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Avatar for Empire Today - Manchester
Empire Today - Manchester
3.5(
76
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Carpet - Install

Serving Salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We moved furniture from room to room and the guys installing the carpet helped us. We had a total of $1,800 ft of rug and they did it all within just a few short hours all the while helping us move all the furniture."
Carpet
Engineered Hardwood
Laminate
Luxury Vinyl
Solid Hardwood

+6

55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Nova Steam
5.0(
7
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Nova Steam is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Carpet & Upholstery
Carpet & Upholstery
Carpet & Upholstery
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Square Services
4.6(
29
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Carpet - Install

Serving Salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a front deck refinished. Carmen was fantastic, always answered the phone when I called and returned emails promptly. She s very professional and an asset to her business. Work guys were very polite, on time and kept work area very clean. Job was satisfactorily done."
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AA Flooring, Inc
5.0(
1
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchCarpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For Business

Serving Salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Quality Work at Affordable Prices - We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We specialize in a variety of residential carpet services to include carpet cleaning, installation, repair, refasten, and re-stretching. We also provide upholstery cleaning as well as tile and grout cleaning. We've earned a solid reputation in our 24 years of business, and pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Carpet Installation FAQs, 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.

Installing carpet tile takes a pro a few hours per room, while experienced DIYers may take a little longer. However, that does not factor in the time needed to remove the old carpet. Also, if there are issues with the subfloor, fixing it will add to the overall time it takes to complete the installation.

Experts advise that replacing carpeting can bring a 50% to 80% return on investment. However, new carpeting doesn’t necessarily add value to your overall home value. Because flooring value heavily depends on taste, it can be tricky to determine whether new carpet will increase your home sale price. Carpeting tends to be a renovation that increases overall comfort and aesthetics for your home, but it’s not a big factor in value.

Most projects take 1-3 days, depending on space size and complexity.

While not always required, experts recommend removing baseboards before removing old carpet and installing a new one. This practice leads to a smoother process and a cleaner, more professional-looking finish. Removing the baseboards allows for a seamless carpet installation without the risk of damaging either the carpet or the trim. It also provides a good opportunity to repaint or stain the baseboards and inspect the underlying wall for any issues. If you prefer a quicker option, you can carefully cut the old carpet along the edge of the baseboards, but this may result in a less polished installation for the new carpet.

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