The initial installation of a home carpet involves laying down the tacks and underlayment pad, rolling out the new carpet, and then stretching it tight to the tacks in all four directions of a room. The finished product looks like a great carpet running smoothly across the floor and ready to move in. Over time, however, the carpet pulls back off of its tack strips on the edges. That in turn creates gaps, bubbles, bumps and wrinkling that becomes especially noticeable around heavier furniture. What people don’t realize, however, is that carpets can be re-stretched, and it’s a great way to get that tired carpet looking better again, as well as removing sags where it could be damaged or prematurely worn.
Repair Carpet Damage
Carpets that sag and bunch tend to be exposed to more damage and friction over time, creating wear spots that turn into holes. This happens a lot in high traffic areas or where furniture is being moved around. However, by carpet re-stretching the flooring, the point of friction is lessened and the carpet lays flat. That reduces the damage to the carpet as well as removing potential tripping hazards. Sagging carpets also tend to trap more dirt and soil from traffic, becoming dirtier over time. By flattening and stretching, the carpet is easier to clean, dirt doesn’t trap as much, and the carpet lasts longer.
A Real Solution to a Tired Carpet
At California Xtreme Steam, we combine practical carpet maintenance with top-notch cleaning services to bring back the luster and functionality of carpets in homes, adding years to their lives with care, professional service, and prevention. We also handle carpet repair and spot treatment as well for tough stains. There’s a lot a homeowner can do for basic carpet cleaning and maintenance, but when a real improvement is needed, carpet re-stretching with a professional cleaning is the best way to bring back the life, color and feel of a carpet, especially when it’s in a high traffic area. Give us a call at California Xtreme Steam to find out more and schedule an appointment!
