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Q: Is a stair runner cheaper than a carpet?

• <div><p>A stair runner can be cheaper than a carpet and will definitely save money over the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hardwood-floor-refinishing-cost-and-other-factors.htm">cost of refinishing hardwood floors</a> and stairs. The price depends, however, on the fabric and quality of the runner. A wool stair runner can be more expensive than an inexpensive polyester carpet and vice versa. Keep an eye on your budget, knowing that the higher quality the carpet and the carpet pad, the better the carpet will wear over time.</p></div>

Q: 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>

Q: How do you protect hardwood floors?

• <div><p>Furniture pads and rugs are simple ways to protect your floors as they prevent furniture from scratching them, reducing wear and tear. The same goes for trimming your pet&rsquo;s nails since they can scratch the floors as well. You can also apply a protective finish every few years to maintain the floor&rsquo;s appearance. </p></div>

Q: Is it worth it to stretch or restretch a carpet?

• <div><p>Carpet stretching can be a worthwhile investment to increase the lifespan of your carpet and eliminate unsightly wrinkles, ridges, and ripples. For an older carpet that is in relatively good condition aside from some wrinkling or bubbling, restretching can make it look like new and extend its life by at least a couple of years. You should consider restretching when you notice looseness or other related issues.</p><p>However, it's important to note that stretching will not fix issues like stains, wear in the pile, or discoloration. Consider replacing the carpet instead if the repair cost is more than 50% of the price of a new one. Additionally, if your carpet is past its expected lifespan of five to 15 years, or if it has been stretched multiple times already, replacement is likely a better option.</p></div>

Q: How can you tell if carpet padding is bad?

• <div><p>Most people realize it is time to replace the padding when the carpet loses springiness or feels thin and unsupportive. Other telltale signs are lumps or dips in the carpet that could look unattractive or cause tripping hazards. Similarly, if your carpet is making a crinkly sound or starting to wear out prematurely, you might need to replace your padding.</p></div>

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John and crew are excellent! Always punctual, very courteous and professional yet friendly. They cleaned up extremely well. He offered to check our gutters and cleaned them as well. I have recommended them to several people that were also very satisfied with their work. I highly recommend them!
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Reviewed in April 2024
They are top notch Professionals at all they do and quick as well! They put up our Garage in 4 days! WOW!!ð ®
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Very well excellent service would highly recommend spillz.
Spillz LLC
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Reviewed in December 2020
The 2 men that came and installed our Windows were professional and so nice and took pride in their work!! Very Clean!! We loved how they installed our Windows!! Excellent Work!!
Renewal by Andersen of Wyoming
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Reviewed in June 2020
They came promptly and got the job done. I'm very pleased with the job.
Productive Cleaning
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good job, came when they said, good clean up. Good value.
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Reviewed in October 2013
The system was shipped late and did not arrive until after I had left town. This is leaving my house unmonitored for two months until I return. I called Frontpoint and all they offered to do was extend my contract for two months and credit me for my first two months of bills, after I install...
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Red Rock Construction LLC

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"They are top notch Professionals at all they do and quick as well! They put up our Garage in 4 days! WOW!!ð ®"

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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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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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Cothren Plumbing & Construction

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"When we were having issues with our rentals plumbing, we reach out to Alex and he did not hesitate to come over and find out the issue. Knowing very well we could not do it ourselves, we hired him to get it done. Not only was he courteous and knowledgeable, he was able to fix our backing up problem swiftly. He is very professional, the work he provided fixed our issues in a timely manner and his rate was very resoanable. I highly recommend Cothren Plumbing and construction for any of your needs!"

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Countertops By Design

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"Hard working ! Quick and easy. Love the work. Absolutely amazing for the price they give ! Incredible product, beautiful style and color and saved about 3,200. Highly recommend countertops by design!!!"

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Rocky Mtn Floor Installation

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Serving Basin, WY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"Jeff is a responsive, conscientious professional of the highest integrity. I am extremely satisfied with the results of his workmanship and attention to detail."

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Dutchman Hardwood Floors & Custom Painting

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Serving Basin, WY and surrounding areas

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We're a well established business with over 20 years of unmatched expertise. Customer and priorities are always first. We're very timely with our work and never lose attention to detail, and we specialize in custom work. We would love to help you make your dream home a reality.\n

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In business since 2002

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"Great quality service with prompt response."

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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

A stair runner can be cheaper than a carpet and will definitely save money over the cost of refinishing hardwood floors and stairs. The price depends, however, on the fabric and quality of the runner. A wool stair runner can be more expensive than an inexpensive polyester carpet and vice versa. Keep an eye on your budget, knowing that the higher quality the carpet and the carpet pad, the better the carpet will wear over time.

When choosing whether to install carpet in your home, consider the pros and cons of this change:

Pros

More affordable than laminate flooring
Gives the room a warmer feel
Softer on feet
Wide variety of textures and colors
Hides dirt easily
Faster and easier to install

Cons

Shows wear and tear more quickly than laminate flooring
Shows stains
Soaks up liquids
May not work well in some areas, such as a bathroom
Less durable than laminate flooring
Susceptible to water damage, mold, and mildew

Furniture pads and rugs are simple ways to protect your floors as they prevent furniture from scratching them, reducing wear and tear. The same goes for trimming your pet’s nails since they can scratch the floors as well. You can also apply a protective finish every few years to maintain the floor’s appearance.

Carpet stretching can be a worthwhile investment to increase the lifespan of your carpet and eliminate unsightly wrinkles, ridges, and ripples. For an older carpet that is in relatively good condition aside from some wrinkling or bubbling, restretching can make it look like new and extend its life by at least a couple of years. You should consider restretching when you notice looseness or other related issues.

However, it's important to note that stretching will not fix issues like stains, wear in the pile, or discoloration. Consider replacing the carpet instead if the repair cost is more than 50% of the price of a new one. Additionally, if your carpet is past its expected lifespan of five to 15 years, or if it has been stretched multiple times already, replacement is likely a better option.

Most people realize it is time to replace the padding when the carpet loses springiness or feels thin and unsupportive. Other telltale signs are lumps or dips in the carpet that could look unattractive or cause tripping hazards. Similarly, if your carpet is making a crinkly sound or starting to wear out prematurely, you might need to replace your padding.

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