Carpet Fitting in Tiverton

Fitting carpet properly isn't just about rolling it out and trimming the edges. It needs stretching tight, grippers fitted all around the edges, and careful tucking under skirting boards and into doorways. Do it wrong and you'll have wrinkles, loose edges, and a carpet that wears out faster than it should.

### What Proper Carpet Fitting Involves

**Gripper Rod Installation** - We fit gripper rods around the perimeter of the room. These hold the carpet edges taut and stop it shifting over time.

**Underlay Fitting** - Good underlay makes your carpet feel better underfoot and extends its life. We'll fit it flat with no gaps or overlaps.

**Carpet Stretching** - Using a knee kicker and power stretcher, we pull the carpet tight across the room. This removes wrinkles and ensures it doesn't ruck up when you walk on it.

**Edge Trimming and Tucking** - Edges get trimmed to size and tucked neatly under skirting boards. Doorway joins are cut clean and finished with threshold strips where needed.

### Done Right vs Done Wrong

| Done Right | Done Wrong | |------------|------------| | Carpet stretched drum-tight, no wrinkles | Loose carpet, ripples appear after a week | | Grippers fitted all around, carpet secure | Edges lift, carpet shifts when vacuumed | | Neat tucking under skirting, invisible edges | Gaps visible, edges stick up and fray | | Underlay flat and joined properly | Lumpy underlay, joins you can feel underfoot |

### What You Get

| What's Included | |-----------------| | Gripper rod supply and installation | | Underlay fitting (if required) | | Carpet stretching with proper tools | | Edge trimming and tucking | | Doorway finishing and threshold strips | | Furniture moving (light to medium items) | | Offcut disposal and clean-up |

### Pricing Guide

| Time Required | Total Cost | |---------------|------------| | 2 hours | £110 | | 3 hours | £160 | | 4 hours | £210 | | 5+ hours | Quote based on job |

Pricing depends on room size, complexity (stairs, alcoves, bay windows), and how much furniture needs moving. We'll give you a fixed price quote before starting.

**Pro Tip:** Don't skimp on underlay. A good underlay makes cheaper carpet feel more expensive and extends the life of pricey carpet. Worth every penny.