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Empire Today - Chicago
3.4(
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Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"While installing the carpet,the installers scraped a bit of the freshly painted room( it was tight working conditions).They let me know right away instead of not saying anything. I was very impressed with that as well as the install and the time it took."
Carpet
Engineered Hardwood
Laminate
Luxury Vinyl
Solid Hardwood

+6

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DC77 Services, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Dave Cotton , Flooring Consultant , in partnership with Empire Today LLC, can offer you access to volume pricing from the #1 Specialty Carpet and Flooring company in the USA.\nYou can view samples of quality carpet and flooring in your own home at your convenience!\nCarpet, vinyl plank, hardwood, laminate and more are available , at both advertised, and unadvertised value add reduced pricing !\nNext day install, and financing available.\nBook an appointment through Dave Cotton, and get an additional $300 off PLUS the best deal on beautiful flooring from Empire Today!

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Supreme Flooring & More
5.0(
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Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job, the floor looks great and when finished cleaned everything up and they were super nice guys. Would totally use them again."
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Crystal Bleu Clean
5.0(
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Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a very good job. They were on time and very professional. They explained everything to us and we were very pleased with the service. They had an excellent pricing and customer service. I would recommend them to all."
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The Cleaningaholic
5.0(
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Serving Ottawa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"I had such a huge mess & Keyanna came in and gave me such a relief feeling when it smelled and looked so clean! I didn’t have time nor felt so great to do it myself & trusted her in getting my house cleaned and I will def have her come again as my person to trust that the job will get done! Thank you for your great work!"
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

In most cases, you do not need to put padding or underlayment under carpet tiles. Unlike traditional carpet, which requires a separate pad, carpet tiles are designed to be installed directly onto a firm subfloor like plywood, concrete, or tile. Many carpet tiles come with a built-in underlay and attach with peel-and-stick adhesive, double-sided carpet tape, or glue. For a more comfortable, cushioned feel, especially in residential settings, you can opt for padded carpet tiles that have a thicker underlay attached. While it's generally not recommended to install a separate pad, a compact underlayment might be used in some situations, though this typically requires professional installation. An acoustic underlay may also be considered in commercial spaces or multi-level homes where noise reduction is a priority.

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.

The type of flooring you choose for your bedroom comes down to personal preference. Many people prefer carpet over hard-surface flooring types (such as hardwood, tile, or stone) in their bedrooms because it’s warmer and cozier. Carpeting also helps muffle sound, which may benefit those who have trouble sleeping.

On the other hand, some folks prefer the look of hardwood over carpet. People with allergies might also opt for non-carpeted flooring since carpet fibers can attract dust, dander, and other allergens.

Choosing the right carpet involves assessing room usage, desired comfort levels, durability requirements, and stylistic preferences. Carpet fiber types and density should also be considered during the decision-making process.

Many DIYers and pros start installing flooring in the middle of a room to ensure a balanced, symmetrical layout, especially when using tiles or planks. This process is particularly helpful in odd-shaped rooms because it allows you to create a centerline from which to work. Beginning in the center will enable you to work toward the edges so the final layout feels intentional and centered, even if the walls aren’t perfectly square.

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