How long does carpet protection last?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-tips-clean-and-revive-carpet-pile.htm">revive your carpet</a>. </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>

How can I save money on carpet repairs?

• <div><p>If you want to save money on carpet repairs, there are a few ways to save without sacrificing quality. Some options you have include:</p><ul><li><p>Cleaning set-in stains by renting a steam cleaner or using <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-carpet-without-cleaner.htm">DIY carpet cleaning methods</a>. </p></li><li><p>Prepare the area for repairing yourself, such as moving furniture, to avoid unnecessary fees.</p></li><li><p>Protect high-traffic areas with a runner rug to avoid excessive wear and tear.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2022
I have rental properties and have hired Juan and Sam 5 times so far to install luxury vinyl plank and carpet, as well as stretching carpet. They are ethical and honest. They carry a wide variety of well-known/reputable brands and their pricing is very, very competitive. I have already booked...
Floors 4 Iowa, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2020
Excellent service. Excellent work. Mr. Kerbel gives great customer service and he did a nice job putting in my wood trim before carpet is laid. I would recommend him to anyone who needs carpentry work.
Kerbel Carpentry
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Reviewed in December 2016
He is an independent guy. He shows up whenever we need him and he doesn't charge too much. He usually gets most of the stuff out of the carpet.
Miles Best Clean Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
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Reviewed in November 2016
Great. Did a good job on the install. Very courteous and polite and professional. Cleaned up after the job was done. Vacuumed up all of the "fuzzies" and pieces of old carpet. They could not have been nicer or more helpful. Frank and Luis did an awesome job.
LOWE'S INSTALLATION SERVICES
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Reviewed in October 2016
Excellent service. Showed up on time, spent a quick hour cleaning the carpets and then cleaned up as they left. The carpets look wonderful.
Durachem
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Reviewed in July 2015
Overall, I was happy with the price and unclogged drain. The one beef I had with the service was that the gentlemen left a dirty mess on our wall and floor from his equipment and shoes. This is despite my attempts to protect the work area with tarps and towels before his arrival. I guess...
Smith's Sewer Service Inc
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Reviewed in September 2014
They cleaned the carpet in the living room, 2 bedrooms, den, stairs, landing, and added Scotch Guard. They were able to remove spots I had worked on several times but they always came back. It has been over a year now and those spots are still gone! I would recommend them and will definitely...
Superior Carpet & Upholstery care
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Reviewed in July 2014
They explained about differences in the carpets and the price. They explained all the details between the carpets.
Premier Flooring Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
These folks did a phenomenal job. We had, among other things, issues with pet urine in the carpets. They got it up better than any other carpet cleaner we have used.
Bowman's Carpet Care
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Reviewed in July 2013
Flooring America was fantastic. Our carpet looks great, they delivered as promised and installed beautifully. I was amazed at how great the carpet looks! My only negative is that I don't think the padding was any better than the old padding we had. But overall our experience with them was...
Flooring America - Clive
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