Fixing Carpet Bumps the Right Way: A Recent Job Story
Today, I worked on a carpet stretching project in a home that had just been purchased by its new owner. As soon as I walked in, the issue was obvious — the hallway and master bedroom carpets had some pretty ugly bumps that just didn’t belong in such a nice space.
The hallway was the main trouble spot. To fix it properly, I had to cut open the carpet right along an old seam. This step is important because it ensures the stretch holds permanently. Some people might just push the carpet and hope it stays flat, but that’s not how we do things. If it’s not tight and properly secured, those bumps will come right back.
After taking a closer look, it was clear what caused the problem in the first place. The previous installer hadn’t stretched the carpet after joining the seams. That might save time during installation, but it leaves the carpet loose — and eventually, it starts to ripple and buckle, especially in high-traffic areas like hallways.
Once I re-stretched everything and sealed the seams correctly, the difference was night and day. The carpet now looks smooth, firm, and like it was just installed. It’s always satisfying to see a space transform like that — and even more rewarding to know the fix will last.
If you’re dealing with carpet bumps, ripples, or loose seams, don’t wait for them to get worse. A proper stretch can bring your carpet back to life and save you from costly replacement. Get in touch with CarpetFix — we’ll make sure it’s done right, the first time.
Carpet stretching process
