mo (1 user); Beginner $99.99 (2 users); Pro $199.99 (4 users); Elite $299.99 (10 users); Max $699.99 (20 users); extra users $25/mo. See the gutter tools for the rest.

Guardrails

  • Confirm counts and measurements on arrival, before you start.
  • Give a range when you're quoting from photos.
  • Write down what's included (screens, sills, downspouts).

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Prices are as shown on vendor pages or the cited source, as recorded in our directory. Always confirm on the vendor's site before buying. Not sponsored. Page checked 2026-10-18.

FAQ

How do window cleaners price jobs?

Jobber Academy says most residential window cleaners price by the pane ($4 to $8 per pane for standard windows), adjusting for screens, tracks, storm windows and access.

Should carpet cleaning be priced per room or per square foot?

Per room is easiest for homes; per square foot fits large or commercial jobs. One guide (LeadDuo) suggests capping a room at about 200 to 250 sq ft and charging a trip minimum.

Can software measure gutters for a quote?

Tools such as Hover (3D model from phone photos) and QuoteIQ (satellite measuring) say they measure exteriors. Verify on site.