If your carpet is starting to bunch or get ripples, it’s time to consider carpet stretching. This is a common type of carpet repair service people have done, but you may find yourself wondering if it’s worth it. Is it better to just leave the carpet as it is? Aside from aesthetics, why would it be worth it to stretch your carpet? Here’s what you need to know about carpet stretching. 

What Is Carpet Stretching?

Carpet stretching is the process of re-stretching out your carpets that can be bunched and rippled from extensive wear. It pulls the carpet tighter and re-fastens it to the floor and edges of the room so that it is smooth and even again. 

Why Bother Carpet Stretching?

Having your carpet stretched is part of caring for and maintaining it. This is because it’s harder to clean a carpet that is loose and bunched than it is to clean one that is smooth and flat. Your attempts to clean your carpet with vacuums or steamers or any other machine can end up doing more harm than good, enacting more wear and tear on the already worn carpet and shortening its lifespan.

Because carpets are textile, this means that over time and with use, they will relax and ripple and bunch, like clothes and towels and the like can, too. Especially with how we move furniture over carpets, are always walking on it, and it is constantly experiencing other uses such as playing, with children or pets or both, these loosen your carpet over time. 

Sometimes, carpets can be installed poorly, which can speed up the process of becoming looser and decrease their lifespan. If your carpet wasn’t installed correctly, you’ll want to remedy that.

What Causes A Carpet To Need Stretching? 

All of the above factors for why you should bother with carpet stretching are part of what causes them to need stretching to begin with. Some additional reasons that can cause your carpets to need stretching include:

• Water damage
• Improper cleaning
• Temperature changes
• Dragging heavy items across it
• A low quality carpet pad
• The age of the carpet

What Are The Benefits Of Carpet Stretching?

Carpet stretching is worth it because of the following benefits: 

Safety

Carpet stretching is important because left alone, those bunches and ripples can lead to unsafe conditions, causing people to trip and fall. While many falls can be harmless, some can be very dangerous, especially if someone hits their head on a table or something. Having your carpet stretched when needed will ensure that your home stays safe.

Increased Lifespan

It also increases the lifespan of your carpet, because a smooth and flat surface won’t fall prey to as much damage as one that isn’t. Dirt can’t settle in uneven pockets and make your carpet deteriorate faster if there are no uneven pockets to settle in.

If your carpet wasn’t installed properly, a professional who comes to stretch your carpet can fix this. They’ll make sure your carpet is tightly secured, which also increases its lifespan, by keeping it from becoming loose and prone to damages. 

Aesthetic Appeal

A stretched carpet looks better than one that is wrinkled and bunched. A carpet in need of stretching brings down the overall look of your home, while a smooth, stretched carpet makes it look more polished. 

How To Tell If You Need Carpet Stretching

Generally speaking, if your carpet is not smooth and flat, this is likely a sign that you could use stretching. Some of the most common indicators that it’s time to call someone for your carpets are: 

• Lumps and wrinkles

Carpet shouldn’t be wrinkly or lumpy, so if yours is, it’s time to look into carpet stretching.

• Loose edges

These are a sign that the carpet is coming up from the floor or wasn’t secured properly. 

• Damage

If your carpet was damaged, this can loosen your carpet and cause it to need stretching.

Why Carpet Stretching Is Worth It

As you can see, there are quite a few factors that can impact the quality and longevity of your carpet that carpet stretching can help with. Maintaining your carpet through hiring a professional to come stretch it will make it last longer, make it easier to clean, and both make your home safer and more aesthetically pleasing. If your carpet needs stretching, you should hire a professional to come out, so that you can keep it in the best condition possible for as long as you can. 

Do You Need Carpet Stretching? 

TNT Cleaning Company offers professional carpet stretching services. We can get your carpet feeling good as new. If you would like to schedule a carpet stretching, please feel free to contact us at TNT Cleaning Company today!