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Large abstract gray area rug in a modern Bergen County living room, the kind of fine rug cleaned with an off-site wash

Service · Serving 19 NJ towns

Area Rug Cleaning — Pickup & Delivery

On-site or off-site wash — based on what your rug actually needs. Based in Lyndhurst, NJ — serving Bergen, Hudson, Essex, and Passaic counties.

At a glance

Dull colors, pet accidents, or a rug that smells musty — synthetics get cleaned on-site, wool and delicate rugs get a proper off-site immersion wash. Free pickup and delivery. Starts at $89 (per area rug), $140 minimum per visit. Written quote before any work begins — and same-day windows are often open.

Pricing reviewed June 2026.

  • Licensed
  • Bonded
  • Insured
  • Eco-friendly
  • Pet-safe

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Our work

Recent rugs jobs in NJ.

Large abstract gray and cream area rug in an upscale living room with a black leather sectional and brass sputnik chandelier
Fine rug · in place
White area rug in modern NJ waterfront apartment with extraction equipment
Waterfront apartment
Patterned gray area rug after off-site wash
Off-site wash
Large gray sectional and round area rug mid hot-water extraction, blue Zep unit and coiled hoses across the floor
Round rug · extraction
Gray sectional with all cushions removed for a deep clean over an Oriental rug, blue extractor in a family room
Oriental rug · deep clean
Brown leather swivel chairs on an Oriental rug with Zep's blue extraction unit mid-job in a Bergen County living room
Oriental rug · in progress
Modern open-plan NJ living room with a light gray sectional and abstract area rug over hardwood, freshly cleaned
Open-plan · area rug
Black sectional sofa on a black and yellow patterned area rug with an NJ waterfront view
Patterned rug · riverside

What you get

Synthetic rugs cleaned on-site; wool, hand-knotted, and viscose go off-site for an immersion wash. Free pickup and delivery in Lyndhurst.

  • Dye-stability check before any water touches it
  • Free pickup and delivery in Lyndhurst
  • Flat-dry with airflow — no fiber distortion
  • Wool-safe shampoos and rinses
  • Fringe and binding inspection included

Our process

1. Inspect

Fiber, dye, foundation, and existing damage are documented before cleaning.

2. Dust

Dry-soil removal — most household dust never comes out with a vacuum alone.

3. Wash

Fiber-appropriate shampoo, hand-controlled rinse.

4. Flat-dry

Airflow drying preserves shape and prevents color migration.

Free written quote

Still deciding? Send the details — we'll send a real price.

Goes straight to the owner's inbox. Replies within the hour during business hours (Sun–Fri 7am–7pm · Closed Saturdays).

He was very responsive and did a great job making my sofa, rugs and mattresses look new. He was prompt in his response and very affordable as well.

Dr. Kalpana Daswani

Verified Google review · Sofa, rugs, mattresses

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Common problems we solve

What people actually call us about.

Wool rug that's been cleaned wrong before

Crunch from leftover detergent, browning from over-wetting, or pile flattened from agitation. Off-site immersion wash + proper rinse + flat-dry usually recovers it.

Viscose / silk-blend rug nobody wants to touch

Browning risk is real with viscose. We test conservatively in a hidden corner and use a controlled low-moisture process. If we can't guarantee a safe outcome, we tell you.

Hand-knotted or heirloom rug from a parent or trip

Inspection on pickup with photos. Dye stability test before water touches the rug. Fiber-appropriate shampoo, hand-controlled rinse, flat-dry over 24-48 hours.

Pet accident on an area rug

On-site enzyme treatment for synthetic rugs. For natural fibers, off-site immersion is the only way to truly flush urine out of the backing.

FAQ

Do you offer area rug cleaning with pickup and delivery in Lyndhurst?

Yes. Synthetic rugs can often be cleaned on-site; natural-fiber or delicate rugs (wool, hand-knotted, viscose) are safer with an off-site immersion wash. Free pickup and delivery in Lyndhurst and nearby towns. We check dye stability, dust the rug, wash with fiber-appropriate shampoos, rinse thoroughly, and dry flat with airflow.

Can I drop my rug off to you instead?

Not at the moment — we don't have a drop-off location. Instead, we bring the service to you: pickup and delivery are free with rug cleaning across all 19 towns we serve. We roll and wrap the rug at your home, wash it off-site the right way, and bring it back dry and ready to lay. Most rugs are back within a week.

Will every stain come out?

No — not every stain. Most come out, but some are permanent: bleach, hair dye, paint, or old urine that altered the dye. We identify likely outcomes during the pre-inspection and treat with the right chemistry and dwell time, and if a mark won't fully lift we'll explain why and suggest options like color repair or rug placement.

Can you clean delicate fabrics like linen, cotton, or viscose?

Yes, with extra care. Viscose and rayon are notorious for browning and texture change, so we use conservative low-moisture processes and test thoroughly before committing to a full clean.

Who's showing up

Owner-operated by Dan, since May 2025.

Zep Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning opened in May 2025, owner-operated by Dan — not a franchise, not a call center. Same techs every visit: the person walking into your home is the person you spoke with on the phone.

  • Licensed
  • Bonded
  • Insured
  • Eco-friendly
  • Pet-safe

Rather just talk it through?

Call or text Dan directly — no forms, no hold music.

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