 | Basic Grout Cleaning: $8-$32 |
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 | Professional Grout Cleaning: $100-$900+ |
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 | Pressure Washer: $75-$1,200 |
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| Cleaning tile grout protects tiles from being broken down by mildew, grime or moisture. Experts recommend cleaning tile grout regularly because grout -- especially in showers and on floors -- collects grime on a daily basis. Cleaning grout prevents discoloration and lengthens the grout's life. | | |
| Typical costs: | - Professional cleaning services frequently offer specialized tile and grout cleaning. Most costs are calculated based on square footage. Typically, grout and tile cleaning costs $1 -$3 per square foot, with many companies requiring a $100 -$200 minimum. Cleaning a typical bathroom of 9'x11' could cost $100 -$300. Master bathrooms, which are typically 10'x15', would cost $150 -$450. For an average kitchen of 300 square feet, cleaning a tile floor and grout costs $300 -$900. Stanley Steemer charges $0.75 -$1 per square foot depending on geographic location of the customer. Chem-Dry, a division of The Home Depot with franchises across the country, charges $1 -$3 per square foot for tile and grout cleaning.
- Basic grout cleaning can be done by hand with a brush and cleaning solution. Cleaning solutions typically cost $7 -$12 per bottle and brushes cost $1 -$20 apiece, depending on size. Ace Hardware sells a variety of grout cleaners for different surfaces.
- A deeper grout cleaning can be done with a pressure washer. Pressure washer machines typically cost $900 -$1,200 for electric- or gas-powered models. Janilink, an Atlanta-based janitorial supplies company, has a variety of high-powered pressure washers. Smaller hand-held pressure washers typically cost $75 -$200 and can be found in hardware stores. For details, see How Much Does Pressure Washing Cost.
What should be included: | - Professional grout cleaning services should include application of a cleaning solution on the grout, a high pressure rinse to remove built-up dirt and grime, and application of a sealant to keep the grout cleaner longer.
- When purchasing a pressure washer, the machine should come with instructions and a variety of hose attachments. The Power Washer Advisor blog provides information consumers should consider when buying a power washer.
Discounts: | - Coit, a national floor company, offers coupons based on geographical area.
- The Grout Doctor, which has locations nationwide, offers a coupon for $20 off a grout service.
- Sears is offering a special on tile and grout cleaning for $89 per area. Sears defines an area as 250 square feet or less.
- The DIY Network provides step-by-step instructions for cleaning kitchen floor grout.
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Article updated June 2011 |
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