Area & Oriental Rug, Carpet & Upholstery, Tile & Grout Cleaning — Serving Santa Cruz, Santa Clara & Monterey Counties
831-423-5235

Important Storm Prep: What to Do If Your Rugs Get Wet

Expert Rug Cleaners serving Santa Cruz and surrounding areas since 1947

Cleaning Tips
Act fast to prevent mold, dye bleed, and irreversible damage

Storms and plumbing leaks can soak area rugs in minutes. Quick action helps prevent mold growth, bacteria, and dye bleeding that can permanently ruin a rug.

Bottom line: Protect your rugs from water damage—act fast to prevent mold, dye bleeding, and irreversible harm.

If your rug gets wet, remember these two scenarios

  1. Rain or Pipe Leak Damage
    If your rug is soaked from a roof or pipe leak, it should be picked up and restored immediately. Waiting increases the risk of mold, bacteria growth, and dye migration, which can render the rug unsalvageable. Our specialized wash process thoroughly sanitizes and restores affected rugs.
  2. Raw Sewage Contamination
    If your rug has come into contact with raw sewage (e.g., septic overflow), it must be safely disposed of. For health and safety reasons, we cannot service sewage-contaminated rugs.
Storm water rug damage restoration
Important: Guidance here applies to area rugs only, not wall-to-wall carpet. For structural or installed carpet water damage (floors, walls, padding), contact CLEAN-TEC Restoration: Water Damage Help.

Need a fast pickup?

We can pick up, sanitize, and restore your rug quickly.

Call (831) 423-5235

Notice: We offer pick up and delivery across the greater Santa Cruz area, or save with a drop-off and pick-up at our rug spa. Call to schedule.

If it's cleanable, Santa Cruz Rug Cleaners can clean it!