Today’s Carpet Prices – How Much Does Carpet Cost?

Carpet cost? So many homeowners are totally in the dark about how much new carpet might cost that I have devoted a special webpage to fully answering this question for homeowners.

Visit my very useful webpage about CARPET COST:  Carpet Cost at AbcCarpets.com. It will give you a good idea about how much various grades of carpet typically cost, with carpet pad and qualified carpet installation.

Most consumers are concerned about their final Carpet Cost including the cost of all the extra charges. Depending on who you buy carpet from, some big box retailers run specials on carpet padding or carpet installation and then hit you with hefty extra fees and charges that you were not expecting. I have a national list of Preferred Carpet Retailers that are all locally owned and, honest and  reputable by my standards. It may be convenient to look at carpets while you shop for home improvement products at the home improvement warehouses… But I never recommend big box retailers for those who want to get a fair and square deal on new carpet and I never recommend any nationally advertised shop-at-home retailers.  There are plenty of locally-owned carpet retailers that are willing to bring samples to your home if that’s what you would like, but I think those shop-at-home carpet dealers with repititious commercials on TV offering huge savings do not cater to well-informed consumers in search of  a fair and square deal on new carpet or flooring.

Homeowners typically want to know how long their new carpet will last and how much new carpet might cost, but overall most consumers do not choose the right carpet quality, and therefore end up with a carpet that is incapable of lasting as long as they hope or anticipate.  

The question is…how much should you really spend on new carpet? So many factors are involved in the best case scenario to make a sound judgement…

What grade of carpet should I select?

It all depends on how long you want your carpet to last AND how much foot traffic you have in your home.  There are so many things consumers need to look out for when buying new carpet. I will give you a few examples and my professional take on the subject.

Speaking of how long you want your new carpet to last…. How well you care for your carpet is another big factor. If you don’t clean your carpet regularly and vacuum on a regular basis, then you can kiss about half of your carpet lifespan goodbye.

Oh, and another thing you need to consider… if your new carpet was not installed properly it may also lose up to half of its intended lifespan.

Oh, and did I mention this little fact? If you choose the wrong padding, guess what? you got it, another half of your carpet life can be lost forever.

Wow, did you think about all these potential ways that your expensive new carpet could end up going the way of the dinosaurs faster than you dreamed possible? How could you know? I can help you overcome all these problems and more if you are willing to take the time to learn a few important things about buying carpet. 

First of all, slow down. Don’t be in a hurry to head out to a carpet dealer and start looking at carpets.

And PLEASE do not call any carpet retailer that you see advertising on television. I never recommend big-box home improvement warehouses with their sneaky low-cost carpet installation prices, AND I never recommend any shop-at-home carpet sellers who offer a whopping 60% off carpet prices on television. Consumers are often quite gullible, and saving 60%  sounds real good on the surface… but you all know the famous old saying… “if it sounds too good to be true”. 

Folks, the last thing you need is to be pressured to buy carpet  “today”  from unscrupulous salespeople who prey on uninformed or unsuspecting homeowners.

Next, take a look at my website and read all my free carpet buying articles and information at abccarpets.com

I’ve retired from active sales and installation in the carpet business and now I am a consumer advocate. I’ve worked very hard over the past 11 years helping millions of homeowners choose carpet wisely and avoid common carpet scams. I have developed a very select list of reputable carpet stores that are each hand-selected by me personally. They are all locally owned, very knowledgeable and provide excellent customer service. I go to great lengths to locate, screen and identify only the best and most reputable carpet dealers in America.  Visit my Preferred Carpet Dealer Directory

Carpet Installation Cost

Wednesday, June 18, 2009

How much does Carpet Installation Cost?

New Carpet Installation prices

How much does it cost to have carpet installed? If you are looking to find out how much it costs to install new carpet I have all the answers you need.

In different parts of the country, (The USA) the price of carpet installation may be higher or lower depending on the supply and demand. In our current down economy, there are a lot more hungry carpet installers out there looking for work. This is good news for those consumers who have money to spend on home renovations and are willing to do a little legwork to find a qualified carpet installer and negotiate a good deal. I bet you can negotiate as much as 30% off their normal carpet installation charge, especially if you are willing to pay them in cash at the end of the day.

Buyer beware: print out my free carpet installation checklist. You want to be sure your carpet is installed right the first time!

Getting the job done right, regardless of cost.

The main thing you want to be sure of, is that the carpet installers use a power-stretcher to install your carpet. Gone are the days where a simple knee-kicker will do the trick unless you’re installing cheap carpet in a very small room on a very hot day. Carpet needs to be stretched in tight, and the only way to insure this is to use a power-stretcher. If they don’t use a powerstretcher, then find an installer that does! Otherwise you might void your warranty!

Cheapest Carpet Installation Costs!

In the southern states, there is much more competition and carpet installation prices are much lower. For example, in Miami, Florida you can get carpet installed for less than $2.00 per yard. I’m not saying it would be a qualified install, but there are plenty of hungry people in the area willing to work very hard for little money. Making sure your carpet installer is qualified is up to you. Don’t assume that every carpet installer is qualified to install your carpet. In fact, I believe that less than 35% of all carpet installers are properly trained.

The States with the lowest carpet installation costs have typically been Florida, Texas, New Mexico, and southern California. Other southern states like Louisiana, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Arkansas and Southern Arizona have fairly inexensive carpet labor and installation costs.

I am not suggesting you go for the lowest installation price, in fact, getting your carpet installed properly is extremely important if you want your carpet to last as long as it was intended. I go into great detail in my ebook, The Complete Carpet Buying Guide. It’s only $14.95 and will save you ten times that or your money back!

The northern states are the highest priced which includes Northern California, Oregon, Washington State and the Northeatern States including New York, Ohio, Illinois, West Virginia, and Connecticut. I find that Midwest States have their share of hungry installers too, especially in Tennessee, Georgia, Missouri, Kansas, Idaho, Utah and Nebraska.

The Real Numbers:

You can expect to pay at least $2.50 per yard for installation in the southern states and as much as $5.50 per yard in northern states.

Some Carpet Retailers Pad Installation Costs.

Some carpet retailers choose make additional profits by padding the installation charges, often adding as much as 25% to the total installation cost. I feel this is an unfair charge to the consumer. Carpet retailers already make a fair and reasonable profit from the carpet and pad. Charging more for installation costs is unwarranted and unethical in my opinion. If your carpet retailer has higher than usual installation costs, you might want to shop around to see if other nearby carpet stores have lower and more reasonable installation prices.

Beyond the basic carpet installation

Some carpet dealers offer specials on carpet installation. Some of these specials are too good to be true. Free carpet installation sounds good when you hear about it, but in the end, is it really as good as it sounds? Not always. The basic carpet installation does not include any extras. If your carpet installation job needs any extras, then you may find that the final bill for yor carpet install is much higher than you expect. Don’t assume that their low price installation is valid n your situation. When your carpet is installed, you may be faced with a sizable final bill that you did not expect.

It’s the unexpected extra fees and charges that can add up in a hurry if you’re not careful. Installing carpet on stairs will almost always demand an additional charge. Depending on the type of stairs you have it will be anywhere from $3 for a standard box step to as much as $15 per step for a double-wrapped stair with a pattern match Berber. The longer it takes to upholster a step the more it will cost. The standard flight of stairs will usually cost about $75 in addition to the normal cost of carpet installation.

Other unexpected carpet installation costs.

Removing the old carpet and padding.

Tear out of the old carpet and padding can be anywhere from fifty cents per yard to $3.00 per yard. They may also try to add on a dump fee of $10 to $50 depending on how much old carpet and pad you have. A good carpet team of three can remove 100 yards of carpet and pad in less than an hour. I think $2.00 per yard is more than enough to remove the old carpet and padding and haul it away. Most carpet retailers have a dumpster available onsite for their installers to use. I don’t think a dump fee of more than $10 is a fair charge unless they don’t have a dumpster and they have to take the old carpet to the landfill or recycling center.

Installing new tackless strips.

New construction will require that new tackstrips must be installed. It is easier to install on wood than on concrete. The fee for wood might be an additional 25 or 50 cents per yard. The fee for installing tackstrips over concrete might be an additional $1 per yard. In existing homes with damages tackstrips that need to be replaced, it should be about $2.00 per each four foot section.

Some installers charge by the hour to do any work that is preliminary to the installation. In this case, It’s usually about $50 per hour (per person). This includes moving furniture, sealing floors and doing any floor repairs.

Transitions

The carpet will meet other flooring types and must have a transition of some type. Examples are: Carpet to vinyl, carpet to hardwoods, carpet to vinyl tiles, and carpet to ceramic tiles are some of the possibilities.

Transitions can be made of wood, metal, rubber or plastic. Each transition is available in different quality levels and depending on the application, the correct transition must be used to ensure a long life without failing. The cost of transitions vary widely and should be discussed with your carpet estimator/retailer before the bid final is drawn up. The cheapest gold or silver colored transitions are generally priced at $1-$2 per foot. A rubber transition in a utilitarian application should cost about $3-$5 per foot. A transition of prefinished hardwood can easily cost $5 to $20 per foot. Brass of other specialized transitions can be quite costly.

Threshholds are another story. If your front of back door is in need of a new threshhold, plan on spending at least $50 for a new one. Usually these are made of aluminum and have to be cut to fit. If you want a snazzy threshhold made of a prefinished hardwood, expect to pay much more. Installing a new threshhold is not always a quick and easy job and may require expert finish-contractor abilities.

Trimming doors

If your new carpet is thicker than the last carpet installed in your home, your doors may need to be trimmed at the bottom. If your installer is qualified and well equipped to do this, then the charge can be anywhere from $10 per door to $50 per door depending on what your doors are made of. Trimming the bottom of doors is not a job for the inexperienced. It is not easy to do correctly and it is easy to ruin a door if it is not done properly.

You can’t just run a skillsaw or jigsaw along the bottom of a door and expect it to look nice when you are done. Some woods like pine or mahogany will easily splinter and fray on the backside and end up looking horrible unless you take steps to keep this from happening. Again, depending on what your doors are made of will determine how to trim your doors without damaging them. If in doubt, call in a professional carpenter.

If you want more information about carpet installation costs or how to find a qualified carpet installer please visit my free carpet information website at http://www.abccarpets.com/

Locate a Preferred Carpet Store near you!

Please visit Alan’s Preferred Carpet Dealer Directory at http://www.abccarpets.com

Each carpet retailer listed in Alan’s directory is hand-picked and must pass stringent requirements in order to be included in this consumer friendly and locally-owned, National Carpet Dealer Directory.

Alan Fletcher is a 30-year carpet and flooring expert and a consumer advocate for the past decade. Alan helps consumers choose the right carpet, find the best carpet deals, locate qualified carpet installers and avoid common carpet scams.

Visit Alan’s Network of Free Carpet Buying Information:

http://www.abccarpets.com/
http://www.howtobuycarpet.com/
http://www.homecarpetshopping.com/
http://www.landlordfloors.com/
http://www.carpetsupersite.com/

Buying New Carpet Soon? Expert reveals tricks of the trade.

I don’t sell carpet anymore… I retired about 10 years ago and now offer my 30-years of carpet wisdom, knowledge & experience to help consumers like you choose wisely and save a fortune on new carpet.

Since 1998, I have helped thousands of consumers get a fair and square deal on new carpet. Most did not realize that they were spending more than necessary or choosing a carpet that would not last as long as they expected.

Most consumers don’t do their homework and follow the bad advice of untrained carpet salespeople. I can help you save a fortune on new carpet if take the time to learn how to buy carpet wisely and let me show you the tricks to saving money on carpet.

It’s not easy, and you have to want to choose wisely. If you have money to spare, or you just don’t care if you spend an extra $500 or a thousand more than necessary, then you should X out of this blog and select whatever carpet you want.

On the other hand, if you really want to save some real money, you need to learn how to avoid the common carpet scams that are everywhere! I can help you avoid scams and save a ton of money. Order my ebook now! The 2009 Complete Carpet Buying Guide contains everything you need to know about buying carpet wisely and saving money!

The 2009 Complete Carpet Buying Guide is the most powerful book on how to buy carpet ever written. It’s available only as an Instant Download for only $14.95.

Order right now, and I will gladly answer all your carpet buying questions and will send you my special email address so you can send your questions directly to me. I’m sure you will have many questions that you will need my professional answers to. You can count on me to help you select the right carpet at the right price. Order my ebook and get the powerful information you need to save a fortune on new carpet and choose wisely.

- Alan J. Fletcher- Carpet Expert & Consumer Advocate 

www.howtobuycarpet.com

The Carpet PAR Rating System (P.A.R.)

Understanding The P.A.R. Carpet Rating System

One of the ways carpet manufacturers have attempted to help consumers select a suitable carpet is with the P.A.R. Rating System, which stands for Performance, Appearance, Retention. These are three big words that mean very little to most carpet-buying consumers.

I get emails every day from people who want to know what the PAR rating system is and how it works. Sadly, it is a very confusing system that doesn’t really help most consumers make the right carpet choice. Even carpet salespeople are confused about what the PAR numbers mean.

If I were going to design a simple system to rate carpet quality I would call it something more understandable like: The C.A.T. Carpet Rating System. It would help consumers choose the right carpet based on their number of Children, Animals and Teens! These are three real factors that need to be considered when choosing the right carpet for you!

The PAR carpet rating system, created by Shaw Industries, designates a number from one-to-five, rating carpet durability based on a typical “family-of-four” scenario. While I’m sure they go through a lot of trouble and expense to provide this rating system, I personally think it falls short of being a trustworthy gauge for consumers. I believe the system is outdated and uses variables too limited in scope and vision. I think the PAR Rating System is not a trustworthy gauge of “real life” carpet durability, the parameters are too narrow and inconsistent across the board with various styles of carpet. What does this mean? After 30 years in the carpet business I know one thing for sure, there is no such thing as a typical family of four!

Obviously, I do not put much faith in the PAR rating system and do not recommend any consumer rely on the PAR rating system solely to determine which grade of carpet can effectively meet their needs and goals.

My advice: When you decide to buy new carpet, you need to ask yourself some important questions before you should decide on which carpet to buy.

These questions are:

• What is the level-of-foot-traffic in my home?
• How long do I want my carpet to last?
• How much carpet do I need?
• How much does carpet, carpet padding and installation cost?
• What is my budget for this project?
• Which carpet style should I select?
• What carpet pile thickness, density and face-weight should I select?
• What quality or grade of carpet will meet my needs, goals and lifestyle?
• Where can I find the best deal on the right carpet?

These questions are the tip of the iceberg!  Do you want to save hundreds on your next carpet purchase?

Let me help you! Visit my FREE Carpet Information Website

Looking for a Reputable Carpet Store? Visit Alan’s Preferred Carpet Dealer Directory at AbcCarpets.com.

 

 

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Alan’s Preferred Carpet Dealer Directory

Good news for carpet retailers! According to Alan Fletcher, a popular consumer advocate, many homeowners may decide to skip their summer vacation this year and invest in new carpet or flooring instead. The bad news for flooring retailers?  Consumers are hoping for deep discounts.

Millions of homeowners are expecting a sizable tax return while many others have been saving their money waiting for just the right time to get the best flooring deals. The slow economy has affected virtually all retailers so the best time for consumers to negotiate their best deal on new carpet may be right now!  

Times are tough and many carpet dealers have already closed their doors. Carpet retailers need to act fast if they expect to survive the downturn in the economy.

Fletcher is the author of The 2009 Complete Carpet Buying Guide, and has been a trusted consumer advocate for over 10 years. He’s committed to serving the needs and goals of today’s homeowners.

“In our current economy, everyone knows it’s not a good time to sell a home, but many are finding out that right now is a great time to negotiate a great deal on home renovations! Many retailers are offering customers great deals to get them to buy now.” Fletcher says. ”But in the carpet business, consumers are usually willing to pay a little more to be sure to receive first-class service, quality materials and guaranteed installation.”

Fletcher retired after 30-years in the carpet business, and since 1998 has developed a popular Consumer Carpet Buying Information Network. “My websites attract over 200,000 homeowners a year who count on me to provide accurate and honest carpet buying information to help them make wise choices.” said Fletcher. 

The most common question Fletcher receives from his readers?

Who should I buy carpet from?

To answer that call, Fletcher provides readers with a nationwide list of locally owned carpet dealers that meet his criteria for inclusion. It’s called Alan’s Preferred Carpet Dealer Directory, and is located at AbcCarpets.com

Fletcher has a message for carpet dealers. “Yellow pages and newspapers won’t do the trick anymore. Consumers are using the Internet to do their homework before they make major purchases. What have you done today to attract these web surfing homeowners to your store?”

“Everyday, my free Carpet Information Network attracts hundreds of homeowners who are getting ready to buy new carpet. They count on me to provide honest and accurate carpet buying information and advice.” Fletcher said. “Last year over 24,000 readers cracked open my carpet directory, and I’m still looking for a few more reputable carpet retailers to recommend to my readers.”

Due to the popularity of Fletchers’ websites and being a trusted person of influence, a business listing in Fletcher’s Preferred Carpet Dealer Directory can help retailers increase sales and attract more customers from farther away.

Contact Info:

Alan J. Fletcher

Email: Alan@AbcCarpets.com

www.AbcCarpets.com

www.Howtobuycarpet.com

www.Carpetsupersite.com

“Shop At Home” Carpet Information Website launched

Ever wonder if those huge carpet and flooring discounts advertised on TV are really a good deal, or a scam? And what’s the story on those shop-at-home carpet retailers that bring their samples to you, are they really a smart way to buy carpet or just an over-priced, high-pressure sales pitch in my living room?

Now you can get all your questions answered and put all your fears to rest! There’s a new website called HomeCarpetShopping.com that provides free carpet information and advice by Alan Fletcher, a 30-year carpet buying expert, popular consumer advocate and author of The 2009 Complete Carpet Buying Guide.

Alan’s new website is designed to educate consumers about potential benefits and hazards when dealing with “shop-at-home” carpet retailers. “There are carpet scams to look out for and I reveal and explain how to avoid a number of common consumer problems on my new website” Alan reports.

Alan went on to say that one of the most difficult aspects about selecting the right carpet is choosing carpet that is capable of withstanding the level of foot traffic in your home. “If you choose the wrong carpet, as people very often do, your new carpet will not last as long as you expect” said Alan, “That’s why consumers need to predetermine their level of foot traffic before they begin shopping for carpet.”

To help homeowners, Alan has added a very special feature to his new website, a simple test to help rate their level of foot traffic. By answering a few simple questions visitors will come away knowing where they stand. Alan insists that this is the first and most important step in the carpet buying process.

According to Fletcher, once a homeowner determines their level of foot traffic, the next step is to decide how long they want their carpet to last. “When you combine the traffic level with the longevity factor, it will reveal the proper grade or quality of carpet to select, says Fletcher. The next step is calculating about how much carpet you need in order to figure out how much the project should cost. “This is the most important carpet information that consumers really need to know,” said Alan.

Fletcher firmly believes that Shopping for carpet at Home is the wave of the future and is in the process of compiling a nation-wide directory of shop-at-home carpet retailers who offer great service, guaranteed installation and reasonable prices. “Shopping for carpet in the comfort of your own home is a great way to be sure you select the right colors to match your décor, saves time from driving all over town and wasting money on transportation costs.” Says Fletcher.

Shopping for carpet in the comfort of your own living room can be a very satisfying experience, especially if you take advantage of Fletcher’s free carpet buying tips, tricks and secrets compiled from over three decades of carpet and flooring experience.

Visit Alan’s website here: Http://www.HomeCarpetShopping.com

Choosing New Carpet Wisely

Choosing New Carpet Wisely ©2008 Alan J. Fletcher – Consumer Advocate

Buying new carpet anytime soon? Carpet prices have increased dramatically in the past few years making it a major homeowner expense. In order to save money and get the job done right the first time you need to make wise choices. Otherwise you stand to lose thousands and end up with a carpet that you are unhappy with. In order to be completely satisfied with your carpet purchase you need to consider the following:

• Appearance
• – Select a carpet style and color that you like.

• Quality
• -Choose a carpet will meet your needs and goals and last as long as you expect.

• Cost
• -Select a carpet priced within your budget.

• Maintenance
• -Select a carpet that will resist stains and clean easily.

• Value
• -Determine if you are getting a fair and square deal.

 

How do you accomplish all this?

 

1. You must know how to select a carpet that will meet your needs, goals and lifestyle.
2. You must choose the correct padding type, thickness and density.
3. You must buy from a reputable carpet dealer with knowledgeable salespeople who will provide good service and reasonable prices.
4. You must obtain proper installation.

Smart shoppers can save hundreds.

When buying new carpet, consumers usually get what they pay for as long as they buy from a reputable dealer. Inexpensive carpet & padding is poorly made and is not designed to last very long. But consumers often believe that the higher the cost, the longer a carpet will last. This is not always true The more you spend on carpet the higher your risk of being scammed. How to find a reputable dealer is the hard part. Visit my free carpet information website at howtobuycarpet.com to see my list of preferred carpet dealers. 

Selecting the right carpet

The carpet samples you see at the carpet store will all look and feel great, but once installed in your home you will discover the truth. Some carpets mat down and look horrible within a year or two, depending on how they are constructed. Appearances are deceiving, you can’t tell if a carpet will last a long time just by looking at it. You need to know how to interpret the carpet specifications. This includes the carpet fiber type, tuft twist, pile height, pile density and face-weight. Carpet padding also has specifications that are important to consider. I can help you choose your next carpet and padding wisely.

Where not to shop for carpet

Depending on where you live, you may have limited choices as to where you can conveniently shop for new carpet for your home. In rural areas, there are usually fewer choices and you may need to drive to a more populated area to have more choices and better options. In larger cities there are plenty of carpet retailers to choose from, but not all carpet retailers are reasonably priced.

Bad advice

Consumers often rely on the advice of carpet salespeople. But many retailers hire salespeople who are not sufficiently experienced and because they lack fundamental carpet knowledge and experience consumers don’t get the correct answers necessary to make wise and informed carpet choices. I can provide you with honest and accurate answers to all your carpet buying questions.

Poor installation

Another huge problem carpet stores have is finding qualified carpet installers. Installed wrong, your carpet can lose half its life span. It is your responsibility to make sure your carpet is installed correctly. You need to know a little bit about how carpet is installed. Why? Because if they do a poor installation job you need to be able to recognize it and take necessary steps to have the problem corrected as quickly as possible. I can tell you all you need to know about carpet installation and what problems to watch out for.

Private Labeling

Many carpet dealers have their own private labels to confuse you. They change the style and color names of the carpets and place their own labels on them so you can’t shop around. If you find a carpet you like at one store, you can’t just call a different carpet store to see what their price would be for the exact same carpet. You need to learn how to overcome private labeling scams and comparison shop for the best deal.

The Solution

Buying new carpet is not easy these days because there are so many sneaky ways that unscrupulous carpet dealers can take advantage of unsuspecting shoppers. There are still plenty of reputable carpet stores, but you need to know more than just where to shop, you need to know what carpet and pad is right for you. I can help you with all that and help you save a bundle too. Take advantage of my 30+ years of carpet buying experience in my ebook, “The 2008 Complete Carpet Buying Guide.” Inside, you will find everything you need to know about buying carpet wisely including the best places to buy carpet, how to determine if the price you are quoted is a good price and how to avoid common carpet scams. Visit my website for more free carpet buying information.

Alan J. Fletcher

Consumer Advcate

 at AbcCarpets.com

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Attention Landlords,  Real Estate Investors, and Property Managers

 

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replacements and flooring repairs?  

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1. Carpet & Vinyl Replacement and Repair Strategies  

You can’t win unless you have a strategic game plan. So far you have been losing thousands of dollars every year. During my 30- years in the flooring business, I have developed many powerful strategies, procedures and methods that can save you thousands on carpet and vinyl replacements. My strategic game plan incorporates an aggressive approach and solution to your  ongoing problem of spending too much on flooring replacements and repairs.  My program is guaranteed to save you money!  It is easy and quick to implement and you can even keep your current flooring vendors and installers. Call me today and lets talk about the many ways I can help you increase your rental profits!

 

Let me be clear, I don’t sell carpet or flooring materials. I do not require you to stop using anyone who you are currently doing business with. I can save you money no matter who you do business with right now. My flooring management solution is revolutionary. You will be amazed.

 

What you need to know about my services upfront:

• This is NOT a way to buy material through a new supplier.
• My service does NOT require you to change distributors or vendors
• I do NOT require you to hire a different installer or installation company
• I do NOT require you to change your property management company.
• I WILL take a hard look at the flooring materials you are currently using to determine if they are a suitable match for you based on the tentants you typically rent to and the long term goals you wish to achieve.
• I WILL take a hard look at how your flooring is currently being installed and will suggest changes that can dramatically effect the overall outcome and longevity of your flooring materials.
• I WILL implement many unique and powerful strategies that will save you a large amount of money, month after month, YEAR AFTER YEAR.

 

2. Maintenance Training for apartment complexes. 

Training your maintenance people about flooring maintenance and care can save you a ton of money! You’ll be amazed how much money you will save. My methods and strategies are revolutionary. I can save you money in ways you never thought possible. You have everything to gain, but only if you are willing to consider what I have to offer. Read on…

 

3. My Landlord Flooring Management Guide. 

Every apartment investor and maintenance supervisor should have a copy of my powerful property management guide entitled “Landlord Floors – Carpet and vinyl management for rentals”  in their bookshelf. It is the new  standard in rental flooring management. Now available for instant download to your computer. I think all real estate investors are skeptical by nature. After you read my Landlord Flooring Management Guide you will have little doubt as to my credentials in this industry and my ability to help you save thousands each and every year. But what I reveal in my books is only the tip of the iceberg! 

 

4. I’ve developed an incredible comprehensive flooring management strategy that will save you thousands, guaranteed! There’s no other system like it in the world.

My comprehensive floor covering consulting service is not offered by any other company in the world. What I have to offer you is totally unique. I can help you  save as much as 25% or more on your flooring replacement and repair expenses without you having to change your current flooring vendor or suppliers. Most of my techniques are very easy to implement and offer immediate and substantial savings. It sounds too good to be true doesn’t it? and the best part is… It won’t cost you anything to find out how much money you can save….

 

5. Let me explain further by giving you a common scenario.

Let’s say,  for example purposes, that you happen to own a 300-unit apartment complex that is at least 5- years old. It is likely that you hope that your carpet and vinyl flooring will last for at least five years before it needs to be replaced. But the sad truth is, you often end up replacing your flooring more often than that. But for this example, let’s just say that you only replace your flooring every five years. That means you will be replacing about 5 units per month, every month, as long as you own these apartments. (300-units divided by 60-months = 5)   I don’t work with those who own less than 300 rental units because of the cost to implement my programs. You would not be willing to spend $1000 to save $1000 would you? No. But if I could save you $30,000 this year what would that be worth to you? This is the reality I am talking about if you only have 300 units. How many units do you have? How much money should you be saving? You’ll never know unless you call me and talk to me about it. It’s only money. But it’s YOUR money we are talking about.

 

Now, the typical 2 bedroom 1-bath apartment has 80 yards of carpet and 20 yards of vinyl. At current market prices carpet and vinyl flooring replacement is typically about $1200 for the carpet and about $400 for the vinyl. That’s about $1800 per unit, and again, you do this about 5 times per month on average. That adds up to approximately $9000 per month or $108,000 per year. However, if you allow pets, or if there are any unexpected flooring repairs needed, mold or dry-rot  or water damage to fix, or if your tenants rebuild their motorcycle engines in your living rooms this amount will surely go up.

 

One hundred and eight thousand dollars is a lot of money. How would you like to only pay out $80,000 and save $28,000 per year? But not just this year, every year. In five years your savings would be $140,000. In twenty years your savings would be $560,000 or more. Let’s not forget the interest you could be earning on this money.  Does this interest you? It should because it can be a reality for you. The more more units you own the more money you can save.

 

I have just described what an owner of just 300 apartment units can expect to save by using my flooring management solution. It’s easy to implement and you don’t have to change who you do business with right now. You just have to add me into the equation and give me the ability to make some changes to the way you do business with flooring vendors and how you handle your onsite management operations. Basically I need you or your property management company to allow me to implement some strategies that will yield dramatic savings for you.

 

I know you would like to know what my strategies are and how I can possibly save you such a huge amount of money, but this is the secret to my success. It is a well-developed set of proven strategies. Once I reveal my strategies to you or your property management company you will have no more need for my services. That’s why I will require that you sign a confidentiality agreement

 

 

Maybe you are thinking…

 

But I hired a top-notch Property Management Company to handle all this on my behalf. I don’t have the time to deal with this. It’s there job to go with the lowest bid and save me money wherever possible. I trust that they will do a good job for me!

 

Yes, I understand, you give your Property Management Company a budget and they make due as best they can. They want to save you as much money as possible because it makes their portfolio look good to potential clients. But when it comes to flooring replacements,  they don’t always have enough time, experience or staff to save you the most money possible.  

 

Why are you in business if not to maximize profits? I would like to present you with a golden opportunity to put a huge amount of money back into your pocket. Anyone would be willing to entertain the thought of saving $10,000, $20,000 or $50,000 per year or more, right? 

 

Finally, let me ask you a simple question, if you could invest a mere $1000 and get a quick return of $10000 within this year would you be interested?  What if that same $1000 initial investment would save you $10000 next year too. And the year after that and 10 to 20 years after that too. That’s the power of my strategic flooring management solution. Once implemented, my flooring management system will work for you again and again, year after year without any more investment from you. 

 

Once you discover how to tap into the power of my program you will have the benefit of saving money from this day forward. But you must agree to keep my strategies a secret. Doing so will also give you a huge edge over your competition.

 

Don’t let this once in a lifetime opportunity pass you by. Call me today and let’s put together your unique flooring solution. A solution that will increase your rental profits dramatically for years to come. You have nothing to lose and thousands to gain.

 

Regards,

 

Alan J. Fletcher

email Alan@landlordfloors.com

visit my website: www.landlordfloors.com

 Dry rot? 

Cracked Gypsum? 

Pet urine damage? 

Mold & mildew problems? 

Water & moisture damage? 

Bad tenants that ruin your carpet & vinyl flooring? 

This is costing you a fortune!

 

I have your solution! 

 

Here’s what I can do for you…

 

I am the #1 leading authority on carpet & vinyl replacement and repairs in the nation. I wrote the book on Saving Money!

 

My Flooring Management books are featured at IREM.com, MrLandlord.com, Landlord.com, RentalProp.com, Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Powell’s Books, and many more! Dozens of my flooring articles are featured all over the world in trade papers, magazines and newspapers.

 

If you really want to save a ton of money on your flooring replacements & repairs you need to contact me.

 

 

Alan J. Fletcher

Flooring Management Consultant

Alan@landlordfloors.com