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Avatar for Miracle Carpet Care
Miracle Carpet Care
4.9(
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Oak Park, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a pleasant experience with Miracle Carpet Care. They were very professional as well as courteous and did an excellent job cleaning the carpet. I would definitely recommend this company."
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West Bloomfield Carpet Cleaning
West Bloomfield Carpet Cleaning
Large basement area
West Bloomfield Carpet Cleaning

+79

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Best Master Carpet, LLC
5.0(
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchCarpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For Business

Serving Oak Park, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quick response, fair price. Removed carpet, repaired squeaky sub floor, replaced pad and stretched/re-laid carpet in 2 rooms and hallway; replaced carpet in the other 2. Prompt and friendly, moved furniture, worked fast, cleaned up! Highly recommend."
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+26

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Recommended by35%of homeowners
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Epic Floors, LLC
4.9(
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Carpet - Install

Serving Oak Park, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were very pleased with the outcome in our basement with the new carpeting. Their service was excellent along with the install of carpeting. I highly recommend Unique Floors Inc."
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Carpet install
Carpet install

+61

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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TOPNOTCH CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING LLC
4.9(
13
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Oak Park, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Top-notch service from Topnotch Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning! They did an amazing job on my carpets and made them look and smell so fresh and clean. They were professional, friendly, and paid attention to detail. I’m very pleased with the results and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable carpet and upholstery cleaning service. I’ll definitely be using them again!"
Upholstery cleaning
Upholstery cleaning
Upholstery cleaning
Upholstery cleaning
Upholstery cleaning

+3

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SANITAS PRIME CLEANING & RESTORATION SERVICES, LLC
5.0(
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Oak Park, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired Christopher for detailing the car. We needed the seats and mats of the car cleaned. Extremely professional, punctual and attention to detail was spot on. The seats looked brand new. Will definitely be hiring him again for carpet cleaning"
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Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Floors by Michael
4.6(
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Carpet - Install

Serving Oak Park, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1951

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The choice of floors was excellent. The The salespeople were very informative and patient. The installers did expert work. The office people were helpful. Every one of these people were pleasant. We are completely satisfied."
Michaels Flooring
Michaels Flooring
Michaels Flooring
Michaels Flooring
Michaels Flooring

+11

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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.

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.

It is normal to glue carpet down, though it’s not the only or the most popular method of installing carpet. Modern techniques include tack strips and stretching the carpet, but you might still find glued carpet in older homes or a home with a DIY’d past. Removing a glued-down carpet will be harder compared to other methods of installation.

Avoid plush, high-pile, or thick carpets on your stairs because they can increase the risk of slipping and wear down quickly in busy homes. Also, ensure the carpet you install is stain-resistant, particularly if you select a light color.

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