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Avatar for Superior Carpet Cleaning
Superior Carpet Cleaning
4.9(
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at HomeCarpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Watkins, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tom was WONDERFUL to work with - on time, professional, and did a great job! Our carpets look so much better! It's clear he takes his job seriously and is a true professional! Would definitely recommend his services to anyone looking to get their carpets cleaned . . . ."
http://www.vogscarpetcleaning.com
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Third Coast Flooring LLC
5.0(
5
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For Business

Serving Watkins, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Third Coast Flooring is a top-rated local flooring company specializing in carpet, luxury vinyl plank, luxury vinyl tile, and laminate installation. We help homeowners choose the right floor, install it correctly, and keep the entire process simple.\n\nWe bring the showroom to you with in-home visits, samples, and guidance so you can make decisions in your own space. With decades of combined experience and crews who focus only on flooring, we deliver clean installs, sharp detail work, and results that last.\n\nYou’ll get clear pricing, direct communication, and a team that stays involved from start to finish. Our reviews reflect the way we work: professional, reliable, and focused on doing the job right the first time.

Downtown Highrise
Downtown Highrise
Downtown Highrise
Living room
Stairs Luxury Vinyl Plank

+24

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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XL Carpet & Flooring
4.8(
12
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Watkins, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were referred to us by Pro Source. Offered a competitive bid for installation. The install had to go over 2 layers of pre-existing linoleum, and that represented special challenges.They were punctual, pleasant, polite, and did a lovely job. They encountered one issue regarding how to best put a trim piece in place between the kitchen and a carpeted room. That was left undone at the end of the day, but they called to apologize that the job wasn't done in one day. They apparently brainstormed on options, returned the next morning, offered a remedy, and again, did a lovely job.
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Spots Gone Carpet Cleaning & Restoration
Spots Gone Carpet Cleaning & Restoration
5.0(
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch+2 more

Serving Watkins, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic! Danny and his team came out fully prepared and accomplished all our needs in one day and the results were outstanding considering the shape of most of the units done were in my opinion at a replacement need but Wrong, These guys cleaned the carpets and did some restoration and brought the carpets back to life! Like new condition"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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651 Carpets
3.6(
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Watkins, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Once they have your money and have you sign a form you won't cancel you can't get ahold of them by phone or get them to call you back. They say granite will take one month. When I asked how thin their granite was and wanted it to be the thicker standard used by other companies they said it would have to be ordered. It took 3 months. I kept calling and got no response. I thought I had been scammed because they cashed the check the same day I wrote it. Poor quality granite was used in bathroom. Poorly cut granite by microwave. Carpet scraps were not hauled away."
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+10

Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Smooth Move Solutions
5.0(
17
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Watkins, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Fast, professional, and efficient. They hauled away all the construction debris from our bathroom demolition with zero hassle. On time, respectful of the space, and left everything clean. Highly recommend for any moving or junk removal service."
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+10

Response time2 days
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

Yes, professional installation services often include the removal and disposal of old flooring, which can include materials like carpet. This process may also involve preparing the subfloor for the new installation. It is recommended to confirm the full scope of the service with your provider.

If you’re using a carpet runner instead of a traditional carpet, pay attention to your width measurements. Instead of measuring the total width of your staircase with 2 added inches for foldover, simply measure the width you’d like the runner to cover. Runners generally come in standard sizes, so you may need to approximate what would look best in your space.

While it is possible to install carpet yourself, it is a challenging DIY project that requires precise measurement, proper cutting skills, and knowledge of correct installation techniques. The process involves multiple steps, including removing old flooring, installing underlayment and tack strips, and stretching the carpet to prevent wrinkles, which can take several days to complete.

Before starting, consider these factors:

  • Warranty: Many manufacturers' warranties are voided if the carpet is not installed by a professional.

  • Tools: You will need to buy or rent specialized equipment like a knee kicker, carpet stretcher, and seam roller.

  • Complexity: DIY installation is most suitable for simple, straightforward rooms. Projects involving stairs or floor vents are significantly more difficult.

  • Cost: While you can save on labor, the cost of tools plus the risk of expensive mistakes—which may require re-installation—can make hiring a professional more cost-effective in the long run.

Given the potential for errors, voided warranties, and the need for special tools, hiring a local carpet installer is often recommended to ensure the job is done correctly and safely.

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.

No, thick carpet padding isn’t necessarily better than thinner padding. The appropriate padding thickness will depend on the type of carpet and the amount of foot traffic in the area. 

For example, thick padding works well in low-traffic areas, like bedrooms, where you have soft and plush carpeting. However, thick carpet padding can damage low-pile carpet, which is used in the busiest parts of your home (like hallways and entryways). For that reason, it’s best to use thinner, heavier padding underneath carpet in high-traffic areas.

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