Oh, we all want to save a buck. And a professional steam clean can work miracles—once or twice. But after the third or fourth deep shampoo, the fibers give up. They start looking flat, sad, and kind of greasy. Think of it like washing your favorite jeans: eventually, the magic fades. That’s when you replace.
Here’s my hot take: budget for a full replacement every 5 years for a high-traffic unit (like a family with kids or a house with two dogs). For a quieter single professional? You might stretch that to 7 or 8 years if you’re lucky. But don’t push it—saving $1,000 now could cost you a $3,000 turnover later when a tenant buys a dust mask to live in your unit.
How Often Should Carpet Be Replaced? Signs & Lifespan
