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Floor Coverings International
4.9(
17
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Serving Lakeside, 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
before

+54

Response time3 days
Response rate94%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Real Mccoy Carpet Cleaner
4.7(
573
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gary from The Real McCoy Carpet Cleaning did a fabulous job cleaning my 30 year old cream colored carpet. A previous carpet cleaner couldn't get it clean and said that I would have to get a new carpet. But Gary did a superb job and it looks great!"
03 Carpet Cleaning
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02 The Best System For The Best Results
03 Carpet Cleaning
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+7

Response time9 hrs
119 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Carpeteria Carpet One Floor & Home
5.0(
11
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I visited the Morena location. Gary was very helpful and professional. He helped me to select my new carpet and tile. He explained the Carpet One installation system. I was very happy with the whole process. I highly reccomend Carpeteria Carpet One."
Bedroom
Dining/Kitchen
Staircase
Dining/Living Room
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Shamrock Carpet Cleaners
5.0(
7
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had Shamrock Carpet Cleaners come out to clean my rugs and upholstery, and Carmen did a fantastic job. Everything looks and feels so fresh, like new. He was really professional, took his time, and made sure everything was done right. Iâ m super happy with the results and would definitely recommend Carmenâ s services."
Response time2 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Empire Today - San Diego
3.7(
172
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The salesman Luke was very professional. The contractors that were used to install the flooring tried to short cut the installation process towards the end but was caught. If I use Empire Carpet in the future I will be specific in telling the salesman what my expectations are of the installation contractors."
Carpet
Engineered Hardwood
Laminate
Luxury Vinyl
Solid Hardwood

+6

77 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Fausto Construction
5.0(
98
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Serving Lakeside, 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
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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SC Floors
5.0(
5
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Established in 1998, SC Floors is a locally owned flooring company proudly serving a wide range of residential homes, commercial spaces including gyms and fitness centers, hotels, and more. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship, reliable service, and outstanding customer satisfaction has made us a trusted name in flooring for over two decades.\nWhether you're updating a single room or outfitting an entire facility, SC Floors has the products, the expertise, and the team to get it done right.\nLicensed, experienced, and built on a reputation earned one floor at a time — that's SC Floors.

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mexi Maids LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Lakeside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to Mexi Maids Cleaning! We take pride in the quality of our work and the satisfaction we bring to each and every customer! We are known for or detail obsession, while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!\n

Deep Oven Cleaning
Deep Oven Cleaning
Oven deep cleaning
Residential house keeping
Residential house keeping

+3

Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

Most projects take 1-3 days, depending on space size and complexity.

Yes, there are plenty of ways to lay stair carpet without grippers, such as carpet adhesive, magnetic flooring, or staples. Adhesive may be your best bet if you don’t want grippers, as it will most likely stick the best and cause the least amount of damage. However, if you’re looking for an easy fix, grippers are one of the best solutions you can purchase.

When it comes to flooring installers, licensing laws vary from state to state. Even if your state doesn’t require your flooring installer to have a license, your municipality or city might, so it’s a good idea to check with your town before getting started. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines. 

Hiring an unlicensed flooring installer could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. 

As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:

  • The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check

  • Required to have applicable state and local licenses

  • Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review

  • Paying to advertise their services

  • Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi

Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.

If you want your carpet to last as long as possible, then yes, you need to install carpet padding. Carpet padding creates a layer of protection between the back of your carpet and the floor beneath it, which decreases friction and reduces wear and tear. Aside from that, carpet padding also helps absorb noise and makes your carpet feel more comfortable underfoot.

Some flooring companies recycle old carpet after replacing it. The broader flooring industry has been moving toward recycling more carpet material. However, whether an individual carpet gets recycled is up to the flooring company that removes it. When gathering quotes for new flooring in your area, ask each company about removal options and what they do with the material.

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