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

Serving Somerville, 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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for WoodLand Carpet & Floors LLC
WoodLand Carpet & Floors LLC
4.4(
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Somerville, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Woodland Carpet and Floors helped us install carpet in two bedrooms. They were very responsive and offered expedited service around the holidays, which we truly appreciated. The work was completed professionally and looks great. Overall, I’m very satisfied and would recommend them."
Carpet Sales and Installation Project
View of one of the staircases.
Stair And Hallway Runner Inspiration
Carpet Sales and Installation Project
Elegant Stair Runner

+106

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dirtbusters NJ
4.9(
24
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Somerville, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Erik did a great job for us when we needed our carpets cleaned. They were very friendly and professional, and Iâ m very satisfied with their work. I would definitely recommend them for your carpet cleaning needs"
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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National Rug Cleaners
4.9(
63
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Somerville, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great ptos, they cleaned 3 of my carpets. I had some 10 year old stains on the carpets and they disappeared. The guys had to rearrange they living room when they took the carpets and they did it gently and professionally. the same when they put the carpets back"
Handmade Repair
Oriental Rugs
Handmade Rug Weaving Repair
Handmade Fringes
Handmade Fringes

+6

Response time10 hrs
166 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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Carpet - Install

Serving Somerville, 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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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

In order to avoid long-lasting waves, indents, or sticking, it’s a good idea to wait at least 24 hours after fresh carpet is laid to put weighty furniture on top of it. However, you can begin walking on your new carpet right after it’s installed, and doing so can actually help it adhere to the floor better.

Yes, laying laminate over carpet may void the warranty of your flooring. Most laminate manufacturers specify installation over a suitable subfloor, not carpet. Deviating from these installation guidelines can invalidate the warranty. You should stick to the manufacturer's instructions to ensure warranty coverage, and you should always consult with professional laminate flooring installers near you if you have any concerns or questions regarding installation methods.

Carpet is most often affixed to the floor by tacks in tack strips rather than nailed or glued directly to the subfloor. The tack strips are nailed to wood subfloors. Even if you want to install carpet over concrete, you’ll adhere the tack strips to the concrete with masonry nails or a liquid adhesive.

A transition piece between carpet stairs and wood flooring isn't always necessary. A transition piece separates two types of flooring in between rooms and areas, like carpet and vinyl. Because the carpet on the stairs tucks into the seam, you can’t see the fringes, and there is no need to hide anything. However, you can use a stair cap if your stairs have a nose.

Nylon carpet is widely considered one of the most durable and longest-lasting options, typically lasting 12 to 15 years. Its durability comes from its high resistance to wear, tear, stains, fading, and abrasions. It also resists liquid spills, insects, mold, and mildew, making it ideal for high-traffic areas like living rooms and hallways. For even greater longevity, frieze or Berber carpets are excellent choices that can last up to 20 to 25 years.

Beyond the material, a carpet's construction is key to its durability. Low-pile carpets with short, tight loops hold up better against wear than high-pile options. As a synthetic material, nylon is available in a vast range of colors and styles and often feels remarkably soft.

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