Professional Area & Oriental Rug Cleaning
Gentle, thorough cleaning for your handmade and machine-made oriental rugs, Persian rugs, silk rugs, and area rugs. Pick-up and delivery available across the Permian Basin.
“Managed to remove three-day-old salsa stains from all over my white sofa and area rug.”
— Taylor GilbertElite provides full-immersion rug washing for handmade rugs and specialized cleaning for silk, wool, and synthetic area rugs. We offer free pick-up and delivery across Midland, Odessa, and the Permian Basin. Turnaround is typically 5–7 business days. Call (432) 425-1910 for a free evaluation.
Oriental and handmade rugs are more than floor coverings — they're investments, heirlooms, and works of art. Cleaning them requires an entirely different approach than standard carpet cleaning. The wrong method, wrong chemical, or wrong water temperature can cause dye bleeding, fiber damage, shrinkage, or permanent distortion. That's why these rugs should never be cleaned with a standard carpet wand on your living room floor.
At Elite Carpet Cleaning, we treat every rug based on its specific fiber type, dye stability, construction method, and condition. Our IICRC-certified technicians perform color-fastness testing before any cleaning begins. Handmade wool and silk rugs receive gentle full-immersion washing with controlled water temperature and pH-neutral solutions. Machine-made area rugs get a thorough cleaning calibrated to their specific materials.
We offer complimentary pick-up and delivery across the Permian Basin. Your rug is cleaned in our controlled environment — not on your floor — where we can properly flush contaminants, control drying conditions, and ensure no moisture is left behind. We also offer fringe repair, binding repair, and protective treatments.
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“They picked up the rug and had it back within a few days.”
— Susan LucasPet urine stains and odors trapped in the rug foundation
Fringe damage, yellowing, or unraveling
High-traffic wear patterns and pile crushing
Food and beverage spills that set into natural fibers
Musty smell from moisture trapped in rug backing or pad

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The Owners Do the Work
Different fibers, surfaces, and systems require different inspection and cleaning decisions.
Equipment Rentals Can't Match
The estimate path accounts for size, condition, stairs, furniture, access, and specialty concerns.
Honest Recommendations
A spot may be removable soil, residue, dye loss, wear, or permanent fiber damage; those conditions are not interchangeable.
On Time, In Touch
Preparation and post-service care guidance are included on the relevant service page.
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The scope should match the surface and condition.
Carpet, upholstery, tile, rugs, ducts, vents, and water-damaged materials require different inspection and cleaning decisions.
Elite can discuss the process, preparation, and reasonable expectations before the appointment is confirmed.
How our oriental & area rug cleaning process works
A clear, step-by-step approach — no mystery, no upsell ambush.
Free Pick-Up & Evaluation
We pick up your rug at no charge anywhere in the Permian Basin. At our facility, we perform a detailed evaluation — identifying fiber type (wool, silk, cotton, synthetic), construction method (hand-knotted, hand-tufted, machine-made), dye type, and any pre-existing damage or concerns.
Color-Fastness Testing
Before any water or solution touches your rug, we test dye stability in an inconspicuous area. This determines whether colors are stable or prone to bleeding, which dictates our cleaning approach, water temperature, and solution selection. This step is non-negotiable for every rug we clean.
Dry Soil Removal
We thoroughly dust and vibrate the rug to remove dry particulate matter — sand, grit, dust, and debris trapped deep in the rug foundation. Handmade rugs can hold 3–5 pounds of dry soil per square yard. Removing this before wet cleaning prevents mud formation and abrasive damage.
Full-Immersion Washing
Handmade rugs receive a gentle full-immersion bath with controlled water temperature and pH-neutral, fiber-safe cleaning solutions. We hand-clean problem areas and stains individually. Machine-made rugs receive appropriate cleaning calibrated to their specific fiber and construction.
Thorough Rinsing & Water Extraction
Multiple rinse cycles flush all cleaning solution, soil, and contaminants from the rug. High-powered extraction removes the majority of moisture. No soap residue is left behind — residue attracts dirt and accelerates re-soiling.
Controlled Drying & Delivery
Your rug dries in our climate-controlled facility with proper airflow and temperature. This prevents shrinkage, mildew, color bleeding, and distortion. Once fully dry, we groom the pile, inspect the results, and deliver your rug back to your home — typically within 5–7 business days.
What our customers say
Source-checked excerpts from Elite's Google Business Profile.
Managed to remove three-day-old salsa stains from all over my white sofa and area rug. Really knows his stuff!
They picked up the rug and had it back within a few days. The rug looks great and the invoice was very reasonable.
I am so satisfied with my carpet I feel I have new carpet again. Thank you and your family for great service.
Very professional, great service! Michael was able to get us scheduled next day for carpet cleaning. Very happy with results.
Watch us work
See our oriental & area rug cleaning process in action.
Oriental & Area Rug Cleaning across the Permian Basin.
Elite serves Odessa, Midland, and surrounding Permian Basin communities. Pick a published local page for area-specific details, or see all service areas.
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Frequently asked questions
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— Marie Lara