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Top-Rated Carpet installation pros in Kensington - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Hew's Carpet Care
Hew's Carpet Care
4.9(
715
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at HomeCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchCarpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hew's Carpet was professional, on time and honored their price after 30 days. I love my carpet even more now after Hew's Carpet restretched my carpet. They even cleaned up after the service. I will most certainily used their service again."
Response time4 hrs
91 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for RENAISSANCE FLOOR & CARPET
RENAISSANCE FLOOR & CARPET
4.9(
272
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We've had carpet installed twice by Renaissance and both experiences were wonderful. They have an extensive selection of carpets and everyone we've worked with there has been knowledgeable about which options would be right for us. We've never been pressured to spend more than we wanted to, and have gotten a great value from their services. The first installation was for carpeting in part of our basement (pre-COVID). After a few months and one rambunctious kitten, we had some loose threads along the seam and called to have this repaired...well, then COVID hit and we cancelled the appointment and kind of forgot about the whole thing. Fast forward to about a month ago when we wanted to install carpet in our sunroom. I mentioned that we would also (finally!) like that seam repaired, and they ended up doing this free of charge without even a second thought about it! I was pleasantly surprised by this, and even more surprised to find that the repair is so seamless that I would never even know there was an issue at all. Very high quality work! We love the new carpet in our sunroom as well - both installations have gone smoothly, communication is great, and follow-up is also thorough. We will continue to use Renaissance for our needs and recommend them highly!"
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+5

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Midland Carpet Cleaning
Midland Carpet Cleaning
4.9(
39
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very pleased with the service provided by Mr. R. Jones. He was punctual , pleasant and professional. Our carpets look wonderful. We recommend Mr. Jones for your carpet cleaning needs. Pricing was reasonable."
Gaithersburg Carpet Cleaned
Mclean Carpet Cleaned
Gaithersburg Carpet Cleaned
Mclean Bedroom Cleaned
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+51

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
Avatar for Total Flooring Solutions, Inc.
Total Flooring Solutions, Inc.
4.8(
347
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Carpet - Install

Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Total flooring is great. I would highly recommend them for any carpet installation. I also had them stretch the wall to wall carpeting upstairs. It looks so much better now. Sebastian was professional, competent, experienced, and easy to work with. His team arrived on time and stretched the carpet upstairs and installed new carpet downstairs. The price was reasonable and I felt that I got great value for my money. J"
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
Avatar for My Carpet Cleaning & Restoration Service
My Carpet Cleaning & Restoration Service
4.9(
465
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at HomeCarpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Kensington, 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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carpet Installation FAQs, answered by experts

Several types of flooring can be installed over existing tile, provided the current tiles are in good condition. Options include vinyl, vinyl plank, laminate, engineered wood, hardwood, carpet, and cork. Among these, various types of vinyl and engineered wood are the most common choices due to their versatility. Alternatively, you can install new tiles on top of your current ones if you like tile floors but want to update the look. Before proceeding with any new flooring, it's crucial to ensure your existing tiles are not damaged; otherwise, they will need to be removed first.

Nylon carpet is widely considered one of the most durable and longest-lasting options, typically lasting 12 to 15 years. Its durability comes from its high resistance to wear, tear, stains, fading, and abrasions. It also resists liquid spills, insects, mold, and mildew, making it ideal for high-traffic areas like living rooms and hallways. For even greater longevity, frieze or Berber carpets are excellent choices that can last up to 20 to 25 years.

Beyond the material, a carpet's construction is key to its durability. Low-pile carpets with short, tight loops hold up better against wear than high-pile options. As a synthetic material, nylon is available in a vast range of colors and styles and often feels remarkably soft.

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.

The costs range from $3 to $10 per square foot, depending on the carpet type, labor, and subfloor preparation.

Carpet installation typically starts with removing the old flooring, preparing the subfloor, laying underpadding for cushioning, and securing the new carpet with tack strips, making precise cuts to fit room dimensions.

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