"Rick Blaisdell Flooring is top notch. They did a wonderful job on my basement floor. We went from concrete flooring and installed lvp. He had to put down some self leveling in some places. Everything look beautiful. Will definitely use Rick Blaisdell Flooring for all our flooring needs. Thank you"
"Ben was great at keeping me up to date on project details and expected completion. I am pleased with the flooring and backsplash that Footprints installed for me. Great attention to detail!"
CreteCraft Floor Solutions is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"We had a small "incident" in our garage which necessitated repair to our floor. Nate did our floor 5 years ago and it still looks great. He did some repair work and it looks great. Dependable, prompt and professional. Recommend callingl Nate Butcher for your garage floor needs."
"Ben was great at keeping me up to date on project details and expected completion. I am pleased with the flooring and backsplash that Footprints installed for me. Great attention to detail!"
"Donald Wayne is a very personable professional. He did the job as agreed upon, then went beyond what was required to make sure I received extra value for my money. He finished on time and invited me to inspect and approve the quality of his work before payment was made. Tiny flaws were immediately corrected to my satisfaction. I highly recommend Quality Flooring and will spread the word to my friends. Donald will be my first call for any future floor refinishing needs."
"Restored floors in a 1957 home and it was amazing to see how beautiful these floors came out. I was impressed with their employees. Job was completed on time."
"Pete and Neon installed my laminate wood floors, quarter round, and transition pieces for a great price. The transition pieces were cheaper and werent easy to install but they put in extra time to make sure everything looked great. I would highly recommend them."
Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts
It depends on the kind you choose, but some types of carpet padding can last for decades. For instance, flat rubber—which is dense, durable, and higher-priced than other padding materials—has a life span of up to 20 years. On the other hand, prime foam—a lower-priced material that often comes free with a carpet installation—lasts less than five years on average.
Carpet stretching can be a worthwhile investment to increase the lifespan of your carpet and eliminate unsightly wrinkles, ridges, and ripples. For an older carpet that is in relatively good condition aside from some wrinkling or bubbling, restretching can make it look like new and extend its life by at least a couple of years. You should consider restretching when you notice looseness or other related issues.
However, it's important to note that stretching will not fix issues like stains, wear in the pile, or discoloration. Consider replacing the carpet instead if the repair cost is more than 50% of the price of a new one. Additionally, if your carpet is past its expected lifespan of five to 15 years, or if it has been stretched multiple times already, replacement is likely a better option.
Sometimes, professional floor cleaning isn't enough to remove all the set-in grime and odors that have accumulated over the years. In other instances, your flooring might be nearing the end of its lifespan after more than a decade. If that's the case, it might be time to replace your flooring and start fresh.
The cost to install flooring ranges from $1,500 to $4,460 for a 500-square-foot room. The overall price you pay depends on the size of your room and the flooring type you choose.
No, squeaky floors do not always mean there is structural damage. The noise is often caused by friction from issues like loose floorboards, gaps between the subfloor and joists, or loose subflooring. While many squeaks are harmless, persistent or worsening noise could indicate a more severe problem. If you notice other signs of structural damage—such as soft or sagging floors, cracks running from the wall to the ceiling, or horizontal cracks in your foundation—it's best to have a professional inspect your floor to determine the root cause.
There are a couple of color options to consider when installing carpet in high-traffic areas (like entrances and stairways). Medium-toned colors and patterned carpets can work well in these parts of your home because dirt and stains can blend in easily. Dark carpets will also conceal marks and spills, but they show lint and other light-colored debris. Consider a medium brown or tan for your high-traffic areas. Either way, it’s best to avoid paler shades, like white and cream, which get dirty easily.
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