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Avatar for Tuckers Carpet, LLC
Tuckers Carpet, LLC
4.4(
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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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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A&RCustomFlooring, LLC
5.0(
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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(
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Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"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
169 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Team Excellence Services
4.9(
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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%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Floor Coverings International Middletown, DE
4.4(
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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%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rayon General Services
4.6(
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Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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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(
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Serving Hockessin, DE and surrounding areas

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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

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.

It is not recommended to install or stretch a carpet without a power stretcher. Skipping essential tools like a power stretcher and a knee kicker will likely result in an improper installation, leaving you with wrinkles, creases, and an unappealing final look. While a knee kicker can provide some limited stretching for thinner carpets, it is not a proper substitute. Attempting to stretch a carpet by hand or with homemade tools can also shorten its lifespan. For the best results, you should buy or rent a stretcher. If you do not want to use a stretcher, it is better to hire a professional for the installation.

You can expect your carpet protection to last about six months to two years. It will last longer in low-traffic areas (compared to busy areas, where your carpet experiences more wear and tear). Once the protector wears off, you’ll need to call your carpet contractor to reapply the stain protection treatment and revive your carpet

The type of flooring you choose for your bedroom comes down to personal preference. Many people prefer carpet over hard-surface flooring types (such as hardwood, tile, or stone) in their bedrooms because it’s warmer and cozier. Carpeting also helps muffle sound, which may benefit those who have trouble sleeping.

On the other hand, some folks prefer the look of hardwood over carpet. People with allergies might also opt for non-carpeted flooring since carpet fibers can attract dust, dander, and other allergens.

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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