What are the pros and cons of installing carpet?

• <div><p>When choosing whether to install carpet in your home, consider the pros and cons of this change:</p><p>Pros</p><ul><li><p>More affordable than laminate flooring</p></li><li><p>Gives the room a warmer feel</p></li><li><p>Softer on feet</p></li><li><p>Wide variety of textures and colors</p></li><li><p>Hides dirt easily</p></li><li><p>Faster and easier to install</p></li></ul><p>Cons</p><ul><li><p>Shows wear and tear more quickly than laminate flooring</p></li><li><p>Shows stains</p></li><li><p>Soaks up liquids</p></li><li><p>May not work well in some areas, such as a bathroom</p></li><li><p>Less durable than laminate flooring</p></li><li><p>Susceptible to water damage, mold, and mildew</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Does carpet tile need padding?

• <div><p>Because carpet tiles are designed to adhere to the subfloor directly, it&rsquo;s usually not a good idea to install padding under them. Some carpet tiles come with padding attached to the tile if you prefer a cushier walking experience. In some cases, you can use a compact underlayment beneath your tiles, but you would likely need help from a pro to accomplish this type of installation. </p></div>

Q: How do you measure stairs for a carpet runner?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re using a carpet runner instead of a traditional carpet, pay attention to your width measurements. Instead of measuring the total width of your staircase with 2 added inches for foldover, simply measure the width you&rsquo;d like the runner to cover. Runners generally come in standard sizes, so you may need to approximate what would look best in your space.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to replace or clean your carpet?

• <div><p>If you find yourself dealing with an increase in allergies and a smell that always lingers, these are signs you need to replace your carpet . The moment cleaning no longer works is the moment you need to rip it up and replace it with a new carpet or new flooring like vinyl or laminate.</p></div>

Q: How do I choose the right carpet for my space?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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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 June 2015
Dallas came over the next day I called him to Shampo and disinfect the carpet in my entire basement. He was in and out in a good time and did a perfect job. I have used him for cleaning the carpets in our entire home and the job is always outstanding. He has a great personality and a good...
Carpet Cleaning Concepts by Dallas
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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 March 2014
After calling several carpet cleaners in the area, all said they could not clean the carpets in a rental that had allow dogs to urinate inside. Called Curt's Carpet Cleaning and he said he had used some chemicals in the past and would try them, but they were expensive and he couldn't guarantee...
Curt's Carpet Cleaning
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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 July 2013
It went great and I used them before to install a new hard drive. I will definitely be be using them in the futur.
Computer Medics of Kansas City LLC
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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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