What are the pros and cons of installing carpet?

• <div><p>When choosing whether to install carpet in your home, consider the pros and cons of this change:</p><p>Pros</p><ul><li><p>More affordable than laminate flooring</p></li><li><p>Gives the room a warmer feel</p></li><li><p>Softer on feet</p></li><li><p>Wide variety of textures and colors</p></li><li><p>Hides dirt easily</p></li><li><p>Faster and easier to install</p></li></ul><p>Cons</p><ul><li><p>Shows wear and tear more quickly than laminate flooring</p></li><li><p>Shows stains</p></li><li><p>Soaks up liquids</p></li><li><p>May not work well in some areas, such as a bathroom</p></li><li><p>Less durable than laminate flooring</p></li><li><p>Susceptible to water damage, mold, and mildew</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Do you need a transition between carpet stairs and wood flooring?

• <div><p>A transition piece between carpet stairs and wood flooring isn't always necessary. A transition piece separates two types of flooring in between rooms and areas, like carpet and vinyl. Because the carpet on the stairs tucks into the seam, you can&rsquo;t see the fringes, and there is no need to hide anything. However, you can use a stair cap if your stairs have a nose.</p></div>

Q: What happens to cork flooring when it gets wet?

• <div><p>One of the upsides of cork flooring is that it's mold-resistant, so you don't have to worry about mildew or mold growth on wet cork. However, you should always clean up any moisture as soon as possible and use as little water as you need when cleaning. This will help you avoid issues like buckling or swelling in your cork flooring, which often requires replacement, and prevent moisture from seeping into your subfloor, which can cause the dreaded mold or mildew problems.</p></div>

Q: Are stairs safer with or without carpet?

• <div><p>In some cases, stairs without carpet are actually slipperier than carpeted stairs, but if the carpet is brand new, dirty, or just slick, it may seem like your stairs are the most slippery ones in existence. Fortunately, traction treads can be added over most stair surface materials, increasing the traction you&rsquo;re able to get and reducing the risk of slipping. </p></div>

Q: Is it less expensive to carpet a room or install laminate floor?

• <div><p>Carpeting a room is less expensive than installing laminate flooring on average. However, the final cost will depend on your chosen materials and labor considerations for a complicated room layout or stairs. The cost for carpeting jobs can quickly meet or even exceed that of laminate if you choose very high-quality materials for a large space. Keep in mind that carpet also needs padding underneath, which adds to overall project costs.</p></div>

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The crew at Pearson installs did an incredible job. They were fast and efficient and my family and I couldn?t be more pleased with the work they did with our new window installation. I would definitely recommend them.
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Did a very professional job on installation on my new heater thank u all very much
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Dilan and George did the install and did a great job. When finished they cleaned everything up nicely. I'm very pleased with the service and love the new bathroom.
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Reviewed in January 2018
Our 20+ year old heater quit working on a Sunday. Country Comfort arrived promptly on Monday morning. After they inspected the unit we discussed repair vs. new unit. They answered all our questions and left us with a quote with several options for a new HVAC. No pressure to decide on the spot;...
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The Comanche Home Center did an excellent job installing my hardwood flooring. Jamie was extremely efficient and helpful with all aspects of the process. He wasted no time coming out to see the job and give me the estimate. We quickly booked the installation date then they promptly delivered the...
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Reviewed in October 2013
We had worked with him several times in the past and had mixed results, but wanted to give another chance to put in some faucets in our home (three different bathrooms). Previously he had successful hung a few big screen TV for me, but messed up hanging a large mirror that fell and ripped a...
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They were helpful. They will install the stove for you. They do a good job. They can order parts. The price is very comparable. They are always there when I need them.
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Prior to visiting the F.A. Highley Company, we had visited several granite companies in about a fifty mile radius of Oklahoma City. I got their name and address out of the phone book. Upon arrival at their company, a really nice lady helped us look at several types of counter tops. During our...
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Mark was very friendly and helpful throughout the entire process. We had many questions before we settled on slate, and he was very patient to answer all our questions. We decided to do the demo portion ourselves to save money and Mark actually lent us his own tools to do the job. This saved us...
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