Old Carpet Removal & Disposal
Starting a flooring project? We connect you with pros who can handle the heavy lifting of removing and disposing of your old carpet and padding.
A Clean Slate for Your New Floors
Before you can install beautiful new flooring, the old carpet has to go. Removing carpet, padding, and tack strips is a dusty, labor-intensive job. LocalXR connects you with professionals who can quickly and efficiently handle the entire removal and disposal process, leaving you with a clean, prepared subfloor ready for your new installation.
When You Need a Carpet Professional
Professional carpet installation ensures a beautiful, comfortable, and long-lasting result. Here's when you should call a carpet expert.
Our Carpet Removal Services
Carpet & Padding Removal
Careful removal of all existing carpet and underlying padding from any room or staircase.
Tack Strip & Staple Removal
Removing all tack strips from the perimeter and pulling up staples to ensure a smooth subfloor.
Subfloor Inspection
Once the old carpet is removed, the subfloor is exposed, allowing for inspection of any potential damage that needs to be addressed.
Disposal & Haul-Away
Properly bundling and disposing of all old materials so you don't have to.
Why Hire a Pro for Carpet Removal?
While it seems like a simple DIY, professional removal is faster, safer, and ensures your subfloor is properly prepared for what comes next.
- Saves Time & Labor: Removing carpet is a physically demanding job. A pro can do it in a fraction of the time.
- Proper Tools: Professionals have the right tools to pull up tack strips and staples without damaging your subfloor.
- Convenient Disposal: Avoid the hassle of trying to dispose of large, bulky rolls of old carpet and padding.
Carpet Removal FAQs
What is underneath my old carpet?
Typically, you will find a wood subfloor (plywood or OSB) in homes with a basement or crawlspace, or a concrete slab in homes without. You might also find old hardwood or vinyl if the carpet was laid over it.
Will the removal process damage my baseboards?
A professional removal technician takes care to minimize damage. However, minor scuffs or paint touch-ups may be necessary, especially where the tack strips were installed closest to the wall.