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Rug Cleaning in Poway, CA

Rug cleaning in Poway starts with a hand wash back at our San Diego workshop. Zeytounian Rugs collects your area and oriental rugs from around town, cleans them by hand, and brings them back, with pickup and delivery.

Anthony and Alexander Zeytounian run the same wash floor their grandfather opened in 1956, and the run down Interstate 15 to Poway is a regular stop on the pickup route.

  • ✓ 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 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.


Everyday Rugs in Poway Homes

Poway calls itself the City in the Country, and its rugs match the name. Practical wool and synthetic pieces carry the daily traffic in family rooms and hallways, and out in the horse properties and rural lots to the north they take barn dust and trail dirt on top of it. Those everyday rugs are the ones that quietly hold the most soil, and they are exactly what our wash floor is built for.

The City in the Country, Dry Inland Air

Poway grew from ranch and orchard land into the mix its nickname still fits. Master planned neighborhoods like StoneRidge and Bridlewood sit a few minutes from genuine horse property in Green Valley and the rural lots along the eastern edge, while Old Poway keeps the town ranching roots on display. In the newer homes that usually means wool and synthetic area rugs worked hard by families, and the rural properties add barn and trail dust to the mix.

This is inland valley climate. The gray mornings burn off by midday, and by late summer the Santa Ana winds bake the valley hot and dry. The fine dust those winds carry settles into the pile and packs into the foundation where a vacuum cannot follow, and the trails around Lake Poway and Blue Sky send more of it home on shoes and paws.

Fire season and dry-air static

Fire is part of Poway memory. The Witch Creek Fire tore through the eastern canyons in 2007, and the ash from a bad fire week rides the same winds into homes miles from any flames, settling into rugs long after the sky clears. Add the everyday grading and trail dust and even a newer rug in a newer house can be heavy with soil at the foundation.

Dry air adds one oddity the coast never deals with: static. By late summer, synthetic rugs hold a charge that makes soil cling to the pile, so vacuuming feels least effective exactly when the rug needs it most. That clingy, dusty stage is usually the sign the foundation is due for a real wash rather than another pass of the vacuum.

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Rug cleaning technician applying foam to a traditional Persian rug for deep cleaning.

What Poway Rugs Deal With

  • Dry Santa Ana dust and trail grit packed deep in the pile
  • Barn and stable dust from the rural and horse properties
  • Fire-season ash that settles in long after the smoke clears
  • Pet accidents and dog-walked trail dirt down to the foundation
  • Static and clingy soil that dry inland air leaves behind

Getting Your Rug To Us

The rug never has to leave your house on your back. Our Ronson Road shop in Kearny Mesa puts Poway a straight run down Interstate 15, roughly twenty minutes, reached by Scripps Poway Parkway or the Poway Road exit off the freeway. We pick up and deliver across Old Poway, StoneRidge, Green Valley, and the rural east side, and if road work changes an exit, the City of Poway site is the place to check before you drive a rug down to us.

Poway sits just east of Rancho Bernardo and north of Scripps Ranch, close enough to the shop that it rides the same pickup route as those neighborhoods. The horse properties in the north and the newer streets up the hill are all regular route territory for our driver.

Pickups run to the door either way. Scripps Poway Parkway covers the StoneRidge and business-park side, Poway Road and Espola Road serve Old Poway and the Lake Poway trailhead neighborhoods, and the driver wraps and loads the rug in both cases, so a hillside lot or a long rural driveway is no harder than a single-story street.

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Rug Services for Poway

Santa Ana dust packs into a rug foundation where no vacuum reaches, and getting it back out is the whole point of area rug cleaning done as a full wash. Hand-knotted rugs get the same immersion bath through oriental rug cleaning, and households with dogs and horses count on pet urine and odor removal to keep the family-room rug livable. Our routes also take in nearby Escondido and San Marcos.

Oriental Rug Washing, Not Surface Cleaning

When a Poway family asks about oriental rug cleaning, they usually own a hand-knotted piece that has never had a real wash. A rug like that cannot be steam cleaned on the living room floor. It needs a full immersion wash, so every oriental and Persian rug we collect here rides back to the workshop and goes through the same 9-step process, dusted and dye tested before the hand wash begins.

Area rug cleaning for machine-made pieces works the same way. The soap blend changes with the fiber, but the wash floor does not.

Nine Steps, One Wash Floor, Every Poway Rug

Packed inland dust comes out first at the dusting station, shaken loose from the back of the pile, and reds, indigos, and hand-dyed wools are tested for colorfastness before any bath. After the hand wash and a controlled dry, the rug rides Interstate 15 back to Poway fully dry, rolled, and wrapped. The full nine step immersion wash process covers all nine stages in detail.

Traditional Persian Rug with intricate patterns.

Poway Rug Cleaning Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We pick up and deliver across all of Poway, from the StoneRidge neighborhoods to Old Poway and the horse properties in Green Valley and the rural east. Scripps Poway Parkway and the Poway Road exit put the whole city on one run for our driver.

We wash them. Every oriental and Persian rug we pick up in Poway gets a full immersion hand wash at our workshop, never a surface cleaning in your home. The rug is dusted and dye tested first, then washed by hand on our floor.

Yes. Dry inland dust and trail grit sit deep in the foundation and grind at the fibers with every step. Our dusting station shakes it out of the back of the rug before any water touches it.

When a rug needs it, we add a decontamination bath that breaks down the urine salts and ground-in trail dirt at the source, so the smell does not creep back on a warm Santa Ana afternoon.

Most rugs are back in one to two weeks. We give you the timeline when we pick the rug up at your door.

Sooner than most people think. A newer rug near Lake Poway or up in the StoneRidge hills still collects fine valley dust and fire-season ash through every open window, and pulling that grit out early is what keeps the pile looking new. We will tell you honestly whether your rug needs a full wash yet or just a freshen up, and the estimate is always free.

Authentic handmade rugs with intricate patterns and vibrant colors.

Testimonials from Our Clients

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Dev Sethi
2 days ago
Superb service. Excellent communication. I was referred to get two large rugs cleaned. One wool , one synthetic blend. The shop arranged pick up, full deep cleaning, and return installation. Anthony was always easy to reach and quick to respond. We are very happy with the results. I highly recommend them for all of your carpet and rug cleaning needs. I will definitely use them again.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Dev. A wool rug and a synthetic blend need different handling, so it's good to hear they both came back the way you hoped. Glad the pickup and return install went smoothly as well. We appreciate the recommendation. Anthony
Katherine Yarborough
1 week ago
Nice guys to work with. They do a great job cleaning filthy Persian carpets (recommend that you watch a couple of their U-tube videos regarding how they do this). Added plus, they are great about answering their phones!
Response from the owner:Hi Katherine, thanks so much for the 5 stars! Persian rug cleaning takes precise, dedicated care, so we’re thrilled you're happy with the results. It's awesome to hear you enjoyed our YouTube videos, too! We always strive to be easy to reach, so whenever you need carpet or rug services again, we're just a phone call away.
David Martin
1 week ago
Reliable, professional, courteous and great cleaning job on special rug. Recommended.
Response from the owner:David, thank you for the review and for trusting us with your beautiful handmade rug from Nepal!
Teri Wikesjo
1 week ago
My carpets hadn’t been cleaned in 20 years. They all came back looking like new. They were so helpful and professional. I highly recommend them.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the review Teri! See you next time!
Maura Kelly Barcelona
2 weeks ago
Excellent customer service and super convenient. These guys know what they’re doing! And the prices are super reasonable. 10/10 recommend
Response from the owner:Wow, Maura, your kind words made our day! We absolutely love helping keep area rugs fresh and spotless, and it's amazing to hear you enjoyed our service and pricing. Our team is always here to make life easier for you - come back anytime or let us know if you have more rugs that need sprucing up! Share us with your friends for the same great experience!
susan halenza
2 weeks ago
These 2 brothers are the best:professional,especiallynice to work with,compliant with customer wishes ,the cleaned rugs look great. I have also bought rugs from them that were very special also.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words and for trusting us with your rugs! We love working with wonderful customers like you and it means a lot to hear you felt comfortable and happy with both our rug cleaning and our collection. Your appreciation makes our day brighter. If you ever want to browse new arrivals or need another cleaning, we're always here to help.
Michael Sheehan
2 weeks ago
Zeytounian brothers over delivered on cleaning a Moroccan rug that my pets cherished as a potty pad! Guys are legit & price was better than quoted. 3 words “utilize their services “ thanks guys!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words, Michael! Knowing that your beloved rug is now spotless and back in action makes our day - even happier to hear our pricing worked out better than expected. We’re always up for turning rug disasters into happy endings, so if you or your furry friends need a hand again, just give us a shout. We’re here to help keep your home fresh and inviting!
Debra
2 weeks ago
The Zeytounian brothers were easy to work with. I found to be trustworthy and the derbies to be reasonably priced. Service was excellent. The large oriental rug came back with more brilliant colors too ! I recommend anyone who needs cleaning of precious and beautiful rugs to go with the Zeytounian brothers.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Debra, for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled that you found our service trustworthy and reasonably priced, and that your oriental rug looks brilliant. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you again.
Debbie Smith
2 weeks ago
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for trusting us with your area rug cleaning, Debbie! We’re thrilled you found our pricing reasonable and hope your freshly cleaned rug adds extra comfort to your home. Your feedback really brightens our day. If you ever need another refresh or have any friends who could use our service, we’d love to help again!
Geneva Lake
3 weeks ago
Thank you to the Zeytounian brothers for doing such a fantastic job on my Persian rugs. Great people. I'll definitely be back!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Geneva, for your wonderful review! We're delighted you were happy with your Persian rugs and our service. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back to Zeytounian Rugs!
Sarah F
3 weeks ago
I was honestly so nervous to get my Persian rug cleaned. It was a wedding gift from my grandma, so it holds a very special place in my heart, and the thought of handing it over to someone else made me super anxious. From the very start, though, the team put my mind completely at ease. Before they even touched it, they asked thoughtful, expert questions like what region the rugs were originally from, which immediately showed me how deeply they understand their craft. You can tell they genuinely care about the history and integrity of the textiles they handle. When I got it back, their work completely exceeded my expectations. My rug looked brand new. I couldn't be happier with the results, and I will 100% be bringing all my future rugs back to them!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Sarah, for trusting Zeytounian Rugs with your special rug and for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear our care and expertise put you at ease and that you’re so happy with the results. We look forward to helping with your rugs in the future!
Kevin Casillo
3 weeks ago
We have trusted Zetounian Rug Cleaning and repair on several Chinese, Afghanistan, Moroccan and Persian rugs many times over the years. Not just expert cleaning, but repairs as well. Their skill and attention to detail is exemplary. Impeccable service coupled with endless generational knowledge of specific carpet materials, age and origin of each piece Are there others, of course there are, would I use the other guy, nope, not a chance, these boys are the best! Whether they like it or not, they are stuck with us for life.
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Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Kevin, for your wonderful review and your loyalty over the years! We truly appreciate your trust in Zeytounian Rugs and are delighted to be your go-to for rug cleaning and repairs. We're always here to care for your cherished rugs!
Deborah Krongard
3 weeks ago
I love Zeytounian! They are the best combination of professionalism and great customer service. I have brought them six or seven rugs and not only do they do an amazing job cleaning them, but they also can tell you the story of the rug's origins, etc. They do pick-ups at your home if needed and they are also lovely people - friendly and kind. I highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thanks Deborah, this means a lot! Always glad to see you and your rugs. See you next time.
L Austell Slayter
3 weeks ago
Such professional and personal care. They make you feel like you're part of the family. Amazing rug knowledge
Response from the owner:Thank you, we really appreciate it. Glad you felt at home with us.
tracy stijacic
3 weeks ago
I had such a wonderful experience with Zeytounian Rug Cleaning & Repair. I especially appreciate that they are a family-owned business. Brothers, Anthony and Alex were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly take great pride in their work and their family’s business. I’m embarrassed to admit that I’ve owned my rugs for about 25 years and had never had them professionally cleaned. These rugs are very special to me, and the results were honestly shocking—in the best way. They look absolutely amazing, and the colors and details have come back to life. I can’t believe I had actually considered getting rid of them. I’m so grateful for the care Anthony and Alex took with my rugs and that I’ll now be able to enjoy them for another 25 years. I would highly recommend Zeytounian Rug Cleaning & Repair to anyone looking for knowledgeable and genuinely kind professionals.
Response from the owner:Tracy, thank you so much for this! Anthony and Alex had a great time working on your rugs. We could tell how much those pieces mean to you after 25 years, and that kind of care makes our job the best. So glad we could bring them back to life, and here's to the next 25 years. Come see us anytime!
Karen Renberg
4 weeks ago
We have had our area rugs cleaned several times. They look fabulous after they are cleaned. We wouldn't use any other cleaning service.
Response from the owner:Thanks so much Karen. It means a lot that you keep coming back to Zeytounian Rugs for your area rug cleaning here in San Diego. We love seeing those rugs come back to life and we appreciate your loyalty more than you know.
Bettina Pedersen
4 weeks ago
Zeytounian Rugs was amazing! They explained the process for cleaning the rug, listened to me talk about how the rug fit into our decor and how much we loved our rug (even though it was machine made), and they did an absolutely beautiful job of cleaning and repairing it with brand new fringe. Their work is superb, and I would recommend them to anyone needing to have a rug cleaned and/or repaired.
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Response from the owner:Bettina, this one made our day. Didn't matter to us that the rug was machine made. It mattered to you, and that's the whole point. New fringe plus a full clean can bring an older rug right back, and yours came out beautiful. Thanks for trusting Zeytounian Rugs with something you clearly love. Anyone in San Diego who needs a rug cleaned or repaired, send them our way.
Tim Shepich
4 weeks ago
These guys are as straightforward and honest as you can find! Great work with no surprises or hidden cost! I highly recommend them!
Response from the owner:Appreciate this, Tim. No surprises and no hidden costs, that's how we run every job. Straight quote up front, honest work, done right. Glad the area rug cleaning came out the way you wanted. San Diego's got no shortage of options, so it means a lot you're pointing people to us. Thanks for the recommendation.
Karen Abshier
1 month ago
Great guys. Amazing service.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the kind words! We really appreciate you trusting us with your rugs. It was a pleasure serving you here in San Diego, and we look forward to helping you again whenever you need us.
L M Davis
1 month ago
I had a truly great experience with Zeytounian Rug Cleaning. We just moved here and I had intended to have my 6 rugs cleaned before we moved but never got around to it. I had already gotten a couple of estimates in our previous area, so I knew what to expect. Here in a new town, I contacted three different companies to try and get estimates. ONLY Zeytounian responded, and very quickly. They sent me a very reasonable estimate, and impressed by their great reviews, I scheduled a pick-up. The brothers arrived on time, were very helpful, and both have a great sense of humor! The job was completed within the time frame they specified, the rugs delivered on time, and they were happy to fulfill my special requests (photos and wrapped for storage of a couple of rugs). And, the rugs look amazing! I could not be happier. It was a pleasure doing business with Zeytounian Rug Cleaning.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Lindsey! Welcome to San Diego, and thank you for trusting us with your rugs. We're so glad we could make the process easy from the initial estimate through pickup, cleaning, and delivery. It was a pleasure meeting you, and we're happy we could accommodate your storage requests as well. Enjoy your freshly cleaned rugs, and if you ever need anything in the future, we're always here to help. Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience!
Greg Goorjian
1 month ago
The family heirloom passed down from my grandfather. Prayer rug size, losing threads, and quite filthy.. After restoration and washing at their own shop. A Full emersion process in their shop. The rug came back with 100% satisfaction. Family owned and operated by Armenians.. They know a thing or two about a thing or two. Highly recommend Zeytounian Rugs!
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Response from the owner:Greg, thank you. We don't take it lightly when someone hands us a rug that's been in the family that long. Glad we could get your grandfather's back to you the right way. Thanks, Greg. The Zeytounian family
Pam Raney
1 month ago
Great service (even my dogs had fun in the treat and toy-filled office! Will come back for the next clean, for sure!
Response from the owner:Pam, this made our whole day. The treat basket is genuinely one of the best decisions we've made around here, and your two were great company. See you at the next clean, and thanks for the kind words.
Liberty&Justice67
1 month ago
Great service! Rug is very clean. The owner is very courteous. Timely service. Low price for the service standard. Recommend without hesitation.
Response from the owner:Dan, thanks for trusting us with your rug and for the great review!
Katy Motiey
1 month ago
This is an exceptional business run by 2 brothers… professional and high quality work. Thank you for taking care of our family Persian carpets!
Response from the owner:katy, thanks for the review and letting us take care of your rugs!
Bj Alfstad
1 month ago
Response from the owner:Thanks for the five stars, Bj. Really appreciate you taking the time.

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