What happens if you don’t put padding under carpet?

• <div><p>If you don’t put padding under your carpet, the carpet won’t be protected from wear on the underside. This could result in a shorter life span for your carpet and increased <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/carpet-repair-cost.htm">carpet repair costs</a> over time. An unpadded carpet can also be less comfortable to walk on, depending on your subfloor and the type of carpet.</p></div>

Should you replace or clean your carpet?

• <div><p>Deciding whether to clean or replace your carpet depends on its condition and age. If cleaning no longer resolves issues, it's time to consider a replacement. Key signs that you need to replace your carpet include:</p><ul><li><p>Stains that are impossible to remove.</p></li><li><p>A persistent smell that lingers even after cleaning.</p></li><li><p>An increase in allergy symptoms.</p></li><li><p>The age of the carpet. Most manufacturers state that carpets should last about 10 years with proper care.</p></li></ul><p>When cleaning is no longer effective, you should replace the carpet with a new one or consider other flooring options like vinyl or laminate.</p></div>

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Hacienda De La Rosa, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
On time, quickly fixed the problem with furnace.
Omega Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in July 2021
The contractor "Charlie" had his workers demolish the restroom and did a full bathroom remodel, the kitchen needed tile too, since it had carpet , so he and his team put in the tile for the kitchen. I asked if he could build a handicap ramp for my dad ( his house has a stair to get in to his...
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Reviewed in October 2020
I am completely satisfied with the carpet cleaning service Boss Carpet and Tile completed at my home. They were very professional, courteous and responsive to the work request.
Boss Carpet and Tile
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Reviewed in March 2014
They did a good job. My carpets didn't look dirty at the start, but after cleaning the colors were much deeper and more vibrant. The workers are very polite and courteous. This is a little mom and pop operation and you work directly with the owner. They came out the same day I called to give me...
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Reviewed in March 2014
It went pretty well. The store manager came to the house a couple of times to check on progress. The only problem was with the sub-contractors Band B Carpets employed, but the manager's visits took care of them.
B & B CARPET
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Reviewed in January 2014
One of the best experiences we have had with someone working in our home. This guy is a true professional in every way. His work and work ethic is the absolute best. He is a young guy but do not let that fool you he really knows what he is doing. Whether he is working with hard wood, laminate or...
Matt Weaver Installations
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Reviewed in December 2013
Everyone I dealt with conducted themselves in a friendly professional manner, from the people at their office to the person who called for the job details and quoted me a price to the technician who performed the work. No one tried to sell me additional services that I had not requested. The...
Home Service Contractors
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Reviewed in March 2011
We spent a lot of time making our choice and they were more than patient and answered all our questions for us. Once selected, we called it off and then changed our mind about the style. The business took all this in without batting an eye. We finally settled on the original style we had...
FIRST STREET TILE & CARPET
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"MiracleMan is great. Chris and his brother Jake worked 2.5 days to remove my old tub and beautifully tile the shower walls. Placement of the grab bars and plumbing is perfect. Beautiful job. Very neat all the time and cleaned up spotless. Going to hire Chris and team to upgrade my back patio in May."

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"Did a great job laying our venal flooring."

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Hello. Hands On Roofing is pleased to be partnering with HomeAdvisor to offer our full service roofing, painting and appliance work to the greater Dexter area. We will do other tasks as well, so just ask. We are bi-lingual for our Spanish speaking friends, and we look forward to serving your contractor needs.

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At King Pin Pro, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

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Carpet Stretching questions, answered by experts

Regular maintenance and professional repairs can extend the life of a carpet.

If you don’t put padding under your carpet, the carpet won’t be protected from wear on the underside. This could result in a shorter life span for your carpet and increased carpet repair costs over time. An unpadded carpet can also be less comfortable to walk on, depending on your subfloor and the type of carpet.

While some carpet repair kits exist and only cost around $15, they are not usually appropriate for Berber repair. Typically, they include small pieces of fibers to use as patches, and Berber carpets are typically colored very differently from other kinds of carpets. This is why it is imperative to try and locate a spare piece of carpet from your original installation when you need to patch up an area.

In addition, the tools these kits include are often watered-down versions of the ones you can buy individually from your local hardware store (e.g., the glue in the kit will not be as strong as your hot glue gun or the double-sided carpet tape).

There are a few carpet maintenance tips you’ll want to use to keep your carpet looking brand-new. Make sure you tackle stains immediately, and only use cleaners gentle enough for your carpet's specific fibers. You can even pop area rugs on top of wall-to-wall carpeting to change the look of your space and protect the carpet below.

Deciding whether to clean or replace your carpet depends on its condition and age. If cleaning no longer resolves issues, it's time to consider a replacement. Key signs that you need to replace your carpet include:

Stains that are impossible to remove.
A persistent smell that lingers even after cleaning.
An increase in allergy symptoms.
The age of the carpet. Most manufacturers state that carpets should last about 10 years with proper care.

When cleaning is no longer effective, you should replace the carpet with a new one or consider other flooring options like vinyl or laminate.

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