How can I save money on new carpet?

• <div><p>You can save money on labor costs by removing your old carpet before the professionals come in to install the new carpet. Just make sure to clear it with your contractor ahead of time. You might also be able to cut costs by <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-time-to-buy-carpet.htm">buying carpet at certain times of year</a> when it’s less expensive. These periods include late December to mid-January and late spring to early summer.</p></div>

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Q: How do professionals ensure effective adhesion?

• <div><p>Professionals ensure effective adhesion by choosing the right adhesive for the materials, preparing surfaces properly, and applying pressure as needed. This attention to detail ensures durable connections in various applications from construction to repairs.</p></div>

Q: Is it suitable for every carpet type?

• <div><p>No, it works best under synthetic carpets in high-traffic or moisture-prone areas. Avoid using moisture barrier padding under natural fiber carpets like wool, which need air circulation. The barrier can trap the moisture against natural fibers and cause problems. Also, you can skip it in low-risk areas like upstairs guest bedrooms, where the extra protection often isn't worth the added cost.</p></div>

Q: How many years does good carpet last?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-signs-you-need-replace-your-carpet.htm">Carpet lasts</a> between five and 15 years. However, your carpet's life span will depend on several factors, such as its type, cushion, and the amount of foot traffic it receives. After 10 years, most carpet will show some signs of wear and tear, which might include fading, wrinkling, and loss of texture.</p></div>

Q: Should you use a carpet repair kit?

• <div><p>While some carpet repair kits exist and only cost around $15, they are not usually appropriate for Berber repair. Typically, they include small pieces of fibers to use as patches, and Berber carpets are typically colored very differently from other kinds of carpets. This is why it is imperative to try and locate a spare piece of carpet from your original installation when you need to patch up an area. </p><p>In addition, the tools these kits include are often watered-down versions of the ones you can buy individually from your local hardware store (e.g., the glue in the kit will not be as strong as your hot glue gun or the double-sided carpet tape).</p></div>

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Last update on October 30, 2025

Reviewed in February 2021
Incredibly well, from our first meeting till the finished product we were well pleased. Amy was great to work with and her crew was professional and friendly. They moved the furniture and covered everything, including the carpets. After they finished, they cleaned everything up and left our home...
Cougar Painting
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Reviewed in August 2014
Joe was fantastic! He contacted me promptly, gave me a very reasonable price, and was here when he said he would be here! He cleaned the entire house (we have a big one!) and even got out spots/stains that previous carpet cleaners were unable tackle! He was very professional and did the job...
ALL AMERICAN CARPET CLEANING
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Reviewed in September 2013
We couldn't be happier. I've already recommended them to friends and family, because they were very quick to respond to all inquiries, punctual to appointments and fairly priced. I was also thrilled with their attention to detail. They made sure to cover the floor and any exposed surfaces to...
Signature Effects Inc - Formerly Freddy's Painting
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Reviewed in July 2013
The guys were great, very informative and worked extremely hard to clean a carpet that was very dirty. We just purchased the home and thought we needed to replace the carpet but with all of the expenses of new ownership we looked to Angie's list to buy some time before replacement. Well, the...
Bock's Steam Star
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Reviewed in June 2013
He was on time. Quick and efficient. The carpets look great.
R & L Carpet Upholstery Cleaning
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Reviewed in November 2012
I had a great experience with Serenity. We were preparing to move in, following a significant renovation and wanted to have the carpets cleaned, before moving furniture in. The Serenity team (two guys) showed up, right when they said they would and did exactly what they were supposed to do....
Serenity Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning
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Reviewed in February 2011
It went very well. They arrived on time and had the job done by the end of the day even though it was a lot of work. Carpet was installed in 5 rooms, a hallway and on stairs and vinyl floor covering was installed in the kitchen. All the existing carpet was hauled off and everything was left...
TYRER WHOLESALE FLOOR COVERING
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Reviewed in September 2010
Jeff was punctual and courteous upon arrival. He worked very hard while he was here. Asked to use the restroom, and was overall very friendly. He was accommodating to my dogs sniffing around wondering what he was doing. He explained all his products and how they worked. He also gave me advice on...
Voorhies Cleaning Systems
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Cameron Mayer Flooring

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YOUR ART & DECOR

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