Is it worth re-stretching the carpet?

• <div><p>Stretching a carpet should be a one-time job. If by re-stretching you mean doing it a second (or third) time, it’s probably better to replace it altogether. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-signs-you-need-replace-your-carpet.htm">Most carpets are expected to last</a> anywhere from five to 15 years, so if it’s past that timeframe, you may want to shop around for a new one.</p></div>

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Q: How do pros ensure a tight fit during carpet stretching?

• <div><p>Pros use power stretchers that secure the carpet firmly in place.</p></div>

Q: Can you revive flattened carpet?

• <div><p>Yes, you can revive carpet that&rsquo;s flattened using household items like an ice cube and stiff brush, a damp cloth and an iron, baking soda and vinegar, and shaving cream. If you want to go all-out, visit a local home improvement store and buy a carpet rake, too. Depending on the state of your carpet, you may need to use more than one of these methods to see results. Keep in mind that you might need to repeat a reviving method more than once.</p></div>

Q: How long does dyed carpet last?

• <div><p>How long carpet dye lasts depends on the quality of the dye and the application process. At a minimum, dyed carpets keep their color for a year, but some can last longer. Many factors affect how long carpet dye lasts, including the amount of UV rays that hit the carpet, causing it to fade. However, the good news is you can have your carpet dyed annually to keep up the color.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if my carpet is stretched enough?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll know if your carpet is stretched enough if it lies completely flat and smooth across your floor. If you have ripples, wrinkled areas, or carpet piling up along the baseboards, these are telltale signs that your carpet is not fully stretched. Release the carpet from the tack strip along one wall and use a stretcher or knee kicker to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-stretch-carpet.htm">stretch out the carpet</a> before securing it again.</p></div>

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Our vacation homes furnace was not functioning during a very cold stretch of weather. We live 240 miles away. Called Andrews Property Maintenance in the morning and they were on site in 2 hours to assess the problem and provide a temporary fix to get the heat running while the parts were...
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Reviewed in June 2016
The carpets were delivered on the day I hired them to polish the hardwood floors. I couldn't open the carpets for a few days as the polish set on the floors. When I opened them, there was so much white residue that came from the carpets it was a mess. No on explained that this would happen (if...
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Reviewed in June 2015
He is wonderful, great and personable. He and his brother do it and he is a busy man. We had a couple of quotes and he was comparable to other people. He was right in line with what the other people were charging. The other person that we bid, he was a little bit lower. The work was beautiful....
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Reviewed in April 2013
Before shopping, we did our own research on engineered wood flooring. We knew basically what we wanted and how engineered flooring is made and installed. We are installing the product ourselves in a new construction house. We wanted a quality product at a great price. We got it at Snyders...
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Reviewed in September 2012
John is a nice guy with a good personality. His price was very competitive when compared to others, but it seems, again, like you get what you pay for. Most of his crew were conscientious enough, but some were very inexperienced and weren't watched carefully enough. John's appearances on the job...
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Reviewed in May 2012
I saw the ad in the paper for DUSTLESS refinishing..... I called and Dan Hawks came right out to look at the floor. Very honest, polite and a pleasure to do business with. He fit me into his schedule the following week as he knew I wanted to carpet my adjoining living room.... My floor now...
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Reviewed in June 2011
Contacted them in mid-May and scheduled cleaning for the following week. They arrived on time, at 8:30am, and got right to work, first cleaning the carpets, and then the two couches. They were finished by mid-morning, and by that evening everything was dry and usable.
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Several years ago, we went to Inserra's for a new kitchen floor. We chose Inserra's on the recommendation of a friend and we are glad we did. When it came time to replace the carpets in our family room and master bedroom, we went back to Inserra's. Tom, our salesman for both installs, is...
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