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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

76 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 - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

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 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.

Carpet tiles come with a preexisting adhesive backing, which means installing them is as simple as peeling off the paper and sticking them down where they need to go. In other words, no. You won’t need to purchase any separate glue to get your carpet squares situated. It’s already built into the carpet tile itself.

Carpets in earthy, neutral shades should go with everything. Specifically, colors like beige, cream, and gray pair well with other neutrals and more vibrant colors. If you’re concerned about your carpet clashing with your walls or furniture, stay away from loud colors and complicated patterns, which could distract from the rest of your decor.

Carpet installers use furniture sliders or blankets to protect your furniture during the installation process. They handle each piece with care to minimize the risk of damage. Additionally, they may employ techniques such as lifting and shifting furniture rather than dragging it across the floor to prevent scratches or other marks. If you have particularly delicate or heavy items that need to be moved, discuss special handling with the installers beforehand.

Some flooring companies recycle old carpet after replacing it. The broader flooring industry has been moving toward recycling more carpet material. However, whether an individual carpet gets recycled is up to the flooring company that removes it. When gathering quotes for new flooring in your area, ask each company about removal options and what they do with the material.

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