Stretching damage

Damage

Damage was repaired by installer.

Stretching damage

Stretching damage

Stretching damage

Stretching damage

Stretching damage

Stretching damage

Damage to primary and a secondary backing

Damages is often close to perimeter walls

Damage can be seen on the carpet backing

Installation Damage (Carpet)

Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide

Summary

Installation damage is an installation-origin physical condition that occurs when carpet pile, yarn, or backing components are mechanically altered during cutting, stretching, positioning, or handling. The condition develops from localized force, impact, puncture, or cutting interaction with installation tools rather than from manufacturing variability. Installation damage is typically confined to areas of active installation such as seams, perimeters, doorways, or transitions. It may be visible immediately or may become more noticeable over time as lighting, grooming, or traffic accentuate the affected areas. Installation damage affects physical integrity or appearance and is not

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