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Ehrhard Flooring LLC
5.0(
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Wood Flooring - Refinish

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Customers say: Quick response

"He prepped a spot on our floor to show us how different color stains would look before we picked out the color we wanted. The work was completed in a timely manner and the floor looks good!"
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Refloor - St. louis
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Wood Flooring - Install or Completely ReplaceLaminate Wood or Stone Flooring - InstallLuxury Vinyl Flooring - Install - Materials Not Provided by Consumer

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1990

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Warranties offered

"I had wood floors installed upstairs last year and I loved them so much that I wanted the same on the first floor.. Dayton, the sales rep, did a great job listening to my request. I hadn’t planned to make a purchase, but she gave me such a great price that I moved forward and will have my floors installed in August.."
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Recommended by21%of homeowners
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Murphy Carpet
4.8(
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Laminate Wood or Stone Flooring - InstallCarpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For Business+7 more

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rick and his team did an excellent job installing hardwood for us today They were professional, friendly, punctual, and completed the job in a timely manner I highly recommend Murphy Carpet and the installers, Rick and his team Everyone at Murphy Carpet are very friendly and knowledgeable. They have a wonderful selection of flooring Linda M."
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Response time1 day
Response rate95%
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Luminous Flooring
5.0(
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Wood Flooring - Install or Completely ReplaceWood Flooring - Install or Completely Replace - For BusinessWood Flooring - Refinish+3 more

Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Matt at Luminous Flooring was great to work with and accommodated our need to finish the floors in two stages. The wife and i couldn’t be more happy about how the finish came out. It really looks like a new floor and not a refinished one! Outstanding workmanship by Steve. He was punctual, clean, and friendly guy. But most importantly he was good at his job and highly competent. I would seriously not consider using another company than Luminous Flooring going forward in the future. We are just pleased as punch with how the whole process turned out and the floors again are outstanding. Thanks Matt, Steve, and team."
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+6

Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

Carpet installers use furniture sliders or blankets to protect your furniture during the installation process. They handle each piece with care to minimize the risk of damage. Additionally, they may employ techniques such as lifting and shifting furniture rather than dragging it across the floor to prevent scratches or other marks. If you have particularly delicate or heavy items that need to be moved, discuss special handling with the installers beforehand.

Avoid steam cleaning unsealed hardwood, vinyl, and laminate floors unless the manufacturer explicitly states that a steam mop can be used.

While not always required, experts recommend removing baseboards before removing old carpet and installing a new one. This practice leads to a smoother process and a cleaner, more professional-looking finish. Removing the baseboards allows for a seamless carpet installation without the risk of damaging either the carpet or the trim. It also provides a good opportunity to repaint or stain the baseboards and inspect the underlying wall for any issues. If you prefer a quicker option, you can carefully cut the old carpet along the edge of the baseboards, but this may result in a less polished installation for the new carpet.

While it is possible to install carpet yourself, it is a challenging DIY project that requires precise measurement, proper cutting skills, and knowledge of correct installation techniques. The process involves multiple steps, including removing old flooring, installing underlayment and tack strips, and stretching the carpet to prevent wrinkles, which can take several days to complete.

Before starting, consider these factors:

  • Warranty: Many manufacturers' warranties are voided if the carpet is not installed by a professional.

  • Tools: You will need to buy or rent specialized equipment like a knee kicker, carpet stretcher, and seam roller.

  • Complexity: DIY installation is most suitable for simple, straightforward rooms. Projects involving stairs or floor vents are significantly more difficult.

  • Cost: While you can save on labor, the cost of tools plus the risk of expensive mistakes—which may require re-installation—can make hiring a professional more cost-effective in the long run.

Given the potential for errors, voided warranties, and the need for special tools, hiring a local carpet installer is often recommended to ensure the job is done correctly and safely.

Carpet is most often affixed to the floor by tacks in tack strips rather than nailed or glued directly to the subfloor. The tack strips are nailed to wood subfloors. Even if you want to install carpet over concrete, you’ll adhere the tack strips to the concrete with masonry nails or a liquid adhesive.

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