8 Signs it's Time to Replace Your Flooring
/Keeping up with flooring is a crucial aspect of keeping a well-maintained house. Wear and tear on floors affect the visual appeal of the home, impacts the resale value, and can be a safety concern. Damaged flooring such as loose tiles, uneven surfaces, peeling vinyl, and exposed transitions can pose tripping hazards and become a cause for injury. While those signs may be easily spotted, some require closer inspection. Let’s dive into how to know it’s time to replace your floors!
1) Visible wear and tear
Dents and scratches are a normal part of everyday use, but over time those scratches accumulate and start to detract from the appearance of the material. Stains, discoloration, and buckling are all visually unappealing aspects of a worn carpet that let you know it’s time to be out with the old and in with the new!
2) Water Damage
Hardwood and laminate floors will show water damage by starting to warp and buckle. Wood naturally swells to absorb water, then contracts as it dries. This process causes separating, uneven boards. Water damaged floors also have the risk of harboring mold and mildew. Carpets can soak up moisture, and being unable to dry correctly, start to breed mold and mildew spores which pose numerous health risks.
3) Persistent Odors
As we all know, accidents happen. And with pets and young children, those accidents only go up in number. Lingering smells in carpets could indicate deep-seated grime that cannot be fixed by cleaning. Get rid of musty smells and say hello to fresh fluffy carpet!
4) Loose or Cracked Tile
Although tile is an extremely durable product, overtime uneven subfloors can cause cracking and breaking in the tile. Broken and lifted tiles pose a sharp edge that can be a safety hazard. Replace tile with an even subfloor and proper installation to ensure years of use with minimal sign of wear and tear!
5) Outdated Style
Flooring is the starting place for an aesthetically pleasing space. Trends for flooring change every few years and are an important aspect of creating a space that you feel reflects your style as an individual. Using flooring as a basis to design a room ensures that you create a place where you feel drawn to.
6) Difficulty Cleaning
With repeated foot traffic floors get worn down, leaving room for dirt
and grime to get engrained in the fiber of the product, leaving the
appearance of perpetually dirty floors. Don’t do more work than you
need to! Replace those old floors and instantly upgrade the
cleanliness of your home.
7) Noisy Floors
A common occurrence in older homes is squeaky, creaky hardwood and laminate floors. Not only is this an annoying disturbance, but it can contribute to higher costs for heating and cooling due to low insulation from cracks in the floors. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes from quiet floors and lowered utility costs.
8) Resale Value
Keeping floors well maintained and up to date significantly enhances the resale value of your home. Buyers are looking for modern, well-maintained floors that they won’t have to worry about replacing shortly after buying. Increase the value and attractiveness of your home to future buyers by installing contemporary floors that elevate the house.
