
Carpet Installation in Schererville, IN
Serving Schererville Homeowners
When you need professional carpet installation in Schererville, you want a neighborhood team that knows the area. Ajax Carpet Service has been family-owned and operated since 1978, working out of our Hammond headquarters and serving Schererville homes from Briar Cove to Lake Hills to the streets around Rohrman Park. Schererville is one of the fastest-growing towns in Lake County, anchored by the historic U.S. 30 crossroads, with expansive 1980s and 1990s subdivisions plus newer construction along the Route 30 growth corridor, with floor plans built for families — and we've been taking care of carpets in homes just like yours for over four decades.
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When you need professional carpet installation in Schererville, you want a neighborhood team that knows the area. Ajax Carpet Service has been family-owned and operated since 1978, working out of our Hammond headquarters and serving Schererville homes from Briar Cove to Lake Hills to the streets around Rohrman Park. Schererville is one of the fastest-growing towns in Lake County, anchored by the historic U.S. 30 crossroads, with expansive 1980s and 1990s subdivisions plus newer construction along the Route 30 growth corridor, with floor plans built for families — and we've been taking care of carpets in homes just like yours for over four decades.
For carpet installation we rely on proper power-stretched installation over fresh pad with seams sealed and edges tucked. That means installing new carpet the right way — power-stretched, properly seamed, and finished so it lies flat for the full life of the carpet, so your home looks and feels noticeably fresher when we're done. We handle the kind of wear Schererville carpets actually face: the wrinkles, separating seams, and short carpet lifespan that come from quick-and-cheap installation done with only a knee-kicker. Whether you live in an established home near Redar Park or a newer build closer to U.S. 30 (Lincoln Highway) and U.S. 41, we approach every job with the same care and the same honest pricing.
We understand that life in Schererville is busy — between work, school events, weekends spent at the Pennsy Greenway trail, and everything in between. You don't have time to coordinate around a contractor who shows up late, leaves a mess, or surprises you with add-ons at the end. We arrive when we say we will, do the job we agreed to, and clean up after ourselves. That's the bare minimum for a hometown company that wants to still be in business in another forty years.
Because we've been based in Lake County since 1978, we know the conditions Schererville homes face — humid summers, salt-and-slush winters, and the kind of grit that gets tracked in off U.S. 30 (Lincoln Highway) and U.S. 41. We also know the difference between work that holds up and work that doesn't. Every job gets the same equipment and the same attention to detail, whether it's a one-room carpet installation call or a whole-house project.
If you've been putting off a carpet installation project at your Schererville home, this is your sign to take care of it. We serve every part of town — Briar Cove, Lake Hills, Pheasant Hills, and the areas around Rohrman Park and Redar Park. For a free, no-pressure evaluation and an honest quote, call us at (219) 933-1019.

How We Install Carpet in Schererville Homes
Every Schererville install starts with a measure, a discussion about your carpet and pad options, and an honest estimate. On install day we move the furniture, pull up the old flooring, check the subfloor for any issues, and lay down fresh pad. The carpet goes down with a proper power stretcher — not just a knee-kicker — so it stays tight and flat for years. Seams are heat-sealed with a hot iron and seam tape, and we direction-match the pile so seams visually disappear. Then we trim, tuck, and clean up. Most rooms are done in a day, and you can walk on them immediately.
Why Installation Quality Matters
The biggest difference between a carpet that looks great for fifteen years and one that wrinkles in two is the installation. Power-stretching is non-negotiable for any room larger than a small bedroom. Pad quality matters more than most people realize — a good pad extends the life of the carpet and improves how it feels underfoot. We've been doing this in Schererville since 1978, so we know what holds up and what doesn't. We won't sell you anything we wouldn't put in our own house.
Carpet, Pad, and Honest Guidance
We carry a range of carpet and pad options for Schererville homes, from durable family-friendly loops and plushes to higher-end softer fibers. We'll walk you through the practical differences — how each handles foot traffic, pet wear, and stains — and help you match the carpet to how each room is actually used. No upsell pressure. For a measure and an evaluation, call (219) 933-1019.
Frequently Asked Questions
What neighborhoods in Schererville do you serve?
We serve every part of Schererville, including Briar Cove, Lake Hills, Pheasant Hills, Plum Creek Village, Carriage Estates, and Aberdeen, plus the areas around Rohrman Park and Redar Park. Because we're based in Hammond, we're a short drive from anywhere in Schererville and can usually schedule quickly. Call (219) 933-1019 and let us know where you are.
Do you remove the old carpet?
Yes. Removal and disposal of the old carpet and pad are part of the install. Just let us know if there's anything underneath we should know about.
How long does an installation take?
Most rooms in a Schererville home are done in a single day. Whole-house installs depend on the square footage and layout.
Can you install over my existing pad?
We almost always recommend new pad. The pad wears out before the carpet does, and reusing old pad cuts years off the life of your new carpet.
What carpet is best for high-traffic areas and stairs?
Generally a tight loop or a dense, low-profile plush. We'll show you options that fit how the room is used and what you want it to feel like.
Why Schererville Chooses Ajax Carpet Service
- Family-owned and operated since 1978
- Truck-mounted hot water extraction
- Honest, transparent pricing — free evaluations
- Locally based in Hammond, IN
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