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Q: Does carpet make a room warmer than laminate?

• <div><p>Carpet is an effective natural insulator, so it will make a room slightly warmer than laminate. The material&rsquo;s insulating properties also make carpeted rooms more efficient for temperature regulation.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of bamboo flooring?

• <div><p>Bamboo flooring has several disadvantages to consider. It is highly susceptible to moisture and humidity due to its absorbent nature, which can cause it to warp, buckle, swell, expand, or contract, potentially creating gaps in the floor. For this reason, it is best suited for dry climates. Bamboo can also scratch and dent easily. Aesthetically, it offers fewer color and style options compared to wood, laminate, or vinyl flooring, which can be a limitation for some homeowners. Additionally, bamboo flooring may discolor over time, especially in high-traffic areas.</p></div>

Q: How can you tell if you have linoleum or vinyl floors?

• <div><p>You can tell if you have linoleum or vinyl floors if you look under the floor's surface. Linoleum floors have color that goes all the way through the tile, while vinyl flooring uses a printed image on the surface of the tile, plank, or sheet. This image often realistically replicates the look and feel of wood, ceramic tile, stone, or other natural materials.</p></div>

Q: Is Berber carpet a good choice for bedrooms?

• <div><p>Berber is a loop pile carpet known for its strength, durability, and distinct looped look. It can be made from a number of different carpet materials, including nylon and wool. However, Berber isn&rsquo;t as soft as cut pile carpet, so it isn&rsquo;t the best carpet for a bedroom (although it&rsquo;s a good style of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-choose-carpet-living-room.htm">carpet for living rooms</a>).</p><p>With that said, if you really like the look of Berber, you can still install it in your bedroom&mdash;it just might not be as comfortable on your feet as cut pile carpeting.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth it to stretch or restretch a carpet?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>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.</p></div>

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CCX and Alex did a great job. They replaced the roof in a timely manner and worked around my schedule. Quality was great. When an issue came up at the end of the project, Alex got it taken care of and fixed right away.
CCX Roofing
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Reviewed in April 2014
He was very professional and when there was a problem getting the shingles because of delivery problems, he let us know and always kept us informed. <br />
John Holcomb Roofing
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Reviewed in January 2014
Seth is a local young man and I've known him all his life. I trust him to come into my house whether I am here or not. He came at the set time, replaced the toilet that wasn't working properly, had to break the tub faucet into pieces to get it off. Cleaned the shower head and put on a new...
Lusk Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2013
First of all, Merlin is a class act guy and I would use him over and over if his employees were like him. He did the bid and was with the crew on the first day that they started the job. However, when he took off, it was like his crew wanted to just get the job over with. Some of the walls...
MERLIN'S INSULATION INC
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Reviewed in March 2012
Knowing the kid who comes out is a big boon to me, because I don’t like strangers coming to my house, especially since I am an elderly lady. They were prompt and they cleaned up after themselves. They did the job as quickly as they could do it. They had to make two trips out, since they did not...
SIERRA HEATING & COOLING
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Reviewed in March 2012
I can call him and he comes. He is just prompt. He has been raised here in the valley and I have known him since he was a little teeny kid. He is pleasant, and I feel safe when somebody I know is here rather than someone from another company that I don’t know. He works and does extras that he...
Evan's Pumps LLC
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All Pro Hardwood Floors, LLC

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In business since 2018

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"Good customer service and good quality work."

2 1/4 #2 Red Oak with an Early American stain

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"We have used Skinner customs many times. They do excellent work. If you want it done right give them a call."

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"JS Epoxy Flooring was super responsive from the very start and was very helpful with detailed information about the project. He was willing to be flexible with our unpredictable timetable. He was willing to special order the color we wanted and then did a fantastic job of installation. He was flexible with payment processing, taking our needs into account. We are very happy with the result and would recommend JS Epoxy Flooring to anyone."

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We do epoxy floors for garages. We are super good priced and use high quality products. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your 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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Ascended Constructions

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Were a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Ascended Constructions

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"It was great. K.C. was fast and does wonderful work. He was efficient and got back to me promptly whenever I had questions."

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"Hatch Flooring did a FANTASTIC job, replacing an old tub with a tile shower with natural rock floor, as well as rock walls around the toilet, and splashback in the bathroom as well as kitchen. Ammon was great to work with on getting everything lined up, and Jared did an AMAZING job with the tile and rock, accommodating some unusual requests of ours of having natural rock edges. I would recommend Hatch Flooring to anyone. (Two years ago, we also had them carpet the entire house and tile a hearth around our woodstove - a great job on those projects, too!)"

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"Super friendly honest pricing! In my own opinion he does great quality work for the prices. 110% worth every penny"

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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

Carpet is an effective natural insulator, so it will make a room slightly warmer than laminate. The material’s insulating properties also make carpeted rooms more efficient for temperature regulation.

Bamboo flooring has several disadvantages to consider. It is highly susceptible to moisture and humidity due to its absorbent nature, which can cause it to warp, buckle, swell, expand, or contract, potentially creating gaps in the floor. For this reason, it is best suited for dry climates. Bamboo can also scratch and dent easily. Aesthetically, it offers fewer color and style options compared to wood, laminate, or vinyl flooring, which can be a limitation for some homeowners. Additionally, bamboo flooring may discolor over time, especially in high-traffic areas.

You can tell if you have linoleum or vinyl floors if you look under the floor's surface. Linoleum floors have color that goes all the way through the tile, while vinyl flooring uses a printed image on the surface of the tile, plank, or sheet. This image often realistically replicates the look and feel of wood, ceramic tile, stone, or other natural materials.

Berber is a loop pile carpet known for its strength, durability, and distinct looped look. It can be made from a number of different carpet materials, including nylon and wool. However, Berber isn’t as soft as cut pile carpet, so it isn’t the best carpet for a bedroom (although it’s a good style of carpet for living rooms).

With that said, if you really like the look of Berber, you can still install it in your bedroom—it just might not be as comfortable on your feet as cut pile carpeting.

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.

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