Preferred Carpet Replacement?

Question

I'm about to turn over my only rental for the first time and will need to replace the carpet and padding in the upstairs of a cape consisting of two bedrooms (10x10ish), the connecting short hallway and the carpeted stairs.

Where do you buy your carpet (with installation) in the Richmond, VA area? My rental is located just off Midlothian Turnpike in Chesterfield county south of Chippenham Pkwy.

I plan on a cheaper polyester with an upgraded padding in a neutral color. I know carpet can be per personal preference but what is your go to carpet style/color? Both bedrooms will have light gray walls with white trim. Recommendations on brands or styles?

Thank you for any suggestions!

Steven Muse

Steven Eli Muse · Answer

Thank you to both. I started at Home Depot and looks like I can do entire job for ~$750 with the best padding they offer. The carpet options leave something to be desired but i'm sure will be worth a few years wear and tear.

They did offer it is about a 3 week turnaround but that works into my time frame as the house won't be officially empty for another 2 weeks.

Thanks again!

Steve D. · Answer

I just had a property done by Home Depot, after shopping around, and they did a great job. Lifetime installation warranty on carpet as well. The actual install is done by Romanoff out of Atlanta, who then hire local subcontractors. Went with a frieze style, its durable and hides dirt well.

Karim Z. · Answer

I also think Home depot is best option..

Joe Splitrock · Answer

Just contact a local carpet store. Explain it is for a rental and they will have cheap carpet/pad to recommend. Sound like less than a $1500 job with installation, so this is pretty small. Just go with someone who can do it fast.

Ryan K. · Answer

I found Home Depot to be the best bargain after shopping around last year, its free install if you spend $699 in material or more. All the other local flooring places had separate charges for moving stuff, tear out, disposal, etc. Its all included with Home depot. The only issue will be how quickly they can get it installed, they dont seem to be in a rush fyi.