Carpet Questions
Questions To Ask Your Carpet Salesperson
Did you know - Various carpet retailers may charge different
carpet prices for various services. Some may charge extra for services that
others may include at no charge. In shopping for carpet and eventually buying
carpet, make sure you ask the right questions related to your carpet installation.
Did you know - Make sure you ask the right questions when
you are buying carpet. Understanding the carpet retailer responsibilities may
prevent misunderstandings later.
· Does the price of the carpet include carpet
padding and carpet installation?
· If not, how much extra is the charge for carpet padding and carpet
installation?
· Is there a guarantee or warranty on the carpet/carpet
padding/carpet installation?
· Will the salesperson come out to the home to do an accurate room
measurement at no charge?
· Can you borrow large samples of several different carpets to take
home to analyze colors?
· Where will the seams fall? Avoid seams against the traffic direction.
· Does the carpet price include metal stripping at the thresholds
and wrapping the carpet around each stair step?
· What is the charge for removing old carpet and carpet padding and
hauling it away?
· What is the charge (if any) for moving furniture?
Check The Following In The Store Before You Buy
· Select a neutral carpet color
if furniture has a distinctive pattern.
· Tweeds and medium colors show less soil.
· Patterned carpets will show less staining.
· Check the carpet color
in both store light and daylight, then at home in lamplight. Each time place
carpet on the floor, not at eye level.
· Check pile density by bending
back a corner of the carpet to see how much of the backing shows. The more
backing seen, the less fiber to walk on and the less durable the carpet.
· Make an estimate of the amount of
carpet you will need before you go to the store. Is the store's carpet
measurement similar to yours?
Before Signing On The Dotted Line Always Get:
· A written estimate of the total price and a complete description
of carpet.
· A written copy of the guarantee for the carpet,
the carpet installation and the stain resistant finish, if present.
· A sample of both the carpet and carpet padding ordered to compare
when the carpet is delivered.
Article by Michael Hilton of carpetbuyershandbook.com - the Largest Online
Source for Unbiased Carpet Information (http://carpetbuyershandbook.com)
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