What can happen when you choose a low bid?
The following are common things overlooked or ignored by act or omission that can cause an installation to go wrong.
- 1Climate control / temperature – Failure to control the temperature and environmental conditions prior to, during and after install can lead to wrinkling, and peaking of seams.
- 2Failing to lay the carpet with directional consistency can cause unsightly texture variances.
- 3Roll sequencing – failing to follow roll sequence can cause noticeable color differences and pattern match problems.
- 4Improper installation method – A stretch installation when a glue down installation should be done can reduce the wear life of the carpet and cause early failure.
The following are issues that you may not see until well after the install.
- 1Sealing seams – Failing to seal the seams can lead to fraying.
- 2Seams of woven carpet need to have latex applied to prevent unraveling.
- 3Adhesives – Using a low grade adhesive or failing to adhere to specified spread rates and open time can cause adhesion issues and early failure.
Not to say that anyone would intentionally use substandard procedures or products, but with the competitiveness of the bid process it is vital that scopes be reviewed properly and the quality of the installer be taken into consideration.
