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Avatar for Mr Carpet Shop at Home
Mr Carpet Shop at Home
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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

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"The entire process went pretty well. Bob (sales) called ahead of the appointed time in order to arrive early (yea!), and the installation team (JJ and two younger guys) arrived a bit earlier than expected (yea!). They quickly moved my big furniture and removed the old carpeting and pad. About seven hours later I had brand new carpeting to walk on! After I thoroughly vacuumed the new carpeting I didn't find any real problems except for one visible "seam peak" in the main floor area (and I believe this may become less visible over time)."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Exposition Carpet
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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
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Shaw Laminate - Natural Splendor
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Refloor - Chicago
4.8(
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Luxury Vinyl Flooring - Install - Materials Not Provided by ConsumerLaminate Wood or Stone Flooring - Install

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
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

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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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Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Epoxy Transformations
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Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"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
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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

Carpeting has a few benefits on stairs in addition to being a cost-effective floor covering. It absorbs sound, dampening footsteps. It also provides additional traction, which is especially important if you install linoleum floors, epoxy flooring, or any other floor covering that can become slippery if you’re wearing socks. Therefore, carpets can help prevent slips. 

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.

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.

If you also need to know how to fill the gap between the floor and the baseboard, it's best to use a flexible, paintable latex caulk. Clean the area thoroughly to remove dust and debris. Then, apply a smooth bead of caulk along the gap using a caulking gun, and use a caulk-smoothing tool to press and smooth it into place. If the gap is large, you may need to insert backer rod, such as a foam filler, before caulking. Once dry, paint the caulk to match the baseboard for a clean, seamless look.

The best flooring for radiant heat systems is tile, including porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone. These materials are excellent heat conductors, retain warmth well, and are waterproof, which prevents mold or rot in case of leaks from a hydronic system. Unlike wood, they do not pose a fire safety risk if the heating system overheats. Ceramic tile is a particularly popular choice as it is inexpensive, easy to install, and available in many styles, making it ideal for spaces like bathrooms. Other flooring types that work well with radiant heat include laminate, engineered wood, and vinyl. If you are installing radiant heating over a concrete slab, especially in a basement, it is advisable to install a vapor barrier first to prevent issues with moisture and condensation.

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