Do you have bumpy or uneven carpets? If that’s the case, it might be time for a carpet restretch. Perhaps your carpets are a few years old, or you have recently moved into an older home. Over time, it’s common for carpets to become bumpy, wrinkly, loose or uneven in various places, and if you notice any of these signs, the sooner you take action, the better.
Loose carpets can create serious trip hazards, and they don’t look great. Ignoring the issue can cause the carpet to deteriorate beyond repair, and then you are faced with a costly premature replacement.
Wondering about how to restretch carpets? It’s quite complex, so read on for everything you need to know about this advanced carpet repairing method and how the Carpet Surgeon team can help to get your carpets looking new again.
How to Restretch Carpet. Can I DIY?
Carpet stretching is an intricate process that involves tightening and re-securing wall-to-wall carpets that have become loose or developed wrinkles over time. The aim is to restore the carpet to a tight, smooth and wrinkle-free surface.
While nothing is stopping you from stretching a carpet yourself, consider the outcome you want before you take this on. If you want beautifully even and bump-free carpets, you might not want to take a DIY approach. You must be aware of the process and professional tools required if you’re not a carpet technician, as the process of how to restretch carpets is not as easy as it looks.
Here are some pros and cons of taking a DIY approach.
Pro: Quick Fix
If you’re looking for a quick way to address issues like loose carpet or wrinkles immediately, you may be considering a DIY approach. However, waiting a day or two until a professional carpet specialist can visit your property is a small sacrifice for a stellar result. Consider holding off the DIY approach if you want the job done to the highest standard.
Pro: Cost Effective
While you may feel like you are saving money on labour costs, you will need to buy tools for the job. You could be looking at spending close to $1,000, depending on the quality and type of carpet stretching tools you can get your hands on. Some essential carpet stretching tools for this type of project are a knee kicker, power stretcher, carpet trimmer and seam roller.
Con: Further Damage
Carpet stretching requires proper training and specialist equipment. Without this knowledge, you risk causing further damage to your carpet or leaving it uneven, which could spell costly repairs down the line or even a full replacement.
Con: Knowledge of Using Tools
Using advanced carpet stretching tools requires experience and skills to ensure proper and safe handling. In this case, it’s best to leave it up to qualified professionals with the necessary knowledge to use the right equipment and achieve the desired finish.
How to Restretch Carpets with Carpet Surgeon
If a DIY approach sounds overwhelming, we’re here to help!
At Carpet Surgeon, our carpet specialists know exactly how to restretch carpets and what is required to achieve flawless results. As a Kiwi family-owned and operated business with over 30 years of experience, we are passionate about providing superior quality carpet services for those who require expert solutions.
Our Carpet Restretching Process
Our carpet technician will visit your property and assess the issue. Once they understand what is required to restore your carpets, you will be provided a quote for your consideration before any work is done.
To restretch carpets, we use advanced tools and cutting-edge technology and techniques. Depending on the room size and how many issues need to be addressed, the process can take one to two hours. We’ll prepare the room, move furniture out of the way, and vacuum the carpets to ensure a dirt-free surface.
Then, we lift the carpet from the tack strips using carpet pliers. We take extra care and caution during this process to ensure the carpet backing or underlay is not damaged. A power stretcher is then used to grip the carpet and slowly pull it tight and back into place to leave a smooth, even surface. The carpet is then pressed back onto the tack strips and secure. We’ll apply any finishing touches like neatly tucking the carpet edges and returning all furniture to the room and back to its original place.
Achieve Professional, Flawless Results Today
If you need your carpets restretched, don’t delay, contact our team today for a free, no-obligation quote. No matter what you need, we can help.
We can assist you with a variety of jobs, so if you need carpet repairs like fixing carpet seams, relaying and complete carpet replacement, we’ve got you covered! Experience the Carpet Surgeon difference today and enjoy beautiful carpets in your home or workplace.
