In short
Mirror Image Wood Flooring removes and disposes of old carpet, padding, tack strips and staples, then prepares the subfloor for new flooring — or for refinishing the hardwood that is often hiding underneath carpet in older Maine homes.
What's included
- Removal of carpet and pad
- Pulling tack strip, staples and nails
- Hauling away and disposal
- Subfloor inspection and prep for new flooring
Found hardwood under your carpet?
It's common in older homes around Bangor. Even if it looks rough — staple holes, paint drips, worn finish — hardwood under carpet can usually be sanded and refinished to look new. Ask about it during your free estimate.
Carpet Removal: common questions
Do you remove carpet if I'm not putting in a new floor?
Yes. Carpet removal and disposal can be done on its own, or combined with refinishing hardwood underneath or installing a new floor.
Is there hardwood under my carpet?
In many older homes, yes. Lifting a corner of carpet inside a closet is an easy way to check. If there is, we can tell you whether it's a good candidate for refinishing.