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Chem-Dry of Monroe Lucas Co

Carpet cleaning service · Toledo, OH · reviewed since 2017

How 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+15.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts 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.99SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#4 of 71 interior cleaning servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 96%
5.0 ★★★★★ 103 Google reviews · 14 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
95%reviews answered by the owner
$300typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Chem-Dry of Monroe Lucas Co at a glance

Customers consistently praise the company for its punctuality, professional communication, and effective removal of pet odors and stains. Many reviewers note that carpets dry quickly without chemical smells and appear significantly refreshed after service. Pricing is described as reasonable, and the owner’s high response rate to reviews suggests active engagement with clients. No recurring criticisms or low-star patterns appear in the provided excerpts, which uniformly highlight satisfaction with the cleaning results and staff conduct.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 103 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 103 Google reviews (87 with written comments, 3 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 95% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 16, 2026.
  • Service: Interior Cleaning Service serving Toledo, Ohio.

Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.

Score profile vs other interior cleaning services

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction99Reliability98Craft & service99Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 99 (median 91)Reliability: 98 (median 91)Craft & service: 99 (median 94)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Chem-Dry of Monroe Lucas CoInterior Cleaning Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-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.Chem-Dry of Monroe Lucas Co: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
99
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow 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.Chem-Dry of Monroe Lucas Co: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
98
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Chem-Dry of Monroe Lucas Co: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
99
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Chem-Dry of Monroe Lucas Co: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Chem-Dry of Monroe Lucas Co: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 95.–
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Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

103 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars103100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 87 written reviews

  • Praise14999%
  • Complaints21%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price829%
  • Reasonable1968%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure14%
$300+25% vs typical interior cleaning services

Middle half of what 24 customers paid ($201–$415) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results4328%
  • Staff & attitude3825%
  • Speed & response2315%
  • Would recommend2315%
  • Communication85%
  • Price & value85%
  • Honesty & trust85%

What customers talk about

We read 87 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “They were on time worked with concern for a wonderful job and were very successful carpet was like new when they were done”
  • “Excellent service, knowledgeable and worked a miracle on 25+ year old carpet!”
  • “Dries within 24 hours which is much better than other services I’ve used.”
  • “I would recommend him any time and we will have him back again.”
  • “Very professional, received text updates on upcoming appointment, showed up ahead of schedule, walked me through how they were going to clean each area.”
  • “Price was reasonable and he was very neat about his work!”
  • “Personal, detail oriented, trustworthy and professional service from Toby for years…and very very clean!”

People customers mention

  • Toby 11 reviews
  • Carl 5 reviews
  • Barta 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Chem-Dry of Monroe Lucas Co for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Michael9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

They were on time worked with concern for a wonderful job and were very successful carpet was like new when they were done

Paid $400–450Reasonable priceGeneral carpet cleaning
Karen3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

I’ve been using this company for many years! I have a wonderful dog and as us pet owners know pets can make messes too. They are a phone call away to help with any unexpected situations as well as regular carpet cleaning every year . I highly recommend them to everyone!!

Customer photo from Karen's review
Paid $150–200Reasonable priceGeneral carpet cleaning
Helen2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

No chemical smell during cleaning or afterwards. Dries within 24 hours which is much better than other services I’ve used. Response time to call for scheduling was excellent. I won’t use any other company for my cleaning.

Paid $150–200Reasonable priceGeneral carpet cleaning
TerryLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Toby was great, carpet is very clean and smells good! I would recommend him any time and we will have him back again. Price was reasonable and he was very neat about his work!

Paid $500+Reasonable priceGeneral carpet cleaningPet stain & odor removal
Susan5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Very professional, received text updates on upcoming appointment, showed up ahead of schedule, walked me through how they were going to clean each area. Extremely pleased.

Paid $300–350Reasonable priceGeneral carpet cleaning
Jo-Anne2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

The items kook like new and guys were great! I will definitely have them come again!!

Paid $250–300Reasonable priceUpholstery cleaningArea rug cleaning

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 103 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

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Michael Hoydic9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They were on time worked with concern for a wonderful job and were very successful carpet was like new when they were done

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $400–450
  • Services: General carpet cleaning
Barbara Weir7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Barbara has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I was very happy with how my carpet looked after it was cleaned.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $400–450
  • Services: General carpet cleaning
Karen Jacobiak3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Karen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I’ve been using this company for many years! I have a wonderful dog and as us pet owners know pets can make messes too. They are a phone call away to help with any unexpected situations as well as regular carpet cleaning every year . I highly recommend them to everyone!!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $150–200
  • Services: General carpet cleaning
Helen Johnston Ford2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Helen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

No chemical smell during cleaning or afterwards. Dries within 24 hours which is much better than other services I’ve used. Response time to call for scheduling was excellent. I won’t use any other company for my cleaning.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $150–200
  • Services: General carpet cleaning
Virginia S9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Virginia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great job by a great crew. I’d hire them again.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $200–250
  • Services: General carpet cleaning
Terry WaltersLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Terry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Toby was great, carpet is very clean and smells good! I would recommend him any time and we will have him back again. Price was reasonable and he was very neat about his work!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $500+
  • Services: General carpet cleaning, Pet stain & odor removal
Response from the owner · a month ago

Hi Terry! Thank you for leaving us a review, we deeply appreciate it. We are thrilled to hear that you love your carpets again and are honored by your recommendation. Thank you for supporting us, it means so much!

Krysten Comperchio1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Krysten has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent service, knowledgeable and worked a miracle on 25+ year old carpet! Friendly staff would definitely recommend them for your next carpet/tile cleaning!

  • Services: General carpet cleaning, Service not listed
Response from the owner · a month ago

Hi Krysten, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review, we appreciate it! We are very proud of our knowledge and work, and older carpets need extra love and attention. Thank you for choosing Chem-Dry of Monroe Lucas Co!

Billing clerk3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Billing has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Toby did a great job

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $500+
  • Services: General carpet cleaning
Response from the owner · a month ago

Hi! Thank you so much for the kind review, we appreciate it!

Richard Melchert10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Richard has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They got the tar out of the carpet that others could not . Did a great job.

Response from the owner · a month ago

Hi Richard, Thank you for leaving us a review! We are so happy to hear that all of the tar is gone, what a sticky mess!

Katherine Faulk7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Katherine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Toby has been doing my carpet for years! I wouldn’t have anyone else!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $150–200
  • Services: General carpet cleaning
Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Hi Katherine! Thank you so much for leaving a review and thank you again for your continued loyalty, it means so much to see old friends time and time again. Here's to many more! 🫧💚

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