Here’s what you should know about carpet stretching

Carpet stretching is a necessary element of new carpet installation that keeps your floors from premature wear, especially balding, bunching, and seam separation. It also helps keep the edges in places and attached so that your floor looks great for many years. Follow along with us as we provide more information about this process and more.

Carpet can be stretched several inches over time, showing that you can wind up with an appearance that is less than perfect without this service. The good news is, with proper installation and reservicing when necessary, this isn’t something you’ll have to worry about. It's well worth the time and expense of restretching your carpet when necessary, as it extends the lifespan of your floors and pushes back the necessity of re-flooring your home. The common question is, how do I know if I need carpet restretching? If you see that your carpet looks rippled, crinkled, or moves a great deal when you vacuum, then that’s a good sign that you should speak with a flooring professional about the possibility of restretching. You might wonder why you should bother with having your carpets restretched. The truth is, a loose carpet can be tough to clean, mainly if you use a powerful vacuum cleaner. The tighter the carpet, the cleaner it will be when you’re finished, and the less opportunity for damages during the cleaning process. If you’d like to know more about this professional service, feel free to visit our showroom whenever you’re in the area.