"They were thorough and communicative throughout the process and Joe did a good job in terms of setting expectations. His crew was also quick and good to work with. Our house is about 90 yrs old and the floors have never been touched, so there was a lot to be done in terms of repairs and sanding."
"I can only say WOW. Wood floors were miserable and had put off refinishing because of the hassle of moving furniture etc. Laurence? Lawrence? of Hollywood Floors actually seemed to know wood floors. Gave the contract in the hope but not etc. Fantastic result. Damage from pets and water eliminated. 100% recommend"
"Jonathan did an outstanding job with the flooring work! From start to finish, he was professional, reliable, and very attentive to detail. The quality of his work was excellent, and it’s clear that he takes pride in what he does. He did a great job making sure everything was installed properly and finished beautifully. The floors look fantastic, and the entire project was completed with great care and professionalism. Jonathan was also easy to communicate with, respectful of the property, and made the whole process smooth and stress-free."
"I cannot recommend Mark and Upstate Fence enough. Not only was he cheaper than the other guys...the fence looks great. Mark also dealt with all the permitting, zoning board and other BS that comes with living in Niskayuna. Mark was great about communication and did everything he said he would, at the price we agreed to. No games, no gimmicks. Very happy and would use again. A++!"
"Garage Kings coated our two car garage floor. The workmen were prompt, moved several heavy items out of the garage and did the work very professionally. The floor looks great! I recommend them highly."
"Zack is simply a model tradesman. First of all, he wants to do things right. No cutting corners or just meeting the minimums. To cap it off he's the hardest working human being I have ever met. He demo'ed and replaced a full size two car garage floor in less than a week. He carefully prepped the space and installed both mesh and rebar to make sure the new floor was strong and would last. And he installed a drain the full width of the garage to make sure rain/snow melt can't collect on the new floor. AS if that wasn't enough, he went several extra miles coordinating with two other trades to make sure the entire repair project could be completed in record time. He worked closely with the plumbers so they could replace the main waste pipe (damaged by the old floor) while he prepped for the pour. He also helped expedite repair work in the basement. Zach and his crew set a very high standard for their work and work ethic. It would be great if there were more like them."
"Billy did two full bathroom renovations for me. He was time and cost efficient, patient with some product delays, helped educate me as a first-time remodeler and I’m very happy with the end result."
Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts
Yes. So-called “floating” cork floors can be installed over concrete subfloor, though a polyethylene vapor barrier is required. This type of installation is achieved using the glue-down tiles, which are trickier for a DIY approach, so consider calling a professional to help you if you’re planning to install your cork floor over concrete.
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.
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 stretching can be a worthwhile investment to increase the lifespan of your carpet and eliminate unsightly wrinkles, ridges, and ripples. For an older carpet that is in relatively good condition aside from some wrinkling or bubbling, restretching can make it look like new and extend its life by at least a couple of years. You should consider restretching when you notice looseness or other related issues.
However, it's important to note that stretching will not fix issues like stains, wear in the pile, or discoloration. Consider replacing the carpet instead if the repair cost is more than 50% of the price of a new one. Additionally, if your carpet is past its expected lifespan of five to 15 years, or if it has been stretched multiple times already, replacement is likely a better option.
Choosing the right carpet involves assessing room usage, desired comfort levels, durability requirements, and stylistic preferences. Carpet fiber types and density should also be considered during the decision-making process.
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