Does Contract Carpet offer free quotes?

Yes, of course! Don't ever pay for a quote from carpet installers!

Does Contract Carpet use its own installers?

Contract Carpet has both subcontractors and our own carpet installers. All of the installers that install for us are licensed, bonded, and insured. All of our subcontractors have a lengthy relationship with us. Contract Carpet guarantees all of our labor for as long as you own your home.

I am not looking to spend a lot. Is Contract Carpet expensive?

Our flooring store has flooring across the price spectrum. The most important way for you to get the right price and right quality is for you to tell us exactly what you are looking for. Contract Carpet sells inexpensive apartment-quality flooring as well as ultra-high-end custom flooring and everything in between.

How do we get ready for new carpet installation?

Contract Carpet's installers are willing to move the large and heavy furniture. What we expect the homeowner or tenant to do is strip linens from beds, move all breakables that are on or in furniture, disconnect computers or other electronics, remove books from bookcases, and remove everything from the floor of closets before our carpet contractor arrives.

How often should we clean our carpet?

To ensure warranty coverage with us, carpet should be professionally cleaned by a carpet contractor every 18 months. In the event a claim needs to be made, manufacturers will ask for proof of professional cleaning.

What method of carpet cleaning is recommended?

Steam cleaning, also known as hot water extraction, is the only method recommended by carpet manufacturers and carpet installers.

How long can we expect our new floor covering to last?

The length of time a floor will last depends on many factors, including the environment in which it is installed. The amount of foot traffic, how often the floor is vacuumed, swept, and cleaned all play a role in the life span of flooring. Tile can last a lifetime, though styles change and may look dated in the future. Hardwood flooring, too, can last a lifetime with proper care and maintenance. In our experience, in an active household, a wood floor may need to be refinished every seven years, but in a gently used home with just two adults and no pets, you may never need a refinish. Carpet, meanwhile, is usually kept in a home for seven to 10 years before being replaced by our team.

How high off the slab should we install baseboards?

Installing baseboards about 3/8 of an inch above the slab is generally a good rule to go by for the installation. This is recommended by our flooring store.

What is the time frame from order date to installation date?

Our flooring store takes one to two days for items in stock, and seven to ten days for items coming from the manufacturer.

What is the most family-friendly carpet?

Our carpet contractor recommends carpet with a solution-dyed nylon that includes built-in stain resistance, constructed with a high twist and high-density rating.

April Dixon and Nick Dixon - Contract Carpet

Meet April Dixon and Nick Dixon

President and Vice President

Nick Dixon: Nick Dixon is the President of Contract Carpet, a leading residential and commercial floor covering company headquartered in Encinitas, California. Immersed in the flooring industry from a young age, Nick has dedicated his professional career to maintaining the high standards of craftsmanship and customer-centric service established by his family. Under his strategic guidance, Contract Carpet provides a personalized, high-quality alternative to mass-market retail chains, ensuring that every project receives the individual care and precise technical execution it deserves.

April Dixon: April Dixon serves as the Vice President of Contract Carpet, working side-by-side with Nick to manage the company’s extensive showroom and corporate operations. Bringing a sharp eye for modern design trends and a deep passion for client relations, April focuses on transforming the stressful process of home renovation into an enjoyable, seamless experience. Her leadership ensures that the business maintains its signature welcoming environment, blending family-owned values with elite operational standards.

Education and Qualifications

Nick Dixon: Nick holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, providing him with a strong academic foundation in corporate strategy, supply chain management, and organizational efficiency. Complementing his business degree, Nick holds an active California flooring contractor’s license (#1140701). This official credential ensures that he possesses a deep, institutional understanding of modern building codes, subfloor preparation, and material specifications, guaranteeing the highest standard of structural execution on every job site.

April Dixon: April’s educational background is anchored by specialized training in interior aesthetics, consumer relations, and business administration. Her ongoing professional education involves studying the latest advancements in sustainable material manufacturing, textile durability, and space-planning dynamics. This distinct combination of administrative capability and design expertise allows her to guide clients through complex material selections with absolute confidence and stylistic precision.

Previous Experience and History

Nick Dixon: Nick possesses an unparalleled, lifelong connection to Contract Carpet, having literally grown up in the field at the very same Encinitas location. Working through every tier of the family business from his youth onward, he mastered hands-on installation techniques, warehouse logistics, and estimation before stepping into an executive role. This rich history provides him with an intimate, foundational understanding of the trade that cannot be replicated in a traditional classroom setting.

April Dixon: Prior to stepping into her role as Vice President, April built a diverse professional history centered on client management, operational coordination, and interior consulting. Her background in navigating fast-paced corporate and creative environments allowed her to streamline Contract Carpet’s administrative workflows. April’s extensive history in client-facing roles is the driving force behind the company’s seamless communication and highly rated customer care systems.

Highlights of Current Work

Nick Dixon: As President, Nick actively oversees Contract Carpet’s large-scale commercial contracts, project engineering, and direct manufacturer relations. He works meticulously to source premium floor coverings globally, ensuring that clients receive top-tier materials at highly competitive prices. Nick remains heavily involved in field quality assurance, personally visiting job sites to inspect complex installations and guarantee that the crew’s execution mirrors his own exacting standards.

April Dixon: In her capacity as Vice President, April directs the curation of the Encinitas showroom, selecting a vibrant and diverse array of premier product samples to display. She spearheads the company’s residential design consultations, working closely with homeowners, local architects, and interior designers to align material choices with their exact lifestyles and budgets. April’s daily efforts focus on elevating the client experience from the initial handshake to the final walkthrough.

Areas of Expertise

Nick Dixon: Nick maintains master-level technical expertise across all facets of flooring installation and structural preparation. His primary specializations include commercial-grade surface specifications, intricate hardwood integration, moisture mitigation, and precision subfloor leveling. Nick’s comprehensive understanding of material expansion, adhesive sciences, and heavy-traffic durability allows him to engineer long-lasting flooring solutions for complex architectural layouts.

April Dixon: April’s primary areas of expertise lie in aesthetic orchestration, color theory, and material matching. She specializes in helping clients navigate the unique properties of luxury vinyl planks (LVP), premium wool carpeting, custom area rugs, and fine porcelain tiling. April’s deep knowledge of textile performance enables her to recommend the ideal balance of style, comfort, and maintenance requirements for households with pets, children, or unique architectural configurations.

Transform Your Space with Contract Carpet Today

Your property deserves flooring that establishes the perfect tone for your life while delivering uncompromised, long-lasting performance. Whether you are looking to revitalize a single room with the warmth of premium carpet, upgrade to timeless hardwood, or completely renovate a commercial facility with high-performance luxury vinyl, Nick and April Dixon and the expert installation team at Contract Carpet are ready to bring your vision to life. Skip the frustrating, detached experience of big-box corporate retail. Visit our beautiful Encinitas showroom or connect with us online today to schedule your professional consultation and discover the elite standard that a dedicated family business delivers.