Rug Cleaning, Repair, & Protection Services in Bellingham

Since 1996, our Bellingham family business at Steam Sweepers Rug Cleaning has been mastering a centuries-old method of rug cleaning. Today, our cold-water immersion skills are known throughout our corner of the Pacific Northwest. These are some of the most popular services we provide here in Bellingham and for our customers across the state of Washington:

Bellingham is a special place for Steam Sweepers Rug Cleaning. It’s our hometown of almost three decades, fifteen of those years have been at our current Oriental rug washing facility here on Iron Gate Road. Over the years we have become recognized in our little corner of the Pacific Northwest for our rug cleaning. Particularly, we are known for our cold-water immersion washing technique, a centuries-old process practiced throughout the middle east. This process is known to restore beauty and value to rugs from around the world.

Whether you own a hand knotted middle eastern carpet such as a Persian rug, a Sino sphere oriental Chinese rug, a European Greek Flokati rug, an American wool Karastan rug, or a department store rug, Steam Sweepers Rug Cleaning has the experience, knowledge, and expertise to accommodate your needs.

We also provide services for rug repairs, guaranteed odor removal, pet stain treatment, moth prevention, rug fiber protection and custom cut rug pads. Call us with any questions at 360-762-3020 or click here to schedule a rug pickup.

Count on Us to Clean, Repair, & Protect Your Area Rugs in Bellingham

Whether you need only a spot cleaning for your wool area rug or you require some major services after the dye bleeds on a cherished Oriental rug, our crews at Steam Sweepers have got you covered at your home or office in Bellingham. For more than a quarter-century, our IICRC-certified technicians have provided elite-level services for rug cleaning, rug repair, and rug protection for customers throughout Northwestern Washington, including residents and business owners in Bellingham.To learn more about our products and services, dial 360-762-3020 or click here.

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March 16, 2026 | Bellingham, WA

Loretta was in the process of moving and wanted to make sure her Persian Sarouk rug was clean before moving it into her new home. Moving can be stressful, fortunately for Loretta, our convenient pick up and delivery service gave her one less thing to worry about. Our 1-2 week turnaround time worked out perfectly for Loretta's schedule, we were able to pick up the dirty area rug from her old house and deliver her now clean rug to her new house! Loretta's beautiful Sarouk rug looked great in her new home.

March 02, 2026 | Bellingham, WA

A closer look at our tea wash process! Tea washing involves intentionally dying a rug or a rug's fringe to give the rug a more antique appearance. Some rugs are designed to look older than they actually are and having bright white fringe could ruin the antique look. Recently, we were able to help our returning customer, Owen, by tea washing the fringe of his wool rug. As you can see from the pictures, when done properly tea washing requires great attention to detail. We hand paint the tea washing dyes onto the fringe before rinsing to reveal the lovely antique coloring!

January 02, 2026 | Bellingham, WA

Pet accidents happen! Lisa is a returning customer who knows first-hand that sometimes these accidents can happen on our nice wool rugs. Aside from the obvious unpleasant smells caused by pet accidents, pet urine can also cause dye bleeding in rugs . It is crucial to address accidents as soon as possible to minimize potential permanent damage to the rug. Thankfully, Lisa called our team of rug experts right away. We were able to offer some immediate steps Lisa could take from home before bringing her Karastan rug into our facility for proper washing. Lisa was so happy with our results (especially our guaranteed odor removal!) that she sent us this picture of her cute furry friend with her now clean rug!

December 05, 2025 | Bellingham, WA

We love the bright colors in Gretchen's hand knotted wool rug! We ensure vibrant colors, like those in Gretchen's rug, stay crisp and bright by starting our rug washing process with a colorfast check. This is a test that allows us to properly assess the risk of dye bleeding and take any needed precautions before washing. Gretchen appreciated the extra care and attention that we put into her rug and was happy with the results!

November 14, 2025 | Bellingham, WA

A closer look at our rug washing process! Mike, one of our awesome rug technicians is pictured here washing a Persian Gabbeh rug brought in by returning customer, Kelly. We hand wash rugs at our wash plant using a cold water immersion process that provides the deepest and most thorough clean possible. We are the only rug cleaners north of Seattle to offer this specialized service for fine wool and synthetic rugs. After washing, we brush each rug by hand as we perform our final inspection.  Kelly has had other rugs washed at our facility before and knew she could expect great results. We were happy to deliver another job well done!

August 11, 2025 | Bellingham, WA

Wilma was a first time customer, local to Bellingham. Wilma brought us her Nepalese rug, hoping to get it washed before she had company over. We were able to provide out quality washing results within our 1-2 week turnaround time, leaving plenty of time for Wilma to prepare for her houseguests! As a bonus, Wilma saved 20% on washing by bringing her rug into our shop, rather than using our pick up and delivery service. We look forward to working with Wilma again!

Real Client Needs in Bellingham

Teresa S.

I called to order a custom rug pad for a runner and was asked to bring the rug in so they can measure it for the best fit; they said pads typically take about a week to order but can be pieced together if needed.
Anonymous User

I called because my dog heavily soiled a 100% wool rug and I need professional cleaning; they confirmed drop-off is available today until early afternoon or first thing tomorrow morning and advised how to prepare the rug for transport.
Alex H.

I called to confirm hours because I want to drop off a rug for cleaning; they told me to come by before closing and I'll drop it off today.
Craig B.

I called to get a price to wash a 2x6 cotton rug and was quoted about $52; drop-off is accepted between 8:30 AM and noon Monday–Friday.
Ryan S.

I called because I have a large vintage Persian rug I want professionally washed; I sent photos and got an initial price estimate and instructions for bringing it in. The shop advised drop-off hours and recommended an in-person inspection to confirm size, condition, and final cost.
Chris A.

I was referred to Steam Sweepers to get two wool braided rugs cleaned and called to confirm drop-off hours; I learned their morning drop-off window is 8:30–noon on weekdays and plan to bring the rugs in.
Steve E.

I’m calling to get my 10x13 wool rug (made in Nepal) cleaned; they quoted about $700 with pickup/delivery or $570 if I drop it off and told me the available drop-off window.
Kaia H.

I called to get a quote to have a handmade 100% wool rug (about 5x7 ft) cleaned and was given an estimate of roughly $150. They said I can drop the rug off at their Bellingham wash plant on weekday mornings and turnaround is usually about 1–2 weeks.
Alee J.

I called to see if Steam Sweepers could clean a rug other places wouldn't take; they confirmed their Bellingham location and told me I could bring the rug by now.
Charlotte A.

I need a rug pad cut to fit an 8.5' x 12' rug and asked if it could be ready for pickup today while my movers are here.
Anonymous User

I want to sell a rug and called to get help identifying it and estimating its value; the owner suggested a local buyer and offered to review photos I text him to give his input.
Kirk E.

I called to have my 5x8 rug professionally cleaned and repaired because of kids and pet stains; I scheduled a pickup appointment for next Monday.
Anonymous User

I called Steam Sweepers Rug Washing to ask about drop-off hours for boat carpeting and scheduled to drop off the rugs today after being told they were open and to come by.
Joy M.

I'm calling to arrange a late same-day drop-off for rug cleaning and will call when I finish work so we can coordinate a meeting time or a rendezvous with the shop's route.
Bess D.

I called to have two synthetic 5x8 rugs (one shag, one close-pile) professionally cleaned; they quoted $3.75 per square foot and arranged a pickup to inspect and proceed with cleaning.
Laura D.

I need two rugs cleaned (a Gabbay runner and a Persian) and will drop them off for cleaning; pricing is based on square footage and fiber type and they will assess the rugs when they arrive.
Karen C.

I called to ask about fringe repair on a small oriental rug and was told to drop it off in the morning so they can inspect it; they said they can handle fringe repair though lead times may be longer.
Kathy L.

I called to schedule a cleaning and pickup for my 8x10 wool area rug and arranged a pickup appointment; I was given an estimated turnaround of one to two weeks and a ballpark price.
Laurie R.

I need two rugs cleaned and asked about drop-off hours and turnaround; the shop told me drop-off is weekday mornings and typical wash turnaround is one to two weeks, and they recommended washing plus Tyvek wrapping to protect rugs from moths.
Hilary A.

I called to schedule a rug cleaning and will drop my rug off today; the shop confirmed they accept drop-offs and asked me to call if I arrive later.
Lisa F.

I have a large silk rug with a coffee stain and scheduled a free on-site estimate and pickup for professional hand washing; the company will assess the rug and provide a quote.
Ken C.

I'm having several area rugs evaluated to decide which to clean or replace, and I scheduled an on-site assessment for Monday afternoon.
Sam T.

I called to get an estimate to clean an 8x10 wool rug that has urine odor and some edge unraveling; the shop said they can remove the odor and may need to stabilize the edging before washing.
Jason D.

I asked if Steam Sweepers could hang and off-gas a large, high-value wool rug for several days in a clean space and requested a quote for drop-off, storage, and pickup/delivery.
Joshua H.

I'm calling to get several rugs cleaned — a large wool-blend rug plus runners and a small rug — and will drop them off Monday before noon for an in-person quote; I discussed pickup vs. drop-off pricing and options for delivery.
Beverly S.

I need two rugs picked up right away for cleaning and up to six months of storage; Steam Sweepers scheduled a pickup for shortly and said cleaning typically takes one to two weeks.
Christy H.

I called to confirm the estimated price for two area rugs and will bring the smaller rug in so they can measure it and provide an exact quote.
Christy H.

I called to arrange rug cleaning before my move; I need the rugs completely dry and wrapped for transport and was told to drop them off as soon as possible so they can be ready before my mid-February move.
Vicki E.

I need my rug picked up because it's too big for my car, and I scheduled a pickup for this afternoon; I asked them to call before they arrive.
Pecky P.

I scheduled a Monday pickup to have my large hand-woven rug (with pet-urine issues) professionally cleaned; they explained interim care tips, gave an estimated price, and will call to confirm the pickup time.
William O.

I scheduled a Monday pickup for an 8x10 rug and asked them to text me if they can't reach me by phone; I found the company online/through their commercials.
Lee I.

I called to arrange cleaning for a couple of small rugs and was told the shop can accept drop-offs soon so they can process the cleaning after the holidays.
Katrina M.

I had six small tufted rugs submerged in a recent flood and need them cleaned to prevent mold; I scheduled an on-site inspection with the company.
Jennifer S.

I need several area rugs cleaned and scheduled a same-day pickup from my home in Bellingham.
Kelly H.

I scheduled a same-day pickup to have an 8x10 wet wool/cotton rug and a small handwoven runner assessed and cleaned; they described a gentle, fragrance-free hand-wash process and agreed to pick up the small runner at no pickup charge.
Karen L.

I need several area rugs cleaned, including one with a pet stain, and asked about pickup service in Bellingham; the company will check their schedule and call me back to arrange pickup.

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What Our Customers Are Saying

We have a large contemporary wool rug. Light on color and had many coffee spills. Bryan and his team are amazing! Kind, very knowledgeable, excellent communication and customer service... Read more about Dolores W reviewRead More

Firstly, my rug came back looking fantastic. Second, the service was great. They clearly told me what to expect, timing, and building a service proposal for my rug and situation.... Read more about Cody H reviewRead More

I showed up with a rug I essentially destroyed myself. They very nicely told me I messed up and told me the risks of trying to get it cleaned... Read more about Dented LRead More

Steam Sweepers did an excellent job cleaning 3 area rugs. Extremely satisfied with the results and with the friendly professional service. Highly recommend!!... Read more about Steve E reviewRead More

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We make area rug cleaning easy for you. Whether you own a large Persian rug, a hand-knotted Chinese rug, a department store rug or maybe a house full of smaller woven rugs such as Karastan’s, we would be happy to schedule a pick-up. We service our hometown of Bellingham & Mount Vernon, all cities and townships in Whatcom, Skagit, and Island Counties. We meet our customers from San Jaun Islands in Anacortes. Also, a limited reach into Snohomish County, Stanwood. If your home is on the I-5 corridor between Blaine and Smokey Point our pick-up services can make rug cleaning easy for you.

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