The holidays bring joy, laughter, and cherished moments with loved ones. However, hosting also brings wear and tear to your home, especially your rugs and carpets. From dirt tracked in by guests to wine spills, food stains, or even mishaps like paint or slime, the aftermath of festive gatherings can leave your floors in rough […]

Rugs add warmth, color, and texture to your home. But over time, they also trap dust, allergens, and bacteria. Regular rug cleaning not only improves the appearance of your rugs but also extends their lifespan and contributes to a healthier living environment. While DIY options are available, enlisting the expertise of a professional service like […]

When it comes to rug cleaning, American Rug Laundry offers both in-home cleaning and pick-up and delivery services to suit your needs. While both methods provide excellent results, the pick-up and delivery option offers some added benefits, especially for those looking for the most thorough cleaning experience for their oriental or area rugs. Here are […]

Rugs are more than just a decorative element; they play a crucial role in your home’s health and hygiene. Unfortunately, many homeowners wait 2-3 years between rug cleanings, allowing dirt, dust, and allergens to accumulate. American Rug Laundry is here to remind you that regular rug cleaning is not just about aesthetics—it’s also about maintaining […]

Rugs and carpeting do several important jobs in your home. Most are obvious, but one critical job is invisible: Making the environment in your home healthier.Rugs function like filters, trapping contaminants that degrade indoor air quality. Dust mite infestations, bacteria, pet dander, moths and insects, organic particles and allergens are just a few of the […]

The Question Matters When It Comes to SpillsCoffee spills are very common causes of rug stains. If you accidentally knock a cup of Joe onto your carpet, don’t be surprised if you call your professional rug cleaner and they ask whether the coffee is regular or decaf. They are not practicing for a side job […]

Is Your Rug Handmade or Machine-Made? We clean practically every type of rug at American Rug Laundry. But we don’t clean them all the same way or with the same products. That is why when you contact us for a cleaning estimate, one of the first questions we ask is whether your rug is made by […]

“The dog mistook my rug for a fire hydrant again. I’m so sorry.”“It’s been in a plastic bag in the basement for years. I apologize for the smell.”“I haven’t washed it for at least twenty years. I feel like such a bad rug owner.”Here at ARL we often serve customers who bring their rugs in […]

Here at American Rug Laundry we see rug emergencies of every imaginable cause, but by far the two most common are pet accidents and moths. Moths and pets may seem completely unrelated, but in fact there is a strong causal connection. As much as moths love wool clothing and carpets, they are also strongly attracted […]

Even the best-trained dogs and cats can have a bad day at the expense of one of your rugs. In fact, a very high percentage of the rugs that come into American Rug Laundry for cleaning have suffered from one or more pet accidents. As a pet owner and a rug owner, what should you […]