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Avatar for Hew's Carpet Care
Hew's Carpet Care
4.9(
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Serving Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My wall to wall carpets were a disaster. Hews Carpet Care LLC saved them. Now I don't have to buy replacement carpeting. The price was reasonable for the amount of carpet I have."
Response time5 hrs
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Total Flooring Solutions, Inc.
4.8(
347
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Serving Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Stair case carpet replacement. Looks amazing, they were very fast and cleaned up after themselves. The carpet and padding also feeling great!"
Response time6 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Kashan Carpet Care, Inc.
4.8(
177
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Serving Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company, Danny and hot people are great. They are a full service flooring company I learned. Hardwood, carpet, tile. I'll keep that in mind for sure."
Danny Kashany In Mold Remediation Job, Washington
Water Damage Restoration in Takoma Park, MD
Water Damage Restoration in Takoma Park, MD
Water Extraction from the carpet + Padding Removal
Removing the Baseboard + Drywall + Insulation

+6

Response time11 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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My Carpet Cleaning & Restoration Service
4.9(
457
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Serving Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich was a true professional from the walk through and estimate to performing the carpet cleaning. He explained the process and is very reasonably priced. He cleaned the carpet of a 3 story townhome. The carpet had not been cleaned for many years. The carpet looks like new after the cleaning. It took approximately 4 hours to complete the job. I would highly recommend Rich for all your carpet needs. He also referred me to a contractor that was able to fix a roll in the carpet prior to cleaning."
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Response time2 days
Response rate98%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Maryland Carpet Cleaning Services, LLC
4.8(
54
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Serving Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I?m very happy with the work Stan from Maryland Carpet Cleaning Services did for me! Our carpets were long overdue for a deep cleaning. After he cleaned five rooms, a staircase and an extra long hallway, the carpets look like new!!! Next year (or sooner) I will definitely ask him to come again!"
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hydro Clean
4.6(
561
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Serving Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. Prompt, professional & courteous. Carpets looked great - kitchen tile and grout looked better than I could have hoped for 30+ years old tiles!! Would highly recommend and would use them again!"
"We are very pleased with the job Dave did for us today. He was prompt and very courteous and did a professional job cleaning our carpets. Thank you for keeping the planned schedule as promised. We will recommend your company to our family and friends.

Stan"
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+18

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Carpet Cleaning Services MD
4.8(
11
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Serving Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I couldn't be happier with the carpet cleaning service! The team was professional, friendly, and incredibly efficient from start to finish. They arrived on time, worked quickly, and did an amazing job bringing our carpets back to life. The pricing was very reasonable, especially considering the quality of the work. They were able to refresh areas I wasn't sure would ever look this good again. The carpets look and smell fantastic, and the whole house feels cleaner and brighter. If you're looking for a reliable, affordable carpet cleaning company that delivers excellent results, I highly recommend them. We will definitely be using their services again!"
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Residential Rug Care LLC
4.9(
13
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Serving Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Residential Rug Care came to our place in Alexandria, Virginia with their Free Pick Up and Delivery offer. Their price was unbeatable from the two other quotes I received. Brown and Davka arrived on time, their tall van was clean, they were very professional and carefully removed our wool carpets from living and dining room. Both were returned with the stains removed, without fringe or stitching damages and the extreme cleanliness showed noticeable improvements in look and feel to the touch. Our first time using them and will refer to our friends also."
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New Fringe
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

It is not recommended to install or stretch a carpet without a power stretcher. Skipping essential tools like a power stretcher and a knee kicker will likely result in an improper installation, leaving you with wrinkles, creases, and an unappealing final look. While a knee kicker can provide some limited stretching for thinner carpets, it is not a proper substitute. Attempting to stretch a carpet by hand or with homemade tools can also shorten its lifespan. For the best results, you should buy or rent a stretcher. If you do not want to use a stretcher, it is better to hire a professional for the installation.

DIY is possible for small areas. Professional installation ensures proper stretching and a polished finish.

Carpet tiles are less expensive than traditional carpet. The average cost of carpet installation is $1,800, or $3 to $11 per square foot. In comparison, carpet tiles cost $2.50 to $11 apiece and can often be bought in bulk cartons. Since you can more easily DIY carpet tiles, you may be able to save on installation costs, too.

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.

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.

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