
Kaoud Rugs
“Kaoud has always been our only place to go to for carpets/rugs. Their professional demeaner is the BEST. Yours truly. Charles & Patulla Comstock” — Google review
We graded 9 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.
From 62,868 Google reviews of 155 top-rated carpet cleaning nationwide; 9 of them in Hartford, CT. Updated November 2, 2026.
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Experts Score 0–100Experts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of carpet cleaning).
| # | Company | ScoreExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. | FactorsFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (54%): Recency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Reliability (24%): How rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Craft & service (0%): Google review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Value (14%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Momentum (0%): Penalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Replies to reviews (7%): How often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.One letter per factor score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = below 20. | ★Google star rating as shown on Google Maps. | Typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews). |
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| 1 | A 100How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%100+58.7Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 100Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAA– | 4.99 | — | |
| 2 | A 99How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAA– | 4.99 | — | |
| 3 | A 98How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%99+62.9Reliability 28%99+28Replies to reviews 8%87+7.2Experts Score= 98Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AA––AA | 4.98 | — | |
| 4 | A 98How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%97+56.9Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%97+14.8Experts Score= 98Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AA–AA– | 4.98 | $290 | |
| 5 | A 96How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%97+56.9Reliability 26%92+24Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 96Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAA– | 4.98 | $312 | |
| 6 | A 95How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%94+55.2Reliability 26%96+25Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 95Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAA– | 4.95 | $275 | |
| 7 | A 95How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%96+52.4Reliability 24%97+23.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%82+5.8Craft & service penalty91−0.9Experts Score= 95Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAAA | 4.94 | $149 | |
| 8 | A 94How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%95+51.8Reliability 24%97+23.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%95+6.7Craft & service penalty79−2.1Experts Score= 94Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AABAAA | 4.93 | $660 | |
| 9 | A 93How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%94+55.2Reliability 26%87+22.7Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 93Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAA– | 4.95 | $290 |
What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.
| Job | Low25th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid less than this. | TypicalMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range). | High75th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid more than this. | FairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”. |
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| General carpet cleaning | $170 | $233 | $334 | 98% |
| Carpet steam cleaning | $170 | $233 | $334 | 99% |
| Pet stain & odor removal | $146 | $200 | $348 | 99% |
| Upholstery cleaning | $183 | $259 | $347 | 98% |
| Area rug cleaning | $170 | $264 | $447 | 98% |
| Deep clean | $271 | $347 | $465 | 98% |
| Standard cleaning | $158 | $196 | $265 | 98% |
| HVAC duct & vent cleaning | $317 | $614 | $928 | 99% |
| General housekeeping | $137 | $189 | $260 | 99% |
| Moving-related cleaning | $251 | $327 | $536 | 97% |
| Carpet cleaning | $163 | $221 | $310 | 99% |
| Interior & exterior window cleaning | $238 | $324 | $536 | 100% |
How the 9 carpet cleaning we rated in Hartford, CT compare, and what customers praise most.
A = score 80+, F = below 20.
Average stars per company.
Share of Google review highlights.
All price verdicts left with reviews.
Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.
Satisfaction (54%) — Recency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.
Reliability (24%) — How rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.
Craft & service (penalty, up to −10) — Google review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.
Value (14%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
Momentum (penalty, up to −10) — Penalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.
Replies to reviews (7%) — How often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
The 10 best-rated carpet cleaning in Hartford, CT average 5.0★ on Google across 1,676 reviews. Kaoud Rugs has the top rating (5.0★), and Get Green Carpet Cleaning - Hartford CT has the most reviews (316). Updated November 1, 2026.
10 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (1,676 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.

“Kaoud has always been our only place to go to for carpets/rugs. Their professional demeaner is the BEST. Yours truly. Charles & Patulla Comstock” — Google review

“We were pleased with the steam cleaning of my area rugs and the cleaning of our bathroom tile floor. Dan was on time and a great worker. We are definitely keeping his number for the future.” — Google review

“CT’s Best Carpet Cleaning did a great job cleaning our basement carpet and couch! We’re very happy with how both turned out and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to have their carpets or furniture…” — Google review

“It was a pleasure working with Jessica to get pricing and schedule service. Very responsive and made the process easy. Technician Dennis was right on time, early even, and was able to quickly pivot when an issue came…” — Google review

“Shawn did a phenomenal job diagnosing our attic mold issue, communicating the proper steps of action, and executing the job. His calm demeanor made a very stressful situation seem manageable as he guided us through…” — Google review

“I cannot say enough about this company!!! John did an ABSOLUTE INCREDIBLE JOB! My carpets kitchen floor look amazing!!! He was extremely kind and really took his time to do the job. I WILL DEFINITELY BE USING HIM…” — Google review

“The job they did cleaning our sectional and area rug is nothing short of outstanding. We would highly recommend Vix cleaning for your cleaning purposes without hesitation. Thank you Simone and Alex.” — Google review

“Lots of attention to detail, trustworthy and high quality. If anyone asks me I recommend them 11/10. They go above and beyond to make sure they did a good job.” — Google review

“My crew arrived on time and did an inspection of the work area to confirm job scope and see if any areas needed special treatment. They were thorough and courteous , leaving each area organized when done. They…” — Google review

“We are a repeat customer with Jani King and we are so pleased with the results each time!! Perfect for offices and companies who need a refresh of their space. Communication was high, and booking had always been…” — Google review
We scan Google Maps for carpet cleaning listings in and around Hartford, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Kaoud Rugs has the highest Google rating on our Hartford list: 5.0 out of 5 from 285 reviews (as of November 1, 2026).
Get Green Carpet Cleaning - Hartford CT has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 316, with a 4.9★ average.
Only open Hartford-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.
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