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In our living room, the carpet is older and a bit worn, but doesn’t look too bad to me. How do I know if I need to replace it?
If you can see the stains on the carpet, so can potential buyers. To ensure you get the most money on your home sale, consider replacing that it with new carpet, or even hardwood or laminate flooring. “For homeowners desiring to increase the value of their home, replacing old carpet with a hard surface flooring such as hardwood or laminate can help them achieve this without having to spend a fortune to do so,” said Marie Peace of Harris Carpets Flooring America said. “The price of engineered hardwood and laminate are very similar but consumers need to be familiar with the differences to help them make the best decision for their particular needs. Some hardwood flooring is more susceptible to scratching and denting than laminate which could be a concern for homeowners with high traffic and pets. Overall, the cost of installation for laminate and hardwood are very similar so it really boils down to which product option is going to work best for each individual household.”
Flooring options from Harris Carpets. The bottom line is that when you are preparing to sell your home, if you invest a little up front, you will likely be able to price the home higher and get more money from the sale. n
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