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: What is the best subfloor for a mobile home?

• <div><p>Plywood is the best type of subfloor for a mobile home, though if you&rsquo;re installing flooring in a bathroom, you may want to install a vapor barrier or use a moisture-proof subfloor material like Amdry. OBS is similar, but it can swell when moisture is present. </p><p>Either way, old mobile home subflooring made from particleboard can cause issues with your joints. If you&rsquo;re replacing your subfloor, it&rsquo;s best to upgrade to plywood.</p></div>

Q: How long do hardwood floors typically last?

• <div><p>With proper care and maintenance, hardwood floors can last for decades or even centuries. Solid hardwood and tropical wood, in particular, have the potential to be sanded and refinished multiple times, extending their lifespan. However, the longevity of hardwood floors also depends on factors such as the wood species, quality of installation, and the level of foot traffic in that area of your home. </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: Do services include subfloor preparation?

• <div><p>Yes, professional services include leveling and moisture testing before installation.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2025
Great work. Beautified so much of our home inside and out. Brick tile backyard and also built raised planter boxes and firepit, cinder block walls, installed water fountains, flagpole, steps into our house, French door and main entry door, walk in shower and tile floor, extended the same...
13 Gold Coins Construction LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
Very professional job by two conscientious and experienced installers. Yaku and Hunter arrived at 8am and finished by 2:15pm. This was a surprise as I thought it would be an all-day job. Yaku and Hunter were very careful with our home as noted by them laying down covering for flooring from...
Jacuzzi Bath Remodel of Seattle
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Reviewed in December 2017
Mitch moved our cable, internet, and phone lines to a better location, and he installed 3 phone jacks for land lines in my house. He put the lines right where I wanted them, finishing promptly and even vacuuming up the floor before he left.
ALASKAN ELECTRICAL SVC LLC
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Reviewed in July 2014
They gave us what we thought was a very competitive quote. Once we had the agreement, they ordered the materials. The materials came in relatively fast and when they were there, they scheduled the installation. They sent a man out who did an exemplary job. He worked for only about 6 hours a day...
Bill's Design Carpet One Floor & Home
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Reviewed in May 2014
When water flows the wrong way in a hydronic floor system, the flow meters clog and restrict the floor. Quite amazing to find that the flow was going in the wrong direction.
Independent Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2014
Excellent! I asked that they divide the installation into two dates because I had a different contractor for each bathroom with the work being done about six weeks apart. They agreed and did not charge me extra. I paid in full up front and they worked with me to get an installer here at short...
WOOD & FLOORS OUTLET
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Reviewed in February 2014
Jeff came with his team and did the install.? We stayed overnight in a hotel as they started early and we were told it would be two days.? Our home is small with one bedroom.? I had a few issues after the installation and they were very prompt in coming back out and dealing with the issues.? My...
Primera Carpet One Floor & Home
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Reviewed in September 2013
Dave has done several things for us over this past month from installing cabinets to replacing a water damaged floor in a bathroom. We could not ask for a better contractor. His responsiveness, professionalism, and quality of work are outstanding. We will continue to use Dave for all of our...
KREPS CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in May 2013
They were excellent. The installer was able to level our cement slab. He put the flooring in at a diagonal direction. We love the product and the installation. When a different contractor marred the floor Slaughterbeck came and fixed it on their way to another job.
Slaughterbeck Floors Inc
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Reviewed in March 2012
We gradually realized that Torrance Construction and partner Doug Magee who was in charge of the job had allowed faulty work to be done in most areas of our house. While Torrance Construction offered to redo the work, it was obvious when they had to replace large portions for the third time that...
Torrance Construction Inc
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