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Calgary weather can be pretty severe, with long, snowy winters, as well as high winds all year round.That means if you’re shopping for flooring in Calgary, you might long for hardwood floors, but also be worried about water damage. As we all know, solid hardwood can be damaged by excess water and, ...

Long, freezing, snowy, and windy winters are no surprise to residents of Calgary, and that’s exactly why you need waterproof flooring. Calgary residents can even see snow as late as June and as early as September.The temperature goes below zero, and that can result in burst pipes, which leads to ...

Whether you’re selecting a carpet installation or any other type of flooring for your residence or commercial facility in Calgary,  Westvalley Carpet & Flooring understands that it isn’t just a matter of choosing color or style. You must think about things like your lifestyle and budget.That is how ...

This laminate has a high-end look that would be fit for any home decor page. Best of all, when it's high gloss (sometimes referred to as just gloss or gloss-over), it has a shiny, reflective quality that twinkles in the light, like glass, and will give any room a Wow factor.What is it?This is a ...

Every flooring installation is important, but when it comes to your brand-new tile, a tile flooring installation is the most important of all. These elegant materials are dense, hard, and can break easily, making a DIY installation a risky procedure.However, our professional installers have all the ...

Whether you’re looking for wood floors, laminate, tile or other flooring in Calgary, there’s only one place to go:  West Valley Carpets & Flooring.They are beautiful, adding warmth and elegance to your home.  We want you to have the best customer experience possible, so always ask these questions ...

Looking for flooring in Calgary?Tired of looking at the drab tile floor in your bathroom? Maybe you're thinking that it's time for a change of scenery? Perhaps a new flooring installation is just the makeover you need. At Westvalley Carpet & Flooring, Calgary, AB Canada, our knowledgeable ...

Durable, long-lasting, stylish – these are just a few reasons why luxury vinyl flooring in Calgary has quickly become a big hit. In fact, many homeowners come to our Westvalley Carpet & Flooring showroom in Calgary, AB to find out more about this versatile, easy-to-clean modern material. If you’re ...

They’re crazy, fun and quirky. Popular in the 1970s and 1980s, shag rugs are enjoying a big comeback, most likely because of an expanded color palette. Today, you can get them in all kinds of fun hues, such as blue, purple, green, or even multi-colored ones. They can add some glam to a rather drab ...

This is an easy one: Just go with high gloss laminate flooring in your Calgary home. It’s a remarkable simulation of glossy hardwood, tile, or stone, and a wonderful alternative for those whose budgets are somewhat limited.First things first: What is a laminate floor?What it isn't is the ...

Many of those in Calgary who are trying to sell their homes may have noticed the slowness of the market. This is not just the seller’s imagination. In fact, the problem has gotten so acute that the Calgary Real Estate Board is beginning to take action. A recent story brought some light to this ...

In the past, if a person had a million dollars to spend on a home, he or she could buy a LOT of home for that money. Not so much today. In fact, just because a Calgary home has a big price attached to it does not mean that the new buyer will be getting a big house. In a recent story, we learned a ...

At Westvalley Carpet & Flooring, we are very pleased to announce that several of our local residential builders have been nominated for a range of awards for excellence in their respective fields. We heard about this in a recent story that read, in part: “Calgary companies in the residential ...

It is no secret that Calgary's real estate market is seeing its fair share of trouble these days. With the city being dependent on oil, and with oil being beaten down, it only makes sense that fewer people are jumping into buying a new home. Instead, many homeowners are staying where they are and ...

Renovating or remodeling a portion of your home requires a patient hand. The planning that can go into the final design can be meticulous to say the least. When the room is complete the walls, trim, and window treatments must all blend together to create a sensory experience that is unique to the ...

Congratulations on your home improvement project finally coming to fruition. You have planned out all of the design elements of the room, and bought most of the materials necessary to complete the renovation. Although not everything is perfect, you have given yourself a beautiful foundation on ...

When we take on a home improvement project, we usually have some sort of idea how we will get our goal accomplished. This usually involves having several places that we can access for our needs, and that involves lots of trips from place to place to get a piece here or a service there. In Flooring, ...

You are about to embark on a project remodeling your Calgary home, and you are in need of flooring to enhance the beauty of your room, and lend a sense of style to the project. You aren’t sure what kind of flooring you will need for your home. That’s where we come in. We are West Valley Carpet & ...

Are you beginning to notice that your home is looking a bit outdated and is in need of a little make over? A great way to give your home a beautiful new look without undergoing a major renovation is by getting new flooring. Luxurious flooring is a quick and cost effective way to give your Calgary ...

The recent wild storms that have raced across Alberta have caused massive amounts of damage in certain areas. A late report states that damages may hit as much as $50 million. Here is a portion of this news: “Alberta storms caused $50 million insured damage. Figures from the Insurance Bureau of ...

The economic downturn in Calgary has brought about many problems and issues. But, it has also brought about lower prices for many types of home renovations. The reason for this is fairly simple to understand: Contractors and home improvement stores are offering lower prices to attract more business....

At Westvalley Carpet & Flooring, we love sharing good news about our exciting city. It was recently reported that one of our local home builders, Albi Homes, was honored by winning a number of awards. From design to flooring, Calgary home builders are some of the best, and this just proves it. ...

Every year it seems that scammers come up with new ways to cheat people out of their money. In many cases, it is our seniors who are taking the worst of it. This seems to be case again as the Alberta Securities Commission has recently issued another warning. We saw in a recent article: “As ...

It may seem as if certain sectors in the Canadian economy cannot catch a break. This appears to be the case with a new warning that recently came out from the Bank of Canada. While this housing news does not apply to all homeowners, or to everyone who is thinking of buying a home, it does apply to ...

Homeowners in Calgary who are trying to sell may have some disappointing news as sales numbers drop, but those who do manage to find a buyer, are getting a little more money for their homes. A story appeared lately that shared some details: “Calgary home sales were down again in June and while ...

At Westvalley Carpet & Flooring, we try to keep an eye on local real estate issues because those issues often affect our customers. These issues can cover anything from interest rates to buying new flooring. Calgary homeowners, and those who want to buy a home, need information these days, and that ...

It is no secret that many homeowners and business owners are looking for the affordable flooring Calgary residents need and want. Our community has suffered from a variety of economic challenges lately, but life goes on, and many of our friends and neighbors need quality flooring now. The problem, ...

It’s safe to say that when we acquire a new home, we see areas that we want to improve and leave our mark on the overall design of the dwelling. Most times we think about window treatments and cabinetry, or even about painting the walls and buying new furniture. These are all very dramatic ways to ...

Calgary (AB), Canada has a lot to offer those who live and visit the area. But not everything of interest is listed on the local tour guide brochures. In fact, some of the most interesting locations and sights are not listed at all, at least for now. Such is the case with a local home that is ...

Like most Calgary area homeowners, you want your home to be both welcoming and comfortable when you arrive home from work, school or recreation. You also want your residence to welcome your guests and family members in a way that will reflect your preferred lifestyle. The ideal way to accomplish ...

Have you been on a wild goose chase to find the perfect flooring for your home in Calgary? It can be difficult to find the perfect flooring at the right price, and that is why at Westvalley Carpet & Flooring, we strive to offer our customers the quality and affordability that they deserve. We carry ...

When it comes to home improvements of all types, including flooring, Calgary residents must be watchful for all types of scams and cons. Even though law enforcement is getting better at tracking down these criminals, they, the con artists, still pose a threat to honest Canadians. In a story ...

Have you been on a wild goose chase to try to find the perfect flooring for your home in Calgary? At Westvalley Carpet & Flooring, we know that deciding upon new flooring is a tough choice to make. That is why we employ some of the most experienced flooring experts to help you make an educated ...

Very good news concerning Calgary's recent uptick in the real estate markets. This most recent news is good for virtually all those who work in, or are associated with, real estate or housing; from brokers to those who work in Calgary flooring stores all can benefit from what is being reported. ...

If you are like other homeowners, you want your home to feel welcoming when you get home from work or play. You also want your home to welcome your friends and family in a way that is reflective of your style. A perfect way to do that is with new flooring for your Calgary home. And the perfect ...