Is your beautiful carpet showing signs of wear, wrinkles, or damage? Don’t replace it yet! Harper Carpet Care specializes in professional carpet repair and stretching services throughout Austin, TX and surrounding areas. With over 27 years of experience and IICRC certification, owner Harley Harper personally oversees every repair job to restore your carpet to like-new condition. From loose carpets and unsightly wrinkles to pet damage and burn marks, we have the expertise to fix what others might say needs replacing.
Service Overview
Carpet repair and stretching is a specialized service that can extend the life of your flooring investment by years. At Harper Carpet Care, we use professional-grade power stretchers and specialized tools to address a wide range of carpet issues. Our comprehensive repair services include carpet stretching to eliminate wrinkles and loose areas, patching to fix damaged sections, seam repair for separated areas, transition strip repair, and specialized stain removal including red wine, coffee, and pet stains.
Unlike carpet cleaning, repair work requires specific technical skills and specialized equipment. Our team comes equipped with power stretchers, knee kickers, seaming irons, and high-quality patch materials to ensure your repairs look seamless and last for years.
Our Professional Repair Process
Step 1: Detailed Assessment
Harley Harper personally inspects your carpet to determine the best repair approach. We’ll explain exactly what work is needed and provide an honest assessment of whether repair or replacement makes the most sense for your situation.
Step 2: Preparation and Setup
We carefully move furniture and prepare the work area. Our team brings all necessary tools including power stretchers, which are essential for proper carpet stretching (unlike the inadequate knee kickers some companies use).
Step 3: Professional Stretching
Using power stretchers, we stretch your carpet in the proper sequence – length first, then width – to eliminate wrinkles and ensure proper tension. This process requires skill and experience to avoid damage.
Step 4: Precision Repairs
For patching work, we carefully cut damaged areas and install matching carpet pieces using professional seaming techniques. Our goal is to make repairs virtually invisible.
Step 5: Final Inspection
We conduct a thorough inspection with you to ensure all work meets our high standards. Any areas not meeting expectations are corrected immediately.
Step 6: Furniture Replacement
We carefully return furniture to its original position, using protective blocks to prevent future indentations.
Repair Options and Techniques
Power Stretching
The gold standard for carpet stretching, power stretchers provide the leverage needed to properly tension carpet across large rooms. This method lasts significantly longer than knee kicker stretching.
Patch Repairs
We maintain an inventory of common carpet types and can often source matching pieces for seamless patches. For unique carpets, we may use pieces from closets or other hidden areas.
Seam Repair
Using professional seaming tape and irons, we can re-join separated carpet seams to create strong, invisible repairs.
Transition Repairs
We repair or replace damaged transition strips and ensure proper carpet attachment at doorways and room transitions.
Specialty Stain Treatment
Some stains require specialized removal techniques beyond regular cleaning. We offer targeted treatments for red wine, coffee, ink, and other stubborn stains.
Common Carpet Problems We Solve
Loose and Wrinkled Carpets
Over time, carpet can become loose due to heavy foot traffic, furniture movement, or improper installation. This creates unsightly wrinkles and bumps that are not only unattractive but can also be tripping hazards.
Pet Damage
From scratching and chewing to accidents that penetrate deep into carpet fibers, pet-related damage can seem impossible to fix. However, professional patching and specialized treatments can often restore these areas completely.
Burn Marks and Cigarette Burns
Small burns from cigarettes, candles, or hot objects can often be repaired through careful patching techniques, saving you from replacing entire rooms of carpet.
Seam Separation
When carpet seams come apart, it creates gaps that collect dirt and look unprofessional. Our seaming expertise can make these repairs virtually invisible.
Transition Problems
Damaged transition strips between rooms or different flooring types can create safety hazards and detract from your home’s appearance.
How to Know When You Need Carpet Repair & Stretching
Immediate Repair Indicators:
- Visible wrinkles or ripples in carpet surface
- Carpet pulling away from walls or baseboards
- Loose areas that move when walked on
- Separated seams creating gaps
- Small damaged areas from burns, cuts, or pet damage
- Carpet buckling or bunching in high-traffic areas
Safety Concerns:
- Wrinkles or loose areas that create tripping hazards
- Carpet edges that curl up at doorways
- Damaged transition strips that catch feet or wheelchair wheels
Progressive Issues:
- Small wrinkles that gradually worsen over time
- Minor pet damage that spreads if not addressed
- Loose carpet that allows dirt to accumulate underneath
- Seam separation that widens with foot traffic
Professional Assessment Recommended:
- Carpet installed more than 10 years ago showing looseness
- Recent furniture rearrangement revealing carpet issues
- Water damage that has caused carpet to shrink or buckle
- Installation concerns from previous work
Cost-Benefit Considerations:
- Carpet in good condition overall with localized problems
- High-quality carpet worth preserving
- Matching replacement carpet difficult to find
- Budget constraints making replacement impractical
Don’t wait for small problems to become major issues. Early intervention often means simpler, less expensive repairs.
Benefits of Professional Carpet Repair
Significant Cost Savings
Professional repair typically costs 10-20% of carpet replacement costs. A $300 repair can save you thousands compared to new carpet installation.
Extended Carpet Life
Proper stretching and repairs can add 5-10 years to your carpet’s lifespan, maximizing your original flooring investment.
Improved Safety
Eliminating wrinkles and loose areas reduces tripping hazards, especially important for elderly family members or young children.
Enhanced Appearance
Professional repairs restore your carpet’s original smooth, tight appearance, making rooms look fresh and well-maintained.
Preserved Home Value
Well-maintained carpets contribute to your home’s overall condition and value, especially important if you’re considering selling.
Environmental Benefits
Repairing instead of replacing keeps carpet out of landfills and reduces the environmental impact of manufacturing new flooring.
Why Choose Harper Carpet Care for Your Repairs
Over 27 Years of Specialized Experience
Harley Harper has been perfecting carpet repair techniques since 1997. This extensive experience means we’ve encountered virtually every type of carpet problem and developed effective solutions.
Owner-Operated Quality Control
Unlike larger companies that send different crews, Harley Harper personally oversees every repair job. This ensures consistent quality and attention to detail on every project.
IICRC Certification
Our certification from the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification demonstrates our commitment to industry best practices and ongoing education.
Professional-Grade Equipment
We invest in proper power stretchers and specialized tools. Many companies try to use inadequate knee kickers for stretching, which provides inferior, short-lasting results.
Honest Assessments
We’ll tell you honestly whether repair makes sense or if replacement would be more cost-effective. Our reputation depends on providing truthful, helpful advice.
Local Austin Expertise
As an Austin-based company since 1997, we understand local home construction, carpet types, and environmental factors that affect carpet performance.
Satisfaction Guarantee
We stand behind our repair work. If you’re not satisfied with the results, we’ll make it right.
Transparent Pricing and Value
Carpet repair pricing varies based on the specific work needed, room size, and complexity of the repair. Here’s what influences costs:
Stretching Services:
- Room size and layout
- Furniture that needs moving
- Severity of looseness
- Number of rooms
Patch Repairs:
- Size and number of damaged areas
- Availability of matching carpet
- Complexity of pattern matching
- Location of damage
Seam Repairs:
- Length of separated seams
- Carpet type and backing
- Age and condition of existing seams
What’s Included:
- Professional assessment and consultation
- All necessary equipment and materials
- Furniture moving (light items)
- Post-repair cleanup
- Satisfaction guarantee
Payment Options:
We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards. Payment plans available for larger projects.
Free Estimates:
We provide detailed written estimates with no obligation. Our quotes include all work needed so there are no surprises.
Related Services
Professional Carpet Cleaning
After repairs, professional cleaning can make your entire carpet look refreshed and new. Our hot water extraction process removes deep-seated dirt and allergens.
Upholstery Cleaning
Coordinate your carpet repairs with upholstery cleaning to refresh your entire room’s appearance.
Pet Odor Removal
If pet damage included odor issues, our specialized enzyme treatments can eliminate lingering smells.
Tile & Grout Cleaning
For homes with mixed flooring, we also provide professional tile and grout cleaning services.
Flood Restoration
Water damage often requires both drying and carpet repairs. We’re IICRC certified in water damage restoration.
Our Service Guarantee
At Harper Carpet Care, your satisfaction is our top priority. We guarantee that:
- All stretching work will eliminate wrinkles and loose areas
- Patch repairs will be virtually invisible when viewed from standing height
- Seam repairs will be strong and durable
- Work areas will be left clean and furniture properly replaced
- If you’re not completely satisfied, we’ll return to make it right
This guarantee is backed by our 27+ years in business and hundreds of satisfied customers throughout the Austin area.
Schedule Your Carpet Repair Consultation Today
Don’t let carpet problems diminish your home’s beauty and safety. Harper Carpet Care’s expert repair and stretching services can restore your carpet to like-new condition at a fraction of replacement cost.
Service Areas: Austin, Driftwood, Kyle, Fischer, Canyon Lake, Johnson City, Wimberley, and surrounding Central Texas communities.
Free estimates • IICRC Certified • Owner-operated • Satisfaction guaranteed
Don’t replace it – repair it! Let Harper Carpet Care’s expertise save you thousands while restoring your carpet’s beauty and safety.