How can I save money on new carpet?

• <div><p>You can save money on labor costs by removing your old carpet before the professionals come in to install the new carpet. Just make sure to clear it with your contractor ahead of time. You might also be able to cut costs by <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-time-to-buy-carpet.htm">buying carpet at certain times of year</a> when it’s less expensive. These periods include late December to mid-January and late spring to early summer.</p></div>

How long does carpet protection last?

• <div><p>You can expect your carpet protection to last about six months to two years. It will last longer in low-traffic areas (compared to busy areas, where your carpet experiences more wear and tear). Once the protector wears off, you’ll need to call your carpet contractor to reapply the stain protection treatment and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-tips-clean-and-revive-carpet-pile.htm">revive your carpet</a>. </p></div>

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Q: Can repairs improve carpet lifespan?

• <div><p>Regular maintenance and professional repairs can extend the life of a carpet.</p></div>

Q: Can you stretch carpet with furniture on it?

• <div><p>You can get away with stretching the carpet with some remaining items of furniture, so long as you have ready access to the parts of the carpet that require maintenance and you are not stretching through the furniture, as this leads to tears and fraying. Try to remove at least 50% of the furniture if you can&rsquo;t remove it all.</p></div>

Q: Are carpeted stairs safer than stairs with hard surfaces like wood?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>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.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2024
Dave showed up right when he said he would and went right to work. He did a great job on a older carpet. Brought it back to life. I would recommend his work to anyone and can't stop talking about the way the carpet looks.
Bates Absolute Steam Cleaning
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Reviewed in July 2024
Rico did an absolutely astonishing job cleaning my carpets. The carpets look new like the day they were purchased. Rico is an awesome person and is extremely professional and competent. I highly recommend GREYLOCK Chem-Dry to anyone seeking the best quality of service. I am beyond impressed...
Greylock Chem-Dry
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Reviewed in May 2022
Pierson Remodeling refinished very old hardwood floors in my home that had been covered with carpet for many years. They did a great job sanding and refinishing 5 rooms. They also installed new wood flooring in my kitchen and new flooring in the bathroom. They repainted all of the woodwork...
Pierson's Remodeling
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Reviewed in July 2018
We contracted with Charlie Stehlin to install, then sand and refinish raw wood American cherry 5” wide flooring. We added the refinishing of an old area to our job in which he fit us in while doing the other work and which disrupted his busy schedule (put him behind on other jobs), and which we...
Charlie Stehlin Wood Floors
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Reviewed in March 2018
David LeBlanc is meticulous, responsible and always on time. We have used him several times and have always been impressed. Mostly we have oriental rugs--some of them quite expensive--and he goes the extra mile to see that stains and fringe are given extra care, He's very knowledgable...
Green Valley Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in August 2010
I had my carpets cleaned by Capital Vacuum. What prompted the call was an Oriental wool rug we had that our dog took a "liking" too. On the first visit all the carpets came out great except for the wool. When informed of our dissatisfaction, Capital Vac was ready to do the job again and make...
Capital Vacuums
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Reviewed in August 2009
great job carpet looks like new
Pro-Jet Services, LLC
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Bart's Floor & Tile

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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"The process went flawless and the small touch-ups went very well and when you're putting things in a old house that are new he was very creative in doing the right thing to make sure everything went in properly and the finished product was fantastic"

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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Professional. On time and amazing work. Would recommend and use again."

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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

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"AFFORDABLE ROOFING was able to squeeze me in between his last project and the next much bigger project because my roof was leaking and the next on agreed to wait a few days longer since his was not an immediate emergency! He utilized far better materials then the original ones and added a new type of weather shield and better flashing and 30 year tiles with a 10 year labor warranty! I would use him again for other projects and he is coming back to do a long list of small interior jobs.
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E Enterprises

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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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With several years of valued industry experience, E Enterprises is your premier choice for any commercial flooring needs. We offer full service, from installs to repairs, and offer everything from carpeting to hardwood. We also know that our promptness, quality, professionalism, and overall customer experience provided are all unparalleled. If your business needs new flooring, please wait no longer and reach out o us today!

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All-Wood Flooring and Remodeling

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Serving Bennington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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All-Wood Flooring and Remodeling has over 35 years of experience servicing all of Connecticut and most surrounding states. We are a full service contractor that specializes in all flooring and remodeling work. We take extreme pride in every project we take on and guarantee customer satisfaction on every job. No job is to big nor to small and we always go above and beyond expectations.

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In business since 2015

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We do any project, large or small, renovation to repair. We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

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Carpet Stretching questions, answered by experts

Regular maintenance and professional repairs can extend the life of a carpet.

You can get away with stretching the carpet with some remaining items of furniture, so long as you have ready access to the parts of the carpet that require maintenance and you are not stretching through the furniture, as this leads to tears and fraying. Try to remove at least 50% of the furniture if you can’t remove it all.

You can save money on labor costs by removing your old carpet before the professionals come in to install the new carpet. Just make sure to clear it with your contractor ahead of time. You might also be able to cut costs by buying carpet at certain times of year when it’s less expensive. These periods include late December to mid-January and late spring to early summer.

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.

You can expect your carpet protection to last about six months to two years. It will last longer in low-traffic areas (compared to busy areas, where your carpet experiences more wear and tear). Once the protector wears off, you’ll need to call your carpet contractor to reapply the stain protection treatment and revive your carpet.

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