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Salt Lake Carpet Repair
5.0(
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch

Serving Draper, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was seriously impressed with the professionalism. Lewis called me to schedule an appointment shortly after I applied online. He came out that afternoon and was able to complete the job that within a few hours. The carpet looks great! I would recommend them to others and will use them again in the future."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Cleaner Carpets & Surfaces
4.3(
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Carpet - InstallCarpets or Rugs - Clean Offsite

Serving Draper, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"In 5 years they have been the best of the total 4 people Ive tried. They always clean my carpets and my chairs in the medical clinic, and the waiting rooms, and also sells carpet tiles, home tile, and haves a great install crew, they are installing a vinyl flooring right now."
Carpet Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Concrete Cleaning & Sealing
Concrete Cleaning & Sealing
Upholstery Cleaning

+3

Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

If you want your carpet to last as long as possible, then yes, you need to install carpet padding. Carpet padding creates a layer of protection between the back of your carpet and the floor beneath it, which decreases friction and reduces wear and tear. Aside from that, carpet padding also helps absorb noise and makes your carpet feel more comfortable underfoot.

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.

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.

Carpet tiles are less expensive than traditional carpet. The average cost of carpet installation is $1,800, or $3 to $11 per square foot. In comparison, carpet tiles cost $2.50 to $11 apiece and can often be bought in bulk cartons. Since you can more easily DIY carpet tiles, you may be able to save on installation costs, too.

New carpet installation offers warmth, comfort, and aesthetic appeal. It can improve indoor air quality by trapping dust particles and provides a sound-dampening effect, which is beneficial for creating quiet environments.

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