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Area Rug Cleaning San Diego, CA

Area rug cleaning at Zeytounian Rugs happens at our San Diego facility, not in your home. Each rug is dusted, tested, and washed by hand so soil, allergens, and pet odor leave the foundation instead of the surface. Pickup and delivery cover San Diego County, and the estimate is written.

  • ✓ Pickup and delivery across San Diego County
  • ✓ Full immersion hand washing, never surface scrubbing
  • ✓ Third generation family craftsmen since 1956
  • ✓ Free written estimates before any work starts
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The short version: Area rug washing in San Diego at our Kearny Mesa facility, matched to each rug’s fiber, backing and construction.

  • How often should an area rug be cleaned? Busy rooms do well with a wash every twelve to eighteen months. Quiet rooms can stretch to two years.
  • Do you clean rubber or latex backed rugs? Yes. They get a gentle hand wash, because heat and machines break the backing down.
  • Can you handle oversized rugs? Yes. The facility has the floor space and the drying racks for room size pieces and larger.
  • Can you remove pet stains and odor? Yes. Immersion washing plus an enzyme treatment reaches the base of the pile where the odor lives.

The facts, in brief

Zeytounian Rug Cleaning & Repair is a family-owned rug cleaning and repair company founded in 1956.

Zeytounian Rug Cleaning & Repair cleans and restores Oriental, Persian, Turkish, wool, and silk rugs in San Diego, California.

Zeytounian Rug Cleaning & Repair washes every rug by hand at its Kearny Mesa storefront at 7343 Ronson Road, Suite U.

Zeytounian Rug Cleaning & Repair is run by the third generation of the Zeytounian family, brothers Alexander and Anthony.

Zeytounian Rug Cleaning & Repair cleans rugs through a nine-step full-immersion wash rather than surface steam cleaning.


Careful & Detailed Area Rug Cleaning in San Diego, CA

Zeytounian Rugs hand washes area rugs in San Diego using a full immersion process, safe for wool, silk, cotton, and synthetic fibers. A third generation family business since 1956, we dust, wash, and dry every rug at our San Diego facility and offer pickup and delivery across the county.

Area rug cleaning in San Diego covers a lot of ground, from the wool runner in a busy hallway to the machine made rug under the kitchen table. Zeytounian Rugs has washed every kind of area rug a household can throw at us since 1956, and this page is about the everyday piece: the rug that lives with your family, catches the spills, and takes the daily foot traffic. If a carpet company has offered to steam clean it in place, read our rug washing vs steam cleaning comparison first. Handmade or machine made, wool, cotton, or a synthetic blend, each rug carries its own quirks in fiber and backing, and we sort out the right wash for it before a drop of water touches the pile. That sorting happens on the inspection table, where we read how the rug was made, flag worn spots along the traffic lanes, loose fringe, older stains, and any dye that looks at risk, then hand you a free written estimate before work begins. Each color is also tested for bleed, because a bright synthetic or a hand dyed wool can behave in ways you cannot see while the rug is dry, and a color that wants to run moves the rug to a controlled method that keeps the pattern crisp.

Extend the Life of Your Everyday Area Rugs in San Diego, CA

An area rug in a lived-in room is the largest air filter in the house, and it works whether you want it to or not. Grit tracked in from the sidewalk, pet dander, pollen, and the fine soil that cooking and food leave behind all settle down past the surface and grind against the foundation every time someone walks across. Vacuuming lifts the loose top layer, but the abrasive grit that actually shortens a rug’s life sits lower than any vacuum can reach.

Three generations of the Zeytounian family have washed rugs in San Diego, and a regular cleaning does more than freshen the look. It clears the buildup that dulls color and frays fibers, so a rug you use hard still has years left in it. If you have been searching for area rug cleaning near me and want the work done by hand rather than run through a plant, that is exactly what we do here. Getting the grit out is the first real stage of that work. Before water goes in, the rug moves through a dusting process that uses vibration to shake loose the pounds of dry grit settled at the base of a well used rug, since pulling abrasive dirt out while the rug is still dry is what protects the fibers through the wash. Vacuuming still matters between washes, but it lifts only the loose top layer, which is why the deep clean has to reach the foundation.

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Caring For All Rug Types

No two rugs in a home are built the same, and an everyday collection usually proves it. A hand knotted wool rug, a flat woven kilim, a viscose piece with a delicate sheen, and a machine made synthetic all react differently to water, agitation, and soap. We test and match the method to the construction in front of us instead of running everything through one setting.

We clean the full spread of area rugs, from daily-use pieces to the more delicate ones. That includes Persian, Turkish, Afghan, Moroccan, Chinese, and Indian rugs, wool, silk, and viscose, kilims, antique rugs, and the machine made rugs that take the hardest wear. When a rug needs more than a wash, our full immersion hand wash is the same careful process behind all of it. Matching the method extends to the soap, an all natural blend chosen for the fiber in front of us, and to the drying, where a rug may hang on the racks or lie in the sun depending on its fiber and backing, because slow, even drying keeps a rug flat and stops odor settling back in. Trouble spots from food and daily life are worked by hand before the full wash, and once the rug is dry the pile is groomed back into the direction it was woven so color and texture come back to life.

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How Every Area Rug Is Cleaned

Whatever the fiber, an everyday area rug is cleaned with the same full nine step immersion wash process we use on handmade pieces. It begins on the inspection table and ends with a final check before the rug is rolled for delivery, and in between the rug is dusted, dye-tested, pre-treated by hand, washed with an all-natural soap chosen for its fiber, dried under controlled conditions, and groomed back to life. Every step happens at our Kearny Mesa facility, and pickup and delivery are available anywhere in San Diego County.

How Often Should an Area Rug Be Washed?
Where the rug lives How often Why
Busy living rooms and hallways Every twelve to eighteen months Daily foot traffic grinds abrasive grit against the foundation, dulling color along the traffic lanes
Entry rugs and hallway runners Closer to the twelve month end These pieces collect tracked-in grit fastest, and San Diego indoor-outdoor living adds to the flow
Quiet, low traffic rooms Can stretch to two years Less foot traffic means less grit settling below where a vacuum can reach
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Testimonials from Our Clients

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Jerman Ruiz
7 hours ago
Five stars! They cleaned my rug perfectly. Fast, professional, and I’d definitely recommend them.
Exceptional service that surpassed my expectations! They did an amazing job on my 35+ year-old area rug. Older stains I thought could never be removed, are gone! My rug looks like new, great experience from start to finish.
Melisa Mitchell
2 days ago
They really know what they are doing. I wouldn’t trust my hand knotted wool rugs to anyone else. They wash them the right way and your rugs are CLEAN!!!
nicole wyne
3 days ago
My rug was pretty gnarly from a bad coffee spill. I guess the rug was also in the show room for some time because it looks even brighter than when I bought it👌🏼 Thanks fellas!
Andy Nickerson
6 days ago
Amazing experience from start to finish. Tight communications & fast service. Great value.
James Endicott
7 days ago
Let me add my recommendation for Zeyrtounian Rug Cleaning to the list of happy customers . Zeyrtounian brothers were recommended by the couple Wiazi who repaired a very old and in poor shape Turkish rug (they did an amazing job) that has been in the family for almost 100 years. Zeyrtounian brothers brought the rug back to life. They gave me a great deal and completed the cleaning in a timely manner. They are both very friendly and want their customers satisfied. Highly recommended. James
Leonardo Perez
1 week ago
They are great to work with, honest and helpfull. I made the right choice specially when they revealed my rug was an authentic persian rug. Thank you for helping me out
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the kind words, Leonardo! It was a pleasure working with you and helping you learn more about your rug. Discovering that you have an authentic Persian rug is always exciting, and we're glad we could share some of our knowledge with you! We take great pride in being honest, transparent, and helpful with every customer. We truly appreciate you choosing our family business and trusting us with your rug. We look forward to helping you again in the future!
Caitlin Kaplan
1 week ago
We had six rugs cleaned (including a large Persian Hamadan) plus new rug pads, with pickup and delivery. We hit some scheduling challenges on our end, and they were so understanding and helpful working around them, and never made us feel like a bother. The rugs came back beautiful. Really glad we went with a family business that clearly takes pride in the work. Highly recommend.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the thoughtful review, Caitlin! It was a pleasure working with you and caring for your beautiful rugs, especially your Persian Hamadan! We're so happy to hear that you're pleased with the cleaning and new rug pads. We understand that schedules can get hectic, and we're always happy to be as accommodating as possible. As a family-owned business, we take great pride in both our craftsmanship and the relationships we build with our customers. Your kind words and recommendation truly mean a lot to us. Thank you again for trusting us with your rugs!
The brothers are great. Service was very professional and within my budget. Highly recommend them.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the kind words, Sharon! We’re happy to hear you had a great experience with us. We truly appreciate your support and recommendation. It was a pleasure working with you, and we look forward to helping you again in the future!
Sharon Duke
2 weeks ago
Linda Beach
2 weeks ago
I can't enough about the brothers that own this business. Alex and Anthony are 3rd generation rug sellers, cleaners and offer repair services. Their knowledge of the various rugs is extensive. The business itself is a vast improvement over the prior vendor who serviced my rugs. They have a 9-step process for cleaning the rugs and the drying system ensures a good, dry, flat rug, without any evidence of trapped mildew or moisture. I have a lot of pets, my rug came home from the cleaning looking almost new. I've referred friends and neighbors, who want to maintain and preserve their Persian, Turkish, Afghani rugs to Zeytounian. Everything about the business it top of the line.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for this incredible review, Linda! It truly means a lot to both of us that you recognize the care, knowledge, and attention to detail we put into our work. As a third-generation family business, we take great pride in continuing our family's tradition of caring for fine rugs. We're so happy to hear how pleased you are with the results! Your trust in us and your referrals to friends and neighbors mean more than you know. Thank you again for your continued support, and we look forward to caring for your rugs for many years to come!
They did a great job cleaning two of my Karastan rugs, I would highly recommend
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Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Leticia! We're happy to hear you’re pleased with how your Karastan rugs turned out! We take great pride in caring for every rug that comes through our shop, and we truly appreciate you trusting us with yours. Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We look forward to helping you again in the future!
Louise McDevitt
3 weeks ago
Zeytournian has been cleaning our area rugs for the last 30 yrs of pet stains, odors, and spilled drinks Have always been highly satisfied.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Louise! It truly means the world to us that you and your family have trusted ours with your rugs for the past 30 years! As a third-generation family business, we're incredibly grateful for longtime customers like you who have supported us throughout the years. We're so happy to hear that you've consistently been pleased with our work. Thank you again for your loyalty and continued trust in us!
Emily Cheney
4 weeks ago
Adore them. Never going anywhere else to have my rug cleaned
Response from the owner:Thanks Emily you're the BEST!
Jo\ Anne Hacker
4 weeks ago
Wow these guys are truly amazing. So friendly, competent, accommodating. Simply could not ask for more. And…my carpets are soooo clean!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Jo-Anne! We're thrilled to hear how happy you are with your freshly cleaned rugs! We take great pride in not only delivering exceptional cleaning results but also making the entire experience as easy and enjoyable as possible. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us, and we're grateful you chose our family business. It was a pleasure working with you, and we look forward to caring for your rugs again in the future!
Shinar Zoldi
4 weeks ago
It was a medium wool area rug that needed cleaning as well as a repair in one of the corners. It’s an old repair that was unraveling and eaten by dry rot. Anthony and his crew were very upfront about what they can and can’t do, but it certainly exceeded my expectations. The rug looks beautiful. Thank you.
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Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Shinar! We're thrilled to hear that both the cleaning and corner repair exceeded your expectations. We always believe in being upfront and honest about what can realistically be accomplished, especially when working with older rugs that have existing damage. It means a lot to us that you trusted us with your rug, and we're so happy to hear how beautiful it turned out. Thank you again for your support, and we look forward to helping you in the future!
Jerry G
1 month ago
Brought in an Egyptian layer weave cotton rug to be treated prior to installation. The facility is run by the Zeytounian brothers, very friendly service and with suggestions for the care of the rug. I also purchased their recommended rug padding. They were helpful in unloading the loading the rug in my RAV4. Strongly recommend, no issues with the rug, it was beautiful. Photo attached. Any marks on the rug are from 3 and 5 year old grandchildren playing on it!!
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Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Jerry! It was a pleasure meeting you and helping you prepare your beautiful Egyptian cotton rug for your home. We're glad we could offer some helpful care recommendations and get you set up with the proper rug padding to protect it for years to come. We love hearing that your grandchildren are already enjoying it! After all, rugs are meant to be lived on and enjoyed. We truly appreciate your trust in us and your recommendation. Thank you again for supporting our family business!
Stewart Polk
1 month ago
I took our rug to Zeytounuan Rugs for cleaning after watching their short video. The rug is gold and ivory, and one foot on either side of the rug was dark brown from dirt. When I left it with Anthony I was hopeful that I may see some color where the walking paths were. Eight days after leaving the rug Anthony called to say the rug was ready for collection. I took it home and opened what looked like a new rug! The colors were bright and it is so, so very clean. You could never tell the rug is 20 years old. So happy!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Stewart. Twenty years of foot traffic on gold and ivory is about the hardest thing anyone hands us, so getting the colour back out of it was satisfying on our end too. Glad the video brought you in, and Anthony will be pleased.
Marcia Sorini
1 month ago
Zeytounian Rug Cleaning and Repair have been my go to rug cleaners for the past 25 years. Kind, courteous, timely and through. My rugs are beautiful and will last forever with the care the Zeytounian family gives them. Call them now!?♥️♥️♥️
Response from the owner:Thank you, Marcia. Twenty five years of rugs between us is something we don't take lightly. Looking after them so they outlast all of us is the whole idea. We appreciate you saying so.
Sarah Federman
1 month ago
Loved working with them. Not only did our rugs come back beautiful and clean, they taught us more about the history of the carpets. Ours was likely woven by two women over 100 years ago in Persia. They say it took them two years. I feel more connected to these women.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sarah. Reading where a rug came from is half the pleasure of this work, and a piece like yours carries a lot of hours in it. Glad it came back clean and that you know a little more about it now. We appreciate you taking the time.
Adrian Montfort
1 month ago
This is one of those dying breed of amazing family businesses that make this country great. Friendly service, that old school way of doing business where you feel understood and appreciated. Cleaning service was great and delivered on time, communication was beyond great. I absolutely recommend this place for area rug cleaning.
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Response from the owner:Thank you, Adrian. Three generations in, the old school way is really the only way we know. Glad the rug came back on time and that you always knew where things stood. We appreciate the recommendation.
Adam Salter
1 month ago
Zeytounian Rugs did a great job repairing and cleaning a Turkish rug I’ve had since I was a teenager. The corner has been chewed and damaged by my dog many years ago, but they fixed it right up. After the repair and a clean it looks like new, I’m so pleased. The guys are super friendly and knowledgeable, just a pleasure to work with.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Adam. A chewed corner on a rug you've had that long is worth repairing properly rather than hiding, and Turkish weaves take the repair well. Glad it looks like new again.
Reid Perry
2 months ago
Friendly, professional, hardworking brothers. Had two chinese ivory wool rugs cleaned. One large one smaller. One with a few spots i did not think they could get out, but they did. Very pleased. Would highly recommend them.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Reid. Ivory wool is unforgiving, so spots on it are the ones people assume are permanent. Glad we could prove otherwise on both. We appreciate the recommendation.
Vincent Carson
2 months ago
Knowledgeable, hardworking, kind, and professional. What else can I say.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Vincent. That's plenty to say, and we appreciate you taking the time.
patricia arbaugh
2 months ago
I had three rugs cleaned and service was outstanding! Very professional and personable. My rugs look brand new! Repaired fringe on one of my rugs and did an excellent job. Pick up and drop off is so convenient! Would highly recommend!!!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Patricia. Fringe repair is slow work and it's the detail most people notice afterwards, so it's good to hear it came out right. Glad the pickup and drop off made it easy. Three rugs at once is our favourite kind of day.

Area Rug Cleaning Questions

“We have had our area rugs cleaned several times. They look fabulous after they are cleaned. We wouldn’t use any other cleaning service.”

Karen Renberg · Google review

Last updated: August 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

A rug in a busy living room or hallway does well with a professional wash every twelve to eighteen months, while a piece in a quiet, low traffic room can stretch to two years. San Diego blends indoor and outdoor living, and that constant flow of feet drags more grit into the pile, so if your rug takes real daily use, keep it closer to the twelve month end. The clearest signs a rug is due are color gone flat along the traffic lanes and a pile that no longer springs back, both the work of abrasive grit sitting lower than any vacuum can reach, and entry rugs and hallway runners collect that grit fastest.

Yes. Tufted and rubber backed area rugs need a gentle hand wash rather than a machine or heat process, because harsh methods break the backing down and it starts to crumble and separate from the rug. We match the wash to how each piece is built. That gentler track still begins on the inspection table, where we read the construction, flag anything already at risk, and put the estimate in writing before choosing the method.

Yes. Our Kearny Mesa facility has the floor space and the drying racks for room size and oversized rugs, and pickup and delivery across San Diego County means you never have to wrestle a large rug into your car. A room size piece is washed, spun, and dried at the facility like any other rug, then groomed, vacuumed, and rolled before the trip back, and the drying racks at the shop hold a room size rug flat so it dries even and true.

Yes. A full immersion wash paired with an enzyme treatment reaches the base of the pile where the odor actually lives, instead of covering it on the surface. The rug then dries under controlled conditions so it comes back genuinely fresh. The treatment breaks the urine salts down at the source so they flush out instead of hiding in the pile, which clears the odor rather than covering it and leaves no residue behind.

We also clean rugs across the North County coast, including Encinitas, Carlsbad, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Solana Beach, Leucadia, and Olivenhain.

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Drop your rug off, or we can pick it up. Our shop is at 7343 Ronson Rd Ste U in Kearny Mesa, open Monday to Friday 9 to 4 and Saturday 9 to 2. The same freeway runs our pickup vans make work in reverse: Highway 52 from the coast, Interstate 805 from the South Bay, and Interstate 15 from inland North County, roughly twenty to thirty-five minutes from most of the county.

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Who You Are Trusting With Your Rug

  • ✓ Rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau as Zeytounian Rug Cleaning & Repair of San Diego (BBB business profile, checked August 2026).
  • ✓ 5.0 stars on Google reviews from San Diego County customers.
  • ✓ Every rug is washed in our own Kearny Mesa workshop at 7343 Ronson Rd Ste U, San Diego, CA 92111, never inside a customer home.
  • ✓ Nine step full immersion wash process, with a written estimate before any work starts.

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