Additional DBA - ABC Services of Ithaca, Inc. Additional contact name - Kenneth Adams. First and Third Saturday's Store Hours: 10am-1pm
"This is a story about a carpet cleaning company that needs to clean up its act. If my experience is any measure of how they do business, my advice would be to look elsewhere for rug and carpet cleaning services. To make a long story short, they charged me for services I never authorized, and then held my rug hostage until I paid to get it back from them. They also wasted a lot of my time. Longer version: I spoke twice with a woman named Vanessa about how much it would cost to clean an 8.5 x 12 oriental rug which appeared in excellent shape, had no noticeable odors, and seemed only to need a basic refresh/cleaning. She gave me a base estimate of around $350-450, but said it would cost more if their analysis detected pet stains or other issues. In both of the phone calls I had with Vanessa before the rug was picked up, not once did she disclose that I would be charged for anything associated with ABC Carpet’s “analysis” process. When I was then given an outrageous estimate of $1,098 to clean an 8.5 x 12 rug with no evident problems, I rejected their services and asked for the rug to be returned. I was then told I would be responsible for paying $173 for a disinfectant process they used on the rug upon its arrival, allegedly due to it showing “beetle damage.” No issues were visible to the naked eye before it was sent in, but Vanessa said beetle damage was becoming a more common problem in our area, possibly due to climate change, and that this could only be seen under their special black lights. She claimed that disinfecting our rug had been necessary in order to protect other rugs in their care. This raises a couple questions. First, why is it the customer’s responsibility to pay major charges because ABC Carpet does not have adequate measures in place to keep one rug’s issues from affecting others they have on hand for cleaning? Second, if this growing problem of beetle damage is a real thing, as Vanessa claims it is, why wasn’t it disclosed ahead of time that I would be charged a hefty fee for disinfection if beetle damage were discovered during the analysis process? After a time-consuming back and forth that did nothing but increase my misgivings about this company, it became clear that I was not going to get my rug back unless I paid ABC Carpet’s ransom. Now that I have the rug back, and I am out $173, I am sharing this story so that others can make a more informed decision about dealing with this company."
Jennifer S on April 2020
Additional DBA - ABC Services of Ithaca, Inc. Additional contact name - Kenneth Adams. First and Third Saturday's Store Hours: 10am-1pm
"This is a story about a carpet cleaning company that needs to clean up its act. If my experience is any measure of how they do business, my advice would be to look elsewhere for rug and carpet cleaning services. To make a long story short, they charged me for services I never authorized, and then held my rug hostage until I paid to get it back from them. They also wasted a lot of my time. Longer version: I spoke twice with a woman named Vanessa about how much it would cost to clean an 8.5 x 12 oriental rug which appeared in excellent shape, had no noticeable odors, and seemed only to need a basic refresh/cleaning. She gave me a base estimate of around $350-450, but said it would cost more if their analysis detected pet stains or other issues. In both of the phone calls I had with Vanessa before the rug was picked up, not once did she disclose that I would be charged for anything associated with ABC Carpet’s “analysis” process. When I was then given an outrageous estimate of $1,098 to clean an 8.5 x 12 rug with no evident problems, I rejected their services and asked for the rug to be returned. I was then told I would be responsible for paying $173 for a disinfectant process they used on the rug upon its arrival, allegedly due to it showing “beetle damage.” No issues were visible to the naked eye before it was sent in, but Vanessa said beetle damage was becoming a more common problem in our area, possibly due to climate change, and that this could only be seen under their special black lights. She claimed that disinfecting our rug had been necessary in order to protect other rugs in their care. This raises a couple questions. First, why is it the customer’s responsibility to pay major charges because ABC Carpet does not have adequate measures in place to keep one rug’s issues from affecting others they have on hand for cleaning? Second, if this growing problem of beetle damage is a real thing, as Vanessa claims it is, why wasn’t it disclosed ahead of time that I would be charged a hefty fee for disinfection if beetle damage were discovered during the analysis process? After a time-consuming back and forth that did nothing but increase my misgivings about this company, it became clear that I was not going to get my rug back unless I paid ABC Carpet’s ransom. Now that I have the rug back, and I am out $173, I am sharing this story so that others can make a more informed decision about dealing with this company."
Jennifer S on April 2020
I have been in business doing carpentry for nearly 43 years.. I use employees and sub-contractors as needed.. Depending on the size of the job a downpayment maybe necessary on small jobs I get paid on completion and the satisfaction of the customer
I have been in business doing carpentry for nearly 43 years.. I use employees and sub-contractors as needed.. Depending on the size of the job a downpayment maybe necessary on small jobs I get paid on completion and the satisfaction of the customer
Laminate/ Vinyl floor installer
Laminate/ Vinyl floor installer
5-Star is proud to offer more than 30 years of experience in all aspects of residential contracting....specializing in: *Interior & Exterior Painting *Kitchen & Bath Remodel *Ceramic Tile *Water Damage Repair *Porch/Deck Repair & Construction *Basement Refinishing *Wood Floor Installation *Replacement Windows ***All of your handyman needs! Fully Insured!
5-Star is proud to offer more than 30 years of experience in all aspects of residential contracting....specializing in: *Interior & Exterior Painting *Kitchen & Bath Remodel *Ceramic Tile *Water Damage Repair *Porch/Deck Repair & Construction *Basement Refinishing *Wood Floor Installation *Replacement Windows ***All of your handyman needs! Fully Insured!
We are a full service, residential design/build company specializing in remodels and whole house renovations. Our way of doing business is interactive and fully transparent. Additional phone number 607-227-5083.
We are a full service, residential design/build company specializing in remodels and whole house renovations. Our way of doing business is interactive and fully transparent. Additional phone number 607-227-5083.
We offer high- quality home remodel, construction, & repair. A list of our services include but are not limited to: Home remodel, Flooring, Framing, Roofing, Painting, Decks, Sheds, & Garages, Siding, Clean outs & more! Appliance Installation
We offer high- quality home remodel, construction, & repair. A list of our services include but are not limited to: Home remodel, Flooring, Framing, Roofing, Painting, Decks, Sheds, & Garages, Siding, Clean outs & more! Appliance Installation
Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.
Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.
Flooret is a refreshingly transparent flooring company, offering premium vinyl floors at factory-direct prices to give customers the greatest quality for the lowest cost. We are taking a stand against unnecessary markups as floors travel from factory to brand to distributor to retailer and finally to you at upwards of 600% the original factory price. You will not find hundreds of options on our site either. We take pride in our floors, cut no corners, and select only the best. Our specs are second to none in the industry for both residential and commercial use. Using the internet as our showroom along with direct mail sample boxes, Flooret makes selecting and purchasing floors more enjoyable and stress-free than ever before.
Flooret is a refreshingly transparent flooring company, offering premium vinyl floors at factory-direct prices to give customers the greatest quality for the lowest cost. We are taking a stand against unnecessary markups as floors travel from factory to brand to distributor to retailer and finally to you at upwards of 600% the original factory price. You will not find hundreds of options on our site either. We take pride in our floors, cut no corners, and select only the best. Our specs are second to none in the industry for both residential and commercial use. Using the internet as our showroom along with direct mail sample boxes, Flooret makes selecting and purchasing floors more enjoyable and stress-free than ever before.
Plan on refinishing your floors every seven to 10 years to keep them looking their best. If you spot heavy scratches, sun-faded boards, water stains, or a thinning finish in high-traffic areas, consider moving up the timeline. A quick check each season lets you catch trouble early and protect the wood for the long haul.
You can skip full sanding only if the finish is still in great shape. In that case, your hardwood flooring pro can lightly buff the surface and apply a fresh topcoat. You can maintain regular sweeping and vacuuming to keep grit at bay. But if you see wax buildup, dents, or deep scratches, sanding is a must. Otherwise, the new coat will highlight every flaw.
Sweep or dust-mop every few days, then follow up with a slightly damp microfiber mop and a cleaner specifically designed for wood floors—avoid anything harsh that can strip the finish. For stubborn marks, rub lightly with fine steel wool and a bit of mineral spirits, then buff with wax. Adding blinds or curtains also shields boards from sun-fade and keeps the color even.