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Dry Step Carpet Care and Duct Cleaning

Carpet cleaning service · Columbus, OH · reviewed since 2012

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 55%93+50.7Reliability 24%70+17Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty87−1.3Experts Score= 88Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.88SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#64 of 90 rug cleaningPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 29%
5.0 ★★★★★ 341 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
10%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
98%reviews answered by the owner
$136typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Dry Step Carpet Care and Duct Cleaning at a glance

Google reviewers rate Dry Step Carpet Care and Duct Cleaning five stars based on 341 reviews, with the owner responding to 98% of them. Customers frequently praise the company for punctual arrivals, professional staff, reasonable pricing, and effective cleaning results for carpets, upholstery, and ducts. Positive feedback also highlights easy online scheduling and clear communication regarding costs. A recurring criticism in low-star reviews involves poor communication about specific service details, such as furniture handling for upholstery cleaning.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 341 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 341 Google reviews (249 with written comments, 4 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: August 21, 2026.
  • Service: Rug Cleaner serving Columbus, Ohio.

Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.

Score profile vs other rug cleaning

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.

Satisfaction93Reliability70Craft & service87Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 93 (median 95)Reliability: 70 (median 94)Craft & service: 87 (median 98)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 80)
This companyRug Cleaning 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.Dry Step Carpet Care and Duct Cleaning: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
93
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.Dry Step Carpet Care and Duct Cleaning: 70/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.B
70
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.Dry Step Carpet Care and Duct Cleaning: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
87
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.Dry Step Carpet Care and Duct Cleaning: 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.Dry Step Carpet Care and Duct Cleaning: 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.Dry Step Carpet Care and Duct Cleaning: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 80.A
100

Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

341 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars33197%
  • 4 stars72%
  • 3 stars10%
  • 2 stars21%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 249 written reviews

  • Praise49099%
  • Complaints71%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price133%
  • Reasonable133%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure133%
$136-48% vs typical rug cleaning

Middle half of what 3 customers paid ($118–$460) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results12726%
  • Staff & attitude11824%
  • Speed & response9419%
  • Would recommend9219%
  • Price & value347%
  • Communication235%
  • Honesty & trust92%

What customers talk about

We read 249 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I can sum up my experience with Ames and Step by simply saying that they FAR exceeded my expectations in every respect.”
  • “My carpet had not been professionally cleaned for 10 years.”
  • “Dry Step showed up right on time and were very professional!”
  • “I have zero complaints whatsoever and would happily recommend them to anyone in need of carpet care.”
    “…im the owner was a smart ellic an didn't care about what I had to say wouldn't recommend…”
  • “I highly recommend DryStep for the service, reasonable price and because it’s a small locally owned business that really cares about their customers!”
  • “He explained the whole carpet cleaning approach and pricing.”
  • “Fast, efficient, reliable, and they made my carpets look brand new!”

People customers mention

  • Laurie 8 reviews
  • Ames 5 reviews
  • Jim 5 reviews
  • Alex 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Dry Step Carpet Care and Duct Cleaning for 6 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Rick11 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 months ago★★★★★

My carpet had not been professionally cleaned for 10 years. I can sum up my experience with Ames and Step by simply saying that they FAR exceeded my expectations in every respect.

Paid $100–150Great priceCarpet steam cleaningGeneral carpet cleaningArea rug cleaning
RachelLocal Guide · 78 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. · a year ago★★★★★

This was my first carpet cleaning experience. AJ and James did an excellent job. They were very personable, professional, and thorough in their work. All areas of concern were addressed. My carpet smells lemony fresh now and is spot-free. I have zero complaints whatsoever and would happily recommend them to anyone in need of carpet care.

Customer photo from Rachel's reviewCustomer photo from Rachel's review
Paid $450–500Not sureCarpet steam cleaning
Chelsea7 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Ames was our technician. He was friendly, on time, fast, and communicative. Will use again if ever needed.

Paid $100–150Reasonable priceGeneral carpet cleaningPet stain & odor removal

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 341 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Carley SchneiderLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Carley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They did an EXCELLENT job cleaning my carpets. Showed up on time and were very reasonably priced!! Highly recommend

Rick Keefer11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My carpet had not been professionally cleaned for 10 years. I can sum up my experience with Ames and Step by simply saying that they FAR exceeded my expectations in every respect.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $100–150
  • Services: Carpet steam cleaning, General carpet cleaning, Area rug cleaning
Response from the owner · 3 months ago

We're so glad you were pleased with Ames and the results of your carpet cleaning. We strive to make sure we have highly trained and professional technicians to offer you the best possible cleaning results and service. We truly appreciate wonderful customers like yourself who see the value in quality work and results. We can't thank you enough for supporting our small business and for sharing your feedback about your experience. We wish you the best always and look forward to our return visit!!

Russ Frazee3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Russ has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dry Step showed up right on time and were very professional! Super nice and did a very good job. Price is reasonable as well. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner · 9 months ago

We're so glad you are pleased with the results of your carpet cleaning service! We strive to make sure we have highly trained and professional technicians to offer you the best possible cleaning results and service. We truly appreciate wonderful customers like yourself who see the value in quality work and results. We can't thank you enough for supporting our small business and for sharing your feedback about your experience.

Dhanushka de silva7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dhanushka has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Ames did a fantastic job. My carpets are super clean and smells so fresh and lemony. He was also able to take off some tough stains out which was outstanding. He was also very nice, kind and attentive. Highly recommend!!

Response from the owner · 9 months ago

We're so glad you are pleased with the results of your carpet cleaning! I will be sure to pass your compliments on to Ames. We truly appreciate wonderful customers like yourself who see the value in quality work and results. We can't thank you enough for supporting our small business and for sharing your feedback about your experience. We wish you the best always and look forward to our return visit!!

Betsy Mierzejewski13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Betsy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had my carpets done this week. A.J. did such a great job. My carpets look better than any other time I have had them cleaned. Because of their process I was also able to get wool area rugs that are on my hardwood floors cleaned. Will definitely use again.

RachelLocal Guide · 78 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rachel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This was my first carpet cleaning experience. AJ and James did an excellent job. They were very personable, professional, and thorough in their work. All areas of concern were addressed. My carpet smells lemony fresh now and is spot-free. I have zero complaints whatsoever and would happily recommend them to anyone in need of carpet care.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Price: $450–500
  • Services: Carpet steam cleaning
Response from the owner · a year ago

We're so glad you are pleased with the results of your carpet cleaning service! We strive to make sure we have highly trained and professional technicians to offer you the best possible cleaning results and service. We truly appreciate wonderful customers like yourself who see the value in quality work and results. We can't thank you enough for supporting our small business and for sharing your feedback about your experience. We wish you the best always and look forward to our return visit!!

Chelsea Edgell7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chelsea has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Ames was our technician. He was friendly, on time, fast, and communicative. Will use again if ever needed.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $100–150
  • Services: General carpet cleaning, Pet stain & odor removal
Response from the owner · a year ago

We're so glad you were pleased with Ames and the results of your carpet cleaning service! We strive to make sure we have highly trained and professional technicians to offer you the best possible cleaning results and service. We truly appreciate wonderful customers like yourself who see the value in quality work and results. We can't thank you enough for supporting our small business and for sharing your feedback about your experience. We wish you the best always and look forward to our return visit!!

Samarah LLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Samarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dry Step has cleaned our upholstery and carpets twice now, and both times the service has been wonderful. Today, Derrick took the extra time to clean the upholstery twice and everything turned out great. I went from thinking we may need to replace the couch to being greatly appreciative of their services. I highly recommend them for their carpet and upholstery cleaning services!

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you, Samarah! It has been our pleasure to serve you. I'll pass along your kind words to Derek.

Julie kapustik4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Julie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The owner was extremely professional and handled all of our concerns. Customer service was very good.

Joseph Ferri6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joseph has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent job. Derek did a fantastic job and the carpets look great. Thanks - highly recommend!

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

We're so glad you are pleased with Derek and the results of your carpet cleaning service! We strive to make sure we have highly trained and professional technicians to offer you the best possible cleaning results and service. We truly appreciate wonderful customers like yourself who see the value in quality work and results. We can't thank you enough for supporting our small business and for sharing your feedback about your experience. We wish you the best always and look forward to our return visit!!

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