Why are stairs so expensive to carpet?

• <div><p>Installing carpet on stairs involves a lot more cutting, tucking, tack strips, and time. The shape of your staircase, along with the material and construction of the carpet you’re installing, will also increase the cost. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-carpet-stairs.htm">Carpet installation on stairs will cost</a> $400 to $800 in total, but it can go as high as $2,500 for difficult staircases, such as wrap-around, upholstered, or spiral staircases.</p></div>

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Q: How often do you need to replace the carpet on stairs?

• <div><p>Decent <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-signs-you-need-replace-your-carpet.htm">carpet will last</a> around 10 years on stairs. Some less durable carpets, like polyester, will only last five years on stairs. The ideal carpet, like wool or nylon, can last about 15 to 25 years. You&rsquo;ll know when to replace it when it starts wearing down. You may have to replace it sooner if it's stained, whether due to water damage or pets.</p></div>

Q: Can I lay carpet by myself?

• <div><p>You can lay carpet by yourself, but that doesn&rsquo;t necessarily mean you should. DIY carpet installation can save you on labor costs, but you&rsquo;ll have to pay more to get the right tools and equipment first. A knee kicker, carpet stretcher, and seam roller are a few pieces of equipment you&rsquo;ll need that you may not already have lying around. And keep in mind that repairing or replacing carpet later because of a bad installation is twice as expensive as paying a pro to handle it in the first place. </p></div>

Q: What is the best underlayment for carpet on concrete?

• <div><p>The best underlayment for carpet on concrete is a sponge rubber underlayment. This type of carpet padding is durable enough to endure wear and tear on hard concrete yet soft enough to provide comfort underfoot. It also creates insulation from sound and temperature, providing warmth despite the concrete&rsquo;s cold surface.</p></div>

Q: Can you stretch carpet with furniture on it?

• <div><p>You can get away with stretching the carpet with some remaining items of furniture, so long as you have ready access to the parts of the carpet that require maintenance and you are not stretching through the furniture, as this leads to tears and fraying. Try to remove at least 50% of the furniture if you can&rsquo;t remove it all.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2019
it is 100 degrees outside today and our second floor is 73 degrees! Before we had this wonderful company add insulation it was 85 degrees outside and 80 degrees inside. Mike and his crew knew what we needed and fixed the problem quickly and efficiently. Absolutely would hire them again!
Energy Nerds
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Reviewed in January 2019
He came when promised. He reset the hardware on the doors, ensuring their setting and tightness. Then he rehung the doors and re-installed on of the floor guides. He spent about thirty minutes doing so which was quicker than I could have done it back in the day.
Dan's Home Repair & Construction
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Reviewed in June 2017
It installs differently. I bought the materials separate. Extremely professional, very meticulous about his work, followed up with me and found and fixed issues with the floor.
Gary Hanson Contracting
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Reviewed in April 2015
Keith was very nice to work with, professional and friendly. He informed me of any irregularities in the floor and explained everything before doing it. The rooms were immaculate when he left. The floors are beautiful! I would recommend him highly. Thank you Keith!
Done Done Services
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Reviewed in June 2014
Of the 8 flooring companies that I contacted only 3 responded. In case you think it was for something unusual, it was bamboo floor installation.
Gray's Hardwood Flooring
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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 May 2013
D and N were competitively priced and arrived every day to do hard work. The floors look fabulous -- the oil-based poly they used really brought out all the natural tones of the red oak and the satin-like finish is perfect -- not too shiny. They were able to take out all wear patterns that had...
D & N Hardwood Floor Service Inc
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Reviewed in February 2013
He was very patient. He worked with me as I decided what it was I wanted to actually do over the course of a few months. He came out to measure the basement and give recommedations. I did end up going with his recommednationa nd it ended up being a really good choice. They floor was very...
CARPET TREE
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Reviewed in August 2012
Joanne does an excellent job. At first, I wondered if she would be able to satisfy me using only green cleaning products but I have been amazed. Everything sparkles when she leaves. She does baseboards and ceiling fans and everything in between. I have had other house cleaners, but non that...
A Clean Getaway
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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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