Rug Doctor is a big name in carpet cleaner rentals, and Home Depot offers its machines for about $40 per day. That price applies to both Kansas City and New York City.

Hygiene is another factor to be mindful of if you choose to rent a carpet cleaner, Luis points out. 'Rental machines are used by many people, and not all of them clean up properly.

Rug Doctor is a company more than 40 years old that specializes in carpet cleaners and cleaning supplies. You can rent or buy Rug Doctor carpet cleaners; for purchases, prices range from $529 to $599.

For further assistance, there are excellent guides on purchasing carpet cleaners. According to a Home Depot spokesperson, the following pre-purchase carpet cleaner online guides should be reviewed: ...