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Flooring Long Island
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Babylon, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

At Long Island Flooring, we don’t just install floors — we build trust from the ground up. What sets us apart is our commitment to delivering flawless craftsmanship, whether it’s hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, or custom flooring solutions. Beyond installation, we also offer comprehensive cleaning services to keep your floors looking brand new, and general construction services for homeowners and businesses looking to renovate or improve their spaces. Our experienced team is made up of licensed, insured professionals with years of hands-on expertise in flooring, renovation, and property maintenance. Every project we take on is backed by our 100% quality guarantee, clear communication, and a dedication to doing the job right the first time. Whether it’s a single-room makeover or a full-scale construction job, we bring precision, integrity, and reliability to every square foot.

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James S Gerdvil, LLC
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch- For Business

Serving Babylon, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

I take pride in every job that I do. I personally inspect every job completed to make sure the customer is 100% satisfied. Fast, friendly service is a given. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! I buy my carpet directly from the Mills, so I can save you money no middle man to pay.

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Picton's Flooring, LLC
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch- For Business

Serving Babylon, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The owner of the company, Duane, was very professional, courteous and responsive. We had one room to carpet, he arrived promptly at the time that he said that he would arrive and did an excellent job. We are very satisfied. I highly recommend Pictonâ s Flooring."
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Carpet Stretching FAQs, answered by experts

You can get away with stretching the carpet with some remaining items of furniture, so long as you have ready access to the parts of the carpet that require maintenance and you are not stretching through the furniture, as this leads to tears and fraying. Try to remove at least 50% of the furniture if you can’t remove it all.

Most people realize it is time to replace the padding when the carpet loses springiness or feels thin and unsupportive. Other telltale signs are lumps or dips in the carpet that could look unattractive or cause tripping hazards. Similarly, if your carpet is making a crinkly sound or starting to wear out prematurely, you might need to replace your padding.

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.

An Oriental rug should last between 50 and 100 years, on average, but yours could last much longer than a century if you care for it properly. There are many factors that affect the lifespan of an Oriental rug, though. Increased foot traffic, exposure to moisture, exposure to UV light and sunlight, and aggressive cleaning can all limit how long your rug will last.

The best way to fix carpet matting is to start by vacuuming thoroughly in multiple directions to lift the flattened fibers. For more stubborn spots, apply moisture with an ice cube or steam, then fluff the carpet using a spoon, comb, or carpet brush. A blow dryer or warm iron over a damp towel can also help restore the carpet’s texture. For deep or widespread matting, a professional cleaning is your best bet to fluff your carpet back up to its former glory.

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