Why Shopping Local for Carpet Could Save You Hundreds
Why Shopping Local for Carpet Could Save You Hundreds
When it comes to replacing your carpets, it can be tempting to head straight to one of the large national flooring retailers. They have big showrooms, plenty of advertising and lots of carpet options — but it is always worth getting a quote from a local flooring specialist before making your decision.
We recently completed a stair and landing installation for a customer who had originally visited a major flooring retailer. After discussing their requirements and looking at the options available, we were able to supply a luxury Charter Berber loop pile carpet and save the customer hundreds of pounds on the carpet alone.
A complete flooring installation
This wasn't simply a case of fitting a new carpet over the existing flooring.
We carried out a full preparation and installation, including:
Uplifting and removing the existing old flooring
Removing the existing underlay
Supplying and fitting new underlay
Preparing the stairs and landing
Supplying the new Charter Berber loop pile carpet
Professional fitting throughout
Finishing the stairs and landing to a high standard
The finished result gives the stairs and landing a completely fresh appearance, while the loop pile construction provides a practical and hard-wearing option for an area that receives plenty of daily foot traffic.
Why consider a local flooring company?
One of the biggest advantages of using an independent local flooring company is that you can often receive a much more personal service.
At SR Flooring, we can come to your home, measure the areas properly, bring samples for you to look at in your own surroundings and discuss what will actually work for your property and budget.
We're also happy to look at like-for-like quotes from other suppliers. If you've already been to a large retailer and received a price, it is worth asking us to quote as well. In many cases, we may be able to offer a comparable or better flooring option for less.
Of course, every flooring project is different, and the cheapest quote isn't always the best option. The quality of the carpet, underlay, preparation, fitting and materials used can all make a significant difference to the finished result and how long the flooring lasts.
Don't just compare the carpet price
When comparing flooring quotes, it's important to look at what is actually included.
A cheaper-looking quote may not include things such as:
New underlay
New gripper
Door bars
Uplift and disposal of existing flooring
Floor preparation
Adhesives
Additional fitting requirements
This is why we always recommend comparing the complete installation, rather than simply comparing the price per square metre of carpet.
Supporting a local business
Choosing a local flooring company isn't just about potentially saving money.
You're also dealing directly with the person responsible for measuring, supplying and fitting your flooring. If you have a question before or after the installation, you have someone local you can contact.
For us, recommendations and repeat customers are a huge part of the business. Providing a good service, using quality materials and leaving customers happy with the finished result is what helps a local business continue to grow.
Looking for new carpet in Stroud?
If you're considering new carpet for your stairs, landing, bedrooms or throughout your home, we'd be happy to provide a free quotation.
Whether you've already received a quote from a major retailer or you're just starting to look at your options, it costs nothing to compare.
You may be surprised at how much you could save by shopping local.
SR Flooring – Stroud & surrounding areas
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