Is it cheaper to install carpet or vinyl flooring?

• <div><p>No, it isn’t less expensive to install carpet compared to vinyl floors. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/carpet-installation-cost-and-advantages.htm">cost of installing carpet</a> can range between $3 and $11 per square foot, so it falls just over the cost of installing vinyl flooring, at an average of $3 to $7 per square foot. High-quality carpeting can also range much higher, even up to $20 per square foot.</p></div>

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Q: What happens to cork flooring when it gets wet?

• <div><p>One of the upsides of cork flooring is that it's mold-resistant, so you don't have to worry about mildew or mold growth on wet cork. However, you should always clean up any moisture as soon as possible and use as little water as you need when cleaning. This will help you avoid issues like buckling or swelling in your cork flooring, which often requires replacement, and prevent moisture from seeping into your subfloor, which can cause the dreaded mold or mildew problems.</p></div>

Q: Is it cheaper to install carpet or vinyl flooring?

• <div><p>No, it isn&rsquo;t less expensive to install carpet compared to vinyl floors. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/carpet-installation-cost-and-advantages.htm">cost of installing carpet</a> can range between $3 and $11 per square foot, so it falls just over the cost of installing vinyl flooring, at an average of $3 to $7 per square foot. High-quality carpeting can also range much higher, even up to $20 per square foot.</p></div>

Q: Does the subfloor go under the toilet flange?

• <div><p>The toilet flange anchors to the subfloor, usually with wood screws or cement screws, but most of it should sit above floor level at full height. When a flange is flush with the subfloor or below it, it can lead to the creation of leak paths.</p></div>

Q: Is carpet glue permanent?

• <div><p>Carpet glue is very sticky, but it's not permanent. The glue usually lasts as long as a typical carpet installation, which is<b> five to 15 years</b>. For the best results, you should always use the right type of carpet glue for the area you're using it in. There are carpet glues for high-traffic areas, which are more high-quality and durable than others.</p></div>

Q: How to fix squeaky floorboards without removing carpet?

• <div><p>While it may not always be ideal, you can fix a squeaky floorboard without removing the carpet. Pros use specialized carpet screws and drive them through the carpet into the subfloor, securing floorboards. They may also use nails instead of screws if they suspect the pile will get caught in the screw. While some types of carpet will hide the screws and nails, a low-pile carpet may not. </p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2017
It was great, the install process was not easy but they still got it done and finished our living room even though it was giving them problems. It has a clean professional look for a great price. We will be using them to install our hallway laminate flooring and new front door.
Haise Remodeling
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Reviewed in October 2017
Jerry is a very nice guy. He seems to really like what he does, but the quality of the work is where things go down hill. The job was supposed to take 4 to 5 days. He and his guys (both are son in-laws from what I recall) would show up on time but always be in a hurry to leave by 2 or 3pm....
Pepper's Painting
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Reviewed in May 2015
We had 2 other tile contractors before finding Myatt, and the differences in personal commitments, care, professionalism and final product were enormous. Myatt did an excellent job of a complex tile job, including a thick dry-mortar bed over an unlevel slab, mosaic floor tile, subway tile up...
Myatt Remodeling and Tile
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Reviewed in June 2014
tThe process is 3 fold, first you go to the store to set up a detail. That is where you pay $35.00 for the installer to come out to measure the area. They in turn send the information to Lowes, then you go back to the store to pick out everything you need. The installer will call you to set up a...
Lowe's - Shelbyville
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Reviewed in February 2013
We took down the vent hood & put it in the garage for painting. The workman came at the precise time we'd agreed upon. We had put Kraft paper under the hood to protect the floor, but he was careful enough to lay down even more. There was absolutely NO mess & the hood looks like new. After...
Bowles Electrostatic Painting
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Reviewed in March 2012
After meeting Joe at a home show, he came to our house and gave us an estimate. We agreed on price and was told they would contact us in a few days to set a date. The date set was in about 3 weeks. The team of 12 - 15 men arrived on the date we agreed on. They worked about 6 hours the first...
Case Foundation Systems
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Great Northern Home Services,LLC

Great Northern Home Services,LLC

Heavenly Handz Cleaning Service,LLC

Heavenly Handz Cleaning Service,LLC

BD Repairs

BD Repairs

Johnsons Custom carpentry and remodel

Johnsons Custom carpentry and remodel

Deckers Flooring

Deckers Flooring

BuildMyplace

BuildMyplace

Stones Do It All

Stones Do It All

Shaw's Classic Cleaning

Shaw's Classic Cleaning

Coast to Coast Kitchen & Bath

Coast to Coast Kitchen & Bath

Ragland Home Maintenance

Ragland Home Maintenance

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