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Carpet Stretching 101

What Causes Carpets to Wrinkle?

"Colorado Carpet Masters technician carpet stretching loose carpets."

Unfortunately, the problem often stems from poor-quality installation.  All carpets must be power stretched at installation. The carpet is meant to be installed tight like a drum, and this is only possible with the use of a power stretcher.

Some retailers advertise “knee kickers” as an appropriate tool for carpet installation. Every time I see one of those ads, I cringe. Knee kickers are meant only for small areas and will not effectively stretch a carpet in a room. More damage has been done to carpets because people assume it is OK for their carpets to be installed with a “knee kicker.

According to the Carpet & Rug Institute Carpet Installation Guidelines,  “Using a Mechanical Stretching Device (i.e. Power Stretcher) is Mandatory. Devices used as a substitute for such devices may cause injury, damage carpet or substrate, or result in inadequate stretch. Such devices are not acceptable.”

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Leave Water Restoration to the Experts

Do I Need a Water Restoration Company?

Leave Water Restoration to the ExpertsShould your carpets and rugs get damaged by flood water, you’ll have two options – replace them or repair them. However, if the damage is beyond your DIY skills, it’s best you leave the water restoration and carpet repair work to the experts. Of course, if you live in Boulder, Longmont, or Broomfield, Colorado … lucky you! That’s because you could always call the experts at Colorado Carpet Masters to do the job.

Whether you live in a flood-prone area or not, the unpredictable and erratic nature of today’s global weather patterns can cause flash floods as a result of heavy rain or snowstorms, when least expected. While damage to your expensive carpets and rugs can range from the moderate to the severe in such an event, you could stand to lose a small fortune to replace them with a new set.

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Carpet Cleaning Is Serious Business

Choosing the Best Carpet Cleaning Company

Carpet Cleaning in ColoradoHow many people know how the carpet cleaning industry developed into what it is today? Modern technology, powerful cleaning chemicals, and the skilled, carpet cleaning technicians we have today have evolved because of failed processes in the past. Years ago people used shampoo and a bucket of water to clean their carpets. As a result, carpets were often damaged, bacteria-laden, dull in appearance, and had significantly shorter lives.

The truth is that in Colorado there are many carpet cleaning companies that do not take carpet cleaning seriously; lack the proper equipment, or are inefficient or unqualified to carry out a professional job. On the other hand, Colorado Carpet Masters is highly qualified, experienced, and equipped, and leaves no stone unturned when carrying out carpet cleaning projects for their clients.

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5 Cool Things to do in Boulder, Colorado

5 Cool Things to do in Boulder, Colorado

Colorado Carpet Masters loves our Boulder carpet cleaning clients, and we love their city too! Boulder is such a wild card, there is always a variety of things to do in Boulder for everyone to enjoy. Check out our top five cool things to do in Boulder if you visit.

1. Check out Pearl Street Mall

Pearl Street Mall is a all in one destination, unique to Boulder, Colorado. Described as the “Heart of Boulder”, this four block area gives a visitor a taste of the local flavor. Filled with street performers, local cuisine and tons of shops– it is an activity that has something for everyone. Pearl Street shopping consists of many well known brands, but also lots of local shops specific to the city. There is lots of food, people, and interesting things to see even if you aren’t a shopaholic. Pearl street is a favorite for many locals and tourists when visiting!

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Sewage Water Restoration

Can I Clean Carpet - Sewage Damage Restoration?

sewage damage in Commerce CityWater damage to your home is never pleasant.  But sewage water restoration creates a unique set of challenges.I arrived at a home in Commerce City today expecting to cut out a small piece of sewage-damaged carpet from a sewage backup that occurred last week. The carpets were completely dry and we had to determine how far the sewage reached into the room. [It should be noted, that a family member was hospitalized with respiratory issues unrelated to the sewage backup. This complex situation was a determining factor in the ultimate treatment of their carpet.]  The homeowner wished to piece together some carpet scraps and replace the areas that he thought the sewage had reached. We had some very tough decisions to make and I wanted our solution to be cost-effective, considering the stress and worry he was already under with a child in the hospital. His wife showed me where

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