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Avatar for Carpet & Flooring Centers of NJ Inc
Carpet & Flooring Centers of NJ Inc
4.7(
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For Business

Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sue went above and beyond to find an installer to complete my job in a very tight time period. Installer was professional, friendly and fixed my carpeting on a Sunday morning. Would absolutely utilize again! Thank you Sue!"
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for PowerPro Carpet Cleaning of NJ, LLC.
PowerPro Carpet Cleaning of NJ, LLC.
4.8(
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at HomeCarpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They came at the time they said they would be here. Cleaned my dining room rug that had many stains. It looks like new. Friendly and explained the process from beginning to end. Highly recommend this company to friends and family"
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by4%of homeowners
Avatar for Sparkle Surface Care by Classic Services
Sparkle Surface Care by Classic Services
4.8(
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at HomeCarpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Classic did a great job on a light colored carpet in a heavily used room. It dries without any residue and was safe for my very sensitive cat. Would not hesitate to recommend them.
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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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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Princeton, 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
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

When choosing whether to install carpet in your home, consider the pros and cons of this change:

Pros

  • More affordable than laminate flooring

  • Gives the room a warmer feel

  • Softer on feet

  • Wide variety of textures and colors

  • Hides dirt easily

  • Faster and easier to install

Cons

  • Shows wear and tear more quickly than laminate flooring

  • Shows stains

  • Soaks up liquids

  • May not work well in some areas, such as a bathroom

  • Less durable than laminate flooring

  • Susceptible to water damage, mold, and mildew

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.

If you want your carpet to last as long as possible, then yes, you need to install carpet padding. 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.

Carpet density refers to how closely together the fibers of a carpet are stitched into the carpet backing, with values ranging from 1,000 to 7,000. A carpet density value of 3,000 or higher is considered best for most homes, especially in high-traffic areas, such as a living room or dining room. If you’re comparing two carpets made of the same material, a higher carpet density can indicate better durability and longevity. However, carpet density is only one of many factors that can help you determine a carpet’s quality.

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.

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