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The square footage cleaning calculation determines the actual area that needs to be cleaned, accounting for various factors that may increase the effective cleaning area beyond the physical room dimensions.
The calculator uses the cleaning square footage formula:
Where:
Explanation: The clean factor accounts for additional cleaning time and effort required due to furniture, obstacles, carpet type, or soiling level.
Details: Accurate square footage calculations are essential for proper pricing, resource allocation, time estimation, and ensuring thorough cleaning coverage.
Tips: Measure the room area accurately in square feet. Determine the appropriate clean factor based on room complexity (typically 1.1-1.5 for residential, higher for commercial).
Q1: What is a typical clean factor value?
A: Clean factors typically range from 1.1 to 2.0, with 1.2-1.4 being common for residential carpet cleaning depending on furniture density and soiling level.
Q2: How do I measure room area accurately?
A: Measure length and width of each room section, multiply to get area, and sum all sections. Include all areas under furniture that need cleaning.
Q3: Does carpet type affect the clean factor?
A: Yes, dense carpets or those with deep pile may require a higher clean factor due to increased cleaning time and effort.
Q4: Should I include closets and small spaces?
A: Yes, include all areas that will be cleaned. Small spaces often require proportionally more time due to maneuverability challenges.
Q5: How does soiling level affect the calculation?
A: Heavily soiled carpets may require a higher clean factor (1.5-2.0) due to additional pre-treatment, multiple passes, or extended drying time.