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Custom Carpet Cleaning
5.0(
122
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Columbia, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Saunders arrived right on time and was courteous and professional. He performed with diligence. I am happy with his work. All carpets he cleaned now look brand new. I highly recommend Custom Carpet Cleaning."
Instiutue of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration
Call (959) 217-9897
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
82 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Empire Today - Hartford
3.9(
174
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Carpet - Install

Serving Columbia, CT and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did not come for the scheduled appointment for the carpet install. When I called to notify them no work was done they offered me a$100 credit since we took off work to be home for the appointment and needed to re schedule with them."
Carpet
Engineered Hardwood
Laminate
Luxury Vinyl
Solid Hardwood

+6

281 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Overstate Roofing Services Inc.
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For Business

Serving Columbia, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a new wall installed to create a more more private dining area in my store. Angi gave me a few options and Overstate stood out. They were knowledgable and thorough in their inspection and gave me a great estimate. Their team was professional and worked with my crazy schedule to get the job done. my customer love the new space and it elevate my business significanly. they were a great hire!"
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
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Recommended by1%of homeowners
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

In most cases, you do not need to put padding or underlayment under carpet tiles. Unlike traditional carpet, which requires a separate pad, carpet tiles are designed to be installed directly onto a firm subfloor like plywood, concrete, or tile. Many carpet tiles come with a built-in underlay and attach with peel-and-stick adhesive, double-sided carpet tape, or glue. For a more comfortable, cushioned feel, especially in residential settings, you can opt for padded carpet tiles that have a thicker underlay attached. While it's generally not recommended to install a separate pad, a compact underlayment might be used in some situations, though this typically requires professional installation. An acoustic underlay may also be considered in commercial spaces or multi-level homes where noise reduction is a priority.

A stair runner can be cheaper than a carpet and will definitely save money over the cost of refinishing hardwood floors and stairs. The price depends, however, on the fabric and quality of the runner. A wool stair runner can be more expensive than an inexpensive polyester carpet and vice versa. Keep an eye on your budget, knowing that the higher quality the carpet and the carpet pad, the better the carpet will wear over time.

Carpet installation costs include carpet type (material, weave), room size, subfloor preparation, and labor costs. Getting multiple quotes provides a clearer picture of expected expenses.

Carpet installation typically starts with removing the old flooring, preparing the subfloor, laying underpadding for cushioning, and securing the new carpet with tack strips, making precise cuts to fit room dimensions.

No, thick carpet padding isn’t necessarily better than thinner padding. The appropriate padding thickness will depend on the type of carpet and the amount of foot traffic in the area. 

For example, thick padding works well in low-traffic areas, like bedrooms, where you have soft and plush carpeting. However, thick carpet padding can damage low-pile carpet, which is used in the busiest parts of your home (like hallways and entryways). For that reason, it’s best to use thinner, heavier padding underneath carpet in high-traffic areas.

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