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Avatar for Carpet & Flooring Centers of NJ Inc
Carpet & Flooring Centers of NJ Inc
4.7(
133
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Serving Pennington, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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This was a great experience from start to finish.  Sue braved a snow storm on my day off for a consultation.  She is very knowledgeable and knew what my family needed in terms of our laminate and carpet.  The price also fit within our budget.

Joe and his team installed our laminate and it came out fantastic.  Same for Tony who installed our carpeting.  They are true craftsmen and know exactly what they are doing which is sometimes hard to find.  They also easily navigated around our furniture. 

If you are reading this review, stop your search and use Carpet and Flooring Centers :-)



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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Sparkle Surface Care by Classic Services
Sparkle Surface Care by Classic Services
4.8(
140
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Serving Pennington, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Just had my carpets cleaned by Classic Services, for the third time. All 3 times they have done a FABULOUS job. I would use no one else. they are prompt, courteous, efficient, and do an excellent job. I highly recommend them."
Hardware Store aisle after owner rearranged their aisles, before we stripped and refinished it
Here is the family room with the owner's favorite chair area before we cleaned the carpet
The client doesn't realize just how dirty her floor is, and becomes amazed at the outcome!
This is the client's den area where the floors were refinished. There is a long list of major errors. Here it starts with dreadful sanding resulting in drum marks & edger digs, incomplete sanding, completely botched staining, and a horrible 'finished' product!
Here you can see several etch marks, (drips, dribbles, spills and drink ring marks)

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Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Premier Carpet & Flooring
Premier Carpet & Flooring
4.4(
39
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Serving Pennington, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Premier Carpet is a great source for flooring. I purchased a high quality hardwood floor product from Premier Carpet at a terrific price and I couldn’t be happier with the result. I’ll be installing upstairs flooring in the near future and I know that I will go with Premier Carpet for great service and pricing."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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National Rug Cleaners
4.9(
63
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Serving Pennington, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My carpet has a stain that few others tried to remove and couldnt, national rug cleaners and Lior took it as a passion project and cleaned it!! All with a decent price and a ands m smile"
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Oriental Rugs
Handmade Rug Weaving Repair
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Handmade Fringes

+6

Response time10 hrs
176 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
Avatar for At Home Carpet and Flooring*
At Home Carpet and Flooring*
4.1(
1,024
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Serving Pennington, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Either sales rep or installers should have identified the right padding or carpet height to replace existing materials. Instead I had to go through the house and paint almost every baseboard for the 1/2inch of void where past carpet hid old paint color."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Brite White Cleaning Services Inc
4.8(
90
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Serving Pennington, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cynthia and her team did a deep clean of our new house before we moved in. Cynthia was responsive and flexible about scheduling based on our moving timeline. The team was very friendly, thorough, and efficient. When they finished, Cynthia walked through the house with us and made sure we were satisfied with all aspects of the service. The house looked great and we were very pleased. As an example, the sellers left the refrigerator a bit of a mess, but it looked like new when they were done. When we called we also inquired about carpet cleaning. Cynthia recommended a service that she works with and they were able to coordinate working together to make the process as quick and efficient as possible. Time is at a premium when moving and this was a nice time-saver. We will definitely work with them again and would consider hiring on a regular basis."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

It is not recommended to install or stretch a carpet without a power stretcher. Skipping essential tools like a power stretcher and a knee kicker will likely result in an improper installation, leaving you with wrinkles, creases, and an unappealing final look. While a knee kicker can provide some limited stretching for thinner carpets, it is not a proper substitute. Attempting to stretch a carpet by hand or with homemade tools can also shorten its lifespan. For the best results, you should buy or rent a stretcher. If you do not want to use a stretcher, it is better to hire a professional for the installation.

Carpeting has a few benefits on stairs in addition to being a cost-effective floor covering. It absorbs sound, dampening footsteps. It also provides additional traction, which is especially important if you install linoleum floors, epoxy flooring, or any other floor covering that can become slippery if you’re wearing socks. Therefore, carpets can help prevent slips. 

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.

If you have a concrete subfloor, you must secure the carpet padding with adhesive or glue. However, if you have a wooden subfloor, use staples instead. Removing a glued-down carpet can be difficult and time-consuming, so it’s best to avoid glue when possible.

Installing carpet over carpet may affect the warranty of the new carpet. Check with the manufacturer or retailer regarding their warranty policies. Many warranties stipulate specific installation guidelines, and installing carpet over carpet may not comply with these requirements. Voiding the warranty due to improper installation methods can leave you without help in case of issues or defects with the new carpet.

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