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Empire Today has provided carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl and tile flooring to more than 3 million customers since 1959. The company brings hundreds of samples to your doorstep, and a sales representative helps you choose a floor, takes room measurements and provides an all-inclusive price estimate. Professional installers can install in-stock styles as soon as the next day. The company offers competitive prices and comprehensive warranties.

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    Reviewed March 7, 2016

    Empire has a better price compared to other places, and the carpet was of good quality as well. When we made the appointment, they came right away the very next day and helped us with everything that we needed. They gave great service. We had the carpet installed on the second floor in the two bedrooms and a den, which is like a small living room. Recently, one of the workers came to check our kitchen floor as we're thinking of remodeling it. He was very nice and helpful.

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    Reviewed March 7, 2016

    Absolutely the worst service and experience. I would give ZERO stars if I could. I wish I had checked Yelp first! It started out feeling really good. We had a sales guy Robert who was very nice. I liked the price and product he presented, so we SIGNED A CONTRACT for the work to be done on 3/5 with the condition that we move the stove, fridge, and toilet ourselves. Done deal, we were happy. We moved all of the appliances and removed the toilet the evening of 3/4, and the next morning we got up and awaited the crew's arrival. And waited. And waited.

    And finally, an hour after they were supposed to show up, I get a call from a man named Darnell letting me know that the technician who was supposed to do our flooring ran into an unexpected delay in a different job, and would not be able to do our floors that day. (Please note that this was a total LIE because Empire does not do overnight jobs! There is no possible way that this could be true) I became quite upset and advised Darnell that we had already removed our toilet, and that he needed to get someone out there today. Darnell refused, continuing to claim that there was no one to send and nothing he could do about it.

    He offered to have someone come out Monday 3/7, or Saturday 3/12. My husband and I both work full time and there was NO WAY we were going to lose a full day's pay because of their incompetence. So, after discussing with my husband, we agreed that a reasonable solution would be to have them come out on Saturday 3/12. In the meantime we would put the toilet back. Our conditions were that they would take $100 off the job, and they would remove the appliances and put them back themselves. Reasonable right? (especially considering that this would require that we purchase another seal for the toilet) WRONG!

    They were willing to take some money off the job, but not to move the appliances. We were going to be required to do it ourselves AGAIN. Now would be a good time to mention that they charge $40 per appliance, so they would have charged us $240 to do what we have now done TWICE. At this point I was thoroughly pissed and disgusted, so I called Robert the sales guy. He was very empathetic, and said he would call the office to work something out for me. A little while later I got a call back from Robert letting me know that he was willing to come to our home to supervise the job on Monday. This way we wouldn't have to wait a week, and we wouldn't need to put the toilet back on in the meantime and have to buy that replacement part, and we wouldn't have to miss work. This is in addition to removing $100 off the job.

    We were annoyed with the company as a whole at this point, but this seemed an acceptable compromise. (Please also note that Darnell told Robert that the tech that was supposed to do the work was MIA and not picking up his phone! No call, no show. So that line about the "unexpected delay on another job" was a load of hogwash and a total LIE).

    Today is 3/7. My husband stayed at the house this morning waiting for Robert to show up so he could let him in. After no contact from Robert, my husband gave him a call. What a shocker to learn that Robert has 2 appointments this morning! One at 9, and one at 11, and neither are anywhere near our house! So he had NO INTENTION of actually showing up this morning! None. Needless to say we have cancelled the whole job.

    This company does not deserve our business. We are working to have my deposit refunded and we will go all the way up to the CEO of Empire and drag their @sses before the Better Business Bureau to get it back if we have to. Empire, please note, we have told EVERYONE WE KNOW ABOUT THIS. Everyone. Our friends and family, our personal banker, the cashier at Save Mart, our neighbors, our co-workers, EVERYONE. My husband is an account manager for a property management company, and guess who he's going to tell all of his clients and associates not to use? YOU. My mother-in-law is having her entire 3600 sq ft home re-floored this summer. She was planning on using you, but after hearing our story, guess what flooring company she will never ever use? That's right, YOU. Good luck keeping your doors open. If this is how you do business I don't think you will be around much longer.

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    Reviewed March 7, 2016

    Approximately a little over 2 years we had hardwood floors installed from Empire. Loved the floors until maybe 6 months later. Noticed the finish peeling in a certain area. Because it was a high volume area, didn't really think too much into it. Now almost 2 years into it there are MANY other spots where the finish is peeling. Called Empire to come and inspect the product but was told they charge almost a $100 to just come out and inspect it. $100! Just to look at it??? Never was told this by the salesman nor told when I made the initial appointment for Empire to come out again. Ridiculous! If a company stands by their products then why charge a high fee to just inspect it? We had considered of having them do carpet or another product throughout the rest of the house but not after this.

    Updated 4/4/2016 - After back and forth with Empire Today over engineered hardwood floors that the finish started peeling off they sent out an 'independent' floor inspector to take pictures and view the damaged floors. The inspector findings were the floors were damaged by dogs. When I purchased these floors we were told by Empire salespeople that these floors were and are the best for people who have dogs, and high traffic areas. Now Empire is back-stepping. I received a call today from their GM D. ** asking if they could replace the floors with ceramic tile or another type of laminate, they want to fix this problem. Better fix it with a refund before the local news media investigation team comes and starts filming what a scam they are, how they mislead their clients.

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    Hi Kelly, we'd like to know more about the issues you've been experiencing. We will be contacting you soon to discuss the situation and work towards a resolution. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed March 7, 2016

    I had the vinyl flooring done in my house and we also had it installed at my mother's home by Empire Today. It's good.

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    Reviewed March 7, 2016

    We had a very pleasing experience with Empire. We like the service and we're happy with the product. We had the carpet done downstairs, the stairs and the loft, but not the bedrooms. The vinyl flooring that look like wood was installed in one of the bedrooms downstairs, all the bathrooms and washroom. I like the vinyl flooring which helped me to keep it clean and looks nice. We didn’t have enough money to do all the bedrooms but they said that that carpet will be in stock no matter what. That was convenient and the price was good too.

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    Reviewed March 7, 2016

    Empire Today offered easy installation so we had them install laminate flooring and carpeting in our home. When the installer was putting some of the trim work, he did it in a way that I didn't like, so I suggested another way and he readily changed it. He was very open and receptive to it. I also appreciated that he liked it better in the end. Overall, it has been a rewarding experience.

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    Reviewed March 6, 2016

    I went over to Empire and told them that I didn't want a plush carpet and wanted something very durable that looks nice. Somebody there recommended Berber and we picked it and had it done in all three bedrooms and the hallway. We're happy with it. Empire's price was higher than some other brand but they didn't have the variety that Empire had. Plus, the salesman was really excellent. He gave me his card and I’m going to use Empire Today again because I need it downstairs. Excellent experience!

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    Reviewed March 6, 2016

    I work in a large building. We have 40-50 offices that will need new carpeting within the next few years. After reviewing bids I choose Empire. The friendly salesman came out to measure and gave us an install date. When the installers came to install on Friday they remeasured the room and found it to be larger than the salesman recorded.

    They promised they would return on Saturday with the right sized carpet. They offered no compensation as I had to inconvenience my boss for another day.

    Saturday was a repeat! They brought carpeting that do not fit the room AGAIN!!! And once again they offered no compensation for any inconvenience. My boss is still without an office. Hopefully, on Monday they will have their act together and get it complete. I will do everything to avoid using them in the future and sharing my story with anybody who is interested in buying carpet.

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    Hi Dan, we regret the delay in completing your installation. We understand that we've spoken to you about this situation, and we will be following up again soon to discuss your experience and confirm that everything has been completed to your satisfaction. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed March 6, 2016

    In September 2015, we contracted with Empire to have carpeting, laminate, and ceramic tile done in three separate areas of our home. The work was to start in mid-October and we were told it would take a week. It ended up taking more than three weeks, and was left unfinished. After a couple of months of trying to deal with the problems with the installation, the repairs were finally finished in February. However, despite the company telling us that they would discuss some compensation for all the delays, shoddy work, and aggravation, they have not yet been willing to talk about it.

    It is now going on five months since the work was started, and they have not taken any steps to try to provide some recompense for a process that has been extremely annoying and required us to take time off work, over and over, in order to be present for work on the floors. We avoided posting bad reviews in hopes that the company would treat us fairly, but we are at the end of our patience. We will never use Empire Today again, and are considering legal action to seek compensation, since they have not responded to us in several weeks now.

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    Hi Ellen, we regret that the installation was not completed as initially scheduled. We understand your frustration, as we never want our customers to be disappointed in our service. We will be contacting you shortly to discuss the situation and work towards a resolution. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed March 6, 2016

    We had Empire Today put down carpet and one piece of linoleum on four rooms at home. Now all of our floors look excellent. They were very professional and easy to deal with, and their customer service was excellent. I would recommend them to anyone.

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    Reviewed March 6, 2016

    Empire Today installed carpet in a house we're selling. They offered the best price and the quality was good. We had a good experience with them.

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    Reviewed March 6, 2016

    We chose Empire Today to put down laminate flooring in our home after consideration of other brands. Our deciding factor to go to them was the fact that they took off our old floor for free. We had a great experience with their installers and they did a good job of cleaning up afterwards. We love the flooring and we have recommended them out.

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    Reviewed March 5, 2016

    I am very happy with job that Empire Today did on the carpet in my bedroom and the laminate floor in the living room. I knew about them for a long time and had said that whenever I decided to make a change in the floor in my house, I'm going to call them. This has been the first job they did in my house and I'm very satisfied with it. So far, when my family comes, they say, "Oh, how beautiful." I would recommend them to anybody. I also saw that they do window treatment, so maybe that would be the next job.

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    Reviewed March 5, 2016

    I decided to go with Empire Today because of the cost and the quality of their products. I had them install carpet. We're enjoying it right now, more so the kids. It's a good company, easy to work with and they met our standards timewise.

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    Reviewed March 5, 2016

    Other brands might have been a little bit cheaper, but we chose Empire for the size of their company, their guarantee and quality. We had some laminating done on the floors in the bedrooms and we like the style that we picked. Unfortunately, we're having problems with the floor. It seems to be popping up. We're still dealing with Empire to try to get the floor fixed, so our experience has been a little daunting.

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    Hi Lary, we understand that we've been in contact with you about your concerns with your product and that we're working towards a resolution. We will continue to follow up with you until everything has been addressed to your satisfaction. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed March 5, 2016

    I had a living room floor with ceramics done by Empire Today. I want to go with somebody reliable that I know is not going to do me in because I've been done in a couple of times by people that have been fixing up the house. I’ve been suckered into a lot of jobs that didn’t get done. But I trust Empire. However, I wish that I got the brown or black instead of the white for the sealing of it. Nevertheless, this was the first time I've done this and I'm happy with it. I also got three rooms that I wanted to do with vinyl, and then the kitchen floor that I wanted to be done with ceramics flooring too. I’d recommend them to friends.

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    Reviewed March 4, 2016

    A family member had referred Empire Today. I had them install a carpet in the bedroom which met my level of expectations with the color and quality. Also, I got along really well with the salesperson and appreciated his prompt arrival and knowledge of the product. Empire Today is an honest, clean and fair priced company.

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    Reviewed March 4, 2016

    With the first appointment I had with Empire, I asked about how they can correct the bad reputation they have for the better. Where I live is a very tight-knit people. We have about 8,000 home, if not, 18,000 people. A lot of them are very negative with Empire and all those companies that advertise a lot on TV, and they tried to talk me out of using them. Then the rep from Empire gave a good answer so I gave them a chance. They came and got my flooring done in two days. They moved my heavy furniture and they did a very good job. I'm pretty happy with their work and I do recommend them.

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    Reviewed March 4, 2016

    I like the carpet and linoleum installed by Empire Today in our bedroom and bathroom. They were quick and professional.

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    Reviewed March 4, 2016

    We had Empire Today for carpeting in our business location. In terms of cost and quality, they were much better than the other brands we looked at. The installation crew that was here was also excellent. Empire did an awesome job and I would definitely use them again.

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    Reviewed March 3, 2016

    Carpet coming apart in three spot. The salesman didn't tell us it wasn't exactly the same as we had. He needed to be more knowledgeable.

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    Hi Scott and Dawn, we regret that your product has not been meeting your expectations. We understand that we have previously been in contact with you about the issues you're experiencing, and we will be following up with you again to discuss your concerns. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed March 3, 2016

    Empire Today does a good job. Their price is fairly reasonable than other competitors and that's why we are sticking with them. We own 126 properties and we usually stick with the same carpet that we get for every apartment. We were going to have linoleum put in but the contractor said the floor’s not suitable for it because the floor is uneven.

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    Reviewed March 3, 2016

    I had Empire Today come out and give me a bid. I took three bids, Empire had the lowest, so that was good. I had laminate floors put all the way through the house and then I had carpets put in all the bedrooms. They did an excellent job. Their installers were on time, did everything on the same day, and didn't leave any mess.

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    Reviewed March 3, 2016

    We shopped on big-box stores like Home Depot and Lowe’s, and we also went online with Fargo. Then, I got referred to Empire Today by a colleague here at work who had some work done through them, and it seemed like it was pretty good and the pricing was right. I had hardwood floors installed in six rooms and some laminate stuff in three other rooms. The only problem I've had was that the saleswoman screwed quite a bit of stuff up that had nothing to do with the product. I don’t know if she's been in the business for 10 years but she did a lot of things wrong and caused us downtime on the installation. It wasn’t very well-organized on her part. Other than that, the cost and quality of the flooring turned out better so I was really happy with that. The installers were professional and good too.

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    Reviewed March 3, 2016

    We had tile flooring installed by Empire Today and it's excellent. I went to Home Depot, Lowe's and other third parties, and their costs were about the same. The difference, however, was the quality of product and the shades of colors that were presented to me. Also, they were on time, very professional and easy going.

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    Reviewed March 2, 2016

    Empire Today redid the carpet in our whole house and it was very good. I'm satisfied and I enjoy all of it.

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    Reviewed March 2, 2016

    If I could give this business lower than 1 star I certainly would. Horrible from start to finish. The only good part of this was the lady that came out to measure everything. We were set to have our vinyl flooring installed in 3 rooms for Monday morning (29 Feb) but they never showed up. They told us that they "guess" one of the installers quit or something because he was MIA (missing in action). After much arguing (oh this is after we already paid for everything), we were able to get a new install date for the next day on Tuesday.

    (Today 1 March) They came out like they were supposed to but first of all they drove a van that looked like it should have been giving free candy to the children in the neighborhood (yeah one of those kinds), they had no decals and were very unprofessional. They sent 2 guys to do all the work whose first language was obviously not English. They did not say what they were there for or would confirm the purchase but just went "straight to work". They started out by putting a level on the floor and saying "oh this isn't level", then they tore up some of the old tiles in the dining area, and then said "oh we can't do the job". They didn't even replace the tiles that they tore up. They were on their cellphones just about the entire time doing God knows what, and were very very unprofessional. I have called and left messages with the installation manager John, and was told that he would return my call but never has yet. I am not surprised to be honest.

    The rest of the country looks like they have good reviews for Empire but not the Tampa location. I wish this location in Tampa would just go away. They do not do anything anyways. After much fighting and cursing, I managed to get a start on getting a complete refund process going but I am not holding my breath. Please. Please whatever you do, avoid this place and company at all costs!!!

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    Hi Robert, we know it's frustrating that your installation was not completed as scheduled, and we can assure you that we are taking your concerns very seriously. We understand that you've chosen to cancel the order, but please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like to discuss your experience in more detail. You can reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed March 2, 2016

    We had rugs installed by Empire Today. It was good however, they had to come in and stretch it a little bit more, but it's fine now. I would recommend them.

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    Reviewed March 2, 2016

    I had wood flooring in my bedroom and hallway done by Empire Today. The price was a bit higher but I went with them because of the speed of installation. They were able to do it the next day. I was happy with the work done except that they cut the carpeting on the top of the stairs too short so they were not able to tuck the first stair in so the first stair is wood which looks awkward. Empire called me the next day but they didn't really listen to my complaint so I kind of forgot about it. I have to live with it because I wasn’t ready or prepared to change the whole stair carpet yet.

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    Reviewed March 2, 2016

    I had laminate flooring installed in our nursing room. It's very nice. I went with Empire because of the urgency of the matter. I’m somewhat familiar with their organization so I just called them. We got it for its impermeability so we could mop and clean it. They're pricey and I'm sure that everybody says the same thing. But that's the service they provide. If you want it, you got to pay for it. To sum up my experience - it's painless.

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    Reviewed March 2, 2016

    I had the floor in my kitchen done by Empire. Their sales rep was very nice and gave me a bunch of samples. While I picked out a couple, my wife finally came up with the one we wanted. The installers were good and professional. I had no problems and I'm very satisfied.

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    Reviewed March 2, 2016

    Short version: Empire gave me bad advice, cost me dollars out-of-pocket and, when they realized their error, canceled the job on the morning. It was supposed to be done and left me hanging. No one followed-up and ultimately my five calls to the customer service manager were never returned. Bottom line: As soon as they realized that they gave me bad advice and weren't going to be able to do the job for me, I was ignored. The fact that I incurred out-of-pocket costs due to their erroneous advice was of no concern to them. "Sorry for the bad news," as the installers walked out of my home, was the extent of their response to the poor way of handling my situation and my out-of-pocket costs.

    Conclusion: Unfortunately, the Empire Today way of doing business with me was giving me bad advice, causing me unnecessary out-of-pocket costs, canceling my job on the day it was scheduled to be done, not following up with me or expressing any interest or concern, and then ignoring my multiple phone calls. This is totally unacceptable as far as I'm concerned. Empire Today wasted a lot of my time and money. Footnote: After the Empire debacle, I purchased the floor tiles myself and contacted a local independent contractor that was highly recommended to me. This person did an excellent job in a timely, professional fashion and cost effective manner.

    Long and detailed version: I purchased my home in October and, in December, decided to replace the floor in my kitchen, bathroom and two small entryways. After doing a bit of research I spoke with three different vendors, one of which was Empire Today. I met with the Empire salesman, who impressed me as someone that was knowledgeable and professional. I met with him a few times and decided to go with porcelain ceramic tiles, paid my deposit and scheduled the installation.

    To be sure there would be no problem when it was time for the installation, the salesman sent out a supervisor/installer to inspect my existing floors a few weeks before the job was scheduled to be done. I thought this was prudent on the part of my salesman, as I have an older home (built in 1920). The supervisor recommended that I go with a different flooring option -- Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT), which I decided would make sense, based on his explanation that the kitchen floor would be a bit too high with the ceramic install. (I later discovered that this wasn't necessarily the case, but I think his advice was well-intended.) He spent about 30 to 45 minutes at my home checking out the floors, including pulling up some carpet in one room and going in the basement to see what he could tell about the subfloor, etc.

    I have one bathroom in my house, and I very clearly explained to both my salesman and the installer/supervisor that I planned to remove my old sink before the floor installation and replace it with a new one, as soon as the installation was done. I was very explicit about this and made sure they knew that the timing of getting the job done was important because of this. I had my plumber remove my bathroom sink the day before the installation was scheduled. The morning that the installation was scheduled, I got a call from Empire letting me know that they did not order the grout that I requested, so they could not do the job that day, but could do it the next day. I said this was fine. I'm generally pretty laid back and these things happen, so no problem to delay the job one day. (Fortunately I could arrange to be at my house the next day, which was Friday.)

    The next morning (Friday) the installers came, and after about 15 minutes told me that they could not do the job because of the condition/nature of some of the existing floor tiles that they would be replacing. (They were concerned some of them may contain asbestos.) They basically apologized for the bad news and left. My sense was that they saw the job was not a simple cookie cutter job and they didn't want any part of it, as it was an older home. But I may be mistaken about that, and I totally understand that they need to follow guidelines for safety and quality control, etc. So I don't fault them for not moving forward with the job. My expectation was that I would hear from my salesman and from Empire to apologize for the confusion and discuss alternatives. No one called on Friday and no one called on Monday, and I had my plumber put the sink back in my bathroom, as it was unclear when, or if, Empire would do the job.

    Finally, I called Empire on Tuesday morning to tell customer service that I was very annoyed and I explained that: The supervisor should have discovered and addressed this issue when he was on site inspecting the job a few weeks prior, rather than the installers telling me and walking off the job. Since they didn't do the job, I had to have my sink reinstalled and then will have to have it removed again when I have the floor actually replaced. This resulted in an unnecessary cost of $300 for my plumber to do the job twice. It was ridiculous that no one had the courtesy or concern to contact me after the installers told me they would not do the job. It seemed clear that I was no longer a priority for Empire.

    At that point, I was told that the manager of customer service (Darlene) would contact me, which she did, a day or two later. I explained the situation to Darlene, who seemed to understand my perspective and why I was frustrated. I explained that I wanted to further explore whether the installers were correct and whether Empire could still do the job. But irrespective of that, I wanted to be reimbursed for the cost of having my plumber remove and replace my bathroom sink an extra time. Darlene apologized for the confusion and assured me she would send an email to "corporate" to see what they would do for me. At that point, I had the sense that she understood my complaint and felt I was being reasonable to request reimbursement. In addition, Darlene told me that it should be no problem for Empire to do the job and advised how I can get approval for them to do that.

    I followed up on that and found that she was mistaken. I don't think she intentionally misinformed me, but I think she just wasn't familiar with the laws in my state. From that point forward, I never heard back from Darlene, even though I called her and left voicemails for her FIVE TIMES in the course of a seven or eight day period. Not one of those calls was returned. (She did not give me her email address as she said the phone was the best way for us to communicate.) A week or two after my last attempt to contact her I received a check refunding my deposit with no mention of reimbursing the costs I incurred due to the poor manner in which Empire handled the situation.

    To be clear, until the day of the job, I had no problem with my salesman or other Empire personnel. My salesman, the customer service and scheduling people, etc. were responsive and acted professionally and courteously. My complaints are regarding how I was treated as soon as it was determined that Empire would not do the job. I subsequently contacted a local independent contractor that is familiar with the law in my state and I purchased the porcelain ceramic tiles myself (the ones I originally wanted to use). He confirmed that, fortunately, the extent of concern about the existing floor tiles was not accurate and he did an excellent job and completed it in a timely and cost effective manner.

    I want to emphasize that I have no problem that the installers wouldn't do the job that day due to their concerns about potential asbestos. I understand and respect the fact that they must, and should, put safety first and need to comply with all laws and company policies. Even though the problem wasn't as severe as they thought, I realize they needed to err on the side of caution. My problem is the fact that the inspector/supervisor didn't inform me of this problem over two weeks earlier when he did a thorough site inspection. Even though that was very annoying, it was just an oversight, which happens. But what I found to be unacceptable was the lack of responsiveness and concern that Empire demonstrated after this oversight was discovered.

    They didn't take responsibility for mishandling it. They didn't follow-up with me to discuss alternatives. They didn't return multiple phone calls, and didn't reimburse me for the costs that I incurred due to their incompetence. Basically they said "sorry", "see you later" and "here's your deposit back". Now "don't bother us." In summary, I have been in business for a long time and I understand that we all make mistakes at some time or another. That's life and being human. But it's how we respond to, and address, those mistakes that indicate the type of businessperson someone is. And from my humble perspective, Empire failed this test miserably.

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    Hi Raymond, we regret that we were not able to complete your installation as scheduled. We understand that this was a frustrating process for you, and we regret any lack of communication that occurred. We understand that you've gone with another company, but we would like the opportunity to discuss your experience in more detail. If you are still interested in speaking with us, please email us at customersupport@empiretoday.com, and we will follow up with you. Thank you.

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    Reviewed March 1, 2016

    I had a small bathroom done in tile by Empire Today. I got a couple of estimates from other brands but the job was so small and Empire had a flat price, which is a little better. The installation went well. They were professional and did a good job. So far, it's great and I love it. I definitely would recommend it to a neighbor if somebody asks me about it.

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    Reviewed March 1, 2016

    Empire Today had a tremendous sale going on at the time we purchased carpet and crowning for our home. Their sales rep was great to me and the installation team did a great job. They were courteous and cleaned up after themselves. I may have to call them back in to re-look at the baseboards they put in. But other than that, I'm extremely happy.

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    Reviewed March 1, 2016

    It was the price that made us purchase laminate flooring from Empire Today. I really wanted another kind but after they took the carpet off, they said the floor wasn't level enough. We had the other kind and it broke after a while. But, my experience with Empire has been good.

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    Reviewed March 1, 2016

    I heard good things about Empire Today. I had carpet installed by them in my home and it has met my expectations. It was a good experience and I would recommend them to a friend.

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    Reviewed March 1, 2016

    I had laminated flooring installed throughout my house by Empire Today. From what other people have told me, they seemed to be the cheapest and would do it in a quick amount of time. At that time, I had one broken leg with surgery and I wanted it done so quick because it was hard to get around. They did it in a good time and it was reasonably priced. The only thing I really didn't like is that none of them spoke English. And I don't speak Mexican or Spanish at all. But they were all polite and they worked hard. Other than that, they did a really good job.

    However, I have one area in the master bedroom that the wood started to come up. I called them and they sent somebody to take that up and replace that, but I was a little upset because the floor was wet underneath when they put the new one down and that bugs me. For now, it hasn't come back up but I'm afraid that it would do it again. But so far, I'm happy with it. I would tell anybody they should call them but they need English-speaking people, at least one, so the client can communicate with them.

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    Reviewed March 1, 2016

    I had Empire many years ago and I was very pleased with it. Also, their pricing was better than Lowe’s and Home Depot, so we had them do the job for our bathroom flooring. It was a linoleum type of product. It's lovely and has exceeded my expectations. It was a little difficult to see in a swatch but it was nicer on the floor. I wasn’t sure if I was going to like it as much as I do, but I do like it. The only thing I wish that Empire did have was more samples to show.

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    Reviewed Feb. 29, 2016

    Empire Today's services were great, from top to bottom, that's why I'm a repeat customer. They're very prompt and agreeable to deal with. The salesperson was not only professional, he was also fair and that leaves a good impression with me about Empire.

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    Reviewed Feb. 29, 2016

    I decided to try this company despite some of the negative reviews about some of their practices. The sales associate was very nice and friendly. He made the whole process seem simple. He worked with me regarding pricing and assured me everything was including except anything unforeseen. He was able to see the carpet being removed and the floor underneath and assured me no problem. Installation day came and the installation people told me they would have to rip up the entire floor under the carpet and put down new plywood. They said they would do it for an additional $600. The gentleman was very nice about it and explained why they had to remove the floor. I told him I understood but would not be paying the additional cost because the salesman saw the floor underneath, it was clearly visible where the carpet was missing and he assured me everything was included.

    He agreed it was obvious what the flooring underneath was and said "maybe he didn't know it couldn't be done." I told him this was unacceptable because if an employee is giving an estimate, he should know exactly what is entailed with the job. I told him had it been an unforeseen expense, I would agree to it but it was not. It was seen by the man giving me the quote. I told them I was not paying anything additional and they left and told me to call the salesman. I called him and left a message. I called customer service and they told me they left him a message and left a message for installation dept. I did not receive a call back. I called the salesman again and he apologized and said he would try to straighten it out first thing Monday am and would call me. Monday am came and went and no call. I called him and left a message. No call back. I called again later in the day, no call back.

    I then called Customer Service again who transferred me to installation who said his manager was not there and he would have to call me back tomorrow. At this point, I am so disgusted with their lack of caring and what to me appeared as a bait and switch approach, I have no desire to work with their company now or ever, nor will I ever recommend them to anyone. I have never written a complaint about a company in my life but was so upset by this experience, I felt the need to save anyone else from dealing with this type of situation. I cannot comment on the quality of their work.

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    Hi Michele, we regret any miscommunication that occurred regarding the pricing of your order, and we will be contacting you shortly to discuss the situation in more detail. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 29, 2016

    First half of the flooring crew showed up, then 10 hours later they had 4 pieces of sub floor laid. I was told the price was all together no extra then I had to buy extra pieces out of my pocket of plywood. Now I'm out more money. I have already paid $2,300. The floor crew of 2 up and left. I've been with no floor for 4 days. I can't cook, wash clothes, or anything else. My whole house is UPSIDE down. They came back 4 days later only to find they are short on flooring and trim. The trim is less than half enough. I feel like after paying that much money even some on top of the so called "inclusive" price it should have been done in one day! Now I'm out dinner for 4 days going out to eat. The ends results I'll let you know when I see them. As of now they are still not done. All I get is an "I'm sorry".

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    Hi Will, we can assure you that the installation experience you described is not what we expect for our customers. We regret that your concerns have not yet been addressed, and we will be contacting you shortly to learn more about what happened and help make things right. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 29, 2016

    Purchased Of the new floor was Great. Salesman was very good at his job. Then came the date for the install, I received a phone call the night before to say they weren't coming out as the installer's helper was sick. That was a Thursday. Well on Friday they were suppose to be at my house by 8-8:30. When no one was there by 10 I called and was told they were picking up the flooring and would be there soon. The installer showed up at Noon with no helper. Mind you to tell me that all he was doing was dropping off the flooring so it can get warmed up to room temp. I helped him unload the flooring and he left. At this point my living room and Dinning room are complete moved into the Kitchen and bedrooms to make it so they would have room and get started right away. So now on Saturday they said they would be there by 7am to 8am but like before no one showed up.

    Finally the installer called us at 9am and said his van broke down and is still coming and will let us know when that will be. I lost it!!! I called Empire again to inform them that this is a nightmare and that if no one is here today I will return the floor and cancel my order. The installer showed up about 12:30 again with no helper and left at 5pm saying he will be here on Sunday to finish the flooring. Well Sunday came and like always installer was late. Got to my house about 9:30 and had to leave to take his daughter home at 11:15am. He returned back to my house at 1:30pm and worked to 7pm and said he had to come back on Monday. Monday he showed up at 9am with a helper and able to finish the flooring except one problem. Empire didn't send enough flooring to complete the install and also shorted me on transition strips. So again had to call Empire and have them send out flooring and strips.

    Also I had to help move back all my furniture and helped him clean up mess in house. So Empire reschedule the installer to come back the Next Saturday but like everything else that happened dealing with Empire. The installer didn't show. I called Empire. They said they would call me back that day. NO CALL BACK. So Sunday I called Empire again and they said they will call the installer and find out what is going. He said no one answered and Empire will have to call me back on Monday (today). Well at 2pm I called Empire to inform them the installer came out at 12 noon and installed the remain floor but there was no transition strips. And there is a corner piece of Laminate in the middle of the floor that is coming up.

    They said they will call me back again and get the strips out to finish the installation. I'M NOT HOLDING MY BREATH THAT THEY WILL GET BACK TO ME TODAY. I will go to Lowe's and pick up my own transition strips and install them myself. Empire dropped the ball on this installation and I will Never Use Them Again. (FYI I have 1200 square feet of Kitchen and Bedroom flooring to still do.)

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    Hi Tim, we've read your review, and we regret the delays in completing your installation. We understand that this has been frustrating for you, but we can assure you that we are taking your concerns very seriously and want to make things right for you. We will be contacting you soon to discuss the situation, and you can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 29, 2016

    Had our master bedroom and living room carpet installed by Empire Today. Their installation team was wonderful. They worked pretty quickly and cleaned up after themselves.

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    Reviewed Feb. 29, 2016

    We contracted with Empire for laminate flooring. I have never been so disappointed with a company. The initial install date was on a Thursday. Because of the moisture in our foundation the install could not be done. After further negotiation we were rescheduled for Monday of the next week. We had to walk on bare concrete for 4 days. Today the installers came and they don't have the proper trim to go from one room to the other. We're told we will have to purchase this and install it ourselves. Really???

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    Hi Larry, we never want our customers to be disappointed in the work that is done in their homes, and we can assure you that this is not the level of service we expect for our customers. We would like to make things right for you, and we will be contacting you shortly to discuss the situation. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 29, 2016

    I have linoleum flooring installed in the kitchen by Empire Today. I liked their product and I could get it financed, so I went with them. The flooring was good and has met my expectations.

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    Reviewed Feb. 29, 2016

    First I saw Empire's commercial of 50% off while I was watching the news. Then they said they would give me a free quote so they came out here. I told the rep the quote was too high. He negotiated with me and I figured it was more convenient to have them put it in versus my husband. Their team worked fast and the carpet they installed in our bedroom looks great. They got here when they said they were going to get here, and everything was excellent.

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    Reviewed Feb. 29, 2016

    I bought a carpet from Empire Today and had it installed at home since they met my budget. Everything was fine.

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    Reviewed Feb. 29, 2016

    Empire Today recently installed pre-made hardwood floor, and it was done professionally. We have had the floor done by them too three years before.

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    Reviewed Feb. 28, 2016

    We recently purchased carpet from Empire Today. My parents had used them before and loved it so we tried them too. It was simple, easy and quick. The stain resistance is great because we have kids and the quality is good. So far, it's been great! I would recommend them.

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    Reviewed Feb. 28, 2016

    A month ago I purchased the rug and tiles for my home from Empire. The sales rep and the installers were good and friendly and I was happy with their service.

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    Reviewed Feb. 28, 2016

    We had vinyl flooring and carpeting installed in my son's home by Empire Today. I had only considered buying the rough material and doing it ourselves, but having the installation done for us was nice. We had the vinyl put down and we had contemplated what we were going to do with the rest. We then thought we would leave the hardwood floors.

    There was a coupon for the $100 gift card, and the installer of the flooring said, "Oh by all means, if you change your mind, they'll apply that". So I made sure that the carpeting was right at $2,000 to qualify, but then they told me that I could not get the $100 gift card because it was at the same address. It was a separate order. To spend over $4,000 and to be declined $100 gift card, I thought that was kind of sleazy. When I contacted the lady about it, I was adamant that we see the ads, but I told her, "That cost you business because I shared that with my friends". I'm not dissatisfied, but I won't recommend them because of that.

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    Reviewed Feb. 28, 2016

    Empire Today has the best price for what we wanted and I could do financing through them. They were very professional while they were here in our home. I've recommended them to several people.

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    Reviewed Feb. 28, 2016

    We purchased laminate flooring from Empire Today. We've also looked at Home Depot, and initially they were way cheaper. But, we've heard there may be lots of added cost afterwards, so we went with Empire. It's a great service all around.

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    Reviewed Feb. 28, 2016

    The sales representative from Empire Today was fantastic and very knowledgeable. I like the product and the price, and so I had them install some carpet in the bedroom and dining room.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2016

    I had Empire Today do carpeting for our home. The gentleman that helped in the selection and measuring was great. He knew what he was talking about and helped us a lot. He also came when I called for some needed window treatments. Now I'm just waiting for them to be installed. The whole thing was easy and terrific. My husband was here and he enjoyed it too. The carpeting work is beautiful and I certainly would recommend them highly.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2016

    Fast, great service and product.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2016

    Someone recommended Empire Today to me. I had them put some vinyl tile down in the bathroom and carpeting in the bedroom. The products were good. The installers were very polite and did a good job. I was happy with everything.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2016

    We have recently installed carpet through Empire Today. I called them first and they gave me a pretty good deal. I particularly like their stain resistance. So far, they've met my expectations.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2016

    We had a great experience with Empire, especially the installers. They were very professional and very experienced. Did a great job. I hope we get them again when we call Empire back to complete our project.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2016

    Empire installed the carpet in the living room, dining room, and hallway of my home. The installers did their job and were very good.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2016

    Empire installed carpet and tiles in my home. The products were on sale. It was a good experience as a whole.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2016

    A couple of months ago, Empire installed some tile flooring for my home. They've done the flooring for me before and I'm a return customer. Needless to say, they did a very good job.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2016

    I made an appointment with Empire Carpet. Not only was Jaime on time, but she was very thorough in her knowledge of the company she worked for, Empire Carpet. Jaime went out of her way to get us exactly what we were looking for, and the best possible price for both the carpet and installation. We were extremely satisfied with what we ordered, and we're in no way rushed or forced to make any decisions immediately. Empire Carpet is very lucky to have such a wonderful and knowledgeable woman like Jaime working for them. We cannot wait to get our new carpeting installed. Thank you Jaime for all your help.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    A family member used Empire in the past and recommended it to me. I then had them install floors in my home. It was a very pleasant experience and I would recommend them as well.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    We were completely pleased with the entire process from selecting the product to measuring and pricing and finally installation. The replacement of furniture and clean up were also done well. We have also used Empire services at our home in West Chester, PA with similar satisfaction. We would not hesitate to recommend Empire to any of our friends.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    We purchased laminate flooring for the majority of our house and the luxury vinyl from Empire Today. I think it is overpriced but because they were able to do the job fast and do my whole house and move my furniture, I went with them. It was a big thing because we live in the house.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    I had an excellent sales person come and do an in-home quote and estimate. I was really excited and felt I was making a wise choice since Empire has the price match guarantee. I signed a contract (knowing that they were competitive with their quotes - price match) and was happy to be getting our floors done. I did get another quote which was $100 more, so I was really pleased I chose Empire. The day of our installation I heard nothing from them and called to make sure that someone was coming. The installers arrived at 11:30 am which I thought was kind of late for a big job, but still glad everything was still going to take place.

    Then we found out that I was misquoted (have it in black and white). Empire tried to explain the difference stating that I was aware. I took my contract out and NOTHING was itemized. All of the work I wanted done was listed along with the total quote. I told them I was going to go with the other contractor I got the other quote from. They wanted $1100 more from us and when I told them no they put me on hold while they scrambled for a solution. This was very awkward for us and the installers who drove up from Illinois. I was told that Empire uses their own "guys". The name on their van had a different flooring company name.

    Finally after being on hold for a long time, they agreed to charge us only $525 more instead of the full $1100. Since we had already taken time off of work, emptied the rooms to be redone, we went along with it. Now we sit here a day later $5100 later with no workers returning to do the work. What a waste of time. I was hoping to get this done by a specific date. I'm on hold with Empire right now. Something that I have grown accustomed to. Now a day later, they found out the crew they sent yesterday opted out of the job. Nobody called us with an update or ETA. They are sending a new crew. Thank goodness, but this could have been handled much differently. Very unprofessional.

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    Hi Theresa, we regret the delays in your installation, and we understand that we've been in contact with you about this situation. We will be following up again shortly to confirm that everything is getting completed to your satisfaction. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    One guy arrived to install carpet. We had two bedrooms, hallway and stairs. That guy was so fast. He finished quickly, but the work was excellent. Would use Empire again. Probably will in the new home as we are moving.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    We used Empire previously. Because of our past satisfaction, we had them install carpet in our home. Their guys did a nice clean-up. They were pleasant, polite and considerate towards us. But the job itself was lousy. After they had gone, we stepped on a nail in the master bedroom that hadn’t been picked up off the pad. When I moved the bed out to plug some electrical appliances into the outlet, I found that the carpet was mis-cut and it was never taken care of or mentioned to us. Also, I don’t think they really stretched it the way that I’d seen it stretched in the past. This is not living up to my expectations based on my prior experience with Empire.

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    Hi Donald, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We would like to know more about the issues that you described with your installation, but we cannot locate your account with the information posted here. Please send your contact information to customersupport@empiretoday.com so that we can follow up with you and help make things right. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    I was very pleased with both the salesman and the installers. They were very helpful, completely cleaned up afterwards, vacuumed, hauled away the garbage and replaced all the furniture. I would definitely recommend Empire to my friends and would use them myself in the future.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    We are enjoying our carpet - it looks beautiful in our hallway.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    I had Empire install laminate flooring for the two rooms in our home. The new flooring is easy to clean and it has met our expectations.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    Empire Today's cost and quality were great compared to other brands so we decided to have them put up tile and flooring with laminate for our home. All of their installers were very professional and cleaned up after themselves.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    Floor looks amazing. Great workmanship. Very pleased. Will definitely use them again.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    The installers were great! We have noticed the seam in the middle of the room is very noticeable! Sorry about! Everything else looks great!

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    I love my carpet. Have been an Empire customer for years. The staff is excellent, and the installers are true professionals and perfectionist. Highly recommended and tell all of my friends to use the Empire carpet services. Will be a customer for years to come.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    Everything went really well. Thank you!

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    They were on time. The rug quality was as promised and the price was right. Nuff said.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    My experience with Empire's installers was great! The installers were on time and explained the processes of laying down the laminate flooring and also the carpeting. The installers moved all furniture and replaced the furniture in its exact spot. Installers were polite and asked if I had any questions.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    Installation on time. Anyone very professionally done.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    Salesman that initially came to home was very friendly & extremely helpful. 2 men that came to install right on time. Very nice men & very professional. We have zero complaints. Very satisfied with everything.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2016

    Everything from talking, to the representative, to sales person, to installer went well. Everyone was informative. The only complaint I have was the carpet was laid on my driveway which I had just spray before the installer came to remove oil spills. My house was empty and they could of ask to lay it out in my living room. I thought there would be more extra carpet than there was because of the shapes of my room so I was very happy.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    Kitchen floor tiles and 10 stairs carpet and front door entrance tiles were installed. Job were perfect and clean.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    I love this company. They work with you. The installer came before schedule and took an hour to complete the job. I will continue to be in touch with this company.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    Exactly what we were looking for. Sales rep was professional & installation team was professional. We will definitely contact in the future should we need additional floor covering and highly recommend Empire Today to our friends and family.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    Absolutely amazing installer! Vlad showed up on time, prepared and was the essence of professionalism. You can tell he really loves his job and hardwood floors.

    He was such a pleasure to work with and if I have any future projects, I am going to specifically request to have him do the work again. What can I say, he was very cautious with our furniture, concerned with details that I didn't even think of and just made the whole process enjoyable. So wonderful! The whole family is amazing. I would add pictures but I am computer illiterate. Otherwise you'd be blown away too.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    I was happy with the quick turnaround, the reasonable price, the salesman and overall had a very strong experience. Giving 4 stars instead of 5 because one of the installation guys kept crop-dusting (aka farting and then walking past me).

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    Very happy with my floors. The salesperson was very knowledgeable and pleasant. The workers did a great job.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    I got Empire Today because Home Depot and Lowe's could not accommodate me as fast as Empire could. I had a wall to wall carpet installed in our master bedroom and Empire met my expectations. The sales rep was great. Everything was easy, fast, and on time.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    I called Empire based on their customer marketing ads. They sent a independent contractor out 4 days later. He was very nice, did his job, sold a product and service he had no control over. A week later, got email confirming install date, even called the night before taking and emptying 3 rooms and the inconvenience it would cause. They said "Yes we'll be there between 8 and 6", so far so good. Then they call at 9:30 am to say "Sorry it will be another week". I would have been fine with that if I had not taken all the things out, no internet, TV, or a place for elders for another week.

    I called my sale guy, he just brushed it off, like "Oh, sorry that happen", and "understand if you need to cancel". I just wonder, are big companies like this, just so big they really don't care about their customers, "another will come along, cause our prices are cheaper". Sure I did see their ratings, but again have to wonder if the good ones are used, based upon a great marketing ability. I aid in elders and needed the timing of service more than the so-called savings. Thank you for your time, and no I am sad to say not a happy customer of Empire.

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    Hi Diane, we regret that your installation was not completed as scheduled, and we understand your frustration. We understand that you've cancelled your order, but please don't hesitate to contact us if you would like to discuss your experience further. You can reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    I've ordered in the past from Empire Today. Recently, they installed a carpet in the living room hallway of my house. One of the salient points of going with Empire was that, in the past, they've warranted their product and I found that reassuring. The representative who came to show me the carpet was able to work out the price to an agreeable term. I had a bunch of comments about how the installation will be done. Once all my questions were answered, the installers came out and I made a special trip to be in the house because I was working that day. I talked to the guy in charge before they got started about the seams, the thresholds, and the closets so we’re on the same page. He seemed to be very in tune with what I wanted.

    I had a threshold around the hearth around my stove and it was kind of elevated on wonderboard so it was well higher off the plywood on the floor. He acknowledged the fact that the way he built it up would not only strengthen but would support the hearth at its transitions. So he did little extra things. He advised me that he was going to have to pull some baseboard on the hallway because it would be at the wrong height after the install, which saved me some time and frustration of not knowing why it was not mentioned beforehand. The guy was not only professional in problem-solving but was also concerned about providing the customer service with a high-quality standard. He provided me exactly what I wanted.

    What I would really consider quality control was the professionalism from start to finish. From the representative who showed me the carpet, to the walk-through from the installers, to the checking on customer satisfaction by corporate within a week or two after the installation. The progressiveness of service and providing the quality to the customer was appreciated. They care enough about their clientele that they would pursue the comments and customer reaction.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    The final product is great. The only issue I had is that the installers did not seem to speak English and they did not offer to do a walk through before they left our home. Everything turned out great though and the price was very competitive.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    I had Empire Today install some carpet in my home. I went with them because of the specials that they had going on at that time. I particularly like what they did with my living room.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    When Empire came over the house, we liked the product so we went with them to do the carpet in our bedrooms. The best part of my experience with them was the installation team. They were very clean. They also finished it real quick and did a very good job.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    My daughter called Empire Today to come out and they installed carpet in my kitchen. It was a great job.

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    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2016

    The installers of Empire Today were very friendly, helpful, answered any of my questions, and got the work done. I was very pleased. I had them install laminate flooring and sheet vinyl in my kitchen room, hallway and bathroom. I would definitely have more work done by them if I can afford it.

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    Reviewed Feb. 24, 2016

    I had asked around different people and at the time, Empire Today seemed like a good and reliable company. So I went with them. They installed vinyl rugs in our home.

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    Reviewed Feb. 24, 2016

    I am very unhappy with the service I have received from Empire Today. On February 9, 2016 a sales rep came to my home to show and sell us on some flooring for $12,000. I explained to the sales rep that the price was ridiculous and we were in no way willing to pay that price for two rooms of laminate flooring. We eventually came to an agreed price, payment was made and set a date for installation. We were told the installation date would be February 13, 2016, and someone would call on at 8 a. m the morning of and arrive by 10:00 am. We waited several hours for someone to call and no one ever did. I contacted Empire and was told that the installing would not occur that day due to the fact that someone had dropped the ball and not completed all paperwork. I was then given a new date for installation of February 20, 2016. They arrived at 9:30 a.m.

    The work was started on February 20, but was not completed due to the fact that they did not have enough material. I was told they would return on Feb 23, but they called on Feb 23 to cancel and say they would come on February 24. I was then again contacted on Feb 24, 2016 to say they would yet again not be able to make it to finish the incomplete work. I am so unhappy with Empire Today and the customer service they have provided. I would never refer this company to anyone. I have a 10 month old baby but yet I have laminate slabs left in my foyer and old carpet that was removed that was suppose to hauled away still left in my home in the areas where my infant child plays. I have rearranged my schedule several times to be home for them to come, for them to only cancel or be a no show. This is not a very professional company at all. Never use Empire Today!!!

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    Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We regret the delays in completing your installation, and we understand your frustration. We want to make things right for you, and we will be following up with you to ensure that everything gets completed to your satisfaction. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 24, 2016

    Empire installed some carpeting in our home. The only thing that happened was there’s a delay because when we placed the order, they didn’t tell us that the first carpet that we chose was not available. On the computer they said it was available, so we set up everything and on that same day, they found out that it’s not. It’s supposed to be coming from LA and it didn’t come. But other than that, the people who installed the carpet and the material were really good.

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    Reviewed Feb. 24, 2016

    I had carpets installed in two bedrooms, a stairway, a hallway and a living room, and Empire was able to do it right away.

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    Reviewed Feb. 24, 2016

    Empire Today did our carpet and it was done fast. I was going to do one room but ended up doing two.

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    Reviewed Feb. 23, 2016

    The start of the process was OK, rep worked out deal and got everything scheduled. After that it was downhill. The only thing that kept me moving forward after was the crew that came into install the floor - they were great. That was the only part that was good.

    Wed night I ripped up my own carpet, strips, and base boards wed night till about 2am. They were suppose to arrive Thursday morning. Thursday, I never received a call, follow-up or time frame, so I called Empire Today. After a long conversation with the rep he informed there was a missed measurement and that the floor wouldn't be installed nor was it properly scheduled. I have 2 children under the age of 3 and a pregnant wife, with the whole first floor ripped up. So they finally scheduled for Friday. I've asked multiple times with email and phone calls to speak to a supervisor or regional manager.

    I have yet to receive a call, email or even a follow-up and this was installed in Dec 2015, and it is couple months later and still nothing. This was by far the worst experience I have received on services rendered. I'm going to notify my local news and allow them to do a story. Unluckily I have pictures and video of everything. With as big as a company as this is, I would steer clear and go with a independent contractor near your hometown.

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    Hi Zach, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We never want our customers to be disappointed in our service, and we regret the lack of follow up you've received. We will be contacting you shortly to discuss the situation and ensure that all of your concerns get addressed. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 23, 2016

    Extremely happy with my new floors.

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    Reviewed Feb. 23, 2016

    I had wood flooring installed by Empire Today in our home in Upper Darby Pennsylvania. I had them installed in our living room, dining room and second floor hallway. We also had them install tiles in our kitchen and bathroom. Their cost was much better compared to others but as per quality, they're all similar. I like the wood flooring because the design was a lot different than other floor sample I had seen. However, they weren’t really clear that it wasn’t going to be ceramic tiles that they'll put in our kitchen and bathroom. It still looks very nice and it’s a nice floor but it’s not that hard like ceramic tile. It’s like a fake bendable thing like linoleum.

    So far, they were on time on the day of installation and they finished when they said they would. Also, they said they could put the flooring in our bedroom, but when they came they said they couldn't do it. But the sales rep told me that it could have been done. So, that was disappointing. I wasn't able to use Empire for that one bedroom and ended up using a different vendor. Finally, I think it was a great price but they weren't as clear about their services as they could have been.

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    After a positive interaction with Empire Today, Diane increased their star rating on March 1, 2016.

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    After several emails to the salesperson, the problem was brought to the attention of a manager. She called me immediately and issued the refund right away. Except for this problem we have been very satisfied with Empire Today. We love the new floor coverings and are pleased with the installation. We would recommend them to others needing floor covering.

    Original Review: Feb. 23, 2016

    We recently had our entire home floor covering done by Empire. We were happy with our carpet choices and the quality of the LVT installed. The salesperson was patient and not at all pushy. The installers worked hard to complete two very full days. The problem started when the installers for the luxury vinyl tiles told us that we did not need the underlay for our floors and we should be getting a refund for it.

    I have called customer service and was told to contact the salesperson. I have done that several times and only get a promise to let me know why it's being delayed. No action on anyone's part. It's not a small refund. They owe us $957.50 for material not used and I cannot get it back. When they come to install the product, they insist on full payment before they will even bring the floor covering into your home. When they have your money for product not used it's an entirely different scenario. I cannot recommend Empire Today after this experience. If I had gone with a local company this could have been adjusted right at the time of installation and I would not have had to pay for something not used.

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    Hi Diane, we regret any delay in receiving your refund. The refund has been processed, and we will be following up with you shortly to confirm that you received it and answer any other questions you may have. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 23, 2016

    Empire Today came very quickly and I didn't have to wait for them to come. The salesperson was courteous, very helpful and willing to go out of his way to show me the samples. They did the carpeting for my kitchen, living room, and hall. This is my 4th time dealing with Empire and they're very reliable and good workers.

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    Reviewed Feb. 23, 2016

    I was very satisfied with Empire Today's easy and convenient service. They installed carpet, wood and tile in the entire house and in comparison to other brands, Empire Today has better cost and quality. I also like their sales rep, Carrie. She was nice and amazing.

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    Reviewed Feb. 23, 2016

    Empire installed carpet and hardwood in our home early February. Carpet experience wonderful - hardwood experience horrible. We,are still trying to get shoe molding fixed. 1 had to take 2 days off of work to wait on them to come back to repair molding... they never showed up. Today an inexperienced installer came with equipment that didn't work, not enough materials to finish the job and he did a horrible job on the molding. Left dirty handprints on my walls. Going to have to deal with them tomorrow to hopefully get my floor fixed or I will be disputing my credit card bill.

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    Hi Gena, we never want our customers to be disappointed in the work that is done in their homes. We regret that your concerns have not yet been addressed, and we will be following up with you shortly to help make things right. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 22, 2016

    Our carpets in the living room downstairs and the top of the hallway were done by Empire Today. The color and the durability is what I went for. They were great and I love it.

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    Reviewed Feb. 22, 2016

    I have used Empire Today before and their installers were amazing. So I used them again and the new flooring they installed upstairs has exceeded my expectations. I like the carpet's durability and color. And I like the installers, too. They did a fantastic job and so I would recommend Empire Today to a friend.

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    Reviewed Feb. 22, 2016

    I had my kitchen and bath installed with vinyl flooring from Empire. They're good vinyl and it's beautiful. The guys were nice and I don't have any complaints.

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    Reviewed Feb. 21, 2016

    At first, I had a guy from another company come out but he never got back with me so I stayed with Empire Today. Their reps were very professional. They installed hardwood floors in our bedroom and the design was good.

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    Reviewed Feb. 21, 2016

    We purchased a Berber carpet from Empire Today a month ago and the experience was great. Carpet is durable. Their installers worked really hard and were quick and efficient. However, maybe next time they could put something down to catch the dust when installing as dust was everywhere.

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    Reviewed Feb. 21, 2016

    Having Empire Today install a carpet in our basement was an excellent experience. It was a necessity and I didn't have time to do extensive research on flooring brands, so I used them because they have been around for a while and I've heard of them before. The sales guy was nice. He followed up and was thorough with everything I needed. He made sure that the installers did their job and everything got installed in a timely manner.

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    Reviewed Feb. 20, 2016

    My overall experience with Empire Today was fantastic. I'm a returning customer and I had them install engineered wood flooring pretty much throughout my home. I was expecting great experience with them, and the flooring they installed met my expectations. My wife was happy with Empire Today and I'd recommend them.

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    Reviewed Feb. 20, 2016

    First let me say that this has been the worst experience in customer service. It has been over a year and I still do not have my flooring done! I contracted Empire Today to install carpet in 3 rooms and my stairs. The carpet is fine and have no issues with. I also contracted them to install laminate in my laundry room, kitchen, powder room, and hall bath in all the same color. This is where the nightmare began. First the installers placed the laminate over the top of my ceramic flooring in the hall bath. This should not have happened. Then the installers covered the kitchen floor with some type of sealing product that caused a dull finish. We had someone come out and inspect the floors. The hall bath and kitchen floors had to be redone.

    When the second installers came out they used a different type of padding in the kitchen than was used in the powder room and laundry room. These rooms are all together so when you stepped down from one room to the other you can tell the difference. At this point we were told the kitchen floor would have to be redone again. There were five different times that someone was suppose to come out and either they didn't come out or they showed up without the right product. It became so long that the original flooring was no longer available and our sales rep had to come out so we could choose new flooring.

    One would think that after all this someone would make sure not to screw up our order. Not so. When the installers showed up to install the new floors they were told it was only a repay job and that we had the product. The installer had to go back to the warehouse and pick up the many boxes of our flooring. Because he lost most of the day doing this he wasn't able to complete the job. My husband has had to take multiple days off from work for this. The installers were suppose to come back last Saturday and never showed up or called. They finally showed up today and I can't believe I even have to type this but they had the wrong product. This company is the biggest joke and I would never purchase anything from them again even if it were free. I am to the point where I am going to hire someone out of my own pocket to finish the job.

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    Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention, Tammy. We never want our customers to be disappointed in the work that is done in their homes, and we will be contacting you shortly to learn more about what happened and help make things right. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 20, 2016

    A friend recommended Empire Today to me and I was real pleased. The salesman was easy to talk to and guided me into what kind of color would work for me. The quote turned out to be exactly what they charged me. The installation crew was better than I expected and the timing was right on. When I didn't get my bill right away, I mentioned it to them when they called and checked me up afterwards asking how everything went. They made a call for me to make sure that it was coming. I was more pleased than I thought I would be. They were very professional and prompt. It was an easy thing to do.

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    Reviewed Feb. 20, 2016

    We had new laminate floors but we didn’t like it so we had it all taken out and put in a new carpet. We bought the carpet from Empire Today because we knew they had a good product. They installed our carpet in the living room and dining room in our home. Our new flooring is very easy to clean. We got different mats around it, and it is looking good so far. The guys that came by were really courteous and they did their job pretty fast. They knew what they were doing, and if I had to do it again, I would call them again.

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    Reviewed Feb. 19, 2016

    With Empire we were able to get our carpets within a couple of days unlike other brands. We had purchased two bedrooms carpets. They were able to meet our expectations in one of the rooms but, on the other, we're having a problem. Nevertheless, Empire is taking care of the situation. Also, their installers were clean and professional. They've been very good.

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    Reviewed Feb. 19, 2016

    My father told me about Empire Today so I had them install a carpet in our home last year. I love our carpet's color and durability, and it is also easy to clean. Everything about my experience with them was good.

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    Reviewed Feb. 19, 2016

    Empire Today installed carpet and hardwood flooring in our living room and the hall in the back. It was a wonderful experience, that's why I'll recommend Empire Today to my daughter-in-law for her to have carpets put in her house.

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    Reviewed Feb. 18, 2016

    Empire Today installed carpeting in our living room. The experience was wonderful and I'm happy with the carpet. They were very professional, and their salesman was informative and a very good gentleman. Their cost was also less compared to other brands and the quality was the same.

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    Reviewed Feb. 18, 2016

    Empire's installation of wood flooring at my home met my expectations. Also, their sales reps were friendly and answered all my questions.

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    Reviewed Feb. 18, 2016

    Empire Today is an established company, so I went with them. I had a carpet put in my living room and the hallway, and I like the coloring because it was similar to the color I had before and then it matched my furniture in my living room. I'm satisfied with the product and our new flooring met my expectations. The overall experience was good. The salesman was good, and the gentlemen who installed it were efficient and on time.

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    Reviewed Feb. 18, 2016

    I had flooring put in the kitchen and in my daughter’s room. I went with a product sold by Empire because of the gauge of the flooring. I’m unhappy with the ledge. They fixed it and it’s still not good. My daughter has a wheelchair, and it’s very hard to get over the lip that goes in from the hallway into her room. I have to call them to come back and make it lower. Also, what I got was a laminate type of flooring but they do have now the linoleum type that looks like wood. I didn't know they had it and I wish I have gotten that.

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    Reviewed Feb. 17, 2016

    Empire Today installed a carpet for my bedroom. It has met my expectations and I like it because it's durable. I purchased from Empire Today before and they're reliable, that's why I did it with them again.

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    Reviewed Feb. 17, 2016

    I called in June 2015 to schedule. My appointment was cancelled twice before someone finally came out. When installers came they were rude, unprofessional and acted as if they had somewhere better to be. Less than 1 year later my padding is flat and it feels like I'm walking on my subfloor. Inspector came out told me everything needs to be replaced and now no one will call back. It's been a week since the inspector came out and I'm having to chase down his supervisor.

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    Hi Nicole, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We understand that we've been in contact with you and scheduled the necessary repairs. We will continue to follow up with you to confirm that everything gets completed to your satisfaction, and you can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com if you have any additional questions or concerns. Thank you. Bill Allivato, National Customer Service Manager

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    Reviewed Feb. 17, 2016

    I had carpets put in at home by Empire. The sales rep was very good. He was knowledgeable and friendly. Empire was able to meet my expectations.

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    Reviewed Feb. 17, 2016

    We had Empire Today years ago for something else and we were happy with it so we called them again to install our carpet in the stairs and hallway. The experience was absolutely amazing. They're very good, and I love their customer service. They come to your house, and it is so much easier to shop at home. We got to do our finance and it's interest-free for a couple of months. They come right away and install when they say they are going to do it, and it is great service overall. I like the padding of our new carpet. It is very soft and deep-touching.

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    Reviewed Feb. 16, 2016

    I love my floors that I got from Empire Today. I'm very happy with my floor and this is walnut which is very good. The only thing that I had a problem with is getting a referral back, but my overall experience with them is very good. The installers were also fantastic. I have one more room to do, so I would definitely call them before I call anybody else.

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    Reviewed Feb. 16, 2016

    I have been waiting 3 days for my carpet to be laid. I have taken off 3 days of work and no one has showed up to install my carpet yet. I would not recommend this company. They are very unprofessional and untrustworthy.

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    Hi Kathy, we regret that you were inconvenienced by your missed appointment, as we never want our customers to be disappointed in our service. We understand that we have been in contact with you and rescheduled, and we will continue to follow up with you until everything is completed to your satisfaction. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 16, 2016

    Had LVT installed in kitchen to replace old floor. It turned out great. Looks amazing!

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    Reviewed Feb. 16, 2016

    I got 4 quotes for carpet in our family room. The room is on a slab so I wanted a good carpet and pad. I was surprised that Empire gave us the best price and could be installed the next day. I made the appointment online. They confirmed someone would be out on the day I wanted & time. The rep came on a Thurs and the carpet was installed the next day. We love the carpet. Installers were good too. They have been in the busy for a long time.

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    Reviewed Feb. 16, 2016

    I had a room carpeted and put down with Empire Today. It’s about the same with other brands, maybe Empire was slightly better. They were very helpful in choosing the carpet. The lady that came out and brought me samples was very good. I like the color of the flooring. It was a very nice experience.

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    Reviewed Feb. 16, 2016

    Empire Today is excellent and the best. We use them all the time and recently for carpeting at the Carlyle in Lakewood and they do a great job.

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    Reviewed Feb. 15, 2016

    Empire Today came to the house and brought their samples and we then had them work on our stairway. They have good selections and flooring quality. Their installers took care of everything, cleaned up well and now the new stairway has exceeded what I expected.

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    Reviewed Feb. 15, 2016

    The entire process was a great experience, from making the appointment online to the actual meeting with the sales consultant, Mr. David **, very polite and respectful, not pushy and provided a good selection of the products. The installation went smoothly and all the installers were professional and completed the job within the estimated time. I am pleased with the new flooring in my house.

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    Reviewed Feb. 15, 2016

    Our flooring and carpeting were installed by Empire Today. Their price is the deciding factor for us to buy from them. Our new flooring is fine. The guys came in and installed everything to my liking, they were professional and clean, and I haven't had any problems. I would recommend it to anyone.

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    Reviewed Feb. 15, 2016

    The installers were fast and courteous. They also damaged my walls. Will have to hire a professional to fix my walls.

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    Hi Stacey, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We'd like to know more about the issues that occurred with your installation, and we will be following up with you shortly to discuss the situation. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 15, 2016

    We had carpets put in on the second floor a month ago. It was the deal Empire Today was offering and how the salesman worked with us that made us choose them. The price and quality were very competitive. My wife and kids enjoy having a fresh, nice carpet. It's awesome and very comfortable. Great experience overall and I would recommend Empire Today to friends and family.

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    Reviewed Feb. 14, 2016

    My wife said she wanted the carpet from Empire Today so we got it and had them install it in the bedrooms of our home. We chose them for their price and so far, it's been good.

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    Reviewed Feb. 14, 2016

    I have looked into considering other brands, but Empire Today has a better product at the same price, if not a little bit cheaper so I got 750 square feet of plush carpeting installed by them. I had done two bedrooms before which I bought through Home Depot but I had problems with them. They send out contractors that were really bad and slow. It was just two bedrooms and they were here all day. And when Empire Today came and did this large area, they had to help me move furniture and pull all the stuff out. They came in a crew of four Spanish guys where only one speaks English but were really nice and didn't mind moving something, and they worked so fast that they completed the whole thing in three hours.

    The carpet vacuums up really nice and it's a very light beige which is a pretty color. I was a little worried when they first brought it because it didn't look like the sample, but once they got it in here, I realized that it was the right color. Overall, the experience was really good and very satisfactory. The saleslady had to come out twice and I didn't qualify for the loan and then she came out again and worked with me, and my daughter ended up doing the financing with her credit. And hopefully, I'll get this paid off, and I'm planning on getting some other stuff done. I would recommend it to my friends and to anybody that needs carpet.

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    Reviewed Feb. 14, 2016

    Sales rep was very courteous and professional. The installer called en route to my house and were courteous and well versed in their profession as installers. All in all was a very pleasant experience and would highly recommend your company. Thanks for having that professional integrity.

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    Reviewed Feb. 14, 2016

    We had Empire Today put down the laminate floor in our 10x25 living room. Their reps were helpful (you name it, they'd do it for you) and their installer was wonderful. He was a Russian guy who came on time and did the flooring in three hours.

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    Reviewed Feb. 13, 2016

    Sales rep was great and knowledgeable as were installers. All and all a good job.

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    Reviewed Feb. 13, 2016

    I wanted Empire Today's product and the price was right so I had them do my kitchen floor. I love it. They did a good job and I would recommend them.

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    Reviewed Feb. 13, 2016

    There were two men working. They were very nice, they were here for two. They did a excellent job of both the wood floors and the carpeting. Were very respective of my items. I would have no problems recommending Empire.

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    Reviewed Feb. 13, 2016

    Job well done.

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    Reviewed Feb. 13, 2016

    Empire Today installed carpet in my staircase. The variety and quality of the products as well as the speed of installation led me to them. The cost was a little bit more compared to other brands but it was worth it to me to have the one that I wanted. I also like the ease of taking care of the carpet. The lady who came for the consultation was good at judging space and colors. She gave me a lot of input and I appreciated that a lot. It was the easiest experience I've had with flooring installation.

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    Reviewed Feb. 13, 2016

    I liked how the people came to the house and showed me their product. They did a good job. I had Empire Today do my bathroom and kitchen floor, and the carpet on the stairs. They also installed blinds. The two guys who put the carpet upstairs did a fantastic job. They were fast so I have no complaints. I recommend Empire Today.

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    Reviewed Feb. 13, 2016

    Empire Today did a great job for us in putting down our carpet. They came out and gave us a estimate. We had time to think about their offer with no one rushing us. We talked again and was made a even better offer which we agreed on... One man came out two days later and put our carpet down and did a wonderful job with it. It has been about 5 weeks and we are very pleased with it. We would recommend them to anyone.

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    Reviewed Feb. 12, 2016

    We had Bruce wood flooring installed in our primary residence by Empire. We considered other brands but because of pricing and thorough evaluation and quotation, we chose Empire. The rep who sold us the job was superior and knowledgeable. He was concerned about our happiness. The workers who came and did the job were also thorough. They put up polyurethane sheeting to try and contain the dust as best as they could and that was nice and impressive. It helped contain some of the dust but couldn't contain it all because of the hot air heating system.

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    Reviewed Feb. 12, 2016

    My experience with Empire Today was very good. They were a lot cheaper compared to other brands and they could do the job by Christmas so I went with them. They installed carpets in our home's living room, stairways, and family room. Our new flooring has absolutely met my expectations, and I like how soft it is.

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    Reviewed Feb. 12, 2016

    I had a carpet installed by Empire Today in the bedrooms and a bonus room. It was fluffy, with nice colors, and absolutely met my expectation. Empire Today's service was exceptional and they were better than anyone else value-wise. They had awesome customer service, were timely, and gave a lot of value for what I spent. It was a great experience I had with them -- easy and quick.

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    Reviewed Feb. 12, 2016

    I recently had Empire install laminate vinyl flooring in my living room/dining room area, and new carpet placed in a bedroom and on a staircase. 2 separate crews came on 2 consecutive days and did a very nice job. The vinyl floor came out very nicely and they did a very good job with the floor molding. The carpet installation also went smoothly and the stairs look great. I couldn't be more satisfied with the work and the price.

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    Reviewed Feb. 12, 2016

    This was a wonderful experience. The workers were professionals and had all the materials they needed. The job was finished in 2 days as promised. The clean-up was thorough. The price was fair. I had another bid that was $500 cheaper but would take 7-10 days to complete. I would recommend Empire to anyone.

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    Reviewed Feb. 12, 2016

    The salesperson was very polite and explained everything thoroughly. Installation was excellent and the installers did a perfect job.

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    After a positive interaction with Empire Today, Kathy increased their star rating on March 2, 2016.

    Updated review: March 2, 2016

    Empire's customer service dept called me, actually several times leaving messages, to resolve the issue I had with no one coming out to fix the problem in my laundry room. I had someone I knew come over & fix it because I had to get my dryer back in place (didn't want to keep going to the laundromat).

    When I finally talked to someone, she was very sorry the installers did not come out to fix the problem. She asked me how much I spent on my guy, which was only $25, and she offered to pay us back $50 for our hassle. I appreciated her persistence in contacting me and her offering me double what we spent. I am happy with Empire & will use them again. Issue resolved!

    Original Review: Feb. 12, 2016

    I had my laundry room floor installed with vinyl tile, they put 1/4 round to finish it off. I was unable to inspect closely (I didn't think I needed to that closely), but after the flooring dried & I was able to walk on the floor, I noticed they had covered up part of my dryer vent on the floor with the 1/4 round. I called Empire to have them come & fix it so I could get my dryer back in place, but I didn't hear from anyone for 5 days. In the meantime, I had someone I know take care of it (& paid him) since I needed to start using my laundry room. So I guess the moral of that story is to hope you don't find any mistakes because they won't be right out to take care of it.

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    Hi Kathy, we regret the lack of follow up you received. We never want our customers to be disappointed in our service, and we understand your frustration. We would like to know more about your experience, and we will be following up with you shortly to discuss. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 12, 2016

    This was the first time I used Empire and I couldn't be happier with the results! Will use them again for sure.

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    Reviewed Feb. 12, 2016

    The installers did a wonderful job. Cleaning after themselves. I rate them a 10 out of 10.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    Fantastic service from beginning to end. Sales and scheduling person was thorough and very helpful in making decisions. Installers were prompt, polite and most important did a top-notch job, moved a lot of furniture and replaced it when done. We are extremely pleased.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    Great service from the internet, to the sales department, to the installers. Very professional, not pushy. Would recommend to anyone.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    Empire Today installed carpet in the master bedroom and two staircases of our home. I like the actual design of the carpet and I had a good experience with Empire.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    Very pleased, good work, nice installers, well-versed salesman, would use again when needed.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    This response is for tile work that was to be done by Empire carpet / flooring company. To be fair, I had carpet and tile work done - the carpet work was great. The tile work was awful and they made no effort to help or resolve the problem. I think they thought if they ignored me I just might go away? The work was initially done on January 8th. After inspecting the work, I promptly sent an email to my contact salesperson Muir, outlining the problems and the fact that my personal property was damaged and the work was not completed as it should have been. Amongst other things, the workers decided to empty my trash can and mix tile grout in it, which ruined it, and use my tub as a mixing bowl for grout, leaving it caked and dried in the tub when I came home. I also attached pictures of the problem areas. Two days goes by, no reply, so I forward that email again.

    At this point he has me placed in touch with a manager, Melissa **, to try to help on 1.19.2016. She schedules that they should be coming out on 1.26 to fix this. On 1.26 they never show up. As per my email I sent her, they were supposed to call before arriving but never did that so they arrived unannounced at the property, and no one was there (obviously since I was working and asked that they call ahead) and left. Empire did not call me, I was just left to figure this out and sort it out myself. Actually, what happened was that I called them. They said they had "no idea" why the sales person didn't arrive and would make sure I got a call back within 15 minutes. Shockingly, 2 hours goes by with no call and I have to call in again to find out what happened. At this point, I email my sales person to express my disappointment and no response. Clearly, now that the sale was made he could care less.

    We did schedule again and they come out on 29th. Attached please a picture that I sent. First of all, they only fixed half of the job. They fixed the bathroom and not the entryway. I asked that they call before finishing so I could come back from work to inspect it and that never happened. Secondly, they left the flooring with the nail side facing out in my young daughters room. Thankfully she did not run around the corner but why they: (a) did not dispose of the old flooring; and (b) decided to leave the flooring on the corner of my daughter's bedroom? I don't know.

    I contacted manager Melissa again about this and asked her on 2.2 when the job would be finished. Five days goes by and no response. As of 2.7 I had still not received a response or acknowledgment. At this point I asked for a refund. On February 8th, she offered for the to come back (again) and fix the job. It's really nice now that they have my money that they think they can just come fix their work whenever it's convenient for them. Sure. Take your time. It's not like I am paying interest on my credit card or anything.

    After not responding for a week to my request or any status updates and the difficulty I have had with Empire and lack of customer service, I do not want them coming to my home again to fix the work. They either don't show, don't call ahead, break my property (as evidenced by the email that I sent Melissa when they were at my house on the 29th they broke a picture frame in the bathroom and then just re-hung it like we might not notice). They are unprofessional and I expect a full refund for the work (which I now have to have another company come and fix) and my time correcting this.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    Thank you for a great job on the installation of my new carpet! God bless.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    I am extremely pleased with the carpet and the installation and the whole process. The only thing I would add is that my job was absolutely a job for 4 installers, and only 2 were sent. The installers were at my house from 9 am to 10 pm and were unable to clean up the way they wanted to because it was so late. They did an amazing job, and didn't even take a single break during the day. I have only high praise for them. I just wish they had some assistance.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    Everything was installed professionally to our liking.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    The quality of rug we received was exactly as expected. The variety of rug offered during the sale was good. They installed on the day I wanted it to be done and did an excellent job. They also took away the old rug, however, that is a paid service. I would order rug or other flooring from them in the future.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    Great service, very professional, friendly, definitely would use again. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    Sales consultant came to my home, was very helpful and I ordered right then and there. Installers were very professional and quick. In and out and looks fantastic.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    We used Empire on my house in Ca. a few yrs back and were very pleased with the carpet and window coverings, so we didn't hesitate to use them when we relocated to Nv. They did a great job on my laminate and carpet. We recommend them and will use Empire again. Great value and service.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    I emptied my entire house so Empire could install carpet (5/15). After installation I had issues. Seams didn't match up and after the first week it looked worn. I paid good money for this carpet and these issues are not yet resolved. They came out, told me they would get back to me. I have not heard from them nor will they return my calls. I will never use Empire Today again and I would not recommend their service.

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    Hi Eleanor, we've read your review, and we regret the lack of follow up you've received. We can assure you that this is not the level of service we expect for our customers. We'd like to know more about your concerns, and we will be contacting your shortly to discuss the situation. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    So far, I'm satisfied with the end result. Floors look nice. But this almost didn't happen because of the sales rep they sent. She was rude and appeared impatient. She never seemed comfortable to be in my house and didn't seem to appreciate me as a customer, even though I paid cash. I almost backed out this deal if it were not for the fact that I really wanted the floors anyway. As a matter of fact, she served no purpose other than showing pictures of the laminate, which I could've looked at online. She left a bad taste in my mouth. The laborers however, did an efficient job. They seemed to know what they were doing and were polite. All in all, I think that lady either needs more training or is in the WRONG field.

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    Hi Dante, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We're glad you're enjoying the finished product, but we always want our customers to be satisfied with their entire experience. We regret that your did not enjoy your sales experience, and we will be contacting you shortly to discuss the situation. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    It was a great experience I had with Empire Today when I had them install a carpet in my living room and bedroom. I like the color and comfortability of the carpet. I don't know what it look like next year but right now I'm very pleased with it. I lived on the basement floor and the flooring there was concrete, I wasn't able to get the hardwood that I wanted. They could have done it but they had to go through another procedure. So I went on and got the carpet because they said the carpet that I had was a Builders carpet. In addition, the persons who did work were very professional, did a marvelous job, and explained and asked questions as they went ahead doing their job. They didn't lose a lot of time and did the job in a timely manner because they were finished with nothing left to clean.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    I had a very poor experience with one of your in-home estimators. I have already called to express my concerns. I want to reschedule another visit, but want to be assured that I have a different representative. If I can receive a call A.S.A.P., it would be greatly appreciated.

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    Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We regret that you did not have a positive experience at your first appointment with us, and we can assure you that this is not the level of service we expect for our customers. We understand that we've been in contact with you and scheduled a new appointment. Please don't hesitate to contact us with any additional questions or concerns at customersupport@empiretoday.com.

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    Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016

    I have been using Empire Today for many years and I have always been happy. This time, I had them install carpeting in the basement of my home and this new flooring is perfect. I like its quality. Every time I have dealt with Empire, everything has been outstanding. They're very professional and equipped for what I need.

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    After a positive interaction with Empire Today, CARMEN increased their star rating on Feb. 19, 2016.

    Updated review: Feb. 19, 2016

    We are very happy to write that the company has agreed to replace our carpet at no additional cost to us. However, we are just waiting for information on the carpet selected, whether it is of similar value to our original purchase and what is the warranty on it because we could not find that information on the website.

    Original Review: Feb. 10, 2016

    My husband and I purchased carpeting from Empire Today on November 5, 2013. We have no complaints on delivery and installation. However after I vacuumed on November 8, 2013 I noticed an unusual line on the carpet. I contacted Empire Today and got a work order number. I submitted photos of the line on the carpet to an employee there at the company via e-mail. I waited and waited and got no response. I thought that perhaps they thought I was being petty and chose to ignore my complaint. So I left it alone and decided to live with the line on the carpet since it wasn't an eye sore.

    I recently noticed that some fibers are starting to come out from where the line is and the carpet is starting to bulge in many different places including along the initial line I complained about. So now decided to contacted them again. I got a work order number, and an inspector came over within a couple of days and he took more pictures. I submitted the old photos and a copy of the initial e-mail with the initial photos.

    When I spoke to the person handling my case she stated to me that because they no longer carry the exact carpet I purchased she would offer me an upgrade, but because it had been two years, and the carpet has been obviously used and because they could not determine from the pictures what caused the missing fibers to go missing and that it is difficult to determine that the missing fibers start at the line, that I would have to pay the price difference.

    Now, mind you, the inspector that came to see the carpet did realize that the carpeting has a manufacturing defect and that the missing fibers do start at the line and said to us that he would let the company know that the carpeting needs to be replaced. Also keep in mind that when the salesman come to do his business one of the first things he says is that if there ever is a problem Empire Today would take care of it because the carpeting has a 10-25 year warranty depending on the carpet.

    I submitted a new ticket disputing the charge on February 3, 2016 and have yet to hear from anyone. I also submitted an e-mail to the person handling my case letting her know that I am disputing the charge. So now she apologized for the misunderstanding. She said that the charge is for labor. I'm not sure what the policy is for Empire Today and the employees could not tell me either. No one knows anything and so I am feeling a little bit ripped off. SHAME ON YOU EMPIRE TODAY!

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    Hi Carmen, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We never want our customers to be disappointed in our products. We understand that we've been in contact with you about this issue, and we will continue to follow up with you to work towards a resolution. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 10, 2016

    Empire Today was very good. My wife was dealing with their people and she said that it was a very pleasant experience compared to other times that we've had to deal with other companies. The installers were very professional.

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    Reviewed Feb. 10, 2016

    I had a carpet installed by Empire Today throughout my entire house. I've dealt with them before and did not consider any other brands. It was quick service. It was installed the next day which was nice. It worked out well.

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    Reviewed Feb. 10, 2016

    I got carpet installed by Empire Today in the living room, dining room, and bedroom of two rental apartments. The quality was similar to other brands, but the others were real cheaper. Nonetheless, they met my expectations and I recommend them.

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    Reviewed Feb. 10, 2016

    Empire installed laminate flooring in the entire house with the exception of two bedrooms, which had Empire Carpet on them and I left it there because they were guest bedrooms. The workers were very efficient. They cleaned up their mess and made sure that the furniture was back in place. I have no complaints.

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    Reviewed Feb. 10, 2016

    They were very respectful when they came in and were very nice. They did a nice job and there’s been no problem. I was satisfied.

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    Reviewed Feb. 10, 2016

    They refuse to fulfill a contract that I signed on Jan. 7, 2016!!! And paid for in full, because a saleswoman who came out to my house made a mistake, even though she got approval from her supervisor to do a price match. I have been on the phone with Empire about 15 times. No one knows what they are doing? I received an email congratulating me on my installation, which was never done. I am always transferred from one person to another. Got a call two days ago from a installation mgr. saying that my order would be installed the end of this week???

    This all started after I waited over a month for my installation to be done. They refuse to install because they want a hard copy of the price match estimate. After I signed the contract with Empire, I threw away all of the other estimates, and I can't remember who gave me the estimates due to so much chemotherapy for cancer treatments. They told me they will not honor the contract. I said, "Why was it approved by your supervisor??? I paid in full!!!" Customer service said, "Did you read the back of your contract?" (Never shown to me). She said, "We have the right to cancel any order that we want to." Please do not buy from Empire, they are unethical and very unprofessional. I have spent about 4 hours of wasted time with this company. 2 hrs for the visit, and 2 hours or more on phone calls.

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    Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention, Gregory. We regret any confusion or miscommunication that occurred regarding the price of your order, and we understand your frustration. We understand that the order has been cancelled. Please don't hesitate to contact us at customersupport@empiretoday.com if you would like to discuss this further or have any additional questions or concerns. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 9, 2016

    I had Empire Today put some carpet on my steps, one on the stairs, and another on the deck on top of the stairs. They did a real good job with it. They pulled up the rug and it's been there for quite a while so they cleaned the floor before putting the padding and the rug down.

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    Reviewed Feb. 9, 2016

    Upon closer inspection, I believe the carpet that was installed is not the carpet that I purchased. Reporting the matter to Empire in November 2015, within 2 days of installation, has resulted in no resolution as of Feb 2016, in spite of my repeated calls to follow-up with the main Empire number and the local Empire office. Repeated promises have been made by personnel who commit for field personnel who have no follow-through. In addition, there was damage done to my property which was reimbursed only 2 months after the damage was incurred, and again, only after my constant follow-up to get results.

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    Hi Beverly, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We regret that these issues have not yet been resolved. We understand that we've been in contact with you about the situation, and we will continue to follow up with you to work towards a resolution. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 9, 2016

    I used Empire Today to install my laminate floors upstairs in my home. My salesperson was great and the install went well. So, I decided to call again recently for my living room and dining room floors. Same salesperson, he was wonderful again. However, I scheduled the install, even called in to confirm the date per requested by an email from Empire Today, and no one showed up on my install date. I called in around noon to find out what time they would be there and I was told they could not do it because they didn't have the material and I needed to reschedule. So unprofessional.

    If the material was not in why did they confirm my appointment two days prior? And why did no one call me and let me know the install was not going to happen as scheduled? I wasted half my day waiting for them. To make it worse, when I called in only to get the disappointing news they weren't coming the customer service rep could care less. She had no answers and no apologies. Not a happy customer.

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    Hi Melissa, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We never want our customers to be disappointed in our service, and we regret that you were inconvenienced by your missed appointment. We understand that the installation has been rescheduled, and we will be following up with you to confirm that everything gets completed to your satisfaction. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 9, 2016

    I looked at Home Depot for carpeting but wasn't too happy, and then I called Empire because I have seen places where they had carpeting done and gave it a shot. I was very glad I did. I had them install carpeting in the bedroom of my apartment. They gave me a quote on a Thursday, and they came on Saturday to install. They came exactly when they said they were going to come and they were in and out in an hour. The salesman and the guys who came for installation were courteous and polite. They were awesome.

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    Reviewed Feb. 9, 2016

    We were very satisfied with Empire Today. They were punctual, professional and cleaned up after themselves.

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    Reviewed Feb. 9, 2016

    Good morning. Several weeks ago I made the decision to get the carpet in my upstairs living area replaced (3 bedrooms, a hallway and stairs). I did my researched and settled on Empire. On January 8, 2016 an Empire Representative/contractor (Sonny) came to my home and we pawned over carpet types, padding and colors for a few hours before making a selection and setting on an installation date (February 8, 2016).

    Today was the day and I spent yesterday evening moving all of our smaller non-furniture items to prepare for the install. The installer called at 7:30 am and stated they were on their way. The installer arrived and he did not speak any English, creating a huge language barrier. We walked through my house and I showed him what was getting replaced and I made very certain to him in my best "Spanglish" that there was an issue with the subfloor in a particular area and I wanted to replace/fix as Sonny the Representative/contractor told me there was no issue with getting it fixed.

    The installer moved quick and soon all of the carpet and padding was removed. I went immediately to the subfloor issue in the hall and explained to the installer that there was a slight slope/dip in the flooring and it needed to be fixed, at which time he said he didn't have the tools to fix it. I then told him, "Well I need you to stop working so that I can contact Empire." I called Sonny the rep who came out to my home initially and he stated that he no longer works for Empire and to call the 1-800 number. After I contacted Empire after going through the maze of automated selections I was able to reach a customer service rep at which time I told her the issue. She stated that it was not notated in my account and Sonny no longer worked for the company.

    I explained to her that this really defeats the purpose of getting the carpet replaced and new carpet going over the bad subfloor would create the same problem with the carpets they just ripped out. I then was transferred to an installation manager Kevin. Kevin was initially very rude and unconcerned. He stated that he would have the installer take a photo of the floor, send it to him and he would call back. After about 10-15 minutes passed I asked the installer if he took a picture of the floor and he said he did. Kevin then called back and said he could patch it with a cement composite.

    At that point my concern was it appeared that that technique was already applied to the flooring previously. Kevin stated that they would not lift up the wood flooring and that was the only option. At that time the installer began laying down the cement composite to my discontent. Although I tried to keep an open mind I walked over the area after the padding and carpet were laid and could still feel the slight slope/dip.

    Several hours later the installer wanted me to come and look at the stairs at which time he advised that he was running out of carpet and would not be able to cap the wood trim on the stairs. At that time again I told him to hold tight and called Empire again. At which time I asked to speak with a supervisor the customer service rep then transferred me to another customer service rep (Carlos). I told Carlos that I was not interested in speaking with him and I've had issues with my install all day and I only wanted to speak with a supervisor.

    Carlos then places me on hold and comes back on the phone and says is there another issue with the subfloor? At which time I said I just want to speak with a supervisor. He seemed to get upset and placed me on hold again for just over 10 minutes before coming back and saying there wasn't a supervisor at the office. I replied, "Thank you for not helping" and hung up the telephone. I then called Empire again and spoke with a Yvonne ** whom did apologize and stated she would transfer me to an installation supervisor at which time I told her I wanted to speak with a supervisor with Empire. She stated that she couldn't contact a supervisor but would send them an email.

    I am very displeased with the service I have received from Empire Today and wouldn't recommend their service to anyone. I paid lots of money to your company and did not get the two main things that I wanted completed (not to mention I took the day off from work to ensure I was here so this could be completed). My subfloor is still not fixed, my stairs were not capped, some of the carpeting on the stairs appears to be loose, some of the baseboards are cracked and damaged and I'm still waiting on a supervisor's call. I was initially told by Sonny the Empire rep whom initially came to my home that none of that was an issue and everything would be done properly.

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    Response from Empire Today

    Hi Michelle, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We understand that we've been in contact with you and that we are in the process of working towards a resolution. Please don't hesitate to contact us at customersupport@empiretoday.com with any additional questions or concerns. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Feb. 9, 2016

    We shopped around and the interlocking features on the hardwood that Empire Today had were a lot bigger and better than what the others were offering. Also, we weren't treated very well by the other company that we talked to. They weren't very customer-friendly. We had Empire put in some hardwood floors in our living room, office, hallway, front entry, and family room. The guys that came out did a really good job. However, we are noticing a little bit of creaking noise here and there. We talked to them about it and they're scheduled to come out next week to look at it again.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 9, 2016

    The installer who came was really efficient. He did his job well and I was satisfied with it. I'd recommend Empire Today.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 9, 2016

    It is the second time we've used Empire Today, and we are more than happy with them. They are a good deal and we trust everything about them. I would hire them over and over.

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    Punctuality & Speed

    Reviewed Feb. 9, 2016

    Empire Today was very good. They were done so quickly and excellently, and it was fabulous because it was done at a time of the year that I wouldn't have expected. It was very much appreciated.

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Feb. 8, 2016

    I had a carpet installed in my bedroom by Empire Today, and they met my expectations.

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    Reviewed Feb. 8, 2016

    I got Empire Today to install luxury vinyl tiles in two bathrooms and a utility room. It was everything I expected it to be, I didn't consider other brands because of Empire's value and I also like their warranty. We had a very good experience in all three times that we've used them.

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Feb. 8, 2016

    We had a basement rug and stairs installed by Empire Today. We ordered the rug, it arrived the next day and the installation worked well. Everybody was very cordial. The installers arrived when they said they would and did a good job. I would recommend Empire Today to someone else.

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    Installation & SetupStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 8, 2016

    Empire Today installed the laminate and carpet in our bedroom and living room. I like the time that went in to install them and the quality of work that was done. The finish was nice. In addition, they have a good salesperson.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 8, 2016

    Everything's great with Empire Today, and I'm enjoying my carpeting. It was all handled professionally, and the gentlemen were very good.

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    Installation & SetupStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 8, 2016

    Laminate flooring was installed by Empire Today in my family room and my living room. The installers did a good job and cleaned up really well. I was impressed with how a team of five worked well together. I really like the floor but there are some spots that move. I've got a floating floor but it's like it's not installed right and has bounce to it.

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    Response from Empire Today

    Hi Denise, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We would like to know more about the issues you've been experiencing, and we will be contacting you shortly to discuss the situation and work towards a resolution. You can also reach us at customersupport@empiretoday.com. Thank you.

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    Empire Today
    Year Founded:
    1959
    Address:
    333 Northwest Ave
    City:
    Northlake
    State/Province:
    IL
    Postal Code:
    60164-1604
    Country:
    United States
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    www.empiretoday.com

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