Perhaps you've spilled a glass of wine on the carpet and the stain is firmly set. Or maybe you're sick of those unsightly pet stains or cigarette burns that have been there for years. Now you're wondering if simple carpet repair can save the floor covering or whether you need to replace the whole thing. Kelly Prater Carpet Repair-Installation, an experienced flooring professional serving Lincoln and Omaha, NE, explains below when to repair the problem and when you should consider carpet replacement.

When to Consider Carpet Repair

Carpet repair is almost always feasible if the stains or burns are contained to a small section. If you act quickly, you can likely blot up the wine or pet urine and prevent staining. However, even if the stains are set and scrubbing does not improve the carpet’s appearance, an experienced repair service can provide patching. If there are unattractive bumps or folds in the carpet throughout the house, they can be removed with carpet restretching techniques.

When You Need Carpet Replacement

If the carpet is becoming generally worn and threadbare and shows numerous stains or fading caused by UV exposure, you should replace it. This type of damage is too extensive for patching to be effective. Moreover, if the rug exudes an unpleasant odor due to years of pet stains and you cannot improve the smell with deep cleaning, you probably need to pull up the carpet and the padding beneath and start over.

Whether you need carpet repair, restretching, or replacement, be sure you hire an experienced service with a long history of success. In Lincoln and Omaha, NE, your best choice is Kelly Prater Carpet Repair-Installation. Owner Kelly Prater completes all work himself quickly and with minimal interruption of your routine. Visit his website to submit a contact request or call (402) 440-5848 to request service.