How much does professional rug cleaning cost in the San Francisco Bay Area?

Professional rug cleaning at ABC Decorative Rugs starts at $2 per square foot for standard cleaning and $4 to $8 per square foot for specialty rugs including silk, antique, and heavily soiled rugs. All pricing includes free pickup and delivery throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Call (510) 240-7360 for a free estimate.

Do you offer free pickup and delivery for rug cleaning?

Yes. ABC Decorative Rugs provides free pickup and delivery of your rugs throughout all six San Francisco Bay Area counties including San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa, and Marin counties. We pick up from your home or office, clean at our climate-controlled Newark facility, and deliver your rug back within 5 to 9 business days.

What types of rugs do you clean?

We clean all types of area rugs including Persian, Oriental, Turkish, Chinese, Afghan, Indian, Navajo, silk, wool, cotton, jute, sisal, shag, sheepskin, cowhide, synthetic, machine-made, and handmade rugs. Each rug receives an individual inspection and a customized cleaning plan matched to its fiber type, construction, and condition.

How long does rug cleaning take?

Standard rug cleaning takes 5 to 9 business days from pickup to delivery. Heavily soiled rugs, pet stain treatments, and rugs requiring repair may take longer. Rush service is available upon request. Call (510) 240-7360 to schedule your free pickup.

What rug repair services do you offer?

ABC Decorative Rugs offers comprehensive rug repair services including fringe repair and replacement, overcasting and binding, reweaving and patching, moth damage repair, color restoration, resizing, serging, and full restoration of antique and heirloom rugs. All repairs are performed by certified rug technicians at our Newark facility.

Do you offer rug appraisal services?

Yes. ABC Decorative Rugs provides certified rug appraisals starting at $125, widely recognized by the IRS and U.S. court system. Appraisals are essential for insurance coverage, estate planning, and documenting the value of Oriental and antique rugs that appreciate over time.

Pricing

Clear pricing.
No surprises.

Per-square-foot rates by rug type. Written estimates before any work starts. Pickup, inspection, and delivery are always free.

30-minute callback

Get a free written estimate.

No site visit needed. Send your rug type and a photo if you have one — we’ll quote, schedule pickup, and have it back in 7–10 days.

Cleaning & repair by rug type

Nine materials, three columns.

Rug type	Cleaning (per sq ft)	Turnaround
PersianHand-knotted, vegetable-dye wool	$5.99 / sq ft	7 – 10 days
OrientalTurkish, Chinese, Caucasian	$4.99 / sq ft	7 – 10 days
SilkQum, Hereke, fine silk	$6.99 / sq ft	10 – 14 days
WoolModern machine-made, hand-tufted	$3.99 / sq ft	5 – 7 days
ShagDeep pile > 1″	$4.99 / sq ft	7 – 10 days
SheepskinNatural lanolin, hide-backed	$49 / pelt	5 – 7 days
CowhideFull natural hide	$3.99 / sq ft	5 – 7 days
NavajoFlat-weave, hand-spun wool	$5.99 / sq ft	10 – 14 days
Sisal / juteNatural plant fiber, low moisture	$3.99 / sq ft	3 – 5 days

Minimum charge $95. Prices per square foot. Repair starts-at pricing covers the first hour of bench work; large-scale repair is quoted after inspection.

What’s included in every cleaning

Six things we never charge extra for.

Pickup & deliveryFrom SF to San Jose, both sides of the water.

12-step hand washCold water, pH-neutral wool soap, air-dried flat.

In-bench inspectionPhotographed report of condition, before any work.

Mild stain treatmentLight coffee, food, drink spots. Standard.

Pad checkUnder-rug pad evaluated; replacement quoted if needed.

Final groomingPile brushed, fringe combed, wrapped and rolled.

Add-ons

Extra protection, priced up front.

Moth treatment

Lanolin-safe, natural-based moth killer + preventative coating.

from +$45

Pet odor removal

Full immersion + enzymatic treatment. Priced by affected area.

from +$75

Scotchgard protection

Fluorochemical-free stain-repellent coating, wool-safe.

from +$1.25 / sq ft

Emergency rush (48hr)

Wedding tomorrow? Event this weekend? We can do 48-hour turnarounds.

from +$125

Repair pricing

Ten repair services. Five priced up front, five quoted on inspection.

Repair service	Starting price	Typical time	Turnaround
Fringe repairRe-knot, rebind, whiten	$39 / linear ft	2 – 4 hours	3 – 5 days
OvercastingEdge stitch to prevent fraying	$39 / linear ft	1 – 3 hours	3 – 5 days
Serging & bindingEdge finishing for raw or worn ends	$22 / linear ft	1 – 3 hours	3 – 5 days
ResizingCut-down with invisible border	$75 / cut	4 – 8 hours	5 – 8 days
Adding leatherLeather edges, accent details	$49 / linear ft	4 – 8 hours	5 – 8 days
RestorationFoundation-up antique conservation	From $299	20 – 100+ hours	4 – 12 weeks
Color re-dyeingSpot or full-field revival	Quoted on inspection	1 – 2 days	7 – 10 days
Color run removalBleed and dye-run reversal	Quoted on inspection	4 – 8 hours	5 – 8 days
Reweaving & patchingKnot-by-knot, matched wool	Quoted on inspection	8 – 40+ hours	2 – 6 weeks
Moth damage repairReweave + pest-proof coating	Quoted on inspection	Varies	2 – 6 weeks

Quoted services receive a written estimate after free in-shop inspection. We bill insurance adjusters directly for water and moth claims.

Not sure what your rug needs?

Get a free estimate, no photo required.

Tell us the rug type and rough size. We’ll quote a square-foot rate in one reply. If it’s an antique or heavily damaged, we’ll book a free in-home inspection.

Book a pickup instead

Payment & insurance

All major cards, Apple Pay, check and ACH. Insurance claims welcome — we bill adjusters directly for water damage, moth damage, and pet accidents with every major carrier.

Ready when you are