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Avatar for Floor Coverings International
Floor Coverings International
4.9(
17
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I couldn’t be happier with my experience with Charles and the team at Floor Coverings International! From start to finish, they were absolutely amazing. Cheryl, their designer, made the entire process seamless—her expertise and keen eye for design helped me choose the perfect carpeting and vinyl plank flooring for my home. The installation team was not only incredibly skilled but also punctual, courteous, and super helpful throughout the entire process. They worked efficiently and paid attention to every detail, leaving no mess behind. Thanks to their outstanding work, my home looks completely transformed—almost like a brand-new house! If you’re looking for top-notch flooring, exceptional service, and a team that truly cares, I highly recommend Floor Coverings International. Thank you, Charles and team, for making this such a fantastic experience!"
Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair Project
Kent M's Project
Jamie's Pilate Studio
Duane Sand Boat Project
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+54

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for The Real Mccoy Carpet Cleaner
The Real Mccoy Carpet Cleaner
4.7(
575
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at HomeCarpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gary and his son did a fantastic job on my 25 year old cream colored carpet. It looks just beautiful now. They came back a second time because, even though it looked perfect when they finished the first time, some "browning" spots emerged when it dried. These they took care of during the second trip. They also removed a stain that was on it. Previously I had used two other carpet cleaners which had completely failed to get it clean. McCoy Carpet Cleaner's has saved me from the huge expense of replacing this very old carpet!"
03 Carpet Cleaning
1
02 The Best System For The Best Results
03 Carpet Cleaning
2

+7

Response time9 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for ChemFree Carpet Care LLC
ChemFree Carpet Care LLC
5.0(
12
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at HomeCarpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had my carpet cleaned today in my home and Mr. Nate was amazing. He was very professional, friendly, and made sure everything was done thoroughly. My carpet honestly look so much better and smell fresh again. I’m really happy with the service and would definitely recommend to anyone needing carpet cleaning.😊"
Carpet Cleaning
Capet Cleaning
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fausto Construction
5.0(
98
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a small job where carpeting needed to be installed in the hallway. I had the carpet and padding. Contacted Fausto Construction. Saul reached out to me within 24 hrs. Came by two days later, submitted quote and three days later the carpet was installed and looks amazing. Customer service was excellent both from Saul and his team. I will definitely reach out to Fausto Construction for future projects. Thank you Saul for making this project so easy for me."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Down To Earth Rug Care
Down To Earth Rug Care
3.9(
4
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"It was wonderful to have a pro take our carpets to his work area and bring them back looking beautiful and clean. He even helped us move our dining room table and chairs, put the rug down, and put the furniture back!! He's fun to chat with too!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

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.

There could be several reasons why your carpet padding has adhered to the floor. Some of the most common reasons include:

  • There was intentional gluing or stapling to the surface.

  • The polyurethane and floor bonded over years of wear.

  • Pet urine, spills, or other substances leaked through the carpet and created a sticky surface.

If the carpeting in the home has not been changed in a long time, clearing off the padding underneath could be difficult. Pet urine can wreak havoc on carpeting and the flooring underneath. If you plan to reinstall carpeting, remember to use proper cleaning techniques for removing pet urine odors to prevent future problems.

Installing carpet padding is mostly a matter of measuring the room and cutting the carpet pad to size with a utility knife. You can save some money on carpet installation costs by doing it yourself. Before installing the carpet padding, you should install the tack strips around the room’s perimeter and prepare the subfloor by cleaning and making any necessary repairs. Then, unroll the carpet pad and cut sections as needed. Staple the carpet pad to the subfloor along the edges, leaving the tack strips exposed.

If you’re using a carpet runner instead of a traditional carpet, pay attention to your width measurements. Instead of measuring the total width of your staircase with 2 added inches for foldover, simply measure the width you’d like the runner to cover. Runners generally come in standard sizes, so you may need to approximate what would look best in your space.

Yes, carpeted stairs are generally considered safer than stairs with hard surfaces like wood, vinyl, or tile. Carpet provides more traction and friction, which helps reduce the chances of slips and falls. Additionally, if a fall does occur, carpet offers more cushioning, which can lessen the severity of an injury. While hard surfaces can look great, they are often more slippery. However, it's worth noting that some carpets, especially if they are new, dirty, or have a slick texture, can also pose a slipping hazard. To improve safety on any type of stair surface, you can add traction treads to increase grip.

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