Best cleaning services in Columbia, SC

★★★★★5 (331 reviews)score 94/100

Southeast Detail posts the highest composite score on this list, built on a perfect 5.0 average across 331 reviews. Customers consistently point to owner Jermaine being on-site, clear communication from quote to cleanup, and soft-wash techniques that protect paint, shingles, and delicate surfaces.

• Owner on-site for most jobs
• Typically scheduled within 2 business days
• Transparent communication throughout the job
• Gentle soft-wash methods protect surfaces

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Services: move in out cleaning, pressure washing, window cleaning, deep post construction cleaning

★★★★★4.9 (616 reviews)score 93/100

With 616 reviews at a 4.9 average, Whitehall has the deepest track record of any provider here, from routine stain and pet-odor jobs to burst-pipe emergencies. Named technicians like Jermaine, Kane, and Darian build repeat relationships, and office staff keep customers looped in with reminders and updates.

• Same-day or quick scheduling
• Named technicians return for repeat customers
• Emergency water response within about an hour
• Staff explain the cleaning process and stain treatment upfront

Google-verified616 Google reviewssince 1986

Services: carpet upholstery cleaning, residential cleaning, move in out cleaning, pressure washing

★★★★★5 (396 reviews)score 93/100

Kingsley turns crisis situations into managed processes, with technicians Dante, Cole, Tim, Armando, and Teddy repeatedly named for patient, thorough work on burst pipes, sewage backup, and basement floods. Staff handle insurance coordination directly and follow up days later to check progress.

• Named technicians praised consistently
• Insurance coordination handled on the customer's behalf
• Same-day or next-day response typical
• Follow-up check-ins after the job wraps

Watch out: One reviewer felt pricing ran steep, though they said the result justified it.

Google-verified396 Google reviews

Services: deep post construction cleaning, carpet upholstery cleaning

★★★★★4.9 (2183 reviews)score 93/100

Stanley Steemer carries by far the largest review base on this list at 2,183 reviews and a 4.9 average, with technicians DeQuandre, Ahmad, Javon, and Timothy called out by name for professionalism and respectful work in customers' homes. Many customers specifically request the same technician for future jobs.

• Large, consistent review base at scale
• Named technicians build repeat loyalty
• Thorough results on old or heavily soiled carpets
• Straightforward booking and scheduling

Watch out: One reviewer noted excess water left on hardwood after a job, though this appears to be an isolated case.

Google-verified2,183 Google reviewssince 1947

Services: carpet upholstery cleaning, residential cleaning

★★★★★5 (127 reviews)score 92/100

Palmetto Commercial Services earns a perfect 5.0 across 127 reviews, with Mike's team singled out for compassion on hoarding cleanouts and estate liquidations alongside more routine deep cleans and disinfection work. The review base is smaller than the leaders above, so treat it as a strong medium-confidence pick.

• Specialized in hoarding and estate cleanouts
• Compassionate handling of sensitive situations
• Same-day availability for urgent requests
• Transparent, fair estimates

Google-verified127 Google reviewssince 2012

Services: move in out cleaning, residential cleaning, carpet upholstery cleaning, commercial cleaning

★★★★★5 (478 reviews)score 92/100

Oxi Fresh holds a 5.0 average across 478 reviews, with technician Todd named repeatedly for lifting stubborn stains and odors that other cleaners missed. The self-contained equipment dries carpets in hours instead of days, and real estate agents specifically credit the results with helping homes sell.

• Self-contained equipment, no long hoses or discharge
• Fast drying time (hours, not days)
• Strong pet odor and tough stain removal
• Named technician with a strong reputation

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Services: carpet upholstery cleaning, residential cleaning, move in out cleaning, eco friendly cleaning

★★★★★5 (215 reviews)score 92/100

Dryer Vent Wizard posts a 5.0 average across 215 reviews, with Nick and Patrick regularly finding blockages and installation errors that previous technicians missed. Reviewers include a police officer noting the fire-safety benefit and a property manager who uses them across multiple condos.

• Same-day or next-day scheduling
• Diagnose and fix problems others miss
• Explain each step with before/after photos
• Work in tight crawlspaces and other hard spots

Watch out: Reviewers describe pricing as fair rather than the cheapest option, though most feel the quality justifies it.

Google-verified215 Google reviews

Services: residential cleaning, window cleaning, move in out cleaning

★★★★★4.8 (283 reviews)score 91/100

Safe-Dry holds a 4.8 average across 283 reviews built almost entirely on praise for technician Christian Jourdain, who reviewers describe as punctual, efficient, and thorough on odor and stain jobs. Jordan and Kenneth appear occasionally, but Christian is clearly the primary technician behind these results.

• Consistently punctual, often early
• Strong pet odor and stain removal outcomes
• Efficient service without sacrificing care
• Responsive booking process

Watch out: Praise centers heavily on one technician, so the experience may vary if he's not the one assigned.

Google-verified283 Google reviews

Services: carpet upholstery cleaning, residential cleaning

★★★★★5 (118 reviews)score 91/100

Sparkle and Shine has been operating for 29 years and holds a perfect 5.0 across 118 reviews, covering offices, retail, medical facilities, and homes. Owner Libby is credited directly with proactive problem-solving and a willingness to adjust schedules on short notice, though the review count is smaller than the top names on this list.

• 29+ years in business
• Owner directly responsive to client needs
• Handles both deep cleans and recurring maintenance
• Flexible scheduling and quick turnarounds

Google-verified118 Google reviewsover 29 years

Services: move in out cleaning, residential cleaning, commercial cleaning, eco friendly cleaning

★★★★★5 (203 reviews)score 91/100

Sweep Dreams earns a 5.0 average across 203 reviews, with staff like Nikki, Ali, Stella, Johanna, Elizabeth, and Stephani named repeatedly for detail-oriented work and clear communication before and after jobs. The business covers house cleaning, move-in/move-out, deep cleans, post-construction, and commercial work across the Columbia area.

• Named, trusted staff appear across reviews
• Strong communication and follow-up
• Flexible scheduling for urgent timelines
• Handles complex jobs like move-outs and post-construction

Watch out: One reviewer described teen staff taking eight hours on a move-in clean and missing areas that had to be finished themselves.

Google-verified203 Google reviews

Services: move in out cleaning, residential cleaning, eco friendly cleaning, deep post construction cleaning

★★★★★5 (81 reviews)score 90/100

Mr. Gutter SC holds a 5.0 average across 81 reviews, with Thomas's crew known for quoting and completing most jobs within days. Reviewers consistently mention pricing that compares well against other bids and an owner who personally checks in on communication and finished work.

• Same-day quotes and same-week installs typical
• Owner directly manages communication
• Pricing verified competitive against other bids
• Post-installation walkthrough included

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Services: window cleaning

★★★★★5 (80 reviews)score 90/100

Window Sparklers has a perfect 5.0 record across all 80 reviews, with Byron and his team called out for punctuality and windows left genuinely streak-free. It's a smaller review base than the top names here, but the consistency across every single review is notable.

• Perfect 5-star record across all reviews
• Byron named repeatedly as dependable and friendly
• Fair pricing noted throughout
• Flexible scheduling and responsive communication

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Services: window cleaning, pressure washing

★★★★★5 (139 reviews)score 90/100

Soda City Pressure Wash holds a 5.0 average across 139 reviews, with Jeremy personally handling most jobs from driveways to roofs. Customers regularly describe becoming repeat clients once they see how much the exterior transforms, and communication runs consistently through the job.

• Same-day or next-day availability
• Jeremy personally handles most jobs
• Arrives on time and communicates throughout
• Uses proper chemical ratios and technique

Google-verified139 Google reviews

Services: pressure washing, window cleaning

★★★★★4.8 (337 reviews)score 90/100

The Cleaning Authority holds a 4.8 average across 337 reviews, with staff like Caitlin, Kait, Maria, and Brandie earning repeated praise for thorough, detail-oriented cleans that respect homeowner preferences. They're open seven days, bonded and insured, and cover one-time deep cleans through regular housekeeping.

• Named staff return and build client relationships
• Owner performs visible quality checks during service
• Tailors work to homeowner preferences
• Open seven days a week

Watch out: A rare reviewer mentioned a missed room, though most describe the cleans as thorough.

Google-verified337 Google reviews

Services: move in out cleaning, residential cleaning, carpet upholstery cleaning, commercial cleaning

★★★★★5 (214 reviews)score 89/100

Enviro-Master holds a 5.0 average across 214 reviews for commercial restroom cleaning, with CJ and Christy named for standout work across Columbia offices and retail spaces. It's a newer entrant to this composite with a lower sentiment sub-score than the rest of the group, so it's worth a quick read of recent reviews before signing on.

• 5.0 average across 214 reviews
• Named technicians praised by customers
• Restroom hygiene specialization
• Responsive management

Watch out: Sentiment scores trail the rest of this list somewhat, so recent reviews are worth a closer look.

Google-verified214 Google reviewssince 2009

Services: commercial cleaning, window cleaning, deep post construction cleaning, residential cleaning