Do buyers prefer carpet or laminate?

• <div><p>What a buyer prefers usually depends on the home’s layout and which material fits the current aesthetic. The local real estate market can also dictate these desires to some extent, as do the buyer’s personal preferences. With that said, laminate can increase the resale value of a home by a tiny bit, whereas carpet does not. Hardwood increases the resale value by the highest amount.</p></div>

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Last update on May 29, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
When Marlon from MD Quality Home Solutions told me he was eager to show me what he could do with my old, soiled, worn, contractor grade carpets, I thought he was a bit cocky and would soon be disappointed since my carpets were so bad. Let me tell you what. He was not lying. I have never had a...
MD Quality Home Solutions
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Reviewed in October 2025
Very nice job cleaning the carpet. Very courteous and professional
WC & SON CLEANING SERVICE LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
We hired Runner Services, to take care of the carpet and tile at my rental property. Their work was outstanding. The carpet looks brand new, and the tiles are shiny. This is the third time we have hired them, and as always, they have never disappointed us with the results of their job.
Roadrunner Services
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Reviewed in August 2024
my carpet never looked better. i will have them again. you will be happy with with his work.
Roadrunner Services
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Reviewed in August 2024
I recently had new carpeting installed in my home, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the results. From start to finish, the entire process was smooth and professional. Chris and his team arrived on time, worked efficiently, and took great care to ensure every detail was perfect. The...
The Floor Fathers USA INC
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Reviewed in July 2024
They did an excellent job. My carpets looked brand new after they cleaned them. They were quick and efficient. I would definitely hire them again.
LC Your Best Choice Corp.
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Reviewed in May 2024
This is an awesome carpet cleaning business. He did an excellent job at my home and prices was the best.
AB Clean
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Reviewed in April 2024
From the sale process to the installation, everything was smooth. We were provided with a variety of choices for our tile and carpet. We scheduled the service for 2 weeks out and they completed everything in 1 day. The installers were professional and very polite during the installation too....
National Floors Direct Inc
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Reviewed in March 2022
I was very pleased with the carpet cleaning and the way the girls worked together and they had a great attitude, they listened to what I had to say about what I needed done with the carpet because I had deep stains as well as older stains. Not only did they Pre treat the stains, they actually...
Partners In Grime
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Reviewed in December 2021
Exceeded my expectations. I especially appreciated their attention to detail in stretching my carpet and customer service. My highest recommendation. I will call them again.
Floorida Boys LLC
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jerezservicescorp

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Serving Winter Haven, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

"Alex arrived as scheduled, quoted the job, and completed the work within 3 hours. He was very thorough, and very attentive to every detail. We can't beleive that we got our carpet stretched within 48 hours of our initial inquiry. Great job!"

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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

Installation typically takes 1-2 days, depending on the area size and preparation needed.

The complexity of installation depends on the type of flooring you choose and the level of expertise required to install it. While some materials, like vinyl or laminate, offer relatively straightforward installation processes suitable for DIY enthusiasts, others, such as natural stone or hardwood, often require professional assistance from a flooring company to ensure proper fitting and longevity.

Some flooring companies recycle old carpet after replacing it. The broader flooring industry has been moving toward recycling more carpet material. However, whether an individual carpet gets recycled is up to the flooring company that removes it. When gathering quotes for new flooring in your area, ask each company about removal options and what they do with the material.

What a buyer prefers usually depends on the home’s layout and which material fits the current aesthetic. The local real estate market can also dictate these desires to some extent, as do the buyer’s personal preferences. With that said, laminate can increase the resale value of a home by a tiny bit, whereas carpet does not. Hardwood increases the resale value by the highest amount.

On average, installing carpet costs between $3 and $11 per square foot, depending on factors like the carpet material, style, and labor rates in your area. Sometimes, installers will include carpet removal in these costs, so if you don’t have any carpet to remove, you can save time and spend less money on labor.

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