Make sure your Dick’s Carpet visit goes smoothly by going through our simple checklist below

Before you go:
Consider drawing a simple outline of the room indicating:
• Room exits – Are their exits to the outside? Are there sliding patio doors?
• Adjoining room floors – What types of flooring will flow into this room? What are the colors?
• Sunlight and other lighting – How much natural sunlight comes in during the day, from what directions?

What other light sources are in the room?
• Subfloor – What is underneath the existing floor? (Sometimes you can pull up an in-floor heating duct to see.)
• Measurement – Measure the length and width of the room in inches or feet. Don’t forget to include closets or other areas that will need Flooring.
• This will help you explain your new flooring needs to the salesperson.

Bring with you to the store:
• Samples – Bring swatches of furniture fabrics, draperies, bedspreads, wallpaper and paint that will remain in the room. These will help you match floors with your décor.

Questions the salesperson may ask you:
You might think the salesperson is asking a series of personal questions, but he or she is trying to help you select a floor that performs in your household and fits with your décor. Whether it’s laminate flooring, vinyl sheet, linoleum, hardwood, or ceramic, you can find the perfect floor for your home.

Durability/Performance
• Is there light or heavy traffic in this room?
• What is the room used for?
• Do you have children or pets?
• How long do you want this flooring to last?
• Is there a door to the outside in the room?

Style/Appearance
• Do you have a certain color in mind?
• What are the room’s lighting sources?
• What types of furnishings do you have?
• What’s the style of the room? Traditional? Contemporary? Rustic?
• What’s the feel of the room? Casual? Formal? Somewhere in between?

Questions you may want to ask the salesperson:

Estimate
• Do you charge for an in-home estimate? If so, does it apply to the cost of purchase?

Samples
• Can I take a sample home to check how the flooring will look in my room?

TIP - If we don’t have samples, ask if we have a light box at Dick’s Carpet, which offers more homelike lighting conditions.

TIP - If you do take home a sample, check it out during the day and night. Also, look at the sample on the floor, not just at eye-level.