New England Rug Cleaning Experts
Rug Cleaning Plant in Gardner, MA
For Over 106 Years!
Experience the Difference of Professional Rug Cleaning in Our Specialized Rug Plant
Your area rugs do more than complete a room, they add warmth, character, and often hold sentimental or financial value. To keep them looking their best and lasting for generations, oriental, Persian, and area rugs should be professionally cleaned every 1-3 years depending on traffic and use. As soil becomes embedded in delicate fibers, it can contribute to premature wear, allergens, and even insect activity.
Horrigan Cleaners, Inc. operates one of the most well-equipped rug cleaning plants in New England, providing specialized cleaning for wool, cotton, silk, and synthetic rugs. We proudly serve homeowners throughout Gardner , Leominster , Fitchburg , Lunenburg , Princeton , Sterling , Templeton , Hubbardston , Athol , Holden , Littleton , Weston , and surrounding Massachusetts communities.
Trust your rug to a team that has been caring for fine textiles for over 106 years.
Proven Steps to Ensure Quality
Our Steps to Ensure Quality
Our 6-Step Rug Cleaning Process:
Horrigan Cleaners, Inc. possesses the most well-equipped, state-of-the-art rug cleaning plant in New England. Your rugs are thoroughly and professionally cleaned using our proven six-step process.
Here’s What the Process Looks Like:
- Inspecting
Prior to cleaning, our trained technicians carefully inspect your rugs for staining, evidence of insect damage, and wear. - Dusting
Hundreds of soft leather belts gently slap the back of the rug, loosening impacted soil. Seventy-nine percent of the dirt in a rug is dry particle soil and can be removed with this process. - Washing
While this is a centuries-old process, we add a twist of modern-day technology. Our knowledge, cold water, and very specific detergents wash away impurities. - Rinsing
After a good scrubbing, we thoroughly rinse to remove dirt and detergents. - Wringing
Following the rinse, rugs are fed through a wringer. The wringer rinses your rug a second time to remove any remaining detergents before excess water is removed. - Drying
Our specially designed drying room quickly and effectively dries rugs by controlling heat and humidity. Proper drying is critical to preventing color migration and shrinkage.
Inspecting
Dusting
Washing
Rinsing
Wringing
Drying
Choose the Rug Cleaning Service Level That Fits Your Needs
Two area rug cleaning service levels are available, including our Popular/Gold Service and Premium/Platinum Service,
which offers additional protection and specialty treatments.
POPULAR
Gold Level
Every rug is treated special with our Popular/Gold Level service:
- Pre-Wash Inspection
- Thorough Rug Dusting
- Pre-Conditioning
- Professional Spot Cleaning
- Pre-Soaking
- Rug Scrubbing & Rinsing
- Cold Water Rinse & Wringing
- Humidity Controlled Drying
- Pile Lifting & Grooming
- Teflon® Carpet Protector
PREMIUM
Platinum Level
Take it a step further with our Premium/Platinum service, which includes all Popular/Gold Level services, plus:
- Chemical-Free Detergent
- Benefect® Botanical Disinfectant
- Moth Repellent
- Microban® Sanitizing Detergent
Preserve Rug Beauty
Expert Rug Repair and Restoration Helps Protect Your Investment
Repair and restoration of rugs is an art form. Proper care requires a thorough knowledge of rug construction and a respect for the craft itself. Whether your rug is hand woven, machine woven, a treasured family heirloom, or a valuable antique, our experienced craftsmen can help guide you through the restoration process. We offer a wide range of repair services, including fringe repair, binding, patching, reweaving, overcasting, chain stitching, decorative weft patterns, and complete antique restoration work.
We believe quality repairs should honor the original craftsmanship of the rug, never compromise it.
Discover Why Homeowners Across Gardner
Trust Horrigan Cleaners
Why Choose Horrigan?
For more than 106 years, homeowners have trusted Horrigan Cleaners to care for their most valuable rugs. As a third-generation family-owned business, we combine old-world craftsmanship with specialized equipment rarely found elsewhere.
Our dedicated rug washing facility includes advanced dusting systems, rug washing equipment, a professional wringer, and a humidity-controlled drying room designed to protect delicate fibers.
Customers routinely tell us they're amazed at how vibrant, clean, and refreshed their rugs look after service. That's why people travel from across Massachusetts and beyond to have their rugs cleaned by our team.
Convenient Rug Drop-Off and Pickup Options Available
Rug Plant Hours
Whether you're dropping off a rug at our Gardner rug cleaning plant or scheduling pickup and delivery service, we're here to make the process easy.
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Open Some Saturdays: 9:00 AM - Noon
- July 11 & 25
- August 8 & 22
- September 12 & 26
- October 10 & 24
- November 7 & 21
- December 5 & 19
Pickup and delivery services are available throughout Central Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire.
Get a quote today
Give Your Rugs the Expert Care They Deserve.
From routine maintenance to delicate oriental and Persian rug care,
our experienced team is here to help.
Call 978-632-4200 or contact us today for your free estimate.
Have Questions? We've got answers.
Q: How often should I have my area rug professionally cleaned?
A: Most oriental, Persian, and area rugs should be professionally cleaned every 1-3 years depending on foot traffic, pets, children, and overall use.
Q: Why does my rug still look dirty after regular vacuuming?
A: Vacuuming removes surface debris, but most dirt settles deep within the rug's foundation. Professional dusting and washing remove embedded soil that household vacuums can't reach.
Q: Can you clean wool, silk, and oriental rugs?
Yes. Our rug cleaning plant is designed to safely clean wool, silk, cotton, oriental, Persian, and specialty area rugs using fiber-appropriate cleaning methods.
Q: What causes colors to bleed or rugs to shrink during cleaning?
A: Improper washing and drying procedures can cause color migration and shrinkage. Our controlled cleaning and humidity-regulated drying process helps prevent these issues.
Q: Do you offer pickup and delivery for area rugs?
A: Yes. We offer rug pickup and delivery services throughout Central Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire for added convenience.
Q: Do I really need a rug pad under my area rug?
A: Yes. A quality rug pad does much more than keep a rug in place. The right pad helps prevent slipping, buckling, and curling while reducing premature wear caused by friction between the rug and the floor. Rug pads also provide additional cushioning, support heavy furniture, improve vacuuming performance, and can be selected for specific applications such as radiant heat flooring, pet-friendly homes, or hard surface floors.
