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Avatar for Mr Carpet Shop at Home
Mr Carpet Shop at Home
4.9(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The carpeting is beautiful and well made. The customer service was better than we had experienced with other retailers which is one of the reasons we chose Mr. Carpet. Other reasons included the price and the many options available. The Sales Associates have vast knowledge of the industry which is why our house is more beautiful than ever thanks to Mr. Carpet."
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+8

Response time5 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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American Carpet Distributors
4.9(
70
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am so pleased with the help that we received from American Carpet Distributors! We had a burst pipe in our basement that got our carpet and padding wet. We had to throw out the padding but managed to save the carpet. Larry responded so quickly and was so easy to work with. He stopped by the house the same day I called him and took measurements to replace the carpet padding. A couple days later he sent out a very friendly and hardworking crew to replace the padding and lay our old carpet on top. It looks and feels brand new. I am so pleased that he was so promp to help. I feel like he was so fair in his pricing and that he wasn't pushy to sell me things I didn't need. The other carpet companies I called would only do the job if I bought new carpet (which I didn't need) or had a high minimum job payment. Larry saw that we really needed our basement back to working order and quickly helped us get that back. I am very satisfied and grateful!"
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+14

Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Exposition Carpet
4.8(
37
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I've used Exposition Carpeting for more than 20 years now.  They have an excellent selection and are extremely helpful, and their prices are reasonable.  When our basement flooded last year, we had wanted to get the same carpeting that had been ruined in the flood, but it was discontinued.  They were SO helpful in poring over books and helping us find something very similar.  There was a miscommunication among their staff which caused our order to be somewhat delayed, but that was the first time I'd had anything less than a stellar experience with them. 
I highly recommend them.  They also have a great "remnant room" with great prices if you're looking to carpet smaller rooms."
Urban Exotics Cherry-Russet
Light and Medium Traditional
Ceylon
Shaw Laminate - Natural Splendor
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+2

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Premium Carpet Solutions
5.0(
173
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He worked very quickly and efficiently. Nice man and explained everything he would be doing to fix my carpet. Would definitely use again!"
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Tile/Grout cleaning

+1

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Heaven's Best Carpet Cleaning of Northern Illinois
5.0(
48
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional and personable. We have a dog that sheds continuously and getting all the hair out of the carpet is a challenge. They were able to get the hair up and did a phenomenal job cleaning the carpets. Our carpets have never looked so clean. They were quick and thorough. Their prices were less then other companies i called. Not to mention great with my dog. I am definitely calling them again for my next carpet cleaning"
Wood Floor Cleaning
Wood Floor Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
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Cleaning Carpeted Stairs

+16

Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DWH Cleaning Service, Inc.
4.9(
167
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys did a great job and saw amazing results with the carpet cleaning. They were able to accommodate me quickly and highly recommend them for future carpet cleaning services."
Elk Grove Village Condo
Elk Grove Village Condo
Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

Spring and fall are the best seasons for installing carpet. Both seasons benefit from moderate temperatures and low humidity levels, which can help the carpet acclimate to the room and settle properly once installed. However, installing carpet during the winter months could result in lower costs, as demand for this service is low.

Installing carpet padding is mostly a matter of measuring the room and cutting the carpet pad to size with a utility knife. You can save some money on carpet installation costs by doing it yourself. Before installing the carpet padding, you should install the tack strips around the room’s perimeter and prepare the subfloor by cleaning and making any necessary repairs. Then, unroll the carpet pad and cut sections as needed. Staple the carpet pad to the subfloor along the edges, leaving the tack strips exposed.

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’s cold surface.

Yes, carpets should be replaced after a house fire or significant smoke damage, even if they appear undamaged. Smoke, soot, particulates, and chemicals can penetrate deep into the carpet fibers and padding, making complete removal a complicated and time-consuming process. If water was used to extinguish the fire, it can also soak through the carpet and padding, creating a risk of mold and mildew growth. Due to these challenges and potential health risks, replacing the carpet is the safest and most effective solution.

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.

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