Why does padding stick to the floors?

• <div><p>There could be several reasons why your carpet padding has adhered to the floor. Some of the most common reasons include:</p><ul><li><p>There was intentional gluing or stapling to the surface.</p></li><li><p>The polyurethane and floor bonded over years of wear.</p></li><li><p>Pet urine, spills, or other substances leaked through the carpet and created a sticky surface.</p></li></ul><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-get-smell-pet-urine-out-carpet.htm">removing pet urine odors</a> to prevent future problems.</p></div>

What happens if you don’t put padding under carpet?

• <div><p>If you don’t put padding under your carpet, the carpet won’t be protected from wear on the underside. This could result in a shorter life span for your carpet and increased <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/carpet-repair-cost.htm">carpet repair costs</a> over time. An unpadded carpet can also be less comfortable to walk on, depending on your subfloor and the type of carpet.</p></div>

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Q: Should you paint baseboards before installing carpet?

• <div><p>You may get better coverage painting your baseboards if you do so before carpet is installed. The best course of action may be to attempt to paint them between having the old floor removed and the new floor laid, though this will render the room unusable for a period of time and may make the entire project a bit slower overall.</p></div>

Q: How much does commercial carpet installation cost?

• <div><p>The costs range from $3 to $10 per square foot, depending on the carpet type, labor, and subfloor preparation.</p></div>

Q: Is stain-resistant carpet worth it?

• <div><p>Stain-resistant carpet might be worth it for your household if you have children or pets and expect spills to happen. While it may cost more than you expected upfront, you may save money in the long run if you have to replace your carpet less frequently (thanks to stains not absorbing down into the fibers). </p><p> </p></div>

Q: What happens if you don’t put padding under carpet?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t put padding under your carpet, the carpet won&rsquo;t be protected from wear on the underside. This could result in a shorter life span for your carpet and increased <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/carpet-repair-cost.htm">carpet repair costs</a> over time. An unpadded carpet can also be less comfortable to walk on, depending on your subfloor and the type of carpet.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2022
Ripped out carpeting and installed pergo. Patch and paint walls and trim. Install new closet doors and blinds. Immaculate work. Highly recommend
Jan Moniot-Home Improvements
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Reviewed in March 2016
I made an appointment for the next day with Jack, who arrived within 5 minutes of the time. He called a little ahead of time to let us know he was on the way. Jack examined the carpet and, backed by decades of experience as an installer, knew just what to do. Nylon carpets, he explained, can...
A Carpet Doctor
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Reviewed in May 2015
The technician did an excellent job with the carpets. He worked very h****** them, and I felt very good about moving in to my new home with nice, clean carpets.
Dreyer's Carpet Care
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Reviewed in February 2015
The provider was prompt and polite. He was very courteous, we did a quick walkthrough and then he got to work. I hadn't mentioned it, but I'd recently had some carpet replaced, he paid special to care to try and get the new carpet and old carpet to blend better. He also treated some trouble...
Peace Frog Specialty Cleaning
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Reviewed in December 2014
Well the men that came out were professional and on time. I have an older pet who urinates on the carpet at times. They sprayed for all of those stains/smells. The carpets looked great the 1st day and part of the 2nd. Then you could see a lot of the old stains again.I wasn't expecting a miracle...
Stanley Steemer
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Reviewed in August 2014
Carpet was good but I had to constantly watch for the hurry up and get out attitude of the crew. Had to have them re adjust minor issues. Installers broke our mirror glass closet doors. Back splash tiles were crooked and had to be redone on one surface and some are still crooked. Wood thresholds...
Carpet One Floor & Home
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Reviewed in May 2014
Above and beyond expectation! We were extremely rushed for time because the movers were coming. Matt's Maintenance and his team finished ALL the painting and even removed the old carpet and installed new wood flooring over the weekend!! The results are beautiful! We just moved to the area but...
Matt's Maintenance & Remodeling
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Reviewed in February 2014
They gave us a very good price. Initially, the big box stores' prices looked good but didn't included the quality padding, installation, removal of old carpet or moving furniture. Carpet Craft's prices was excellent when you compare all the services required. They were prompt getting out to our...
CARPET CRAFT
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Reviewed in November 2012
Jonathan came promptly to do the estimate when called, bringing samples of flooring for us to consider. He talked us through the pros and cons of different options. We came to a decision quickly, though scheduling the actual installation took some time because of my work schedule. Once we...
Precision Hardwood Floors Inc
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Reviewed in July 2007
It went well. Salesman was attentive and helpful in the showroom, on time and pleasant when visiting to make measurements. Some delays in calling to make arrangements for the install, but they arrived on time and did a nice job and were careful moving furniture out of and back into the rooms....
Fairfax Floors Inc
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