Manhattan's most important economic sector lies in its role as the headquarters for the U.S. financial industry. New York County is home to the most corporate headquarters of any city in the nation. with approximately 520 million square feet of office space in 2013, making it the largest office market in the United States.
If your existing carpet is more than 10 years old and you have issues like ripples or wrinkles, color loss or fading, matting or crushing of the pile or a lack of padding support in halls, main walkways and on stairs then your carpet and padding is at the end of its intended lifespan.
Removing Old Carpet. Removing old carpet doesnât have to be a chore. With some planning, it can be an easy DIY project. Carpet can stain and wear out over time, so plan to replace it every five to 10 years, especially if it is installed in high-traffic areas like living rooms or hallways. When you remove the old carpet, watch out for nails sticking up from the tack strips and carefully remove staples with pliers. This guide details how to successfully remove the carpet with a tackless and tack-strip installation.