What may be hidden in the floor
Old carpet can cover another flooring layer, glued padding, repaired spots, crumbling backing, or transitions installed differently from the rest of the room.
- More than one layer
- Old glue
- Large numbers of staples
- Wrapped stair edges
- Furniture that was not mentioned
Getting the carpet out may be the hard part
Even a small room can be difficult when rolls have to pass through narrow halls, occupied spaces, elevators, gates, or a long walk to parking.
Agree on how surprises are handled
If something unexpected appears, the crew should show it to the owner and explain any added work before continuing. Honest communication is better than pretending every floor will be simple.