Albany Indoor-Outdoor Carpet Removal and Disposal

Indoor-outdoor carpet removal. Ugh. Yes, it's a really big job. But, not because it requires specialized skills. It's difficult because indoor-outdoor carpet removal is tough work. In fact, it's one of the most difficult home improvement projects anyone can take on, no matter their handyman chops. This is due to the fact that it's very labor intensive and more about time and effort than nuance. So, if you need to do indoor-outdoor carpet removal, be prepared to put in some serious labor.

Indoor-Outdoor Carpet Disposal

Okay, so there are two big sets of challenges in front of you. The first is the actual removal. The second is what to do with it once it's up. For the most part, you can just call a local junk removal company to haul it away. When they come by, take the opportunity to offload and purge whatever else you no longer want, need, or don't use. You can really lighten the load and free up a good amount of space and kill two birds with one stone.

Removing outdoor carpet is no easy task – often it is glued down to cement and makes the task much more difficult than removing indoor carpeting. As carpeting outdoors can make or break the environment and mood of the space, replacing an old worn out carpet though a difficult task can be rewarding by remaking the space into an enjoyable one. --Do It Yourself.com

Also, you'll have one additional challenge. And, that's not damaging the subfloor underneath. If it's concrete, this might not be a problem. But, even if it is, or another material, there's a chance you can damage it. So, proceed with caution to avoid causing yourself additional work, time, and expense.

Albany Indoor-Outdoor Carpet Removal

Now, let's get to how to remove indoor-outdoor carpet. More than likely, it's installed with glue. Which means it's literally stuck directly to the subfloor. That means two things: it's going to be quite difficult to peel it off and it might damage the subfloor. Here's a brief indoor-outdoor carpet removal guide you can follow:

• Clear the space out. Your first order of business is to remove any furniture and decor from the room. Empty it out completely so there are no obstacles and to avoid damage.
• Cut the carpet into sections. Next, you'll need to cut the carpet into sections and then, scrape and pull up the carpet in those sections. This will take a whole lot of time and effort, so be prepared.
• Remove the adhesive from the subfloor. Lastly, you'll need to remove the adhesive from the subfloor using glue dissolution solvent. Carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions to get the best results.

After you’ve pulled the indoor-outdoor carpet up, you’ll need to dispose of it properly. So, phone 800-737-5923 or visit Pro Junk Dispatch.