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Lawrence T. Ray Enterprises
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For Business

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Lawrence T Ray Enterprises is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 30years of experience serving Auburn, AL and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

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MyFlooring.com
4.8(
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Carpet - Install

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was an exceptional experience to work with this company. They provided carpet samples that were superior to others I looked at. The installation was seamless. I love my carpet and am very happy I did business with them. Im about to carpet another area and Im calling them for my quote."
Living Room Gray Carpet Flooring Installation
Living Room New Carpet Installation
Bedroom New Gray Carpet Installation
Living Room Carpet Installation (Before Photo)
Bedroom Carpet Installation (Before Photo)

+5

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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MyFlooring.com
4.8(
88
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Carpet - Install

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was a little skeptical at first about ordering my carpeting on line. The process was pretty painless. It was easy and the customer service was great. I am very happy with the final product. I love my bedroom again, the carpet is so soft!"
Carpet Install
Carpet Install
Carpet Install
Stain Resistant
Bedroom Carpet

+14

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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University Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, LLC
5.0(
5
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

University specializes in carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, carpet stain removal, carpet odor removal, pet stain removal, pet odor removal, RV upholstery cleaning, carpet sanitation, upholstery sanitation, ozone treatment, ozone odor removal, commercial carpet cleaning, residential carpet cleaning

Rental property
New Homeowner
Bedroom
Entertainment Room
Finished

+2

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Affordable Carpet Cleaning
5.0(
7
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

"The owner was extremely nice and explained exactly what the process was. The finished product of the carpets being clean and deodorized was great. We will definitely use again."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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oxymagic Carpet Cleaning Of Phenix City
5.0(
5
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean OffsiteCarpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company went out of their way to help me move the rest of my stuff to move and did a beautiful job cleaning my carpet! Professional. Friendly, and willing to out of their way to help!! Love this company and would hire again and recommend!!!!!"
Wool rugs with pets hair and stains
Before and after photos
After
Wool rugs with pets hair and stains
Before

+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Affordable Carpet Cleaning
4.0(
8
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean OffsiteCarpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Lafayette, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George was GREAT!! We had to reschedule once and he accomodated us with no problem. On the day of the service, we were running late. George went ahead a cleaned the whole house and even met my husband at another location to pick up his payment. We really appreciated everything he went through for us. His customer service was OUTSTANDING!!! Thanks George!! Legreta & George"
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

The life span of carpet in a home with children and animals depends on factors like the carpet material’s quality, how frequently you clean and maintain it, and the level of foot traffic. On average, carpets need to be replaced every five to 15 years. Signs of wear, matting, or persistent odors may indicate that it's time to contact a local flooring company to replace your carpet.

Many DIYers and pros start installing flooring in the middle of a room to ensure a balanced, symmetrical layout, especially when using tiles or planks. This process is particularly helpful in odd-shaped rooms because it allows you to create a centerline from which to work. Beginning in the center will enable you to work toward the edges so the final layout feels intentional and centered, even if the walls aren’t perfectly square.

While it is possible to install carpet yourself, it is a challenging DIY project that requires precise measurement, proper cutting skills, and knowledge of correct installation techniques. The process involves multiple steps, including removing old flooring, installing underlayment and tack strips, and stretching the carpet to prevent wrinkles, which can take several days to complete.

Before starting, consider these factors:

  • Warranty: Many manufacturers' warranties are voided if the carpet is not installed by a professional.

  • Tools: You will need to buy or rent specialized equipment like a knee kicker, carpet stretcher, and seam roller.

  • Complexity: DIY installation is most suitable for simple, straightforward rooms. Projects involving stairs or floor vents are significantly more difficult.

  • Cost: While you can save on labor, the cost of tools plus the risk of expensive mistakes—which may require re-installation—can make hiring a professional more cost-effective in the long run.

Given the potential for errors, voided warranties, and the need for special tools, hiring a local carpet installer is often recommended to ensure the job is done correctly and safely.

Costs depend on carpet quality, labor, underlayment, and furniture moving requirements.

Installation typically takes 1-2 days, depending on the area size and preparation needed.

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