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How To Get Ready For New Carpet?
What to do before, during and after you have new carpet installed in your home?
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Take advantage of my Free Carpet Installation GET-READY Checklist to get prepared and help make sure your New Carpet Installation Experience is Safe and Successful. Most carpet stores will provide a to-do list to help make sure you are ready when the installers arrive to install your carpet.
Free Carpet Buying / Installation Checklist
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Before You Buy New Carpet…
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Get several free estimates from locally-owned carpet dealers. See who I recommend near you
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Take your time choosing. Take several samples home. How much does carpet cost?
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Never buy carpet on the first visit or allow a salesperson to pressure you into buying right now.
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Do your carpet homework! Learn what makes one carpet better than another.
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Make sure you get accurate carpet measurements.
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Get bids and estimates in writing and try to get every detail written down!
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Learn how to avoid carpet scams and the secrets to choosing new carpet wisely.
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Do all interior painting at least one month prior or wait until after the carpet is installed.
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During
the Carpet Buying Process...
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Learn what grade of carpet you need based on your needs, goals, lifestyle and budget.
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Take my free Carpet Foot Traffic Test to see what grade of carpet you might need.
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Shop for the grade of carpet you require and find several carpet styles and colors that you like.
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Take several carpet samples home to consider your best carpet choice.
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Take your time choosing the right carpet and padding for your needs and goals.
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Keep the original carpet sample until after the carpet has been installed, for comparison purposes.
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Keep the original sales receipt with the price of carpet shown separate from the pad and installation cost. (You will need this as proof if you file a carpet warranty claim)
3. On Installation Day...
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Have all furniture, fragile wall hangings and knick-knacks removed from rooms to be carpeted.
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Have rooms pre-heated to at least 70 degrees, 3 hours before and during installation.
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Make sure kids and pets are safely out of the way, and all valuables are safe and secure.
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When the installer arrives, check the carpet color and style to make sure it is the same carpet you ordered.
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Use the original carpet sample for comparison purposes, if possible.
4. After Installation…
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Do a walk-around with the installer and inspect the job thoroughly.
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Make sure all your concerns are addressed before the installer leaves your home.
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Get your installation warranty in writing.
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Get the name and phone number of the installer. (contractor license number?)
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Do not make the final payment until you are fully satisfied.
5. Carpet Care and Maintenance
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Read the manufacturer's carpet warranty and follow all suggestions and requirements.
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Vacuum your carpet regularly. Spot clean as necessary. Never use bleach on your carpet.
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Consider buying a new vacuum. Visit my Best Vacuums page to learn more.
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Keep all receipts for professional carpet cleaning, as they are required to be shown as proof of proper maintenance.
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Always hire a professional and certified carpet cleaning company.
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Never clean your carpets yourself with a rented carpet cleaning machine while your carpet is under warranty.
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Learn more about carpet cleaning care and maintenance: How often should I have my carpets cleaned?
Print My Free
Carpet Installation Get-Ready Checklist
(PDF Format)
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