ARCS members are experienced professionals committed to the highest levels of customer service, technical knowledge and business management in the rug cleaning industry.

Membership in ARCS is open to any firm which cleans, repairs, services, or otherwise maintins area rugs, as long as 95 percent of the work is done at the member's cleaning facilities and not subcontracted.

ARCS membership drives consumer confidence. Consumers have a choice when choosing a firm to clean their area rugs. ARCS membership is key to building marketplace credibility and long-standing customer relationships. Consumers can be confident ARCS members are synonymous with professional excellence, customer service, and upholding the highest industry standards.

"An association specifically dedicated to this segment of the flooring industry has been needed for some time," said long-time rug care expert Ken Adams.

ARCS educational program is designed specifically to create a competitive advantage for members by improving their knowledge and understanding of the care of hand-made and machine-made rugs and keeping them abreast of the latest technology.

Courses are taught by industry experts at the highest levels in the field, who not only teach rug cleaning, but make their living cleaning rugs. ARCS courses are complemented by plant tours, where members can experience the wide variety of cleaning techniques.

ARCS networking opportunities are among the most valuable aspects of association membership. ARCS provides members the opportunity to improve their skills by tapping into the collective wisdom of the most knowledgeable experts in the rug cleaning industry. Networking opportunities occur at association meetings and classes, as well as through phone and email communication among members.

The ARCS Newsletter will be another way to share information among ARCS members. The newsletter is currently in the planning stage.

Associate memberships are available to:

• Appraisers
• Dealers
• Consultants
• Others with a vested interest in rug care
 

 

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