Anybody still use carpet in rentals?

[Jason C.]

Hey there! I have been using the vinyl plank flooring for the last few rentals we picked up, but I got one now where we are a little lighter on budget and so I was thinking of going with carpet, Home Depot has free install, and I just pulled carpet out of this house, so my tack strips are already in place. Anybody still using carpet in rentals? Thanks!

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We purchase carpet from a company called Barton Carpet in San Antonio that is virtually stain proof. The carpet is so stain resistant that a Sharpie permanent marker cannot stain it; also bleach will not damage it.

We also use stain guard pad with the carpet that will not allow liquids, and pet urine to penetrate into the pad or flooring below.

When tenants moved out, we require them to have the carpets professionally cleaned. Because the carpet is virtually stain proof, the carpet cleaners easily remove Red Kool-Aid and other stains.

When you look at the cost and longevity of the carpet, it ends up being one of the most inexpensive floorings to use in rental property.