Every carpet has a life span. Over the years, carpets absorb a massive amount of things. From dirt to dust, there’s not much that hasn’t spread to your carpet. The best way to extend the life of your carpets is to have regular professional cleanings done. Eventually, though, your carpet will reach the end of its rope. The fibers break down, lose color, and the overall look changes. The difference between old carpet and new is obvious. In today’s guide, we’re going to show you how to remove carpet the right way. Once you remove that nasty, old carpet, you can put down your new carpet or flooring and transform your space for the better. When you have a new floor down, be sure you perform regular maintenance. At CitruSolution Asheville, we are floor-cleaning experts and understand the importance of high-quality floor cleaning.

How To Remove Carpet

Removing carpet is a simple home project. With the right tools and some elbow grease, you’ll be able to get this done in no time! Let’s dive into the steps of removing carpet in your home.

Step 1

Before you start ripping up that old carpet, you’ll want to make sure there isn’t any debris or obstructions. You need to move any furniture out of the way and remove doors as needed. If you have a transition from carpet to another flooring type, you need to remove any transition strips. For your safety and comfort, you’ll want to wear a pair of gloves and kneepads to save your knees.

Step 2

Now it’s time to get down and dirty! Your carpets are attached to the floor with tacks around the entire perimeter of each room. Use a pair of pliers to grab a corner of the carpet, and once you have a good grip, pull up. Once the carpet is detached enough, just grab it with your hand and continue ripping it up.

Step 3

As you remove the carpet, cut it into 5-foot strips. Roll each strip up and tie it up so it stays together.

Step 4

If there’s padding underneath the carpet, you pull it up the same way you pulled up the carpet. Start at a corner, pull it up, and roll it in tight rolls. If the padding is attached with glue, you’ll want to use a floor scraper to remove the chunks and adhesive.

Remove the Carpet Pad

If there’s carpet padding to remove, follow the same steps as for removing the carpet. Padding generally comes in smaller pieces, so it’ll be easier to handle, and it’s a much lighter material, so you may be able to roll several pieces together at once.

Inspect the Tack Strips

Once you’ve removed all the carpet and padding, take a look at the tack strips. If they look good, and you plan on putting in new carpet, leave them on. On the other hand, if you’re going to install a different type of flooring, remove the strips with a pry bar.

Call The Pros To Clean Your New Floor

Whether you’ve got new hardwood floors or fresh, new carpets—we’ve got you covered. At CitruSoution Asheville, we pride ourselves on excellent cleaning and customer service. Give us a call today to set up a free estimate so you can keep your floors looking new!