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Avatar for Tuckers Carpet, LLC
Tuckers Carpet, LLC
4.4(
214
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Carpet - Install

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had the bathroom tile floor and bedroom carpet replaced with LVP. The floors look amazing. The installer was on time, left the work site clean every day and was meticulous about making sure the new flooring was installed perfectly. I highly recommend Tucker Carpets. Jason, the installer, did outstanding work."
Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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A&RCustomFlooring, LLC
5.0(
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Roberto was very professional. He told me exactly what I needed and the best place to go to purchase the carpet. I would highly recommend his services again"
Glue Down
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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National Rug Cleaners
4.9(
63
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great ptos, they cleaned 3 of my carpets. I had some 10 year old stains on the carpets and they disappeared. The guys had to rearrange they living room when they took the carpets and they did it gently and professionally. the same when they put the carpets back"
Handmade Repair
Oriental Rugs
Handmade Rug Weaving Repair
Handmade Fringes
Handmade Fringes

+6

Response time10 hrs
172 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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FLOOR CONCEPTS INC
5.0(
5
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bought a house but needed carpet on stairs. They were able to match my existing carpet and the installation was seamless. Highly recommend."
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Team Excellence Services
4.9(
39
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend Wilbert Owens at Team Excellence for all your carpet cleaning needs. Wilbert cleaned my carpets quickly and beautifully.....he was always looking things over to do the best job possible. Wilbert is a very kind, fair, conscientious and professional businessman and cleaner. I will definitely use him again!!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Floor Coverings International Middletown, DE
4.4(
9
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Carpet - Install

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Job was completed as expected in two days. Got the entire home installed with hardwood except for kitchen and bathroom areas. Dave (Estimate) was professional and patient during the process."
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Living room
Dining room
Foyer

+4

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rayon General Services
4.6(
16
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"​I hired Rayon Service to fix my roof shingles and install gutter guards. They did a great job, their pricing was very reasonable, and they were completely honest throughout the process. Highly recommend!"
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+2

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Keep It Klean
4.8(
6
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Keep It Klean We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality cleaning and janitorial services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Carpet cleaning
Oven cleaning
Shower cleaning
Shower cleaning
Stove top cleaning

+13

Response time9 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Carpet 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.

Installing carpet over carpet may affect the warranty of the new carpet. Check with the manufacturer or retailer regarding their warranty policies. Many warranties stipulate specific installation guidelines, and installing carpet over carpet may not comply with these requirements. Voiding the warranty due to improper installation methods can leave you without help in case of issues or defects with the new carpet.

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.

It is normal to glue carpet down, though it’s not the only or the most popular method of installing carpet. Modern techniques include tack strips and stretching the carpet, but you might still find glued carpet in older homes or a home with a DIY’d past. Removing a glued-down carpet will be harder compared to other methods of installation.

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.

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