Wool Rug Repair in Memphis, TN.
Specialist wool rug repair across the Mid-South — moth damage, pet damage, hand reweaving.
Repairing wool rugs continuously since 1881.
Same family, same standards, four generations of craft.
Listed by the Oriental Rug Buyers Guide as one of the country's top rug cleaners.
Accredited member of the Better Business Bureau, Memphis chapter.
The most common wool rug repair we perform on Memphis pieces is moth damage. Memphis's mild winters mean moth populations stay active longer than in colder climates, and wool rugs in storage or under furniture are particularly vulnerable. Pet damage on wool is the second most common: acidic pet urine attacks both wool fibers and dyes, often creating yellow or pink discoloration plus odor that persists in the foundation. Both repair categories require matched aged-color hand-dyed wool and traditional reweaving techniques.
Wool is the most common fiber in fine rugs — and also one of the most vulnerable. Wool is a natural protein fiber, which means it's a target for moths, susceptible to damage from acidic pet urine, and prone to dye loss when exposed to inappropriate cleaning chemistry. Most of the rug repair work that comes through our workshop involves wool, and most of it falls into a small set of common categories: moth damage, pet damage, foot-traffic wear, and standard structural concerns.
Free pick-up across West Tennessee, Northwest Mississippi, and East Arkansas. Repair timelines vary by the type and severity of work — we'll quote a specific timeline after inspection. We provide a written estimate before any work begins.
The damage we see most often.
Wool rugs develop characteristic damage patterns. These are the ones we repair most frequently.
Moth damage
The most common wool repair work. Moth larvae eat wool fibers, leaving holes or thinned areas. We require all eggs and larvae eliminated through cleaning before repair.
Pet urine damage
Acidic pet urine attacks both wool fibers and dyes, often creating yellow or pink discoloration plus odor. Repair includes color restoration, foundation work, and odor neutralization.
Lanolin loss
Wool cleaned with aggressive alkaline chemistry permanently loses its protective lanolin. Repair pairs with lanolin-preserving cleaning to restore wool durability.
Color matching aged wool
Wool that has aged decades has specific color characteristics fresh wool cannot match. We hand-dye matched wool to existing aged color, not original color.
Pile distortion & matting
High-traffic areas, improper cleaning, or heavy furniture compress wool pile permanently. Specialized brushing and steaming or reweaving as needed.
Foundation deterioration
Cotton or wool foundations weaken with age. Foundation repair must precede pile work — re-knotting onto damaged foundation isn't durable.
Free pick-up across Memphis and surrounding areas.
- Memphis
- Germantown
- Collierville
- Cordova
- Bartlett
- Millington
- Arlington
- Lakeland
- Eads
- Ellendale
- Brunswick
- Munford
- Atoka
- Drummonds
- Rossville
- Oakland
- Mason
- Brighton
- Southaven
- Olive Branch
- Horn Lake
- Hernando
- Walls
- Nesbit
- Lake Cormorant
- Coldwater
- Byhalia
- Holly Springs
- Red Banks
- West Memphis
- Marion
- Crawfordsville
- Earle
- Edmondson
- Heth
- Hughes
- Joiner
- Marked Tree
- Tyronza
- Turrell
Common questions about wool rug repair in Memphis.
Where in Memphis do you offer wool rug repair pick-up?
Free pick-up across Memphis, Germantown, Cordova, Collierville, Bartlett, Olive Branch, Southaven, and the wider Mid-South.
Can wool rug moth damage be repaired?
Yes, almost always — though the first step is making sure all moth larvae and eggs have been eliminated through thorough cleaning before repair. Once moth-free, damaged areas can be hand-rewoven with matched wool.
Should I have my Memphis wool rug mothproofed after repair?
Strongly recommended, especially for storage. Memphis humidity and mild winters create conditions where moths thrive year-round. We offer mothproofing service that protects wool rugs in storage; ask during the repair estimate.
What does pet urine do to a wool rug, and can it be repaired?
Pet urine is acidic and attacks both wool fibers and dyes — color bleeding, dye loss, fiber weakening, persistent odor. Repair involves color restoration, foundation work, and specialized cleaning. Caught early, the repair can be invisible.
Can you match aged wool colors?
Yes — color matching is routine. We hand-dye matching wool to the rug's existing aged color, not its original color, so repair work integrates with surrounding pile invisibly.
Available across five metros.
Free pick-up and delivery in every city we serve. Tap a city for local details and your nearest phone number.