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Abby ingle
New to Angi
Carpets or Rugs - Clean OffsiteCarpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Lily, KY and surrounding areas

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I’m young and I have a very strong desire to work and provide for others. My dream job is to be a wedding/event designer and I’m very efficient at cleaning . I’ve been in the job industry since I was 13 (now 20) I’ve done everything from babysitting to housecleaning to being a manager at a movie theater where my main qualities were cleanliness and customer satisfaction. You should hire me because I am very hard working and flexible with schedules and jobs as well as healthy and capable to do whatever needed. I also know a lot about how to design a home and make it look good as my dad is a realtor so I’ve been around the housing and hospitality marketing since I was a kid. I would love to have this job!

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That Guy Solutions
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Lily, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This guy actually helped with every phase of my tiny house. He helped with the compressed foundation, and once my building was set, he did all the floor installation, some initial rough in plumbing, framing and tongue and groove wall installation, as well as nterior trim work. Very reasonable prices on his work and sure to get my input and do things my way. I have found him to be very honest and a hard worker. Will definitely call on him for future projects."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elite Home Repairs & Improvements
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Lily, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He always answered my calls and showed up when he said he would. He did high quality work and was very reasonable on his pricing. He ended up doing a lot of various projects once he was here, and was very pleasant and up front with everything. He also finished everything in a very timely manner! I would definitely recommend him and will use him for future projects!"
kitchen
double vanities
kitchen
walk in shower
custom porch swing

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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Magna-Dry
New to Angi
Carpets or Rugs - Clean OffsiteCarpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Lily, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Magna Dry Carpet & Upholstery Care is your one stop for all of your carpet and upholstery cleaning needs. Carpet dry cleaning offers superior stain removal with minimal dry time and is recommended by many carpet retailers as the preferred long-term method of carpet care. The professionals at Magna Dry offer quality service and understand that each service call is to be regarded as a personal invitation from a customer into their home. You can trust us to offer courtesy, respect, and attention to detail with satisfaction guaranteed. We offer quick thorough cleaning that is usually dry in 2-3 hours. We clean all types of carpeting and fine rugs as well as maintenance on many hard surface flooring.

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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

Carpet is an effective natural insulator, so it will make a room slightly warmer than laminate. The material’s insulating properties also make carpeted rooms more efficient for temperature regulation.

If you’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’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.

While it is possible to install carpet yourself, it is a challenging DIY project that requires precise measurement, proper cutting skills, and knowledge of correct installation techniques. The process involves multiple steps, including removing old flooring, installing underlayment and tack strips, and stretching the carpet to prevent wrinkles, which can take several days to complete.

Before starting, consider these factors:

  • Warranty: Many manufacturers' warranties are voided if the carpet is not installed by a professional.

  • Tools: You will need to buy or rent specialized equipment like a knee kicker, carpet stretcher, and seam roller.

  • Complexity: DIY installation is most suitable for simple, straightforward rooms. Projects involving stairs or floor vents are significantly more difficult.

  • Cost: While you can save on labor, the cost of tools plus the risk of expensive mistakes—which may require re-installation—can make hiring a professional more cost-effective in the long run.

Given the potential for errors, voided warranties, and the need for special tools, hiring a local carpet installer is often recommended to ensure the job is done correctly and safely.

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.

If the stairs are already covered in carpet, you will need to remove the old carpet and possibly the carpet pad. Any damage to the stairs like cracks, loose boards, or creaky treads may also need to be repaired. You may also want to sand and refinish or paint wood stairs before installing a carpet runner.

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