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Five Star Flooring USA, Inc.
4.5(
225
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Carpet - Install

Serving Alford, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"The gentleman that scheduled salesman appointment with samples and measured was wonderful. The salesman that visited my home was very knowledgeable and so helpful. The installation was scheduled quickly. The team that installed the vinyl planks and carpet were outstanding. Highly recommend this company!"
Living Room
Bed Room
Vinyl PLank
Our Work - Vinyl Plank
Ceramic shower

+17

Response time1 day
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Zoe Morgan
New to Angi
Carpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Alford, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hi, I’m Zoe! If you have a growing to-do list around the house, a yard that needs some love, or general maintenance tasks you just haven’t found the time for, I’m here to help.\nI’ve been a "jack of all trades" since my teenage years, taking on a wide variety of odd jobs and building a robust, hands-on skill set over the years. Because I’ve spent a lifetime learning how things work—and how to fix them when they don't—I offer a level of versatility that saves you the hassle of hiring multiple different contractors.\nWhether you need routine preventative maintenance to protect your investment, a quick repair, detailed cleaning, or seasonal lawn care, I approach every project with problem-solving grit and sharp attention to detail. No job is too small, and I pride myself on being reliable, efficient, and transparent from start to finish.

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Two Sisters and a Mop
4.6(
25
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Alford, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication,\nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best\nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look\nforward to earning your business!You can go to our Facebook page to view before and after photos of some of our jobs we have over twenty years of experience of cleaning homes specializing in the needs and details of a customer. To make sure to meet all their expectations and cleaning needs are met. We'll take the extra time to talk with them. To ensure that every detail is taken care of when it comes to the cleaning of their homes.\nThere are other companies that have the same name i have noticed, but if you will look at the location of those companies you will see they are different than mine. So please do not confuse their reviews with My reviews here in the Georgia area.

Recommended by54%of homeowners
Planet Flooring
3.3(
16
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Carpet - Install

Serving Alford, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1951

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sales representative responded immediately to homeadvisor request. There was a lack of communication between the sales representative and the installation department. The time specified to perform installation had past and I had to call them to schedule installation. They showed up the next day to perform installation, but did not bring flooring. If I had been informed that the flooring would be delivered later I probably would have allowed them to begin removal of old carpet. I had to call for the next installation date of which they scheduled for the next business day. The crew arrived on time and performed work well. They could improve communication with customers by using e-mail or text messaging. My wife loves the wood flooring and I plan to use this business to install flooring in two other rooms."
Response time40 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

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

Carpet padding costs an average of $510 to purchase and install in a 225-square-foot room. The price can range from as low as $170 to as much as $850, depending on the brand, the thickness, and the labor cost. Although carpet padding will increase the overall cost of carpet installation, it also helps the carpet hold up longer, reduces noise in the room, and provides more insulation.

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.

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.

In most cases, carpeting isn’t kind to the wood that it’s attached to. Most carpet installation uses adhesive or nailing strips, both of which will damage wood. Conversely, you can choose to use an adhesive designed to be removed from wood, in which case carpeting can actually protect your hardwood stairs.

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