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Avatar for Mr Carpet Shop at Home
Mr Carpet Shop at Home
4.9(
787
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
Our Plush Sample Book
A Plush Close Up
Some of Our Plush Carpets
Our Cut & Loop Sample Book
A Cut & Loop Close Up

+8

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Adams Carpet Care
4.9(
81
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean OffsiteCarpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John Adams and his associate did a great job. Picked my rugs up, cleaned them beautifully and relaid them in 7 days. Professional, on time - will recommend them to all my relatives and friends. Thanks Adams Carpet Care"
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Equipment
Stairs
Stairs
Before

+24

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Exposition Carpet
4.8(
37
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had the carpeting replaced in one of the bedrooms. Expo sent me sample photos of carpets by email so I could choose a carpet over the phone. Dina, the salesperson, was very helpful. The installer was terrific. He got there right on time and took out the old carpeting and hauled it away and then installed the new carpet in two hours.It looks beautiful. I'm really pleased with the service I got. I have used Expo several times before and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone."
Urban Exotics Cherry-Russet
Light and Medium Traditional
Ceylon
Shaw Laminate - Natural Splendor
Additional Photos

+2

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Heaven's Best Carpet Cleaning of Northern Illinois
5.0(
48
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at HomeCarpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They are a professional honest and very hard working. They cleans my stair runners that were ruined from a a previous carpet cleaner. They weee burnt. W yellow green color. But Ryan was able to fix and now they have the soft gray color they were before. I had 2 different companies try to fix stair runners, but just made it worse. They cleaned and scotch guard my t1st floor tile floors. I forgot how pretty they are and the grout is beautiful. Same with my master bath marble. The rugs look brand new and they are just a tad wet. . I will never use anyone else again. Also the price for the work they do is amazing."
Wood Floor Cleaning
Wood Floor Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Cleaning Carpeted Stairs

+16

Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
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Bella Custom Cleaning Ltd
4.7(
988
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at HomeCarpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1960

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great people to work with. Punctual, informative, did I mention carpet looks brand new?!"
Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Bill's Cleaning and flood restoration
4.8(
27
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean OffsiteCarpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I could not be more satisfied than I am with Bill's expertise. He was right on time and got started right away. He moved a big desk without any problem and efficiently handled the stairway, upper hall, dining room and living rooms all in a professional manner. I would recommend him very highly to anyone who needs carpet cleaning. I was skeptical because our carpet is 33 years old - BUT - no one would ever guess it after seeing how clean and soft to the touch it is now."
Carpwt cleaning
Carpwt cleaning
Carpwt cleaning
Upholstery cleaning
Upholstery cleaning

+37

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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Bella Custom Drapery and Carpet Cleaning, Ltd.
4.5(
154
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at HomeCarpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent customer service, professional, patient, and no one has ever gotten my carpets this clean!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

There could be several reasons why your carpet padding has adhered to the floor. Some of the most common reasons include:

  • There was intentional gluing or stapling to the surface.

  • The polyurethane and floor bonded over years of wear.

  • Pet urine, spills, or other substances leaked through the carpet and created a sticky surface.

If the carpeting in the home has not been changed in a long time, clearing off the padding underneath could be difficult. Pet urine can wreak havoc on carpeting and the flooring underneath. If you plan to reinstall carpeting, remember to use proper cleaning techniques for removing pet urine odors to prevent future problems.

No, it isn’t less expensive to install carpet compared to vinyl floors. The cost of installing carpet can range between $3 and $11 per square foot, so it falls just over the cost of installing vinyl flooring, at an average of $3 to $7 per square foot. High-quality carpeting can also range much higher, even up to $20 per square foot.

While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

Yes, carpeted stairs are generally considered safer than stairs with hard surfaces like wood, vinyl, or tile. Carpet provides more traction, which helps reduce the chances of slips and falls, and its cushioning can lessen the severity of an injury if a fall does occur. Hard surfaces often lack the friction needed for a secure tread and can be quite slippery.

However, it's worth noting that some carpets can also be slick, particularly if they are brand new, dirty, or made from certain materials. If any stair surface feels too slippery, traction treads can be added to most materials to increase grip and improve safety.

When installing carpeting on your steps, start at the top and work your way to the bottom. That way, you can easily control the carpet and create a better seal. This approach prevents the carpet from bunching up or creating wrinkles as you work. You’ll have better leverage over it as gravity helps guide it down each step.

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