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Lakefront Legacy Floors, LLC
5.0(
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Carpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - InstallLaminate Wood or Stone Flooring - Install+5 more

Serving Vernon, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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"Amazing!! We hired Jarius and his team refinish our floors and bring them back to life! He worked within our budget and was in the house in no time, which was great because we were on a time crunch! I cannot say enough good things about lakefront legacy floors! Our floors look brand new!"
LVP FLOORING/ STAIRS REFACE
LVP FLOORING/ STAIRS REFACE
LVP FLOORING/ STAIRS REFACE
CARPET REPLACEMENT IN BEDROOM
CARPET TO NEW HARDWOOD FLOORING

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Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
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Floor Coverings International Central CT
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Carpet - InstallLuxury Vinyl Flooring - Install - Materials Not Provided by ConsumerVinyl or Linoleum Sheet Flooring or Tiles - Install+4 more

Serving Vernon, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"Don Diel of International Floor coverings provided exceptional service to choosing and installing new luxury vinyl flooring. The floor looks fantastic and the installer was able to match the pattern and direction throughout the rooms of the install even into the closets. Don was responsive to communicating and concerns."
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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

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.

You can use underfloor heating with most kinds of flooring. However, particularly thick carpet will create problems, since it will absorb a lot of the heat and make it difficult to feel. Also, there are some concerns that underfloor heating can dry out natural wood over time, so if you have wood flooring, get an expert opinion on whether radiant heating is appropriate.

No, when done correctly, removing the tile shouldn’t damage the subfloor. However, if there was pre-existing damage to the subfloor from standard use or lack of maintenance, the subfloor may need repairs. For example, if the contractors notice mold growth on the subfloor or an uneven surface, you may need more extensive services before installing new tile.

If you DIY tile removal, remove the tiles one step at a time, individually removing the tile, grout, and mortar to prevent unnecessarily damaging the subfloor. Depending on the age of your home, consider having a professional inspect the subfloor to ensure it’s in good enough condition to lay new tile.

Vinyl plank flooring is widely considered to be the best flooring for mobile homes. It’s designed to look like other materials, such as hardwood or stone, for a lower cost. It’s durable, waterproof, and easy to install. Engineered hardwood and laminate flooring are also good options.

As with timing, the cost to remove tile flooring varies depending on a number of factors, including size and type, adhesive type, condition of the tile and adhesive, and the method used to remove it. If you’re doing it yourself, you can expect the job to cost only the price of any tools, materials, or equipment that you don’t already have. If you’re hiring a professional, expect to pay between $2 and $7 per square foot for labor costs, along with added fees for materials.

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