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Q: How can I maintain carpets after professional repair?

• <div><p>Frequent vacuuming and spot cleaning, plus periodic deep cleaning to preserve condition.</p></div>

Q: How do you install carpet without a stretcher?

• <div><p>The knee kicker tool that attaches carpet to tack strips offers some stretching capabilities, so you can use this and your own arm strength to stretch out thinner carpets across a room. But you should buy or rent a stretcher for the best possible carpet application. If you don&rsquo;t want to buy or rent a stretcher, it may be worth it to skip the DIY and leave this job to the pros or risk shortening the life of your new carpet by installing it without a stretcher.</p></div>

Q: When should I repair versus replace my carpet?

• <div><p>Since carpet can be expensive to install and choosing a new carpet can seem daunting, it&rsquo;s important to know when to repair your existing carpet versus replacing it.</p><p>If the damage to your carpet Is extensive, such as large sections needing to be replaced, it might be best to replace it. Likewise, if your carpet damage is due to water damage, it might be best to replace the entire carpet to avoid mold problems. Consider repairing your carpet when the damage is localized to one spot or when the damaged carpet is in a low-traffic area of your home. </p></div>

Q: Is it cheaper to lay carpet or carpet tiles?

• <div><p>Carpet tiles are less expensive than traditional carpet. The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/carpet-installation-cost-and-advantages.htm">cost of carpet installation</a> is $1,800, or $3 to $11 per square foot. In comparison, carpet tiles cost $2.50 to $11 apiece and can often be bought in bulk cartons. Since you can more easily DIY carpet tiles, you may be able to save on installation costs, too. </p></div>

Q: How do professionals ensure effective adhesion?

• <div><p>Professionals ensure effective adhesion by choosing the right adhesive for the materials, preparing surfaces properly, and applying pressure as needed. This attention to detail ensures durable connections in various applications from construction to repairs.</p></div>

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Last update on October 30, 2025

Reviewed in September 2015
We had tried the rug doctor to clean dog urine from our carpet and the stains kept reappearing. We called Bill and had him come over. Not only did the stains disappear but our house smelled amazing! He's very professional and very passionate about his job. I would never trust anyone else! We...
American Dream Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in June 2015
The short story: it took two visits but they did a fabulous job. We had the tile in our home replaced and our carpet was seriously soiled with grout and mortar dust . On the first visit, the technician showed up on time, was very polite , pleasant , and professional. My husband had moved all the...
Chem-Dry of Oklahoma
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Reviewed in April 2015
They came over 2 days before to discuss what I wanted and were very professional. Wore covers over their shoes to protect my carpet. Verified everything was what I wanted before leaving. Highly recommend.
Down Right Technology
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Reviewed in June 2014
The day before the move, they came out and conducted an estimate. The final bill was really close to the estimate. It was actually under the estimated cost. When they arrived the next morning, they were on time and ready for work. While we only had approximately 15000-20000 lbs. they loaded it...
Lifeson Movers
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Reviewed in October 2013
Within 5 minutes of arrival, Jim had the main door working again. Jim then proceeded to perform routine maintenance on the main door and the utility door. All the while, Jim made the effort to educate me in performing regular maintenance on the door myself. Jim re-tensioned and stretched the...
Adams Door Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
After our elderly dog passed away, I wanted to get my entire house cleaned to remove dog hair, odor,dog drool, and any stains. I was told that I would need an estimate because tile and wood flooring costs vary, so a serviceman would be at my house between 10 a.m. and noon. At 12:15, I called...
Stanley Steemer
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Reviewed in July 2012
Dave and his assistant were nice and professional. They did a thorough job cleaning the carpets.
STEAMAWAY CARPET CLEANING
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Reviewed in January 2012
The job was horrible. He painted around my curtain rods instead of taking them down. He got paint all over the light switch and outlet covers. He got paint all over my brand new carpeting. The carpet where it meets the wall in all of my rooms are ruined. I pointed it out in the beginning. He...
CLOVER PAINTING
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Reviewed in January 2012
He was terrible, they are a dry cleaning company. He left a puddle of water on the wood floors. Did the house in less than an hour. I would never use them again. I had to go to the rug doctor and get lots and lots of rinses in my carpet, he put in so much chemical in the carpet and did not...
Klein Chem-Dry
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Reviewed in September 2009
I moved into my current house in July. There were a couple visible spots on the carpet that I shampooed myself. When I looked at the water in my carpet cleaner's discharge tank, it looked like I had been outside trying to shampoo the sidewalk. I asked around for a carpet cleaner, and...
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Browns Floor Care & Restoration

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Servicing Iowa since 1936, Browns Floor Care & Restoration is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"We had used Browns Floor Care years ago to clean our oriental rug and have been very happy then and now with the care and quality of their work. The first time we used them was because of a recommendation from a local furniture store and we're happy to recommend them today!"

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"We had used Browns Floor Care years ago to clean our oriental rug and have been very happy then and now with the care and quality of their work. The first time we used them was because of a recommendation from a local furniture store and we're happy to recommend them today!"

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