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Avatar for S & K Enterprises
S & K Enterprises
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Grafton, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Response time4 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Floor Coverings International Southeast Virginia
Floor Coverings International Southeast Virginia
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Carpet - Install

Serving Grafton, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Floor Covering International is a locally owned small business and was recently rated the #1 flooring franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine. We have a mobile flooring showroom that brings more than 3,000 products directly to your home, so you do not have to waste a weekend driving from warehouse to warehouse. Our expert Design Associates will give you a free in-home estimate and design consultation on the spot.\n

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for S&S Carpet and Upholstery LLC
S&S Carpet and Upholstery LLC
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Carpets or Rugs - Clean OffsiteCarpets or Rugs - Clean at Home

Serving Grafton, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It was a pleasure working with Shermelle and Sirlance of S&S Carpeting. The price was very reasonable and the stairs look fantastic. We are 100% pleased with the workmanship. If we need carpeting done in the future, we will definitely contact them."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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One Stop Cleaning LLC
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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For BusinessCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch+2 more

Serving Grafton, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The One Stop Cleaning Team is awesome! They are very communicative, knowledgeable and friendly. They did a fantastic job on the housecleaning. Our oven is sparkling. We had low hopes for our carpet, tile and grout but they restored it masterfully! Such professionalism. Just WOW! Can’t wait to see what they do with our hardwood floors! Thank you all so much!"
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Carpet Installation questions, answered by experts

In most cases, you do not need to put padding or underlayment under carpet tiles. Unlike traditional carpet, which requires a separate pad, carpet tiles are designed to be installed directly onto a firm subfloor like plywood, concrete, or tile. Many carpet tiles come with a built-in underlay and attach with peel-and-stick adhesive, double-sided carpet tape, or glue. For a more comfortable, cushioned feel, especially in residential settings, you can opt for padded carpet tiles that have a thicker underlay attached. While it's generally not recommended to install a separate pad, a compact underlayment might be used in some situations, though this typically requires professional installation. An acoustic underlay may also be considered in commercial spaces or multi-level homes where noise reduction is a priority.

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.

Carpet glue is very sticky, but it's not permanent. The glue usually lasts as long as a typical carpet installation, which is five to 15 years. For the best results, you should always use the right type of carpet glue for the area you're using it in. There are carpet glues for high-traffic areas, which are more high-quality and durable than others.

Many DIYers and pros start installing flooring in the middle of a room to ensure a balanced, symmetrical layout, especially when using tiles or planks. This process is particularly helpful in odd-shaped rooms because it allows you to create a centerline from which to work. Beginning in the center will enable you to work toward the edges so the final layout feels intentional and centered, even if the walls aren’t perfectly square.

Carpet tiles come with a preexisting adhesive backing, which means installing them is as simple as peeling off the paper and sticking them down where they need to go. In other words, no. You won’t need to purchase any separate glue to get your carpet squares situated. It’s already built into the carpet tile itself.

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