Why are stairs so expensive to carpet?

• <div><p>Installing carpet on stairs involves a lot more cutting, tucking, tack strips, and time. The shape of your staircase, along with the material and construction of the carpet you’re installing, will also increase the cost. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-carpet-stairs.htm">Carpet installation on stairs will cost</a> $400 to $800 in total, but it can go as high as $2,500 for difficult staircases, such as wrap-around, upholstered, or spiral staircases.</p></div>

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Q: When should I repair versus clean versus remove and replace my carpeting?

• <div><p>There are a few things to think about if you&rsquo;re deciding whether to repair or replace your carpeting. For starters, consider the extent of the damage and the age of your carpet. If there are minor rips and snags and your carpet is still relatively new, it might make more sense to just replace the affected section. Otherwise, if your carpet is nearing that decade mark or has widespread damage, it&rsquo;s more logical to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-signs-you-need-replace-your-carpet.htm">replace your carpet</a> entirely.</p></div>

Q: How do you prepare stairs for a stair runner?

• <div><p>If the stairs are already covered in carpet, you will need to remove the old carpet and possibly the carpet pad. Any damage to the stairs like cracks, loose boards, or creaky treads may also need to be repaired. You may also want to sand and refinish or paint wood stairs before installing a carpet runner.</p></div>

Q: Do you really need padding under carpet?

• <div><p>If you want your carpet to last as long as possible, then yes, you <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-i-need-carpet-padding.htm">need to install carpet padding</a>. Carpet padding creates a layer of protection between the back of your carpet and the floor beneath it, which decreases friction and reduces wear and tear. Aside from that, carpet padding also helps absorb noise and makes your carpet feel more comfortable underfoot.</p></div>

Q: Is a stair runner cheaper than a carpet?

• <div><p>A stair runner can be cheaper than a carpet and will definitely save money over the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hardwood-floor-refinishing-cost-and-other-factors.htm">cost of refinishing hardwood floors</a> and stairs. The price depends, however, on the fabric and quality of the runner. A wool stair runner can be more expensive than an inexpensive polyester carpet and vice versa. Keep an eye on your budget, knowing that the higher quality the carpet and the carpet pad, the better the carpet will wear over time.</p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2023
Excellent installation and timely completion. Highly recommend.
D.R. Electric
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Reviewed in July 2017
Todd did an excellent job cleaning the carpets in a home we just purchased. Carpets look and feel new again. I would highly recommend him for your flooring needs.
Almost New Floor Cleaning
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Reviewed in March 2017
Marie and Nick were very nice and professional. They took extra time to clean the l problem areas I pointed out, as well as others they found. My 23 year old carpet looks great!
Greenway Carpet Care of Boone
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Reviewed in November 2016
Leo was prompt, helpful, clean and organized. He did a great job on our bathroom floor and our carpeting. I highly recommend his services and would use him again.
Flooring Specialist LLC
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Reviewed in May 2015
We visited Munday Hardwoods to select from among the flooring options. They were very helpful. The price was very competitive and we decided to move forward. The showroom visit was on a Friday and the hardwoods were installed the next Friday. Materials were delivered to acclimate to the...
MUNDAY HARDWOODS
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Reviewed in March 2014
First , Lee came and taped my kitchen to totally enclose it and placed a dehumidifier and drier in place. He placed driers and a dehumidifier downstairs as well. He checked on them for 3 days and determined that carpet, pad and kitchen tile were drying. Also insured that the beams and under...
1-800 Water Damage
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Reviewed in December 2013
Cleaned carpets - great results on tired old carpets.
Heaven's Best Services
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Reviewed in October 2013
The arrived on time. Helped me and my husband move some furniture, and then began a step by step process that he explained in detail.; and began to work in the living room. I also had an oriental rug on top of the carpet in the dining room, and he cleaned that too. Carpets were finished and...
Palmetto Carpet & Tile Cleaners
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Reviewed in August 2013
Mike prepped our floors and installed hard wood flooring in our home. We had removed the old tile and the cement flooring under the tiles had had some mastic (?) applied to it to allow the tile to be secured. Mike applied a coating on the cement floors to allow the hardwood flooring to be...
Mike Giddens Inc
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Reviewed in May 2013
Midway Carpet & Tile were excellent. The sales person was very knowledgeable and she led me to the right direction, she led me to a pet carpet that I have never heard of. They were very helpful. The installation people were clean and they were very careful with the paint as my walls were newly...
MIDWAY CARPET & TILE
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