RUG VALUATION AND APPRAISAL SERVICES IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY

Rug valuation is the process of determining the financial and historic value of a rug. Apart from providing rug cleaning and repair services, we are happy to say that at Home Décor Fine Rugs, we provide authentic, and accurate rug appraisal services for customers across the San Diego area. 

Oriental and heirloom rugs are passed down through generations, changing hands and homes, and often the story of the origins of the rug are lost with the original owner. Handmade rugs can also be acquired through second-hand stores and thrift markets and local bazaars.

Depending on the condition and quality of craftsmanship, rugs often increase in value over time, and the older they are, the more valuable they may be. An appraisal by a professional will reveal the true value of your beloved rugs.

Home Decor Fine Rugs appraisers will apply their vast knowledge and experience with the rug industry to give you a rug appraisal that will be trusted by your insurance company. Our appraisers have worked for decades in the rug industry and know both the US and International rug market. 

IS A RUG APPRAISAL WORTH IT?

You might be wondering if getting a professional appraisal for your rug is necessary. To be clear, rug appraisals are reserved for hand-knotted rugs, because if the rug is a machine-knotted rug, or made from synthetic materials, it may not increase in value over time.

However, if you own a hand-knotted wool or silk rug and you do not have any documentation regarding its value, getting a professional appraisal will be beneficial for taxation and insurance purposes, to claim damages in case of any accidents or calamities.

With hand-knotted rugs going for thousands of dollars in the market, it is better to get an appraisal for any rugs you own.

SIGNS YOU SHOULD GET YOUR RUG APPRAISED

As mentioned earlier, not all rugs need to be appraised. However, there are some signs that you should get your rug appraised by a professional.

1.    KNOTTING

Hand-knotted rugs and carpets can feature up to one thousand knots per square inch. The fringes on the carpet are often indicative of the amount of KPSI and the higher the count, the higher the value of the carpet.

2.    COLOR

Oriental, Persian, and Turkish carpets have their own variations of color, and often feature natural dyes that stay fresh for generations.

3.    AGE

One of the most important elements that determine the value of a rug is its age. In fact, many rugs increase in value with higher traffic, so a beloved floor rug from a grandparent’s home may be more expensive than you think.

OUR APPRAISAL SERVICES INCLUDE

1.    INSPECTION

The first step of the appraisal process is the inspection of the carpet and its condition, to ensure its authenticity.

2.    APPRAISAL PROCESS

Once the preliminary inspection is done, our expert professionals determine the origins and current market value of the rugs, based on its knotting, color, and age.

3.    REPORTING AND APPRAISAL LETTER

An appraisal letter and report is issued by Home Décor Fine Rugs, that can be used for insurance purposes as well as proof of authenticity of the rug.

If you are looking for an authentic rug appraiser in San Diego, contact us today at (858) 397-2626, to get a free consultation with our expert appraiser.