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Asked on February 14th, 2018
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No, stretching carpet requires special tools and knowledge. We recommend you contact a carpet installer. You can start by calling us at 855.494.5972 to locate and schedule a pro. Thank you. ... Read more
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Or do I have to remove the old tile first?
Asked on February 14th, 2018
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That depends. If the existing floor is competent and vinyl, new tile might be okay. If the existing tile is ceramic and you want to install new ceramic or any other material, removal of the old floor is best practice. Thank you. ... Read more
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You can install tile directly over concrete, lots of people do that. However, for optimal performance it is best to install a slip sheet (also known as a cleavage membrane) as recommended by tile manufacturers to help prevent any cracking that occurs in the concrete from telegraphing up through the tile. Thank you. ... Read more
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Need extra hardwood placed at edges as shrunk around edges a couple of inches
Asked on March 13th, 2018
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We can certainly help you out with a project like this. Please give our homeowner support team a call at 855-494-5972, and we will be able to further assist you with getting in contact with pros and getting an estimate. ... Read more
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Ceramic tile 25 Sq ft floor and subfloor replacement
Asked on March 16th, 2018
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You can use our cost calculator here: https://porch.com/project-cost/cost-to-install-bathroom-floor-tile to get a general idea. Demolition and replacement of subfloor would be extra, as would removal and replacement of any fixtures. Thank you. ... Read more
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We're having a little difficult understanding the question. It's probably best to call us at 855.494.5972 to determine your exact needs and get started. Thank you. ... Read more
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We need approx 8 X 4 feet of our floor cut out and replaced in our living room of our Moble Home .
Asked on July 24th, 2018
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Jane: Sounds like a handy person can help you. You can call us to get started with a local pro at 855-494-5972. Or you can search for local pros here: https://porch.com/royal-pines-nc/contractors Thank you. ... Read more
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The wood is rotten and there's places were there holes coming in the floor and it is dangerous to get around in my home
Asked on October 11th, 2021
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Paula: You can call us at at 855-494-5972 or 800-604-2454 and we’ll be happy to help you locate a local professional to assist with your manufactured home flooring needs, most likely this can be done by a handy person. Also, you could input your zip code at the URL below to locate a local pro: https://porch.com/near-me/handyman ... Read more
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Level floors
Asked on September 2nd, 2022
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Teresa: Thank you for contacting Porch. Yes, our flooring professionals can assist with leveling, within limits. If the slope is significant a general contractor may be needed to make structural repairs. You can input your zip code here https://porch.com/near-me/flooring-contractors for local pros or call us at 1-855-707-0141 to get started. ... Read more
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2 car garage
Asked on March 12th, 2024
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Joel: Thank you for contacting Porch. A two-car garage can run from $1,500 to $3,000, depending upon the condition of the slab and finish chosen. This does not include moving everything out of the garage and replacing. You can call us at 1-855-707-0141 to get started with a local pro. ... Read more
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