Originally Posted by whenpigsfly
Until recently, it had been YEARS since I'd quilted or used a sewing machine. Back then, I lived in a small town and my machine was periodically cleaned by a retiree who worked out of his home. In 2002, he charged me $20 .
So it was a bit of sticker shock when I asked the local vacuum/sewing store what they'd charge to clean my "new" old machine: $85. Is this the standard going rate now? (and, yes, I know $20 was A Deal, even back then)
Most in our area start at $99 and that is just to clean out lint and oil. To change a belt or go further the prices jump. w start out at our shop at $30 and go up from there for we feel bad for people that get ripped off.