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Is your carpet wrinkled, loose, or rippling across the floor? These issues not only make your home look worn but can also create tripping hazards and cause long-term damage to your flooring. Before replacing your carpet, consider professional carpet stretching from Carter’s Carpet Restoration.

With over 30 years of experience, Carter’s provides expert carpet stretching and re-stretching services for homes and businesses in El Dorado Hills and surrounding areas. Our skilled technicians can restore your carpet’s smooth, tight appearance and extend its lifespan — saving you money on unnecessary replacement.

Why Carpet Stretching is Important

Over time, carpet naturally loosens due to:

  • Heavy foot traffic
  • Poor installation
  • Humidity and temperature changes
  • Furniture movement
  • Normal wear and age

When this happens, you may notice ripples, buckling, or waves across the floor. These not only look unattractive but can:

  • Cause tripping hazards
  • Accelerate carpet wear as fibers bend and break
  • Shorten the life of your carpet

Professional carpet stretching eliminates these problems, tightening the carpet back into place for a safe, smooth, and like-new appearance.

Our Carpet Stretching Process

When you schedule carpet stretching with Carter’s, here’s what to expect:

  1. Free In-Home Estimate
    Our technician inspects your carpet to assess its condition, layout, and the cause of the rippling.
  2. Furniture Moving (if needed)
    We carefully move furniture to access the affected areas.
  3. Re-Stretching the Carpet
    Using specialized tools like power stretchers, our technicians pull the carpet tight and re-secure it to the tack strips, eliminating all ripples and buckling.
  4. Trimming and Finishing
    Any excess carpet is trimmed and secured for a seamless finish.
  5. Final Inspection
    We ensure the carpet is perfectly smooth, secure, and ready for normal use.

Why Choose Carter’s Carpet Restoration?

  • Locally owned and family-operated for over 30 years
  • Experienced technicians trained in carpet repair and stretching
  • Free in-home estimates with no surprises or hidden fees
  • Full-service flooring care including cleaning, repairs, and restoration

Save Your Carpet — Don’t Replace It

Carpet stretching is a cost-effective way to extend the life of your carpet, eliminate hazards, and improve your home’s appearance. Most carpets can be fully restored in just a single visit, giving you a smooth, tight, like-new finish without the cost of replacement.

Schedule Your Carpet Stretching Estimate Today

If your carpet is loose, wrinkled, or rippling, Carter’s can help. We provide professional carpet stretching in El Dorado Hills and surrounding areas with results you can trust.

Call Carter’s Carpet Restoration today to schedule your free in-home estimate and bring your carpet back to life.

Carpet Stretching FAQs

1. Is carpet stretching worth it?

Yes, carpet stretching is one of the most effective ways to restore the look and safety of your floors.

It eliminates ripples, wrinkles, and trip hazards while extending the carpet’s lifespan—often saving you from a full replacement.

2. How much does carpet stretching cost?

Carpet stretching costs vary depending on the room size, layout, and amount of wrinkling.

Carter’s Carpet Restoration offers free in-home estimates and transparent pricing before any work begins. In most cases, stretching is a fraction of the cost of replacement.

3. What causes carpet wrinkles and ripples?

Carpet loosening happens naturally over time due to foot traffic, humidity, or poor installation.

Moving heavy furniture or temperature changes can also cause the backing to relax. Professional stretching corrects these issues and prevents permanent damage.

4. How do professionals stretch carpet?

Professionals use a power stretcher to tighten carpet evenly wall-to-wall.

The process involves loosening carpet edges, securing them to tack strips, stretching the surface taut, and trimming excess for a smooth finish. Carter’s technicians ensure a durable, lasting result.

5. Does a room have to be empty to re-stretch carpet?

Not always—only large or heavy furniture needs to be moved.

Carter’s technicians can help move furniture if needed to reach wrinkled areas, then return everything to place after the stretch is complete.

6. Can I stretch my carpet myself?

DIY stretching is possible, but not recommended for lasting results.

Without the right tools, home methods often leave carpet uneven or damage the backing. Carter’s uses professional power stretchers for a tight, uniform finish.

7. Can stretching fix carpet ripples and bumps?

Yes, stretching removes carpet ripples, waves, and buckling completely.

Once tightened and secured, the carpet lies flat again and looks like new.

8. How long does stretched carpet last?

Properly stretched carpet should remain smooth for the rest of its lifespan.

When done with a power stretcher, most carpets stay tight for 10–15 years or until normal wear requires replacement.

9. Does carpet stretching damage the carpet?

No, professional stretching will not damage your carpet.

Carter’s technicians use safe, tested tools that preserve the carpet’s integrity while tightening it securely to the tack strips.

10. How can I tell if my carpet needs stretching?

If your carpet has ripples, bumps, or feels loose underfoot, it likely needs stretching.

You may also notice furniture rocking slightly or vacuuming becoming more difficult. Early stretching prevents more extensive damage.

Carter's Carpet Restoration El Dorado Hills
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Stephen Jackson
Carter’s has always been a reliable business over our many years of having them clean our carpets.

The technician, Jose, was polite and on time. He took time to first check over everything for special cleaning needs and was efficient finishing in time for us to leave for another appointment as requested.

Joanie Jackson
Patty Gray
The young man who cleaned our carpets was very friendly & did a great job. There were a few spots we weren’t sure would come out. But he got them out.
Shawn Rogan
Another great service experience from Carter's Carpet. We have used Carter's several times over the 17 years of owning our home - sometimes due to a dire pet-initiated emergency and others for upkeep on our carpet to get as many years out of it as we can. Our recent service was for some pet stains and odors and to brighten up the stairway. The scheduling was easy. The day of service went smoothly with a prompt and well-mannered technician and the end result was what we expected. We appreciate being able to support a family-owned local company that does a great job.
Kathy Hickox
Carpets look great. Jose was very professional and did a great job. Will use Carters again.
Sara Harris
Carter’s Carpet Cleaning did an amazing job for us! They cleaned our rugs, upholstery, and carpet, and managed to get out every stain. Best of all, there was no weird smell left behind—everything looked and felt fresh. The technician arrived right on time, was very thorough, and clearly cared about doing the job right. Their pricing is fair, and the quality of work far exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be using them again for their other services. Highly recommend!
Laura Taylor
I had an excellent experience with Carter’s Carpet Restoration. They arrived on time and were professional and pleasant. They removed stains that I thought would not come clean. My carpet looks brand new. I will highly recommend them.
Holly Vinatieri
Both gentlemen were professional and educational. Thank you for a wonderful experience
D Zakskorn
Definitely deserves Five stars! Prompt, knowledgeable, considerate, excellent work; they did a great job.
Jacques Cromier
Work was done in a very professional manner. Highly recommend Carters
Win “Jube” Harris
Friendly, professional, and thorough. I was scheduled right away; they were on time and completed the job. My carpet was very clean. I've used them in the past and would recommend this company.
Katie Volpe
We had a minor job but needed attention to detail. We also were hoping for a quick repair. Carters was locally operated, replied very quickly, had great communication, and did the service quickly. The carpet patch looks great. Exceeded expectations and a value. Thank you.
Steve Hutchings
Great job on both our carpets and kitchen floor tile. I have not seen the grout so clean in years! Glad to have it sealed so it will stay that way. Our technician was great. Efficient, polite, got the job done, and paid attention to details. Will use this service again.
Jan Evgenikos
Excellent work! I cleaned my couch and recliner at least five times with the number one cleaner on the market. By the way, the smell of that cleaner was about as bad as the kitty urine odor. Anyway, I couldn't get the smell out. I finally used a steam cleaner, but still couldn't get the odor out. Carter's Carpet Cleaner was successful in removing the kitty urine odor leaving a very pleasant, refreshing smell. Also, the two employees were excellent, highly experienced, kind and respectful.
charles hummer
Excellent and courteous!
Antonio Monterrubio
So if you happen to notice that your 9 x 12 white wool carpet doesn't like it should and you wondering why did I spent so much cheddar on it? Well let me tell that Carters Carpet brought that joy back after they finished cleaning and the results were perfect, like new !!
Protect your investment and let Carter's Carpet help you maintain that look. Second time I request their services, 1st time was to refresh my white linen couch, and yes awesome job, so let's just say I no longer worry that much about being careful around these two items for I know Carter's Carpet knowledge and equipment is current, as well as their technicians. Overall I'm well pleased with their service.

Give them a try, it's rare to find customer service like this!
Bryan King
They did a great job of cleaning my stone flooring and shower. The grout looks it did when first installed
William Thompson
When I called the company, I could tell it was one of the owners who answered the phone. Their business was very important to them as was getting my business. At first the prices seemed a little bit more, but the other company’s nickel and dime you. The technician was nicely groomed, kind, confident, professional and was so easy to work with. The other companies I called locally really could’ve cared less that I was on the phone. I definitely recommend this company
rosemary ralston
I have used Carter's for over 10 yrs. They are fantastic. This yr was harder because of a new puppy in my household. Austin did an amazing job restoring my cream colored Berber carpet. They are the best.
Cynthia Forsberg
The staff was very professional and thorough. Our carpets look great.
Sharon O'Neal
I use these guys every year in the spring and fall. They always deliver great service and happy customer service. I highly recommend them.
Robert Kilburg
First and foremost, got everything clean - all carpets and cloth dining room chairs. Second, total pros - conscientious, meticulous, and courteous. This is our fourth time using Carter's, and we will continue to do so.
Julie Parsons
Austin was professional, thorough and very friendly. He did an excellent job and I will definitely use Carter's Carpet again. Thank you!
Stan W
Carter's did a great job re-stretching our carpet. After several years we ended up with a pretty good ripple in our master bedroom carpet. Carter's technicians came out and were able to work around our heavy bedroom furniture without moving the bed. The carpet looks great, very happy.
Cleatta Simpson
I've used Carter's Carpet for a number of years. They never disappoint!

Restore the Beauty of Your Floors and Furniture

Trust Carter’s Carpet Restoration for expert cleaning and restoration services in El Dorado Hills, Placerville, and surrounding areas. Whether you need carpet, tile, stone, wood, or upholstery care, our professional team delivers results you can count on.