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Avatar for Vivid Colors Carpet Cleaning
Vivid Colors Carpet Cleaning
4.8(
178
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Smyrna, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Carpets look like new. Repair job well done."
Carpet cleaning projects
Carpets Cleaning
Hardwood floors
Carpet cleaning
Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A&RCustomFlooring, LLC
5.0(
9
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchCarpet - Install

Serving Smyrna, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FLOOR CONCEPTS INC
5.0(
5
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Smyrna, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everyone was very nice and helpful getting is a great price for the space we needed the area rug for"
Additional Photos
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MPGOLD Cleaning
5.0(
15
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean OffsiteCarpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Smyrna, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn’t be happier with the cleaning service! She did an exceptional job from start to finish. My home looks and smells amazing, and every room was cleaned with so much attention to detail. It’s clear that she takes pride in her work, and it definitely shows. Professional, thorough, reliable, and worth every penny. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for top-quality cleaning services. I’ll definitely be booking again! And the carpet cleaning exceptional!!"
Carpet Cleaning Project
Finished project
Housecleaning Project
Housecleaning Project
Stairs after

+69

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Team Excellence Services
4.9(
40
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Smyrna, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr Owens was was very professional did a great job on my carpet showed up on time and he worked in the spirit of excellence. I will highly recommend him."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Empire Today - Dover
3.8(
64
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Carpet - Install

Serving Smyrna, DE and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very quick and flexible scheduling times, process from start to finish (estimate to installation) was completed in less than a week, and they had all the carpet available immediately."
Carpet
Engineered Hardwood
Laminate
Luxury Vinyl
Solid Hardwood

+6

38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Floor Coverings International Middletown, DE
4.4(
9
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Carpet - Install

Serving Smyrna, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
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M.B. Fresh Start
4.6(
7
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Smyrna, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

M.B. Fresh Start, We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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J&L general construction
5.0(
3
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Smyrna, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I hired J&L General Construction to install laminate flooring in my living room. Job well done and they were always on time and kept the jobs site clean. Would definitely recommend."
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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.

Yes, you can negotiate the purchase price of new carpet. You may also be able to negotiate installation costs or other fees in addition to the per-foot pricing of the carpet itself. You may have better luck negotiating with an independent retailer (as opposed to a big-box store), as they may have more discretion in pricing, but it’s always worth asking.

There could be several reasons why your carpet padding has adhered to the floor. Some of the most common reasons include:

  • There was intentional gluing or stapling to the surface.

  • The polyurethane and floor bonded over years of wear.

  • Pet urine, spills, or other substances leaked through the carpet and created a sticky surface.

If the carpeting in the home has not been changed in a long time, clearing off the padding underneath could be difficult. Pet urine can wreak havoc on carpeting and the flooring underneath. If you plan to reinstall carpeting, remember to use proper cleaning techniques for removing pet urine odors to prevent future problems.

Carpet tiles are less expensive than traditional carpet. The average cost of carpet installation is $1,800, or $3 to $11 per square foot. In comparison, carpet tiles cost $2.50 to $11 apiece and can often be bought in bulk cartons. Since you can more easily DIY carpet tiles, you may be able to save on installation costs, too.

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

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