09/11/2026
Wall-to-wall carpet holds water differently than an area rug. https://gmservicesnj.com/what-happens-when-wall-to-wall-carpet-gets-wet/
Once moisture reaches the padding underneath, mold risk starts within 24 to 48 hours. Squishy carpet, musty smells, or discoloration near baseboards are all warning signs.
GM Carpet Care has served Toms River and the Jersey Shore since 1978, with IICRC certified water damage response for wall-to-wall carpet.