Five Tips for Finding a Professional Carpet Installer
Purchasing carpet for your home is a big decision. Making sure your new carpet is installed properly is just as important as choosing the right style, color and type of carpet. Knowing the facts about your installer will help you get better results. Many carpet dealers have
professional installers and will handle the details of installation for you.
You may save money by purchasing your carpet from a source that does not provide
installation services, but if you choose this route, be sure to hire a
professional installer who knows what he is doing. Here are some tips to help you choose a good carpet
installer: 1. Experience Find out how long the installer
has been installing carpet and make sure his experience is in residential or
custom homes. Five years is an acceptable amount of experience in most cases. Consider the complexity of
your job, too. The more complex you feel the job will be, the more experience
you want to require of your installer. 2. Licensing and Bonding Make sure your installer is
licensed and bonded. To be certain, ask for copies of licensing and insurance
information. 3. References Ask for several references,
and then follow up. Depending on the size of your job, you should ask for three
or more references to get the right recommendations. Request recommendations
for installation jobs performed at least six months prior so you can find out
if any problems have arisen since the job was completed. 4. Get an Estimate – in Writing! For comparison purposes, ask for the same information from each installer you consider. Be sure to include the following: Cost of
installation based on the specific type of carpet you have purchased Estimated square
yards to do the job Grade of padding to
be used 5. Check out the Warranty For added peace of mind, be
sure to find out what kind of installation warranty the installer provides.
Should problems arise in the future, you need to be certain about the terms of
your warranty. Once you feel confident that
you’ve chosen a good installer, be sure the contract you sign includes all
materials, labor and anticipated start and completion dates for the project. If you purchase your carpet from a dealer who handles installation, make
sure all the areas mentioned above are covered thoroughly. Peace of mind is
important when you’re spending money to put new carpet in your home, whether the
job is large or small. Following these tips should lighten the stress of getting the job done right and allow you to look forward to the luxurious feel of new carpet under your feet. About the Author: DirectBuy carries a large selection of brand-name
carpet at wholesale prices direct from the manufacturers and their
authorized suppliers. A one-stop shop for all your home building, furnishing
and remodeling needs, DirectBuy has virtually everything – including the
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