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Avatar for Mr Carpet Shop at Home
Mr Carpet Shop at Home
4.9(
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Carpet - Install - For BusinessLuxury Vinyl Flooring - Install - Materials Not Provided by ConsumerVinyl or Linoleum Sheet Flooring or Tiles - Install+13 more

Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was our 1st "shop-at-home" experience with carpet installation. It could not have gone better. Our sales person was very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. We told him what we were looking for and he was able to provide multiple samples in both the color and price range we wanted. It was quick and super easy. We purchased carpet for two rooms and a stairway runner Installers were also very friendly and professional. They were very detailed and wanted the job to be perfect. I have no complaints and will definitely use Mr. Carpet again."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Exposition Carpet
4.8(
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Laminate Wood or Stone Flooring - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessVinyl or Linoleum Sheet Flooring or Tiles - Install+19 more

Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

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We have used Exposition Carpet for several carpet installations over many years in our finished basement, and have consistently found the best pricing, ease of schedule and quality installation thru them. I especially like that it's a family business and you are dealing directly with owners and not with a salesman that doesn't even know who his/her boss is. The installers have worked their for years and that says a lot.

After going through a back porch remodel enclosing to a mudroom, we wanted a pet friendly, water resistant and durable floor so we went with vinyl plank. The store had many options, and time frame to get material was within a week. We checked out a 'sale' prior at a trendy well known Lincoln Avenue store, only to be met with double the cost and attitude. So we ended up back at Exposition and it was a done deal within 2 weeks.

I thought I had reviewed them on AL, but realized I hadn't when the list asked if members had any feedback.

We wouldn't hesitate to use them for any flooring needs.


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Urban Exotics Cherry-Russet
Light and Medium Traditional
Ceylon
Shaw Laminate - Natural Splendor
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Refloor - Chicago
4.8(
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Laminate Wood or Stone Flooring - InstallLuxury Vinyl Flooring - Install - Materials Not Provided by Consumer

Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mitchell came in and inspected my floor. He told me exactly what job they where going to on my floor. He explained everything thoroughly to me. He was also very helpful in helping me pick a color. He was very professional and very personable. I felt comfortable going ahead with the project."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wizard Of Wood Floors Ltd
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Wood Flooring - Install or Completely ReplaceWood Flooring - Install or Completely Replace - For BusinessWood Flooring - Refinish+3 more

Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"We are so very pleased with Wizard of Wood flooring company. They are professional, courteous, and know what they are doing. Their price is very reasonable for their high quality work. We would highly recommend them to anyone and people who have seen my floors comment how beautiful they look. Thanks Mike we couldn’t be happier. Bev and Alan"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
D Flooring & Painting
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Wood Flooring - RefinishWood Flooring - Refinish - For Business

Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Danny and his father made our worn wood floors look like new. They accommodated our schedule and told us what to expect and when to expect it. D Flooring's prices were competitive. We can only say great things about the job they did for us and HIGHLY recommend them."
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Marine varnish and stain on a beautiful deck
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Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Epoxy Transformations
5.0(
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Concrete Floor Coating-Apply

Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Warranties offered

"John and crew did an awesome job on our 90-year-old basement floor finishing it in a metallic epoxy finish. The job was finished promptly in consecutive days. John is very responsive to questions/issues, which, in my view, sets his business apart from most others. Pricing was reasonable. I would highly recommend!"
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

There are a few different types of finishes to choose from for the final step of the project. 

Water-based polyurethane sealants emit fewer odors and fumes but dry quickly, which can pose a challenge when trying to get a smooth coat. Oil-based polyurethane sealants let out more odors and fumes into the air (it’s especially important to wear a respirator if you choose this type), but they take longer to dry, which can be more forgiving during the finishing step. 

Some may prefer wood oil to polyurethane because rather than creating a layer, it becomes part of the wood. Wood oil takes longer to dry, and is less resistant to wear and tear; however, it creates a natural-looking result by enhancing the grain of the wood. 

If the installer is unwilling to fix the problems and you’re not interested in seeking remediation, you could hide a visually unpleasant floor. This will only work if the floor is structurally sound and the only issue you have is the way it looks. The easiest way to do this is to use large area rugs. You can also paint the floor, although that’s a labor-intensive job if you want to go the DIY route.

For rooms with an even number of feet (10 x 12, for example), you can technically just multiply them together to get the number of square feet in the room (10 feet x 12 feet = 120 sq. ft.). For irregularly shaped rooms or areas that aren’t even square feet, converting to inches will be your best bet for an accurate measurement.

A stair runner can be cheaper than a carpet and will definitely save money over the cost of refinishing hardwood floors and stairs. The price depends, however, on the fabric and quality of the runner. A wool stair runner can be more expensive than an inexpensive polyester carpet and vice versa. Keep an eye on your budget, knowing that the higher quality the carpet and the carpet pad, the better the carpet will wear over time.

As with anything you buy, be wary of prices that seem too good to be true. Some low-cost flooring products can contain chemicals that release harmful VOCs (volatile organic compounds) in the form of fumes that can be inhaled or dust that can cause skin conditions.

Even good-quality products can be dangerous for DIY-ers who don’t take proper precautions. Always carefully read manufacturer instructions and wear the recommended protective gear when working with paints and other chemicals. You can also hire a local garage flooring pro with the experience and equipment needed to perform the installation safely with no lingering fumes or debris.

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