Are your carpets in need of repair? Or perhaps you have noticed they look less vibrant and are beginning to pull away at the edges. If that’s the case, you’ve come to the right place.
It’s normal for carpets to experience some type of damage over time, which occurs for various reasons. From improper installation to heavy foot traffic or flooding, and water damage, you might notice the seams of your carpet starting to pull away, resulting in gaps. At this stage, it’s important to know what steps to take to repair your carpet seams so the issue doesn’t worsen and cause a tripping hazard or increase the probability of a full replacement. Luckily, we’ve got the solution for you.
When your carpet seams are fraying, coming loose or splitting, choosing a professional carpet repair specialist is the best way to address signs of damage. In this blog, we will discuss the common types of seam damage and how to repair carpet seams successfully with the Carpet Surgeon team. Let’s get started.
Types of Carpet Seam Damage
Seam damage is often due to high traffic or improper installation and stretching techniques. This is when you might notice the seam splitting, lifting or peaking. Knowing what type of damage to look out for is important because it will help you identify the issue early to prevent it from escalating. Let’s look at different types of seam damage and how you can identity them.
Splitting Seams
This is one of the most common types of carpet seam damage, especially in high-traffic areas. Other factors contributing to splitting seams are general wear and tear from high-suctioning vacuuming, installation shortcuts, moisture buildup or aging adhesive over time. Splitting seams is when you might notice gaps or openings between carpet sections, or feel gaps when you walk over the carpet seam. In more severe cases, the carpet edges close to the seam may begin lifting or curling.
Peaking Seams
Another common type of damage is peaking seams, which can occur due to excessive tension and being stretched too tightly during installation or when both sides of the carpet begin pulling against each other. You might notice or feel an uneven or uncomfortable surface when walking over the carpet, or visual signs like raised ridges or bumps along the seam lines. You might also see peaking at certain angles.
Fraying Seams
This type of damage occurs when the seams were not sealed properly with an effective adhesive during the installation. This can also happen with water damage, causing the fibres and adhesive to weaken over time or with repeated moving and dragging of heavy furniture across the carpet. Visual signs of fraying seams will worsen over time, becoming more noticeable after vacuuming or heavy foot traffic in certain areas. You can also look out for edges that look worn, or carpet fibres that are unraveling.
How To Repair Carpet Seams, Don’t!
It’s important to know how to repair carpet seams relevant to the type of carpet you are dealing with. We don’t recommend a DIY approach because restoring your carpets requires specialist repair techniques and advanced equipment. In other words, it’s a job best left to the professionals. As experienced carpet specialists, the Carpet Surgeon team take a bespoke approach and we know how to repair carpet seams across a broad range of materials using targeted techniques.
Our Carpet Repair Process
A carpet technician will visit your home to inspect the damage and recommend how we will repair the carpet seams on your particular carpet. We use cutting-edge, odourless, low-allergen glue technology to join the seams, trim, stretch, heat bond, and re-seam your carpets. Each situation is unique, and depending on the issue, we take a professional approach to repair the damage.
For splitting seams, our carpet technician may need to remove old adhesive, trim any frayed or uneven edges, and apply heat-activated seaming tape underneath the seam to bond the carpet edges together. A seam roller can press the seams together, resulting in strong adhesion and an even, smooth finish.
Dealing with peaking seams also requires professional techniques and tools, which include installing new seam tape and using a seam iron to re-bond the carpet. Similarly, repairing fraying seams requires a specialised seam sealer along the carpet edge to prevent further fraying.
Expert Carpet Repairs Auckland
Choose Carpet Surgeon for professional carpet seam repairs. No matter what damage your carpet has suffered, our specialists can find the best approach and solution to restore your carpet.
With over 30 years of experience in the carpet business, our highly trained team understands how to address your concerns, leaving you with beautifully refreshed flooring that will go the distance. Our services are tailored to your needs, and our boutique approach to carpet science allows us to treat each problem and find effective, lasting solutions. No job is too big or too small.
Contact Us
Whether you require urgent carpet cleaning, seam repairs or restoration, contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote. We can help you revive your carpets so you can enjoy living in a hazard-free, great-looking home.
