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Q: Is it cheaper to install carpet or vinyl flooring?

• <div><p>No, it isn&rsquo;t less expensive to install carpet compared to vinyl floors. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/carpet-installation-cost-and-advantages.htm">cost of installing carpet</a> can range between $3 and $11 per square foot, so it falls just over the cost of installing vinyl flooring, at an average of $3 to $7 per square foot. High-quality carpeting can also range much higher, even up to $20 per square foot.</p></div>

Q: Do you start carpeting stairs at the top or bottom?

• <div><p>When installing carpeting on your steps, start at the top and work your way to the bottom. That way, you can easily control the carpet and create a better seal. This approach prevents the carpet from bunching up or creating wrinkles as you work. You&rsquo;ll have better leverage over it as gravity helps guide it down each step.</p></div>

Q: What is the most inexpensive flooring to put in a mobile home?

• <div><p>Vinyl and linoleum are the most affordable flooring for a mobile home. The material costs <b>$3 to $7 per square foot</b>&mdash;or half as much as hardwood and slightly less than laminate. </p><p>Overall, vinyl isn&rsquo;t as durable as linoleum, but it performs best in areas with high levels of moisture. Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) or luxury flooring tile (LVT) has added durability with just a slightly higher price tag. </p></div>

Q: Is cork flooring better than hardwood?

• <div><p>It all depends on what you&rsquo;re looking for in a floor. Cork flooring is certainly softer and more sound-absorbing than hardwood floors, and the two share very similar maintenance routines. That said, for some homeowners, the pristine appearance of hardwood floors may be more appealing, and they may be less prone to scratches and dents than cork flooring. Hardwood flooring also tends to be more expensive than cork flooring.</p></div>

Q: Do carpet tiles need padding or underlayment?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Last update on June 08, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
All Piped Up will be my new go to for any plumbing projects or issues I have from now on! The owner Travis is kind, knowledgeable, and very thorough. We decided to remodel our basement bathroom. We wanted to change the location of the sink, install a new toilet, and install all new water lines...
All Piped Up, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2025
Had a metal roof installed and a large porch with roof and tongue and groove installed. The crew is very talented , they worked with me and paid attention to details for the build that I wanted. Gary explained to me ideas that would work. He would steer me away from something that was a bad idea...
Gary Martin Construction LLC
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Reviewed in December 2025
Our newly finished tub/surround is beautiful. Our home was built in 1870, and the tub we had done was an old cast iron tub. The salesman was very helpful and gave us good advice. We loved our tub, just not the way it looked! The price was just under $10,000, so it was a lot!! The only...
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Reviewed in October 2024
I highly recommend William R. Sharpe & Co. for electrical work, they did an excellent job with installing more much-needed electricity into a really old house. Work was high-quality due to their experience and was done in a matter of hours.
William R. Sharpe, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2024
John and his worker, Ramy, did a great job with a complicated major renovation project that completely gutted two adjacent rooms (Master Bath and Laundry/Half Bath), rearranged the walls, plumbing, and wiring in order to create a beautiful and much more efficient space than what we had before....
Barclay Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
Lance installed an overhead bathroom light fixture with an exhaust fan. He showed up on time, was friendly, fast and efficient. Very knowledgeable and professional. We will be calling him again!!
Elite Electrical Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Bryson did a wonderful job putting down new flooring in my home, I have radiator heating and those are not easy to work around and I was very impressed with the way it turned out. Will definitely call again for my future renovations!
Triple R
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Reviewed in July 2023
I highly recommend The Handyman Home Services for all your home repair/contractor needs. Mark is fantastic! I am so thankful to have found him on Angi, he has been a blessing! I had a water leak in my kitchen that caused a lot of water damage to the floor and some other areas. Mark not only...
The Handyman Home Services
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Reviewed in May 2023
Excellent work! So impressed. So happy with results. Completely new bathroom and floors.
Hrubik Construction
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Reviewed in March 2021
The roofing crew worked very efficiently and finished in the time we agreed upon ....The structure of the roof needed alot of repair before shingles could be put on.....Mr Wright made sure all repairs were properly completed and made ready for the shingles. They did a beautiful job installing...
Armor Construction (Wright Roofing)
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Premier Home Pros, LLC

4.5(

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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2022

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Warranties offered

"Premier Home Pros sent a contractor that was very professional. Zymier was always communicating on what he was doing. Plus extremely helpful and answered all concerns. I was also please with the job manager (s) Jim and especially Tyler Z. who stepped in with Zymier and completed the daunting task of a small "farmhouse" bathroom. Great job guys!"

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Red Ridge Contracting, LLC

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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Response time1 day

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Serving Philippi, WV 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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Ascended Constructions

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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

Were a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Ascended Constructions

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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Yes he was such a wonderful person and did a wonderful job"

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Ohio Valley Carpet Service

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Carpet - InstallCarpet - Install - For Business

Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very friendly, great price, and they made the process so easy for us. When our condo flooded, we had to rip out a lot, including all of the floors. Even with our boxes and chaos everywhere, they managed to put in beautiful new floors, making the place immediately feel more like home again. 100% will recommend them if any of our friends or family ever need flooring done. Great company."

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Kaisser Building Solutions

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Vinyl or Linoleum Sheet Flooring or Tiles - Repair

Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

"Did the job right the first time, I hired a couple contractors before hiring him but they never did the job right"

Response time7 hrs

Response rate85%

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Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Small jobs welcome

"The crew did a great job painting our living room, hallway walls, and ceilings. Completed the project in one day. Very much attention to detail. Cleaned up thoroughly after the job was done."

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Wood Flooring - Install or Completely ReplaceWood Flooring - Install or Completely Replace - For BusinessWood Flooring - Refinish+3 more

Serving Philippi, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

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"Chuck was too busy in this season, but he was helpful over the phone.
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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

No, it isn’t less expensive to install carpet compared to vinyl floors. The cost of installing carpet can range between $3 and $11 per square foot, so it falls just over the cost of installing vinyl flooring, at an average of $3 to $7 per square foot. High-quality carpeting can also range much higher, even up to $20 per square foot.

When installing carpeting on your steps, start at the top and work your way to the bottom. That way, you can easily control the carpet and create a better seal. This approach prevents the carpet from bunching up or creating wrinkles as you work. You’ll have better leverage over it as gravity helps guide it down each step.

Vinyl and linoleum are the most affordable flooring for a mobile home. The material costs $3 to $7 per square foot—or half as much as hardwood and slightly less than laminate.

Overall, vinyl isn’t as durable as linoleum, but it performs best in areas with high levels of moisture. Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) or luxury flooring tile (LVT) has added durability with just a slightly higher price tag.

It all depends on what you’re looking for in a floor. Cork flooring is certainly softer and more sound-absorbing than hardwood floors, and the two share very similar maintenance routines. That said, for some homeowners, the pristine appearance of hardwood floors may be more appealing, and they may be less prone to scratches and dents than cork flooring. Hardwood flooring also tends to be more expensive than cork flooring.

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.

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