How Much Does Professional Blind Cleaning Cost? 6 Things That Affect the Price

The cost of professional blind cleaning depends on six things: the type of blind, its size, how dirty it is, whether the cleaning happens at your home or in a shop, whether any repairs are needed, and how the company structures its pricing. Nationally, ultrasonic blind cleaning is usually billed per blind, at an average of $10 to $30 per unit, and some companies charge by the linear foot instead. Those are national averages, not our pricing. The only way to know your exact number is a quote based on your actual windows, and we’re happy to give you one.

Here’s what goes into the price, so you know what to expect before anyone steps through your door.

1. The Type of Blind You Have

Not every blind cleans the same way. Faux wood and aluminum blinds are fairly forgiving. Real wood blinds don’t like too much moisture. Cellular shades hold dust inside their cells. Fabric shades and drapes need their own approach entirely.

The more delicate or complicated the material, the more care the job takes, and that can show up in the quote. We clean wood, faux wood, and aluminum blinds along with fabric shades and drapes, and we tailor the method to the material so nothing gets damaged.

2. The Size and Number of Windows

Bigger blinds take more time and more room in the cleaning tank. A tall patio door vertical blind is a different job than a small bathroom mini blind. Most pricing comes down to size, whether that’s per blind or per linear foot.

If you’re doing the whole house, the count matters too. Cleaning every window at once is usually easier to schedule than trickling in a few at a time.

3. How Dirty the Blinds Actually Are

A set of blinds that gets dusted regularly is a different story than blinds in a kitchen that have been collecting cooking grease for years. Heavy buildup, sticky film, smoke residue, and pet hair all take more effort to get out.

This is also where cleaning really pays off. Ultrasonic cleaning is the same kind of technique hospitals and medical offices use on equipment that has to be sterile. Millions of tiny particles lift dirt, dust, grime, mold, and bacteria off the surface, so even blinds that look hopeless often come back looking like new.

4. At Your Home or in Our Shop

You have options on how the cleaning gets done, and the choice can affect the price:

• On site. We can complete cleaning at your home, so you never have to leave the house or take anything down yourself
• In our shop. Bring your blinds to our Novi location for ultrasonic cleaning
• Pickup and delivery. Pickup, drop off, and rehanging are available on request

On site cleaning is the most convenient, and shop cleaning can be a good fit when you have a handful of blinds you don’t mind dropping off. Ask which makes more sense for your windows when you call.

5. Any Repairs That Need Doing

Sometimes a quote isn’t only about cleaning. While you’re getting blinds cleaned, you might notice bent slats, a stuck tilt wand, or cords that don’t work smoothly. Dirt can make those problems worse, and cleaning is a good time to fix them.

We stock a variety of repair parts at our Novi location, and repair is almost always more cost effective than buying new. If you’d like to know what’s possible, our post on common blind repair issues and how professionals fix them walks through the usual suspects.

6. How the Company Structures Its Pricing

Even with the same blinds, two companies can quote you different totals just because they price differently. Some charge per blind, some per linear foot, and some add a minimum visit charge. Angi recommends asking whether each company requires a minimum charge to visit your home so there are no surprises.

A few questions worth asking any company:

• Is the price per blind, per linear foot, or per job?
• Is there a minimum charge?
• Is there a charge for the estimate, and is it applied if you move forward?
• Does the price include taking blinds down and putting them back up?
• What’s the turnaround time?

Is Cleaning Worth It Compared to Buying New?

Often, yes. For quality blinds, it’s almost always more cost effective to have them cleaned periodically than to replace them. The one exception is very inexpensive blinds, like basic vinyl ones, which can cost about the same to clean as they do to replace.

If you’re on the fence, a good rule is to think about what the blinds cost you originally. Custom or higher end window treatments are well worth cleaning. And if you’re wondering whether it’s better to DIY, our post on DIY vs. professional blind cleaning

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Get a Clear Quote From Blind Cleaning Services

We’re a family owned shop in Novi with over 30 years of combined experience in window treatment cleaning, repair, and installation. We serve homes and businesses across Oakland, Livingston, Washtenaw, and Genesee counties and parts of Macomb, Wayne, and Lapeer. We offer in home consultations within 30 miles of our showroom, and there’s no charge for the estimate when you move forward with service.

Call us at (248) 516-3534 or fill out the form on our site to get a quote on your windows.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to have blinds professionally cleaned? Nationally, ultrasonic cleaning averages about $10 to $30 per blind, with some companies charging $5 to $15 per linear foot. The exact price depends on the blind type, size, and condition. We’re happy to put together an estimate for your windows.

Do you charge to come out and give an estimate? There’s no charge for the estimate or in home consultation when you move forward with service. We offer in home consultations within 30 miles of our Novi showroom.

Is it cheaper to clean blinds or replace them? For most quality blinds, cleaning costs less than replacing. Very inexpensive vinyl blinds are the exception, since they can cost about the same to clean as to replace.

Can you clean blinds without me taking them down? Yes. We complete cleaning on site, and pickup, drop off, and rehanging are available if you’d rather have us take care of it.

Does it cost more to clean fabric shades or drapes? It can, because they need a different method than hard blinds. We use injection extraction to clean drapes on site, and we tailor the approach to the material. A quick quote will give you the exact number.

How long does blind cleaning take? It depends on the type and number of window treatments. We’re known for quick turnaround, and we’ll give you a clear timeline when you schedule.

Window Decor Store proudly serves homeowners & businesses across Michigan, including Ferndale, West Bloomfield, and Brighton . Questions about any of our window treatment services? Contact our team today.