Area rug cleaning. Wool, silk, synthetic, antique — all welcome.
An area rug isn't wall-to-wall carpet — it can't be cleaned the same way. Wool shrinks when over-wet. Silk bleeds dye. Jute buckles and mildews. Hand-knotted rugs need full immersion, not just a surface pass. We do both in-home extraction for most synthetic rugs and in-plant immersion for natural-fiber and handmade pieces — pickup and delivery included.
What's included in this service?
- In-home inspection and fiber identification (wool, silk, cotton, jute, polypropylene)
- Colorfastness test in a corner before any wet process
- In-home extraction for synthetic and most wool area rugs
- Pickup, in-plant wash, and delivery for hand-knotted and antique rugs
- Cold-water immersion for wool to avoid shrinkage
- pH-neutral shampoo to protect vegetable-dyed fibers
- Full dry on a flat rack with controlled air — no hanging
- Fringe hand-cleaning and light blocking for out-of-shape rugs
When do you need this service?
- Rug has been down for more than 2 years without a deep clean
- Pet accident on a wool or silk rug (DIY will make it worse)
- Rug smells musty after a humid stretch
- Moving and want the rug fresh before it goes back down
- Allergies and dust when you beat out the rug outdoors
- Just bought a used or vintage rug and want it sanitized
What do homeowners ask about Rug Cleaning?
Can you clean a hand-knotted Persian or Oriental rug?
Yes. Hand-knotted rugs need an in-plant process — full immersion, colorfastness testing, flat drying on racks. Takes 5–7 days door-to-door. In-home extraction on a genuine hand-knotted rug is a shortcut that risks dye migration and fiber damage.
Will the fringe get cleaner?
Yes. Fringe is cotton and picks up every footprint. We hand-brush the fringe with a dedicated brightener before the main wash, rinse it separately, and re-comb it straight while the rug dries. The difference is immediate.
Do you charge for pickup and delivery?
No — pickup and delivery within San Diego County is included in in-plant jobs over 25 sq ft. For smaller rugs or for in-home drop-off we have a flat $25 trip fee.
How long will my rug be out of the house?
3 to 7 days depending on fiber and how saturated it is at pickup. Wool rugs dry slowly on purpose — forcing heat causes shrinkage. We text photo updates through the process.
Where do we offer Rug Cleaning in San Diego County?
We provide rug cleaning in every city and community in San Diego County. Pick your city for local notes and service specifics.
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Homeowners who hired us for this
Truck-mount made a night-and-day difference vs. the rental machine I had been using. Carpet looked brighter, dried in 4 hours, and no soapy feel underfoot. Clear price up front. Booked them again for October.
Inherited a house with a cat-urine problem. Other cleaners said surface clean only — these guys did UV inspection, found spots we didn't know about, replaced pad in the worst room. Smell is actually gone. A year later, still gone.
Had a hand-knotted Persian rug my grandmother gave us. Every other cleaner wanted to extract in place — they picked it up, did an in-plant wash, delivered it back in 5 days. Fringe looks new, colors look brighter. Careful work.
Need rug cleaning in San Diego County?
Call for a free quote. Most work scheduled within the week.