Area rug cleaning in the High Desert, before you buy a new one

Before you replace your rug

People call us ready to throw a rug out all the time. One customer said we saved them from having to replace the whole rug. Another had two area rugs deep cleaned and was happy with both the result and the price. A photo with your quote request is usually enough for us to tell you what to expect.

Why area rugs hold so much dirt

A rug catches everything that comes through the door. Dust and sand sift down through the pile and pile up at the base where you can't see it. Ever flipped a rug over and tapped the back? All that dust that falls out is what we mean. It wears the fibers down every time someone walks on it.

What is your rug made of?

Different rugs need different handling, so it's the first thing we ask.

• Nylon, polyester and polypropylene: usually the easiest to clean
• Wool: cleans well with the right method and some care with heat and water
• Cotton and jute: can shrink or brown if they get too wet
• Viscose, rayon and "art silk": they look like silk but can brown, stiffen or lose their shine when wet, so they need extra care
• Hand-knotted and older rugs: we look closely at the dyes and fringe before we start

Why we test the dyes

Some rug dyes bleed when they get wet, especially reds and dark blues. Once colors run, there's no undoing it. So we test a small area before we clean the whole rug. If the dyes aren't stable, you hear about it before anything happens.

Pet accidents on rugs

Rugs are a favorite spot for pet accidents. Urine soaks through the rug and often into the pad and floor underneath. If that's what you're dealing with, say so when you book so we bring the right treatment for the smell, not just the stain. Very old urine may not come all the way out, and we'll say that up front. See pet stain and odor removal for how we treat it.

Keeping a rug in good shape

Vacuum both sides once in a while, not just the top. Turn the rug every few months so sun and foot traffic wear it evenly. A rug pad keeps it from sliding and cuts down on wear. Blot spills right away. Most rugs do well with a professional cleaning about once a year, often on the same visit as the carpet.

How it works

1. We check the rug material and any stains.
2. We test the dyes so colors do not run.
3. We pre-treat and deep clean the rug.
4. We dry it and let you know when it is ready.

Where we do area rug cleaning

We do area rug cleaning in Victorville, Apple Valley, Hesperia, Adelanto, Phelan, Oak Hills, Spring Valley Lake, Lucerne Valley, Oro Grande and Barstow. Not sure if you are in range? Call (760) 948-7070 or text (760) 403-6890 and ask.