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>

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Q: How often should you strip and wax a floor?

• <div><p>You should strip and wax hardwood floors every six months to two years. The actual length of time between stripping and waxing depends on the wear and tear that the floors see. Stripping and waxing floors can help <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-repair-hardwood-floor-damage.htm">repair hardwood floor damage</a> and give the room a fresh look.</p></div>

Q: Is laminate flooring toxic?

• <div><p>You might be wondering, &ldquo;<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/should-you-be-concerned-about-formaldehyde-laminate-flooring.htm">Is laminate flooring toxic?</a>&rdquo; The product does contain formaldehyde, which is found in the resins used to bind the wood fibers together. But the chance of overexposure and adverse reactions, such as allergy- or asthma-like symptoms, is low unless you are exposed to formaldehyde in other places, i.e., if you work with formaldehyde regularly outside the home. Keep in mind, too, that many household products have the potential to pose a health hazard, such as cleaning products.</p></div>

Q: Do carpet installations include removal of old carpet?

• <div><p>Many services include the removal and disposal of old carpet. Confirm with your provider.</p></div>

Q: What type of floor finish should I choose?

• <div><p>There are a few different types of finishes to choose from for the final step of the project. </p><p>Water-based polyurethane sealants emit fewer odors and fumes but dry quickly, which can pose a challenge when trying to get a smooth coat. Oil-based polyurethane sealants let out more odors and fumes into the air (it&rsquo;s especially important to wear a respirator if you choose this type), but they take longer to dry, which can be more forgiving during the finishing step. </p><p>Some may prefer wood oil to polyurethane because rather than creating a layer, it becomes part of the wood. Wood oil takes longer to dry, and is less resistant to wear and tear; however, it creates a natural-looking result by enhancing the grain of the wood. </p></div>

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Last update on May 20, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
We hired Aaron for a number of projects from lawn care to various repairs on a recently purchased property. He was prompt to respond to our inquiry, very thorough in his evaluation of the issues and timely in the tasks so far. His prices were fair. We will continue to work with him for many...
Aaron Bilicki
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Reviewed in July 2025
Edgar’s communications via email, phone and text were great - he always responded quickly. And he always showed up on the day he said he would work. He and his team worked very hard day to day and also had very good manners. This was a big job - garage floor, corner lot with lots of sidewalks...
Camacho's Concrete LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Brian did a great job cleaning. He was very thorough and made sure he was doing everything as I wanted. Communication was excellent throughout the process.
B&L Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in July 2023
DO NOT HIRE THEM!! Their supposed "window professionals" sub contractors installed our bathroom window the wrong direction and we can't open it, so I am going to hire another company to fix it as I don't want to work with them anymore. They didn't double check the window size on a very large...
Priority Construction Services
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Reviewed in August 2021
We were pleased with the promptness and overall instruction and installation. All was very professionally done.
Dog Guard
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Reviewed in January 2020
I hired Rushcreek to do some interior painting. There were some very small issues, i.e. replacing the bathroom mirror, shower curtain on the floor, etc., The main thing for me was that I had paid him in full. After he finished the job he billed me again for "additional work" he felt was over and...
Rushcreek Building Maintenance
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Reviewed in December 2018
He did a beautiful job, I paid for the materials, and he did a good job with the repairs. Major repairs was done on the boards that was done in 2011, and some was not installed properly, he came back to fix the boards up he was able to re-fixed the boards properly. He was able to provide...
Jim Siebenaler Construction
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Reviewed in May 2016
<p>showed up when I was told that they would told me what they would be doing</p> <p>after first window was installed showed me how it worked </p> <p>after finishing all the window they had me inspect the to make sure I was happy with them.</p> <p>removed all old windows and other trash...
Window Depot USA of Eastern Iowa
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Reviewed in June 2014
Nathan at Allen Roofing is very helpful and really knows the products and methods for installation. He is helpful in finding ways to do a proper installation while maintaining character of older home. His team were hard working and stayed late, until job was done. No cutting corners or rush jobs...
Allen Roofing & Construction Inc
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Reviewed in January 2013
The sewer backed up with a house full of quests for Christmas. I called in the morning and they arrived a couple hours later and resolved the problem in less than an hour. <br /> I also had them install a new furnace, air conditioner, and water heater in 2009. They did an excellent job. I would...
Casper Plumbing & Heating
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"River valley remodelers does great work. Alex and Austin did a great job with the presentation. The installation crew was hard working and efficient. Highly recommend!"

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"River valley remodelers does great work. Alex and Austin did a great job with the presentation. The installation crew was hard working and efficient. Highly recommend!"

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"The whole process went smoothly. Product was available within estimate dates. Scheduling occurred per our needs. The removal of exiting tub/shower and installation of new shower was completed in one day. Shower looks great. Everyone involved was extremely friendly. Installation team installed all accessories after consulting with us on locations. Great Job all around. We are now engaged with the company to replace our upper floor windows later this year."

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"He is very detailed, we are happy and satisfied with his work."

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Gonzalez Flooring, LLC

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Gonzalez Flooring is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We are a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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Dave Navarro Construction

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"The workmanship was excellent. The work was completed within the time frame agreed upon as well as the price quoted. Everything was done very professionally from start to finish. I HIGHLY recommend Dave Navarro Construction for any interior remodeling. I will definitely use him again - without hesitation."

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Trinidad Flooring Installation

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K & L Roofing And Drywall in business since 2014, is your locally owned and operated Flooring & Drywall business. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. Call us today and we look forward to your future business!

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"Sentri Homes provided the most professional flooring service I’ve ever had. The LVP installation turned out absolutely beautiful, and I was amazed at how quickly everything was completed without sacrificing quality. The crew was fast, accurate, and extremely detail-oriented from start to finish. Everything was installed cleanly, precisely, and with real craftsmanship. The entire process was smooth, efficient, and far beyond what I expected. I would absolutely recommend Sentri Homes to anyone needing flooring installed."

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Eubanks Floors

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In business since 2020

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We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

You should strip and wax hardwood floors every six months to two years. The actual length of time between stripping and waxing depends on the wear and tear that the floors see. Stripping and waxing floors can help repair hardwood floor damage and give the room a fresh look.

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.

You might be wondering, “Is laminate flooring toxic?” The product does contain formaldehyde, which is found in the resins used to bind the wood fibers together. But the chance of overexposure and adverse reactions, such as allergy- or asthma-like symptoms, is low unless you are exposed to formaldehyde in other places, i.e., if you work with formaldehyde regularly outside the home. Keep in mind, too, that many household products have the potential to pose a health hazard, such as cleaning products.

Many services include the removal and disposal of old carpet. Confirm with your provider.

There are a few different types of finishes to choose from for the final step of the project.

Water-based polyurethane sealants emit fewer odors and fumes but dry quickly, which can pose a challenge when trying to get a smooth coat. Oil-based polyurethane sealants let out more odors and fumes into the air (it’s especially important to wear a respirator if you choose this type), but they take longer to dry, which can be more forgiving during the finishing step.

Some may prefer wood oil to polyurethane because rather than creating a layer, it becomes part of the wood. Wood oil takes longer to dry, and is less resistant to wear and tear; however, it creates a natural-looking result by enhancing the grain of the wood.

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