Pricing and Costs of Carpet Cleaning Equipment

Consider the long term costs of the carpet cleaning equipment you purchase

Carpet cleaning machines are a valuable addition to the cleaning arsenal of almost any company. These machines clean, deodorize, apply stain resistant chemicals and, in some cases, dry the carpet.

The pricing and costs of carpet cleaning equipment and supplies doesn't stop when you purchase the carpet cleaner machine. Consider the following costs for your commercial carpet cleaner:

1. Determine the cost of the carpet cleaning supplies you need in order for the carpet cleaner to work properly.

2. Figure out the price of any accessories you need for the carpet cleaner.

3. Find out how much replacement parts for the carpet cleaner you purchase will cost.

 

Consider the cost of carpet cleaning supplies

Carpet cleaning supplies, including shampoo, stain repellent and deodorizer, are necessary to keep your carpet cleaner equipment working as it should. In some cases, you will need all of the products. In other cases, you will need only the shampoo and possibly deodorizer.
Try: Namco has a varied selection of chemicals for use with carpet cleaning equipment. This company offers bulk discounts on all of its products. The prices range from around $10 per individual unit of some chemicals to over $100 for a case or 50 lb container of other products. CleanFreak.com sells chemicals for commercial carpet cleaning equipment, which start at around $30. This company has a basic chemical package available for around that same price.

Think about the cost of accessories for the carpet cleaning machine

Many carpet cleaning machines are sold as only the basic unit, which means that you will have to purchase any accessories you need. Some of these include a stair tool or upholstery wand. Pricing the accessories you will need before you buy the machine allows you to consider those costs when trying to find the most affordable carpet cleaner for your needs.
Try: Chem-Tex has accessories for commercial carpet cleaners, including wands and upholstery tools. A & R Supply has gliders, wands and stair tools for carpet cleaner machines.

Price replacement parts for the carpet cleaner machine

Even if your carpet cleaning machine is covered under a warranty, it is still advisable to consider the cost of replacement parts for the machine. In some cases, the warranty may not cover the parts. Finding out the cost of these replacement parts before you need them gives you a basic idea of what to expect, which will save you from sticker shock in the future.
Try: You can find a varied selection of replacement parts priced from around $4 up to over $500, including filters and tanks, at Interlink Supply. This company works with suppliers throughout the nation to ensure you get your order as soon as possible. JC Carpet has replacement parts for many carpet cleaning machines. You can find hardware as low as $1 and Hide a Hose parts for as high as $700, with all of the other replacement parts falling within that range.

 

• When you purchase a carpet cleaning machine, keep in mind that some models can only use certain chemicals. In some cases, these chemicals may prove to be hard to find or more expensive in the long run than the chemicals for a higher priced carpet cleaner.

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