What this covers
Carpet repair fixes a damaged area without replacing the whole floor: a burn, a pet stain that went through, a torn edge, a seam that has opened, or a patch where a wall or built-in was removed. The damaged section is cut out and a matching piece from a remnant or a hidden spot such as a closet is seamed in, bonded and blended. Loose edges and seams are re-secured.
When to call
- A burn, cut, bleach spot or pet-damaged area in otherwise good carpet.
- A seam that has opened or is fraying.
- A patch of bare subfloor where a built-in was removed.
What to expect
- Find matching carpetA remnant from the installation or a piece from a closet floor is used for the patch.
- Cut and seamThe damaged area is cut out and the patch seamed in with the pile direction matched.
- Bond and blendThe patch is bonded, the edges brushed in, and the area re-stretched if needed.
- CheckYou look at the repair in daylight before the job closes.
Get a certified company
Look up a certified company by ZIP code. Every company's license, insurance and trades are verified before it is listed, and placement is never paid.
Questions people ask
Will the patch show?
With matching carpet and pile direction, a patch in a traffic area is hard to find. In a worn room a new patch may look slightly fresher at first.
What if I have no leftover carpet?
A piece is taken from inside a closet and the closet patched with similar carpet, or a close match is sourced.
Can pet urine damage be repaired?
The carpet can be patched, but the pad and sometimes the subfloor underneath need cleaning or sealing too, which the company checks.
Related: Carpet stretching · Carpet installation · Subfloor repair · All flooring
This page describes what the service involves. The company you hire sets the scope, the schedule and the price, and your contract is with that company. We verify credentials and collect reviews from real jobs. We do not guarantee any company's workmanship. Safety steps are general guidance. When in doubt, leave the home and call 911.