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Q: What type of flooring is best for dogs, cats, and other pets?

• <div><p>Luxury <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/luxury-vinyl-flooring-good-choice-pets.htm">vinyl flooring is the best for pet owners</a>, as it holds up well against scratches and accidents. Non-slip stone or porcelain tile are great options as well. Each of these also provide a less slippery surface for pups that like to run around.</p><p>As for the flooring options to avoid, these are hardwood, laminate, and carpeting. Claws can scratch hardwood and tear up carpeting. On top of that, removing dog urine from hardwood floors can be difficult; likewise with carpeting. Laminate holds up much better, but it&rsquo;s super slippery (especially for dogs).</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to change from carpet to hardwood floors?

• <div><p>The average cost to install hardwood flooring is <b>$4,700</b>. While this is more than double the average cost of installing a new carpet and removing your old one, it has some significant advantages. Hardwood flooring might not be as cozy or soundproofing as carpets, but it's lower maintenance and way more durable. With the right care, hardwood floors can last a lifetime, whereas the average lifespan of a carpet is 10 years.</p></div>

Q: How long does carpet padding last?

• <div><p>It depends on the kind you choose, but some types of carpet padding can last for decades. For instance, flat rubber&mdash;which is dense, durable, and higher-priced than other padding materials&mdash;has a life span of up to 20 years. On the other hand, prime foam&mdash;a lower-priced material that often comes free with a carpet installation&mdash;lasts less than five years on average.</p></div>

Q: Is thick carpet padding better?

• <div><p>No, thick carpet padding isn&rsquo;t necessarily better than thinner padding. The appropriate padding thickness will depend on the type of carpet and the amount of foot traffic in the area. </p><p>For example, thick padding works well in low-traffic areas, like bedrooms, where you have soft and plush carpeting. However, thick carpet padding can damage low-pile carpet, which is used in the busiest parts of your home (like hallways and entryways). For that reason, it&rsquo;s best to use thinner, heavier padding underneath <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-choose-carpet-high-traffic-areas.htm">carpet in high-traffic areas</a>.</p></div>

Q: Should carpet be lighter or darker than walls?

• <div><p>Ultimately, it&rsquo;s a matter of personal preference. However, as a rule of thumb, lighter-colored carpets and walls will open up a room and often make it feel larger than it really is. On the other hand, darker shades tend to shrink a space, making it feel cozier. By mixing and matching light and dark colors, you can add dimension to the room.</p></div>

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Last update on April 09, 2025

Reviewed in April 2025
We recently had all the windows in our house replaced through Mad City. We were so impressed with the entire experience, from sales to completion! The windows are amazing quality, and we could tell a difference in our house within an hour of getting home. And in an old, slightly off kilter...
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in September 2023
This was a difficult job. The first countertop was poorly installed. When I measured for the new one I did not take into account the overhang. In spite of these challenges and not having the right faucet, I now have a solid, well installed countertop, sink and faucet in my small RV. I’m looking...
RT Handyman LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
We were remolding the inside of a flip house that we had bought. They came in and got it started. They tore everything up from walls, to cabinets to flooring and roofing. They did an outstanding job cleaning it up and making sure that there was no damage to anything we did not want removed...
SD Alternative Services Corp
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Reviewed in February 2023
Great job in dealing with uneven floors, crooked walls, rerouting water and sewer lines! As well as building an addition for an entry, roofing our garage, and laying laminate flooring in our log house.
Freedom Plumbing & Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
We were very pleased with Connelly Flooring. Travis was responsive, returned phone calls, text messages and emails. They started project when it was scheduled, showed up on time, cleaned up after themselves, and kept us informed of progress. Travis had creative flooring ideas and completed...
Connelly's Flooring
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Reviewed in August 2021
Ben was my rep and he explained the company, windows, and process of how everything works very well. There were really no surprises and the entire process went smoothly. He even came back after install to check on them with me and answered all of my questions. Great experience!
Your Home Improvement Company, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
I had Home Solutions replace all of my windows and a sliding door. It was not a good experience at all. To highlight the worst parts: 1.Eric gave me a quote of $12000 of which $6000 was labor so $429 per window. He gave no contract. 2. If you don’t use his terms, he “doesn’t understand what you...
Home Solutions
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Reviewed in April 2018
The windows they sold arent living up to their demonstrations. I took an infrared thermometer reading of new windows vs old and there wasnt much difference in how much cold was being let in. The installation crew tracked everywhere in the house, and left a nail and screw on the floor which I...
Your Home Improvement Company, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2018
We ended up hiring Brock and his crew to build the entire garage. We could not be more pleased. The inside is as nice as most homes. I have several other projects to do yet and Ultimate Flooring & Contracting is number one on our list to have the work done.
Ultimate Flooring & Contracting
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Reviewed in May 2017
After coming to my home to evaluate the issue, the circulating fan was discovered to be out. He ordered the part and returned the next morning to install. Repair was performed quickly and freezer works great again.
RON'S APPLIANCE REPAIR LLC
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Pozuelos Property Care

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Serving Dell Rapids, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"Great work. Very detailed and professional"

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Response time1 day

Response rate85%

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

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"Needed ceiling beams in garage to be raised so my garage door can be installed properly. Did a great job, looks fantastic!"

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Response time1 day

19 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Dell Rapids, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"I strongly recommend this contractor. Communication was great, work and materials were high quality, and I got exactly what I contracted for. These guys are good to work with, and customer centric. I would not hesitate to recommend them for any kind of project. They won't try to do things that are beyond their capabilities, but they have a great network to identify specialists for some projects."

new stairway from back yard down to the lake

+14

Response time7 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Dell Rapids, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Sentri Homes provided the most professional flooring service I’ve ever had. The LVP installation turned out absolutely beautiful, and I was amazed at how quickly everything was completed without sacrificing quality. The crew was fast, accurate, and extremely detail-oriented from start to finish. Everything was installed cleanly, precisely, and with real craftsmanship. The entire process was smooth, efficient, and far beyond what I expected. I would absolutely recommend Sentri Homes to anyone needing flooring installed."

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Robertson Renovations LLC

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Serving Dell Rapids, SD and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Robertson Renovations LLC is a locally owned remodeling company proudly serving Sioux Falls and the surrounding areas. With personal hands-on experience, we focus on quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and clean, professional work. As a small, owner-operated business, you work directly with me—not a large crew or rotating subcontractors. My goal is to deliver beautiful, functional spaces that add value to your home while making the process simple. If you’re looking for reliable, detail-oriented remodeling done right the first time, Robertson Renovations is here to help.

Serving Dell Rapids, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Warranties offered

"Hired for exterior house project. They showed up right on time and did excellent work! Very knowledgeable and great communication. I’ll be using them in the future and highly recommend them to anyone needing hard working handymen!"

Response time5 hrs

Response rate98%

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Raymond Shimel Construction

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Serving Dell Rapids, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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"Shimal Construction was very professional, prompt, courteous and informative. My 71 year old oak floor is now beautiful!"

Response time12 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Martinez Flooring & Contracting, LLC

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Serving Dell Rapids, SD and surrounding areas

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"We bought our own carpet but install was smooth, quick and the results are amazing. Very knowledgable, friendly and professional! Would love to hire again for other projects."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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DeGroot Carpet Cleaning and Upholstery LLC

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Serving Dell Rapids, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"Willing to work on my time schedule. Very professional, knowledgeable, and concerned about my carpet issues. Came over and checked several times on my water related issue. Highly recommend Corey! Very satisfied with his work!"

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Dell Rapids, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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"Honest, does great work, and will walk you through the entire process to make it pretty easy"

Response time1 day

Response rate88%

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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

Luxury vinyl flooring is the best for pet owners, as it holds up well against scratches and accidents. Non-slip stone or porcelain tile are great options as well. Each of these also provide a less slippery surface for pups that like to run around.

As for the flooring options to avoid, these are hardwood, laminate, and carpeting. Claws can scratch hardwood and tear up carpeting. On top of that, removing dog urine from hardwood floors can be difficult; likewise with carpeting. Laminate holds up much better, but it’s super slippery (especially for dogs).

The average cost to install hardwood flooring is $4,700. While this is more than double the average cost of installing a new carpet and removing your old one, it has some significant advantages. Hardwood flooring might not be as cozy or soundproofing as carpets, but it's lower maintenance and way more durable. With the right care, hardwood floors can last a lifetime, whereas the average lifespan of a carpet is 10 years.

It depends on the kind you choose, but some types of carpet padding can last for decades. For instance, flat rubber—which is dense, durable, and higher-priced than other padding materials—has a life span of up to 20 years. On the other hand, prime foam—a lower-priced material that often comes free with a carpet installation—lasts less than five years on average.

No, thick carpet padding isn’t necessarily better than thinner padding. The appropriate padding thickness will depend on the type of carpet and the amount of foot traffic in the area.

For example, thick padding works well in low-traffic areas, like bedrooms, where you have soft and plush carpeting. However, thick carpet padding can damage low-pile carpet, which is used in the busiest parts of your home (like hallways and entryways). For that reason, it’s best to use thinner, heavier padding underneath carpet in high-traffic areas.

Ultimately, it’s a matter of personal preference. However, as a rule of thumb, lighter-colored carpets and walls will open up a room and often make it feel larger than it really is. On the other hand, darker shades tend to shrink a space, making it feel cozier. By mixing and matching light and dark colors, you can add dimension to the room.

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