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Affordable ChemDry, LLC
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchCarpets or Rugs - Clean OffsiteCarpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Erath, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am a retired professional Interior Designer. Terry is very professional, polite, on schedule and does a remarkable job. I highly recommend terry for your upholstery and rug and carpet cleaning. He s excellent. Todd A. Zimmerman ASID retired status."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Serene Klean
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Erath, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are a great team. If you have any project or area of maintenance, these are the ones to call. I had a carpet full of stains and a lot of stuff on the floor. They organized my things and got the stains out as well as detailed my furniture and curtains. Overall great job!"
Response time5 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Gray's Advanced Cleaning
4.3(
2
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean OffsiteCarpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Erath, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He was quick and easy. He arrived before I went to work and was at my house when I arrived for lunch; everything was there, and the job looks great. I used him for other jobs for the carpet on my truck, in my house, and also at the place I work; they hired them to clean the carpet, and it loosened up."
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

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.

In most cases, you do not need to put padding or underlayment under carpet tiles. Unlike traditional carpet, which requires a separate pad, carpet tiles are designed to be installed directly onto a firm subfloor like plywood, concrete, or tile. Many carpet tiles come with a built-in underlay and attach with peel-and-stick adhesive, double-sided carpet tape, or glue. For a more comfortable, cushioned feel, especially in residential settings, you can opt for padded carpet tiles that have a thicker underlay attached. While it's generally not recommended to install a separate pad, a compact underlayment might be used in some situations, though this typically requires professional installation. An acoustic underlay may also be considered in commercial spaces or multi-level homes where noise reduction is a priority.

Yes. When installed properly, the strong adhesive on carpet tiles keeps them in place while also allowing homeowners the flexibility to peel up an individual tile and replace it if they need to. It’s important to keep in mind that the adhesive on your carpet tiles may take some time to cure, so it’s best to leave them alone for a couple of days after you first install them.

Yes, carpeted stairs are generally considered safer than stairs with hard surfaces like wood, vinyl, or tile. Carpet provides more traction, which helps reduce the chances of slips and falls, and its cushioning can lessen the severity of an injury if a fall does occur. Hard surfaces often lack the friction needed for a secure tread and can be quite slippery.

However, it's worth noting that some carpets can also be slick, particularly if they are brand new, dirty, or made from certain materials. If any stair surface feels too slippery, traction treads can be added to most materials to increase grip and improve safety.

Yes, installing laminate over carpet could negatively affect the resale value of your home. It’s no surprise that homebuyers prefer flooring that someone has installed according to industry standards. Laminate over carpet may raise concerns about the quality and stability of the flooring, impacting the overall perceived value of the property.

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