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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

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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
Light and Medium Traditional
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Shaw Laminate - Natural Splendor
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Refloor - Chicago
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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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2 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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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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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
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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

To prevent your dining room carpet from slipping, consider using rug pads or grippers underneath to provide traction and stability. Additionally, ensure the carpet is properly sized and secured to the floor to minimize movement. Regularly check and readjust the rug to maintain its position and safety under your dining room table.

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.

You can get away with stretching the carpet with some remaining items of furniture, so long as you have ready access to the parts of the carpet that require maintenance and you are not stretching through the furniture, as this leads to tears and fraying. Try to remove at least 50% of the furniture if you can’t remove it all.

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.

With so many vastly different options to choose from, how can you find an inexpensive garage floor that you can also confidently say is the best? The right solution will be different for everyone and truly depends on your individual needs and stylistic tastes.

If you’re working with a smaller budget, a low-cost coating such as paint, sealer, or stain might be the best way to express your style in the garage. If you need a high-performance surface that can handle the tough projects and maintenance you do in the garage, or if you want a wide range of colorful customization options, flexible tiles might be for you.

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