Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Rug Cleaning & Sales Since 1936
Esber Rugs has been a trusted name in the rug industry since 1936, founded by Webb Elais Esber. Our expertise spans rug sales, cleaning, repair, and appraisal services, rooted in decades of hands-on experience. We combine traditional methods with modern techniques to ensure quality care for all types of rugs. Our team, including third-generation owner Chet Esber and Sales Manager Zach Blazer, prioritizes personalized service and customer education. We operate a state-of-the-art cleaning facility on-site and offer transparent pricing for all services. With a legacy of integrity and craftsmanship, we serve both residential and commercial clients in State College and surrounding areas.Our commitment to quality extends to sourcing imported rugs and providing tailored solutions for unique spaces. We maintain a showroom featuring area rugs, outdoor furniture, and home decor items. Our family-owned business values long-term relationships and community trust, reflected in our repeat clientele and testimonials. From initial consultation to final delivery, we emphasize attention to detail and customer satisfaction.
Services
Rug Cleaning
Silk Rug Cleaning
Rug Repair
Rug Appraisals
Rug Padding
Oriental Rugs
Area Rugs
Pet Stain Removal
Odor Treatment
Moth Proofing
Details
- Year established: 1936
Highlights and features
- We offer over 85 years of rug industry expertise since 1936
- Our team includes third-generation rug specialists with formal education in finance and instructional systems
- We maintain an on-site rug cleaning facility using traditional wet immersion methods
- We provide transparent pricing with detailed cost breakdowns for all services
- We combine heritage knowledge with modern repair and appraisal techniques
What people say
Perfect rug selection
Great service
Wonderful service
Quality products
Creative solutions
Services
Rug Cleaning
Our traditional wet immersion cleaning process thoroughly cleans wool rugs using specialized shampoo and climate-controlled drying. We inspect for damage, remove embedded dirt, and treat stains while preserving rug integrity. This method, perfected over 85 years, ensures deep cleaning without compromising fiber quality.
Silk Rug Cleaning
Specialized dry-cleaning process for silk rugs maintains fiber delicacy while removing dirt and stains. Our labor-intensive technique uses non-water solutions to prevent damage, ensuring preservation of intricate patterns and fabric integrity through careful handling.
Rug Repair
We offer comprehensive repair services including fringe restoration, hole patching, and structural reinforcement. For complex reweaving, we partner with New York specialists while providing local damage assessment and cost-benefit analysis for informed repair decisions.
Rug Appraisals
Professional appraisal services determine rug value for insurance, estate, or sale purposes. Our experts evaluate origin, materials, and condition to provide accurate valuations starting at $140, with transparent pricing based on complexity and travel requirements.
Odor Treatment
Enzyme-based odor neutralization targets pet, smoke, or mold smells through multiple soaking cycles. This treatment breaks down odor-causing organic compounds at the molecular level while maintaining wool fiber integrity through our proven 85-year-old cleaning methodology.
People
Chet Esber
Owner
Third-generation rug expert with formal education in finance and instructional systems. Served as his grandfather's assistant since 1999, continuing the family tradition of quality rug care and customer service.
Zach Blazer
Sales Manager
Over 10 years of experience helping customers select perfect rugs through personalized consultations. Specializes in matching rug patterns and colors to existing decor while providing expert maintenance advice.
Questions
How long does rug cleaning take?
Wool rug cleaning typically takes 10 days using our traditional wet immersion process. Silk rug cleaning requires specialized handling and may take additional time.
Do you offer pickup and delivery?
Yes, we provide pickup and delivery within 10 minutes of State College starting at $75. Charges vary for locations further away.
What rug services do you offer?
We provide cleaning, repair, appraisal, moth proofing, color setting, and odor treatment services for wool, silk, and oriental rugs.
Are you a family-owned business?
Yes, we've been family-owned since 1936, now in our third generation with Chet Esber continuing his grandfather's legacy.
Can you handle large rug projects?
Yes, we handle both residential and commercial projects with individualized assessments for large or complex rug requirements.
Do you have after-hours appointments?
Yes, we encourage after-hour appointments for customer convenience outside our regular showroom hours.
