Can I install carpet myself?

<div>While it’s possible to install carpet yourself, it’s best to hire a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/carpet-installation/">local carpet installer</a> to ensure it’s done correctly and safely. Before installing carpet yourself, check whether the manufacturer’s warranty will remain intact. Many manufacturer’s warranties won’t cover the cost of materials under the warranty if it wasn’t installed by a pro. In addition, you should only install carpet yourself if you’re familiar with the tools required and if the installation is straightforward, not involving things such as floor vents or stairs. </div>

How do I keep my new carpet clean?

<div>Keeping your new carpet clean is vital to extending its longevity. Vacuuming regularly—at least once a week—can help remove dirt, debris, and pet hair. Instead of waiting, treating stains as they appear helps keep your carpet fibers looking fresh. Remember to blot rather than rub, rubbing will only make the stain larger. It’s ideal to hire a professional carpet cleaning service to conduct a deep cleaning of your carpets a few times per year. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-carpet-cleaning-cost.htm">cost of professional carpet cleaning</a> is $180 on average, which can help remove tough stains, draw out hidden dust and allergens, and eliminate odors. </div>

What are the different types of carpets?

<div>There are many <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-types-carpet-fibers.htm">different types of carpets</a> for you to choose from. When choosing a carpet, it’s essential to consider the following:<ul><li>Fiber: Describes what your carpet is made of, such as polyester, wool, nylon, or acrylic. </li><li>Pile type: Explains how your carpet looks. Your carpet fibers can be looped, twisted, cut, or woven.</li><li>Pile height: Describes the length of your carpet. You can choose a low, medium, or high pile.</li><li>Density: Refers to how close yarn fibers are to each other. </li></ul></div>

How much does carpet installation cost?

<div>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/carpet-installation-cost-and-advantages.htm">cost to install carpet</a> is $1,780 on average for 330 square feet, the size of an average living room. This cost could range from $200 to $5,000, depending on the amount of carpet, material, and type of carpet. If you need 500 square feet of carpet, it’ll cost $1,500 to $5,500, while 1,000 square feet of carpet costs $3,000 to $11,000. Polyester is one of the more affordable options, ranging from $1 to $3 per square foot. Wool is a more luxurious option, ranging from $4 to $20 per square foot. </div>

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Reviewed in April 2023
Frank, Faris, and their crews did a great job installing the carpet. Highly recommend if you are looking to install new flooring!
High Quality Flooring
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Reviewed in April 2017
Everything went smoothly, Carpet install was great.
Empire Today - Chicago
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Reviewed in August 2015
We had a great experience with NFWC. Charles was very friendly and personable from providing an estimate, to coordinating installation to following up to confirm our needs were met. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for carpet installation.
Nationwide Floor & Window Coverings
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Reviewed in February 2014
They did bring carpet samples to the house which is why we selected them. The price was OK. Carpet quality was very poor. We did not want poor quality carpet. My wife was looking for a particular color scheme but they did not tell us that what we selected was low grade carpet. We wanted...
ISKALIS AMERICAN FLOOR SHOW
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Reviewed in July 2012
I visited the Northbrook show room several times, searching for the carpet fabric, texture and color I wanted. I was allowed to bring home numerous samples. I also met with the sales person for window treatments and provided with ideas and guidance to suit my needs. A person came to my home...
Lewis Floor & Home
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Reviewed in May 2012
He did a god job installing the new carpet and he will be coming out to do some carpet cleaning in our home as well.
MANAS TORCOM
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Reviewed in December 2011
We contacted Carpet Central regarding hardwood and carpet. Mike (the owner) came out and spent a great deal of time explaining the issues that we were dealing with regarding installing a hardwood floor on a slab. He took the time to measure and consider the height issues that we had to deal...
Carpet Central & Hardwood Flooring Inc
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Reviewed in September 2011
I went to the store to pick out the carpet. While there, they wrote up the order and scheduled an appointment for someone to come out and measure the room. After the measurement, the gave me a final estimate. It was a very reasonable price, so I accepted it and had the carpet installed. The...
LOWE'S
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Reviewed in July 2006
Absolutely the most HORRIBLE experience. The installers arrived late, brought the wrong carpet padding, took TWELVE (12) hours to install only 4 rooms of carpet, rolled out my brand new carpet in the middle of the greasy dirty street to cut it! The workers didn't look like they were very...
BANTER FLOOR COVERING INC
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Reviewed in May 2006
I was told the carpeting would be in the store in 5 days and installed the folowing week. I waited 3 weeks for the carpeting to come in and another week for installation. The installers were supposed to be here between 10:00 and 1:00. They called at 11:30 and said they would be here between 1:00...
HOME DEPOT
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Carpet installation pros in Norridge

9 years of experience

NEGC Remodeling, A Nosal Enterprise, LLC Company, specializes in general construction services in the Chicago Land area. We are licensed, insured and bonded. We have a combined of 40+ years in the construction field. We understand the importance of staying on time and on budget, because on top of construction we also invest in real estate. Always FREE Estimates. All our estimates come with a price guarantee! We strive to provide consistency, reliability, and speed. Learn more by checking out our website. Tell us about your project.

Unique Home Remodeling

237 Healy Avenue

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Unique Home Remodeling

237 Healy Avenue

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20 years of experience

We work with major companies that deal with fire and water restoration, where we will restore your house to a home after the clean up of a disaster. We also renovate homes that haven't had a disaster.

13 years of experience

We do property management work. We make ready units for rent or sell. We do all section 8 inspection. We can do it all

8 years of experience

We have a large selection of Carpet Remnants ready to go. We provide carpet for both residential and commercial customers. Wholesale prices Tax Included.

11 years of experience

We strive to provide our customers with the highest grade work, with a more then fair price. We do take sub work, depending on how busy we are at the moment.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Patriot Painting strives to be the premier painting company in the Chicagoland area. While some of our competition has a main focus of speedy and careless jobs, we understand that quality and professionalism is the deciding factor when working with customers. Quality and your approval is our biggest concern.

"Needing a quick repair after some lighting installation - Mike was quick to respond to my request. He explained the entire process thoroughly from start to finish; he communicated clearly to set expectations prior to repair. He arrived promptly to start the work and kept the work area clean. Drywall is an art and Mike surely possesses the finesse for a perfect repair. His patch installation was flawless; I hardly had to do any sanding / touch up once dried and prior to painting. He even added a few pointers to ensure a perfect final result. He was very courteous, informative, and quite the perfectionist - he definitely exceeded my expectations and did an excellent job . It was an absolute pleasure working with Mike and I could not be happier with the service provided and the end result. I highly recommend Patriot Painting and look forward to working with them in my future projects. Thanks again Mike!! =)"

Julio K on April 2018

Jump Co Granite & Stone

211 Bradley Ct

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Jump Co Granite & Stone

211 Bradley Ct

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Whether you have small projects or big expectations our team of contractors have extensive experience to fit your needs. Our goal for you is to provide you with the updates you’ve always wanted at a reasonable price and a timely manner. We got our start shortly after the recession while taking dilapidated properties and turning them from a property to a home. Our teams of contractors have tackled some of the most complex renovation projects while retrofitting old architecture with a modern touch.

L&D CONSTRUCTION

7814 S Winchester Ave

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L&D CONSTRUCTION

7814 S Winchester Ave

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14 years of experience

Renovation and finished basement, kitchen and baths. Residential and commercial construction and repairs

"Terrible experience. Dakota was awful at responding to any emails, calls, or texts. We essentially contracted with him and the morning he was supposed to start work, he said he was COVID-positive and would get back to us about rescheduling. We never heard from him or anyone at L&D Construction again. Completely unreliable and unprofessional."

Christina F on January 2021

Renovation and finished basement, kitchen and baths. Residential and commercial construction and repairs

Christina F on January 2021

Melodic LLC

109 North Harvard Avenue

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Melodic LLC

109 North Harvard Avenue

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9 years of experience

Melodic LLC (Renovation, Restoration and Repair) is a home and comercial remodeling company. We serve the greater Chicagoland area and specialize in custom kitchens, bathrooms, basements and general remodeling projects. We provide full interior paint and refinishing services. Melodic LLC also creates and installs custom built in furniture and fine carpentry pieces. We look forward to speaking with you about your next project!

"The worst experience we have ever had. BE AWARE - they are in no way a professional contracting service. We have had so many issues after their work was performed from plumbing leaks to electrical shorts, misaligned cabinetry and a voided floor warranty because they INCORRECTLY installed cabinetry on top of the new floor. Not to mention they did not first spread sufficient leveler to the floor leaving us with "pits" and squeaky flooring now. Whole project was a **** show. Obvious they pray on senior citizens and DO NOT stand behind their word or work. Finally proceeding with a lawsuit to recoup flooring costs and additional issues as they have ignored all requests to finish their work and correct issues. Once again THESE ARE NOT PROFESIONAL CONTRACTORS. If I could give negative stars I would. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED."

Matt M on November 2024

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FAQs for carpet installation projects in Norridge, IL

While it’s possible to install carpet yourself, it’s best to hire a local carpet installer to ensure it’s done correctly and safely. Before installing carpet yourself, check whether the manufacturer’s warranty will remain intact. Many manufacturer’s warranties won’t cover the cost of materials under the warranty if it wasn’t installed by a pro. In addition, you should only install carpet yourself if you’re familiar with the tools required and if the installation is straightforward, not involving things such as floor vents or stairs.

Keeping your new carpet clean is vital to extending its longevity. Vacuuming regularly—at least once a week—can help remove dirt, debris, and pet hair. Instead of waiting, treating stains as they appear helps keep your carpet fibers looking fresh. Remember to blot rather than rub, rubbing will only make the stain larger.

It’s ideal to hire a professional carpet cleaning service to conduct a deep cleaning of your carpets a few times per year. The cost of professional carpet cleaning is $180 on average, which can help remove tough stains, draw out hidden dust and allergens, and eliminate odors.

There are many different types of carpets for you to choose from. When choosing a carpet, it’s essential to consider the following:

Fiber: Describes what your carpet is made of, such as polyester, wool, nylon, or acrylic.
Pile type: Explains how your carpet looks. Your carpet fibers can be looped, twisted, cut, or woven.
Pile height: Describes the length of your carpet. You can choose a low, medium, or high pile.
Density: Refers to how close yarn fibers are to each other.

Carpets can last between five and 15 years. The longevity of your carpet is dependent on a few factors, including its type, cushion, fibers, and amount of foot traffic. The type of carpet you have paired with the material impacts its life span tremendously and the foot traffic it endures.

If your carpet is 20 years or older, replace it soon to avoid potential odors and overly-worn spots. You should consider replacing it sooner if it has stains, water damage, smelly odor, matting, or color loss.

The cost to install carpet is $1,780 on average for 330 square feet, the size of an average living room. This cost could range from $200 to $5,000, depending on the amount of carpet, material, and type of carpet.

If you need 500 square feet of carpet, it’ll cost $1,500 to $5,500, while 1,000 square feet of carpet costs $3,000 to $11,000. Polyester is one of the more affordable options, ranging from $1 to $3 per square foot. Wool is a more luxurious option, ranging from $4 to $20 per square foot.

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