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Rug Cleaning in London Ontario
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A good rug is not like the broadloom carpet on your stairs. It is hand-made, dyed with sensitive colours, and built to last generations — if it is cared for the right way.
The wrong cleaning method can felt the wool (mat the fibres together so tightly it can never be undone), bleed the dyes, or leave a rug damp enough to grow mould from the back.
That is why rug cleaning in London, Ontario deserves a rug cleaner who actually understands rugs. Most cleaning services are general carpet and upholstery companies. A fine wool or Persian rug needs a specialist — and London has one.
Flying Carpets has cleaned and repaired handmade rugs since 1984 and serves London homes with free pickup and delivery. Your rug is collected from your home, washed by hand at our dedicated rug facility with climate-controlled drying — never steamed in a van in your driveway — and returned fresh.
Price List for Rug Cleaning Services
What Happens After You Call
Booking is simple: call or email, and a pickup day is arranged at a time that suits you. Your rug is inspected on arrival at the facility, washed by hand, dried fully, and returned to your London home — usually within one to two weeks. Every cleaning is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Rug Cleaning Near Me: Specialist Rug Care for Every London Neighbourhood
Most rug cleaning services in London are equipped for wall-to-wall carpet: a truck-mounted steam wand and a fast turnaround. That approach is wrong for a hand-knotted or hand-woven rug.
Flying Carpets is London's dedicated rug specialist. Every rug is treated as a one-of-a-kind rug. That means:
- A controlled facility — rugs are cleaned indoors at our dedicated rug workshop, never in a driveway or a damp basement.
- Individual inspection — each rug is examined for fibre, dye, age, and damage before any water touches it.
- Dye testing — colours are tested first, so reds and indigos do not bleed into ivory.
- Climate-controlled drying — rugs dry flat and fully, which prevents mildew, odour, and dry rot in the foundation.
Free pickup and delivery covers all of London, from Old North and Wortley Village to Byron, Masonville, and Lambeth.
Wool, Silk & Persian Rug Cleaning: Why Natural Fibres Demand Specialist Care
Handmade rugs are made from natural fibres — usually wool, sometimes silk or cotton — and coloured with dyes that react to heat and harsh detergent. High-pressure steam can shrink and felt wool, dull the pile, and set stains permanently instead of lifting them.
Hand washing works with the rug instead of against it. Dry soil is removed first, a gentle pH-correct solution loosens the rest, and the rug is rinsed and dried. The pile stays soft, the colours stay clear, and the foundation stays sound.
For London's many older homes, where an inherited or antique rug is often the most valuable thing on the floor, that gentleness is the whole point.
Our 8-Step Area Rug Cleaning London Process: Hand Washed, Never Steamed
Each rug moves through the same careful steps:
- Inspection — fibre, dye stability, age, and any damage are noted.
- Dye testing — every colour is checked before water is applied.
- Dry dusting — fine grit is vibrated out of the foundation, where most of the weight of dirt hides.
- Pre-treatment — stained areas and pet contamination receive targeted treatment before the main wash.
- Gentle hand wash — soft brushes and a mild solution, no high-pressure steam.
- Thorough rinse — all residue is flushed so the rug does not re-soil quickly.
- Flat, climate-controlled drying — even drying that protects the foundation.
- Grooming and final inspection — the pile is set and the rug is checked before delivery.
For pet accidents, an enzyme treatment breaks down urine at the source rather than masking the smell.
Persian, Oriental, Wool & Antique Rug Cleaning for London Homes
- Wool area rugs — the most common, and the most often damaged by steam cleaning.
- Persian and Oriental rugs — hand-knotted (tied knot by knot, by hand) pieces that need dye-safe washing.
- Silk and silk-blend rugs — delicate; handled with the lightest touch.
- Antique and heirloom rugs — older foundations cleaned gently to preserve value.
- Flatweaves and kilims — no pile, but still dye-sensitive.
Antique and silk rugs are the most delicate of all — and exactly the kind of rug a general carpet cleaner should never put a steam wand near.
Rug Repair in London, Ontario — Fringe, Edge & Reweaving at the Same Facility
While a rug is in for cleaning, repairs can be done at the same time:
- Fringe repair and replacement — worn or missing fringes rebuilt.
- Edge and binding repair — re-wrapping sides that have come loose.
- Reweaving — holes and worn patches rebuilt by hand.
- Moth damage repair — treatment and reweaving of affected areas.
Rug Cleaning Prices in London, Ontario — What Determines the Cost
Price List for Rug Cleaning Services
The cost of rug cleaning in London, Ontario depends on three things:
- Size — priced by the square foot.
- Fibre and construction — silk and antique rugs take more time and care than machine-made wool.
- Condition — heavy soil, pet urine, or repairs add to the work.
Current rates for hand washing:
- Handmade wool rugs — $2.75/sq ft
- Wool & silk blends — $3.75/sq ft
- Vintage and antique rugs — $4.00/sq ft
- Pure silk rugs — $10.00/sq ft
- Machine-made rugs — $2.00/sq ft
As an example, a standard 8×10 handmade wool rug (80 sq ft) is $220 — hand washed, fully dried, and returned to your London home. See the full rug cleaning price list for repair and underpad rates.
The most expensive cleaning is the one done incorrectly — a felted or faded rug often cannot be saved.
Free Rug Cleaning Pickup & Delivery Across London, Ontario
Flying Carpets provides free pickup and delivery throughout London, including Old North, Old South, Wortley Village, Byron, Masonville, Hyde Park, Westmount, Oakridge, Lambeth, and White Oaks.
Rug Cleaning in London, Ontario — Frequently Asked Questions
Is rug cleaning pickup and delivery really free in London?
Yes. Pickup and delivery to London and surrounding areas is free. The rug is collected from your home, cleaned at our dedicated rug facility, and returned.
How long does professional rug cleaning take?
Usually one to two weeks, depending on size, fibre, and drying time. That window is what proper cleaning requires — the rug is washed by hand and dried flat in a climate-controlled room, not rushed back damp. A rug that comes home fully dry comes home without mildew, odour, or dye bleed.
Can you steam clean a wool or area rug?
It should not be. High-pressure steam can felt wool, bleed dyes, and set stains. Flying Carpets uses gentle hand washing instead.
Can you remove pet urine from a wool rug?
Yes. An enzyme treatment breaks down the urine at the source — in the foundation of the rug where it settles — rather than masking the smell. Pet accidents are one of the most common reasons London rugs come to the facility.
How often should you clean area rugs?
Most household rugs benefit from a professional cleaning every one to three years, sooner in homes with pets or heavy traffic.
Can rug cleaning and rug repair be done at the same time?
Yes. Cleaning and any repairs — fringes, edges, reweaving — are handled together at the one facility.
Should I clean my wool rug at home with a rental machine?
Rental machines are built for synthetic broadloom, not hand-made wool. They push water into the foundation without drying it properly, which risks mildew and dye bleed. Hand washing is the safe choice for a good rug.
Book Professional Rug Cleaning in London, Ontario
Flying Carpets has hand-washed fine rugs since 1984 — no steam, no chemicals, with free pickup and delivery in London. Request a pickup and have your rug cleaned the way it was made to be cared for.
Contact the rug experts at Flying Carpets!
Call 519-404-8009 | info@flyingcarpets.ca
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