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Scott's Flooring
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch- For Business

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did exactly what I wanted done.. NO extra costs or moving of large furniture... and the PRICE was very acceptable... Had a guy quote $ 650.00... Scotts did the job for 250.00 and was done in a few hours... they CLEANED UP any mess and left... NOW THAT WAS SERVICE ! The tow of them have been in the business for Years. My carpet looks STRETCHED AND PERFECT !"
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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E. & J. Carpet Installation
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

"We were very impressed with Juan's service, professionalism, flexibility, and communication. He did an excellent job at sretching our carpet. We hired him on the spot to install carpet on our stairs. On top of all of this, his prices are very reasonable. We highly recommend him."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch- For Business

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

At Top Notch Construction we pride ourselves on being the best company in the area. \nWe've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. \nBeing a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lemon tree flooring
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch- For Business

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

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Carpet Stretching questions, answered by experts

Pros use power stretchers that secure the carpet firmly in place.

Carpet stretching can be a worthwhile investment to increase the lifespan of your carpet and eliminate unsightly wrinkles, ridges, and ripples. For an older carpet that is in relatively good condition aside from some wrinkling or bubbling, restretching can make it look like new and extend its life by at least a couple of years. You should consider restretching when you notice looseness or other related issues.

However, it's important to note that stretching will not fix issues like stains, wear in the pile, or discoloration. Consider replacing the carpet instead if the repair cost is more than 50% of the price of a new one. Additionally, if your carpet is past its expected lifespan of five to 15 years, or if it has been stretched multiple times already, replacement is likely a better option.

There are a few carpet maintenance tips you’ll want to use to keep your carpet looking brand-new. Make sure you tackle stains immediately, and only use cleaners gentle enough for your carpet's specific fibers. You can even pop area rugs on top of wall-to-wall carpeting to change the look of your space and protect the carpet below.

It’s best to have a pro stretch your carpet before having it cleaned. A loose carpet is more difficult to clean, but a stretched carpet will be fixed firmly in place once the job is done. Cleaning a carpet can loosen it depending on the technique used. 

You’ll know if your carpet is stretched enough if it lies completely flat and smooth across your floor. If you have ripples, wrinkled areas, or carpet piling up along the baseboards, these are telltale signs that your carpet is not fully stretched. Release the carpet from the tack strip along one wall and use a stretcher or knee kicker to stretch out the carpet before securing it again.

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