What do I need to do to prepare my room for installation?

We ask that you remove all small, fragile, and personal items from the room. We can help with moving the larger pieces of furniture, which we can discuss during your initial consultation.

How long does a typical installation take?

It depends on the size and complexity of the job. However, a standard-sized bedroom can usually be completed in a few hours, while several rooms might take a full day. We prioritize doing it right over doing it fast.

Do you remove and dispose of the old carpet and underpad?

Yes, absolutely. Our service includes the careful removal and responsible disposal of your old flooring materials. It's all part of providing a complete, worry-free installation.

Carpet Installation in Peterborough

Measure the full layout

Include closets, stairs, doorways and material direction when calculating the installation plan.

Underpad and seam planning

Select underpad for the room's use and place seams where they can be joined and protected carefully.

Stretching and edges

Secure the carpet with controlled tension and finish edges cleanly at walls and transitions.

There's nothing quite like the feel of new carpet under your feet. But a beautiful carpet can be let down by a rushed installation. We believe the difference is in the details that you can't see, like proper subfloor preparation and precise seam work. Our approach is simple: do it right, with care, every single time. This ensures your new carpet not only looks fantastic on day one but continues to perform beautifully for its entire lifespan.

Our Methodical Approach to Carpet Installation

A lasting carpet installation isn't about speed; it's about method. Before a single roll of carpet is brought into your home, we conduct a thorough inspection of the subfloor. We look for any imperfections, squeaks, or moisture issues that could cause problems down the line. A perfectly flat and sound subfloor is the foundation for everything that follows. We don't cut corners here because we know that what's underneath is just as important as the carpet itself.

Next comes the planning. We carefully measure your space to ensure minimal waste and to plan the placement of any necessary seams. Seams are always placed in low-traffic areas and away from direct sightlines whenever possible. We use industry-best techniques and tools to make them strong and nearly invisible. When it comes to stretching the carpet, we use a power stretcher, not just a knee kicker. This guarantees the carpet is properly tensioned, preventing ripples and buckling from forming over time.

Respect for Your Home is Paramount

Having contractors in your home can be disruptive, and we take that very seriously. We carefully handle your furniture and take great care to protect your walls and baseboards during the entire process. After the installation is complete, we don't just pack up and leave. We perform a detailed cleanup, including a thorough vacuuming of your new carpet, and remove all old materials and installation debris from your property. The only thing we leave behind is a perfectly installed, beautiful new floor. It’s the small, obsessive details that add up to a job you’ll be happy with for years. For a free, detailed quote, call us directly at (647) 898-7839.

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Customer Reviews

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★★★★★

"The team from Delight flooring were amazing!!. They removed our staircase and upstairs carpet and did a fantastic job of installing our new hardwood as well as cleaning up and disposing of our old carpets. The job was completed extremely quickly and everything exceeded our expectations. I can't recommend them highly enough"

HomeOwner • 3 Aug 2014 • HomeStars

★★★★★

"Finding the right flooring can be stressful and expensive. And finding the right installer could be the same. With so many incapable installers out there, you just never know who to trust. Rudy was professional and prompt from the start. They showed up when promised and started working without delay. They nailed and used adhesive where necessary. I am very impressed with their skill and attention to detail and would recommend them to anyone. Thank you Delight Flooring and I look forward to my second floor hardwood installation."

HomeOwner • 28 Jan 2015 • HomeStars

★★★★★

"Rudy supplied and installed laminate hardwood flooring in my boutique and I am extremely pleased. They were punctual, detail oriented, tidy and polite. His professionalism kept me at ease from the first phone call to the quote to the finished project. I highly recommend them!"

HomeOwner • 11 Oct 2012 • HomeStars