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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to what people ask us most.

Can carpet be repaired instead of replaced?

Yes, absolutely. Most localized carpet damage—including iron burns, deep tears, heavy pet scratching, missing chunks, and severe wrinkles—can be completely restored using advanced trade techniques like invisible patching and mechanical power stretching. This saves you thousands of dollars compared to buying new flooring.

How much does carpet repair cost?

Our professional repair services start from $130 to $160, depending on the specific type of service required. The total cost is determined by the size of the damage, the carpet material, the complexity of the pattern, and how much labor time is required to execute a seamless blend.

Can you repair carpet burns?

Yes, we are specialists in iron burn restoration and cigarette burn repairs. We cut away the charred, melted fibers cleanly without damaging the surrounding floor backing, insert a matching donor piece from a wardrobe or spare remnant, and weld it permanently in place.

Can you repair pet damage?

Yes, we regularly repair carpets that have been chewed, scratched, or torn by dogs and cats. This type of damage typically occurs around bedroom doorways and wall corners. We remove the frayed edges and insert a fresh, matching piece of carpet seamlessly.

Can you fix carpet wrinkles and stretch loose carpet?

Yes, we resolve loose, sagging carpet using heavy-duty mechanical power stretchers. We unhook the carpet from the edges of the room, pull the entire surface completely taut to eliminate dangerous trip hazards, trim away the excess material at the walls, and re-anchor it firmly.

How long does a typical carpet repair take?

Most standard residential repairs—such as fixing a single iron burn, repairing a doorway pet tear, or stretching a medium-sized bedroom—take between 1 to 2 hours to complete. Larger commercial jobs or multi-room restoration projects will take longer.

Are repairs visible after completion?

Our technicians use advanced invisible patching and precise row-matching techniques to deliver the most seamless results possible. While factors like carpet age, sunlight fading, and fiber wear can influence the blend, our repairs are designed to be completely unnoticeable during daily use.

Can you repair water-damaged carpet?

Yes, provided we are called in promptly. We extract standing water, apply industrial antimicrobial sanitizers to stop hazardous mould growth, replace wet underlay padding, and use power stretchers to reinstall the dried carpet seamlessly back into its original position.

Do you provide same-day carpet repairs?

Yes, we offer flexible same-day service availability across our major Australian service locations for urgent situations, such as sudden accidental damage right before an end-of-lease real estate inspection.

Do you provide free quotes?

Yes, we offer clear, no-obligation cost estimates. You can easily obtain a quote by calling our team directly or uploading clear photos of your floor damage through our online website request form.

Do you repair commercial carpets?

Yes, we handle heavy-duty commercial carpet repairs for corporate offices, retail stores, hotels, schools, and medical facilities. We offer flexible scheduling, including after-hours bookings, to avoid disrupting your business operations.

Can you match carpet colour and texture perfectly?

We achieve extremely close matches by carefully analyzing pile directions, fiber types, and twist densities. For the most accurate results, we harvest donor material from hidden spots inside your wardrobes, walk-in closets, or beneath low skirting boards.

What areas do you service?

We provide professional local service coverage across Australia, including the metropolitan areas of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and Canberra, along with their surrounding suburbs.

Is carpet stretching worth it?

Yes, professional carpet restretching is highly cost-effective. It instantly removes unsightly ripples, eliminates dangerous trip hazards, makes vacuuming easier, and extends the overall functional lifespan of your carpet by several years.

Can you repair rental property carpet damage?

Yes, we specialize in end-of-lease carpet repairs. We regularly work with tenants, landlords, and real estate property managers to fix localized damage, ensuring the property complies with lease conditions and rental bonds are returned in full.

When should carpet be replaced instead of repaired?

Carpet should generally be replaced if the structural backing material has completely rotted away, if there is widespread permanent biological contamination, or if the pile is worn down to the backing across more than 80% of the entire property.