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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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At Lionspride Flooring, we specialize in high quality flooring installations and repairs at affordable rates. We love what we do and look forward to serving you. To work with the best, please give us a call and let us earn your business. You'll be happy you did!

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Flooring America
New to Angi
Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

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Flooring America is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

G.Marks Construction, Inc.
New to Angi
Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

G. Marks Construction has been in business for over 20 years providing the highest quality construction services in the area. We are customer oriented and truly care about the services that we provide. Customer satisfaction will also be G. Marks Construction satisfaction, our aim is to truly satisfy all of our customers. We are licensed and insured, and ready to take on your project. Call us today for more information.

DB Enterprise
New to Angi
Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

DB Enterprise is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today! \n\n

Carpet Stretching questions, answered by experts

You may be able to use super glue in a pinch to fix your carpet, but expect the repair to last only a short time. Super glue isn't designed for carpet, so over time, it'll break down, and the carpet piece will move out of place. For the best results, go to the store and grab a bottle of carpet seam glue. 

You can use a carpet patch to replace a single section of carpet. You’ll cut out the damaged section and then replace it with a caret patch. The patch should be the same color as the existing carpet. You can also hire a professional carpet repair company to get it done. 

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.

Patching your carpet in damaged areas or using an industry-grade cleaner on urine spots can help remove stains and scents from your carpet. If odors linger, leave baking soda on the area overnight (dry), then vacuum it up in the morning.

Yes, carpeted stairs are generally considered safer than stairs with hard surfaces like wood, vinyl, or tile. Carpet provides more traction, which helps reduce the chances of slips and falls, and its cushioning can lessen the severity of an injury if a fall does occur. Hard surfaces often lack the friction needed for a secure tread and can be quite slippery.

However, it's worth noting that some carpets can also be slick, particularly if they are brand new, dirty, or made from certain materials. If any stair surface feels too slippery, traction treads can be added to most materials to increase grip and improve safety.

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