I am very disappointed with my experience at Bedford Rugs, 159 Great Road in Acton, MA. On August 6, 2026, I brought my 6' x 3' Oriental rug to Bedford Rugs for cleaning and repair of the rug's edge. Bedford Rugs gave me a written estimate of $395 and told me the work would take approximately three weeks. A few days ago, Bedford Rugs contacted me to say that my rug was ready for pickup and sent me a photograph of it. When I went to pick it up on August 26, Bedford Rugs told me that they had made a mistake measuring the rug and that the cost was actually $535 rather than the $395 estimate he had given me in writing. A 35% increase. I was surprised and upset that I was not told about this additional $140 charge until the work had already been completed. If there was a problem with the original estimate, I believe I should have been contacted before the work was completed and given the opportunity to approve the additional cost. Bedford Rugs also told me that they had shown my rug to another rug dealer and that the rug was wanted for purchase. I found this comment very troubling, especially in the context of the unexpected increase in the price of the work. This is a rug that I have owned and carefully preserved for many years. I did pay the $535 by credit card because I wanted to get my rug back, but I did not feel that I had been given a fair opportunity to agree to the higher price before the work was completed. I have rarely written a negative review about a business, but I feel other customers should know about my experience. I was very disappointed with the way this situation was handled and did not feel that it was professional or fair. I would strongly recommend getting any estimate from Bedford Rugs confirmed in writing and making sure that you are notified and agree to any additional charges before the work is done. Or better yet, find another Rug store read more