Professional rug cleaning costs $80 to $400 per rug for most homeowners, with Angi publishing a $175 national average.1 Fixr separately publishes a $370 national average for cleaning an 8-by-10 synthetic rug with stain removal and a protective coating, within a $170 to $530 national average range.3 Prices below are national averages*.
*National averages, not local quotes. Angi figures are from a 2026 guide updated September 2026, HomeAdvisor figures are from a 2025-data guide updated June 2026, and Fixr figures are from a guide updated January 2025. Your price depends on rug size, material, cleaning method, and add-on treatments.
$175
national average (Angi)
$80–$400
typical range (Angi)
$370
national average (Fixr, 2025)
$170–$530
national average range (Fixr, 2025)
What the sources say
| Source | Headline figures | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Angi (updated Sep 2026) | $175 national average; $80 – $400 per rug; $2 – $8 per sq. ft. | Specialty labor $25 – $75 per hour |
| HomeAdvisor (2025 data, updated Jun 2026) | $180 average; $100 – $350 normal range; overall span $60 – $600; $1 – $8 per sq. ft. | Corporate sibling of Angi; no headline figures match |
| Fixr (updated Jan 2025) | $370 national average for an 8×10 synthetic rug with stain removal and protective coating; $170 – $530 national average range; $160 low end (basic dry cleaning) to $900 high end (heavily soiled rug with treatments) | Separately published from the figures above, with no shared sourcing stated |
Cost by rug type (Angi, 2026)
| Rug type | Average cost |
|---|---|
| Area rug (synthetic or blended) | $80 – $200 |
| Oriental | $150 – $400 |
| Persian | $200 – $500 |
| Synthetic | $80 – $180 |
| Wool | $120 – $300 |
| Silk | $200 – $600 |
| Shag | $150 – $350 |
| Antique (50+ years) | $250 – $700 |
Cost by rug size
Angi prices common sizes per rug:
| Rug size | Cost (Angi, 2026) |
|---|---|
| 3×5 | $40 – $80 |
| 5×8 | $80 – $200 |
| 8×10 | $150 – $400 |
| 9×12 | $250 – $600 |
| Runner | $60 – $150 |
HomeAdvisor prices by size and method:
| Rug size | Steam or dry clean | Hand washing |
|---|---|---|
| 2×4 | $8 – $40 | $25 – $65 |
| 3×5 | $15 – $75 | $75 – $120 |
| 4×8 | $30 – $120 | $75 – $250 |
| 5×7 | $35 – $190 | $140 – $280 |
| 6×10 | $60 – $300 | $180 – $480 |
| 8×12 | $96 – $480 | $288 – $770 |
| Round, 3-ft. diameter | $10 – $35 | $20 – $55 |
| Round, 6-ft. diameter | $30 – $140 | $85 – $225 |
| Round, 8-ft. diameter | $50 – $250 | $150 – $400 |
| Round, 12-ft. diameter | $115 – $565 | $340 – $900 |
Fixr prices by size at its stated $1 to $8 per-square-foot span, labor included:
| Rug size | Cost (Fixr, 2025) |
|---|---|
| 3×3 | $9 – $72 |
| 5×8 | $40 – $320 |
| 8×12 | $96 – $768 |
| 10×12 | $120 – $960 |
| 10×14 | $140 – $1,120 |
| 12×12 | $144 – $1,152 |
| 15×20 | $300 – $2,400 |
The three tables use different size sets and scopes, so they are kept as separately published figures rather than compared directly.
Cost by material (per sq. ft.)
| Material | Cost per sq. ft. | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Synthetic | $2 – $4 | Angi (2026) |
| Synthetic | $1 – $4 | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
| Polypropylene or viscose | $2 – $4 | Fixr (2025) |
| Wool | $3 – $6 | Angi (2026) |
| Wool | $3 – $8 | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
| Wool | $5 – $8 | Fixr (2025) |
| Silk | $5 – $8 | Angi (2026) |
| Silk | $4 – $8 | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
| Silk | $5 – $8 | Fixr (2025) |
| Cotton | $3 – $5 | Angi (2026) |
| Cotton | $2 – $8 | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
| Cotton | $4 – $7 | Fixr (2025) |
| Jute / sisal | $4 – $7 | Angi (2026) |
| Sisal, seagrass, or jute | $4 – $7 | HomeAdvisor/Fixr (matching) |
| Blends | $3 – $6 | Angi (2026) |
| Sheepskin | $4 – $7 | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
| Cowhide or rayon | $3 – $8 | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
Silk at $5 to $8 per sq. ft. matches between Angi and Fixr, and sisal, seagrass, and jute at $4 to $7 per sq. ft. match between HomeAdvisor and Fixr – separately published figures, and the pages state no shared sourcing. Rows that differ are kept separate rather than compared directly.
Cost by cleaning method (per sq. ft.)
| Method | Cost per sq. ft. | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Steam cleaning | $1 – $4 | HomeAdvisor/Fixr (matching) |
| Dry cleaning | $2 – $5 | HomeAdvisor/Fixr (matching) |
| Hand washing | $5 – $8 | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
| Shampooing / handwashing | $3 – $8 | Fixr (2025) |
| Washing machine (off-site) | $3 – $8 | Fixr (2025) |
The steam and dry-cleaning rows match across the two publishers; the pages state no shared sourcing. The hand-washing rows are presented differently and kept separate rather than compared directly. Fixr also prices styles: area rugs at $2 to $8 per sq. ft. and Oriental, Persian, handmade, Indian, woven, and flat-weave styles at $3 to $8 per sq. ft.
Add-on treatments
| Treatment | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Stain removal | $20 – $50 per stain | Angi (2026) |
| Stain removal | $10 – $50 per stain | HomeAdvisor/Fixr (matching) |
| Pet odor and urine treatment | $30 – $80 per rug | Angi (2026) |
| Anti-odor treatment | $20 – $75 per rug | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
| Odor removal | $15 – $75 per rug | Fixr (2025) |
| Stain protection | $1 – $3 per sq. ft. | Angi (2026) |
| Stain protection | $2 – $3 per sq. ft. | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
| Stain protection sealing | $1 – $2 per sq. ft. | Fixr (2025) |
| Mothproofing | $20 – $50 per rug | Angi (2026) |
| Moth prevention | $1 – $2 per sq. ft. | HomeAdvisor/Fixr (matching) |
| Wool treatment | $1 – $2 per sq. ft. | HomeAdvisor/Fixr (matching) |
| Antimicrobial disinfectant | $2 – $3 per sq. ft. | HomeAdvisor/Fixr (matching) |
| Anti-allergen treatment | $1 – $2 per sq. ft. | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
| Deodorizing and sanitizing | $10 – $30 per rug | Angi (2026) |
| Color restoration or correction | $50 – $200 per rug | Angi (2026) |
| Fringe cleaning or repair | $20 – $100 | Angi (2026) |
| Expedited or same-day service | $50 – $150 extra | Angi (2026) |
Matching rows are separately published figures with no shared sourcing stated; rows that differ in price or unit are kept separate rather than compared directly.
Other costs, by source
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Pickup and delivery | $20 – $75 per trip | Angi (2026) |
| Pickup and delivery | $25 – $50 | HomeAdvisor/Fixr (matching) |
| Specialty labor | $25 – $75 per hour | Angi (2026) |
| Hourly labor (when not priced per sq. ft.) | $50 – $60 per hour | Fixr (2025) |
| Major-city premium | 10% – 20% above smaller-town pricing | Angi (2026) |
| High cost-of-living areas (e.g. New York City) | 25% – 40% more | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
| Rug repair | $2 – $8 per sq. ft.; $200 – $500 average total | HomeAdvisor/Fixr (matching) |
| Burn-hole specialist repair | $150 – $225 | Fixr (2025) |
| Mold or water-damage repair | $200 – $300 | Fixr (2025) |
| Carpet removal before cleaning | $1 – $1.50 per sq. ft. | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
| Carpet reinstallation after cleaning | $3.50 – $11 per sq. ft. | HomeAdvisor (2025 data) |
Fixr breaks its $370 average job into about $200 of labor and $170 of materials, including $30 of stain treatment and $100 of protective coating. Matching rows state no shared sourcing.
Chain pricing (Fixr, 2025)
Figures in this table are Fixr’s reported prices, not verified current quotes from the named companies, and they do not confirm current availability in your area.
| Company | Price per rug |
|---|---|
| Chem-Dry | $65 – $200 |
| Stanley Steemer | $100 – $250, with a $100 or $250 minimum fee |
| Dalworth | $150 – $400 (off-site only) |
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Sources
1. Angi — How Much Does Professional Rug Cleaning Cost? (2026)
2. HomeAdvisor — How Much Does Rug Cleaning Cost? (2025 data)
3. Fixr — Rug Cleaning Cost (2025)