A few weeks ago, we asked Charles Carpeting to provide an estimate on carpeting for our second floor. After he came to measure, Charles told us that he would call us the next day. We waited a few days, called to follow up and were told he would call the next day, but got no call back. Feeling like we had been blown off, we wrote a negative review about it. At that point we got a call, asking us to check our spam folder. We did, and the email was there the day after we called. We felt really bad, apologized, and removed the review. For over a week we traded emails, requesting a different pad recommended by the manufacturer, asking for clarification on some parts of the estimate, timeframes, financing, and such-things that were not mentioned in the contract. We were really excited about getting started on the project. Having never had a carpeting installed before that had a repeat pattern, we asked if Charles could call us to answer some questions regarding the installation. We were asked to email the questions, so we sent these questions: Since the carpeting has pattern repeat and color variations that look like subtle stripes, which direction will the carpeting be laid? How does the pattern repeat affect the installation? Since most of our rooms are larger than 12 feet wide, where will the seams be placed? Pretty innocuous, I’d say. Their response was to repeatedly express how professional they are and to answer the question and then at the end say they didn’t want to work with us because we had written the negative review and that we don’t trust them. Really? If they felt that way, that is fine, but to waste our time for more than a week and then, effectively, pull the rug out from under us (pun intended) is pretty small time and not particularly professional. Unless you have time to waste, stay away. And, frankly, if asking a few benign questions about an expensive carpet installation is not welcome, it does make me wonder what they have to hide.
Description of Work: Installation of new carpeting.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Response from CHARLES CARPETS
As far as your allegations below we were very patient with you and answered all of your questions professionally. We have cut and paste the emails below showing our responses to you which is not how you explained it in your review. We ended our relationship with you because you didn't trust us and how we were going to do the job. We didn't want you to feel uncomfortable and that's why we parted away.Since we sent you the estimate on 07/31/2021 and as you mentioned you didn't see it and started with a bad review and once you realized the estimate was sent to you already on mentioned date you removed it and start asking us questions for 3 weeks regarding if we will install the same carpet you picked up and the pad. than we ordered a sample of the carpet and pad and got them delivered to your home. Then you starting asking if we do any type of finance or we do any manufacture finance. Then you sent us another set of questions regarding how we will install the carpet and how the seam will be and in what direction the carpet will go and we responded to those questions in full technical professional way. So we ended up with a conclusion that you don't trust us and you were just testing the level of our professionalism and knowledge regarding the flooring. Respectful you sent you and apology letter that we can't do business with you because there was no trust and wished you the best.
Ibrahim M.
07/2015
5.0
basement remodeling
+ -1 more
He remodeled his basement, he was very please with his professionalism, pricing and service he provided.
Description of Work: The service provider remodeled his basement, he gave him an A and recommended him to do service on Angie's List, he ultimately had a great experience with Charles Construction.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Philipp H.
02/2014
5.0
carpet installation
+ -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
EARL R.
04/2013
5.0
carpet installation
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I needed some quality, but inexpensive carpet in our sun room. Charles came the same day I called for a measurement and he had several samples that fit our budget. His team was ready to install within a few days.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Arlene G H.
05/2012
5.0
flooring contractor, carpet installation
+ 0 more
p
Description of Work: Sheridan Point Condominium Association has had many successful projects with Mr. Charles. We consider him one of the 'family doctors,' for our Edgewater high-rise. The most dramatic project was the installation of 17 floors of hall carpeting during the blizzard of Feb. 1, 2011. The job was scheduled for 3 days, but Mr. Charles brought in a large crew and finished the job in one day. He supervised every detail, asked for permission to work past 4 pm to finish, and suggested we place the old carpeting on top of the new, as emergency matting in the storm. This protection worked perfectly and we discarded the old carpet later. Mr., Charles had provided us with abundant samples, all pre-screened for our declared price, and was infinitely patient with our decision process, both on site, and in his shop. The final choice was a quality fiber, perfectly installed, handsome and well-harmonized with the parquet floors surrounding it. Another unique job was his painstaking, craftsman-like repair of damaged parquet tiles. He went as far as separating the 7 wooden strips of each tile, trimming and re-gluing them, then replacing the tile in the floor. We were charged $10 per tile. We have had Mr. Charles back on many occasions. He re-carpeted our two workout rooms, and has done work for individual unit owners. He also has crews that do drywall and painting - and they have received fine reports. Mr. Charles receives an A+ from Sheridan Point Arlene Gloria Hirsch, President Sheridan Point Condominium Association
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000
Yalda H.
11/2011
5.0
carpet installation, flooring contractor
+ 0 more
Charles Carpets, came on the schedule day and it was just amazing afterwords. They were prompt and professional, removed all the old hardwood and replaced it and they were so clean. No damage was done. I have had bad experience with other contractors but not with CHARLES CARPETS. I absolutely recommend them to anyone that are in need of hardwood floors and other things as you can see in their website www.charlescarpets.com
Description of Work: We wanted to have hardwood floors through out the house, since the hardwood that was their was getting old.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,500
Arlene G H.
05/2011
5.0
carpet installation
+ -1 more
He completed a three-day job in one day. He had a big crew that was well-coordinated, and they did a beautiful job. He did this before the large snowstorm we had. He was extraordinarily cordial during every step of the way.
Description of Work: He carpeted the hallways of seventeen floors of our condo association. He also repaired some parquet tile for us before.
All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.
*Contact business to see additional licenses.
Service Categories
Carpet Sales and Installation,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Basement Remodeling,
Roofing,
General Remodeling,
Masonry,
Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation,
Fencing
FAQ
CHARLES CARPETS is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
CHARLES CARPETS accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, CHARLES CARPETS offers free project estimates.
Yes, CHARLES CARPETS offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, CHARLES CARPETS does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, CHARLES CARPETS offers emergency services.
No, CHARLES CARPETS does not offer warranties.
CHARLES CARPETS offers the following services: Rehab & Construction, Custom Interior & Exterior Design, Big Showroom, Hardwood, Carpets & Tiles Residential & commercial. Licensed, Bonded & Insured. GC. Contractor.