{"id":4273,"date":"2017-05-18T07:14:54","date_gmt":"2017-05-18T12:14:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/uht.ebb.myftpupload.com\/?p=4273"},"modified":"2017-05-18T07:18:34","modified_gmt":"2017-05-18T12:18:34","slug":"four-ways-to-save-money-when-shopping-for-flooring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carpetexpress.com\/blog\/four-ways-to-save-money-when-shopping-for-flooring\/","title":{"rendered":"Four Ways to Save a Ton of Money when Shopping for Flooring"},"content":{"rendered":"

We all try to save a buck here or there.<\/h2>

But when it comes to flooring- it seems like most everywhere you go, there are hidden fees and mark-ups galore that keep stretching your budget.<\/p>

Well, as always, we\u2019re here to help<\/em>. Here are four awesome ways that you can save money when shopping online or in-store for flooring!<\/p>

Check out the \u2018Little Guys\u2019<\/h2>

You may be surprised at just how marked up the big guys are. Here\u2019s the thing- buying flooring is no different than buying groceries from the supermarket. The way I see it, you have two choices:<\/p>

You could go to a more conveniently located \u2018\"imageBig Guy\u2019, maybe get a small discount and have to begrudgingly choose from an overwhelming amount of inventory without even seeing a store associate until you get to the register.<\/p>

Or-<\/p>

Go to a smaller grocer where you\u2019ll find incredible promotions and sales and wonderful, friendly staff that just want to make sure you have a great experience *Plus- Freshly baked bagels!*<\/em>.<\/p>

\"imageChances are, when you realize you\u2019re out of sugar just as you\u2019ve cracked the last egg for that birthday cake you\u2019re making- you head straight for the Big Guys while still in your pajamas because they\u2019re open at 11:52pm on a Sunday. But when you are planning out your weekly shopping list, you probably compare prices and sale fliers from several smaller grocers to make sure you get the best price.<\/p>

When you buy flooring from the \u2018little guys\u2019 like Carpet Express<\/a>\u2013 you get the little guy experience. Amazing customer service, willingness to help, personalized sales, and incredible, unbeatable prices.<\/p>

Give them a call!\"image<\/h2>

What happens when you take a break from\u00a0 clicking through those thumbnails of carpet and call that phone number at the top of the screen?<\/p>

You get to talk to some pretty awesome people. You\u2019ll also probably save a pretty penny. Speaking with someone will give you some great insight into the world of flooring.<\/p>

There\u2019s a lot of flooring options out there. Let them help you navigate through the dismal caverns of shag, out of the cracked, stained, and unstuck peel-and-sticks, and into the light- gleaming hallways of oak and maple.<\/p>

By talking to someone, you\u2019ll also have a much better idea of what your specific project will cost you, and they may even have some incredible deals that no other retailer can touch. You just have to ask!<\/em><\/p>

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\u00a0Do It Yourself<\/h2>

DIY! DIY! There\u2019s a reason why the DIY movement has gained such momentum over the past few years. The average homeowner is loving learning how to install fixtures, paint, and do whole house remodels. Yes it is a lot of hard work, but the pay off is worth it. \"imageLuckily, there are tons of resources out there and just know that you\u2019re not alone in your endeavors. One website estimated that carpet installation and materials would be approximately 37% higher if you chose to have it installed rather than doing it yourself.* Let me reiterate. You may pay thirty seven percent more money<\/em> to have someone else do it for you. And just as a head\u2019s up, that \u2018Free Installation\u2019 that the big guys offered.. it\u2019s not free. Not by a long shot. You\u2019re paying for it whether you know it or not through mark-ups or special fees tacked on. \"image<\/p>

DIY not for you? It\u2019s ok. Check out Home Advisor,<\/a> Yelp<\/a> and other websites that are dedicated to giving you non-biased reviews on handymen and companies in your area. You\u2019ll find the help you need and you\u2019re also helping to support local business- yay<\/em> you<\/em>!<\/p>

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Look for retailer brands<\/h2>

Let\u2019s go back to that Supermarket comparison. When you go to the store, you may purchase the so-called \u201cgeneric brands\u201d to save a few cents here or there. But those cents add up and pretty soon, you\u2019re living the store-brand life, and swimming in those extra coins, Scrooge McDuck Style.<\/p>