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Hammond's Comfort Cleaning
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Serving Decatur, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"I had doubts that the carpets would be able to be cleaned. I was so amazed at the care and patience that was put in to the cleaning. The carpets look great and my only regrets that I didn't take a before and after pictures. If you want someone that will put their knowledge and experience in doing the job right, then look no further than Hammond's Comfort Cleaning. I would give more than 5 Stars if possible."
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Mighty Migos
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Serving Decatur, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

"The work was completed on time and was excellent we could not be more happy with the way it turned out. The workers are respectful and made us feel included in every part of the process. I recommend this company to anyone and I’ll definitely be hiring them again!"
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Fiber-Seal of Southern Mississippi
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Serving Decatur, MS and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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"I was very impressed with his ability and knowledge to remove stains from our furniture. I was actually thinking we would have to replace it. However, his hard work and dedication saved us a ton of money."
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

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.

There are a couple of color options to consider when installing carpet in high-traffic areas (like entrances and stairways). Medium-toned colors and patterned carpets can work well in these parts of your home because dirt and stains can blend in easily. Dark carpets will also conceal marks and spills, but they show lint and other light-colored debris. Consider a medium brown or tan for your high-traffic areas. Either way, it’s best to avoid paler shades, like white and cream, which get dirty easily.

Stain-resistant carpet might be worth it for your household if you have children or pets and expect spills to happen. While it may cost more than you expected upfront, you may save money in the long run if you have to replace your carpet less frequently (thanks to stains not absorbing down into the fibers). 

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.

If you don’t put padding under your carpet, the carpet won’t be protected from wear on the underside. This could result in a shorter life span for your carpet and increased carpet repair costs over time. An unpadded carpet can also be less comfortable to walk on, depending on your subfloor and the type of carpet.

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