Sullivan & Son

Sullivan & Son Carpet, Inc. is a family owned and operated company and has one of the most recognized names in the floor covering business in central Connecticut.  We have been decorating homes and businesses with carpeting, vinyl, ceramic tile, pre-finished hardwood and laminate flooring for over 65 years. Sullivan & Son Carpet, Inc. has one of the most complete selections of floor covering in Central Connecticut to fit all budgets and tastes. You will see everything - from prices so low, you won’t believe the value - to the most beautiful flooring available to transform your home into a luxurious fashion statement!

Sullivan & Son Carpet, Inc., the center for all of your flooring needs

        ☼ Carpet, Laminate, Ceramic, Vinyl, Wood ☼
New! Re-finishing Hardwood!

For a FREE MEASUREMENT:
Call us @ 203-281-3022 or 203-318-1542
or e-mail us @ sunny@sullivanandsoncarpet.com
or use our REQUEST A MEASUREMENT form.

We are proud that the Connecticut Floor Covering Association selected Sullivan & Son Carpet as the recipient of three Awards of Excellence for the year of 2009.
These awards are Excellence in Commercial Carpet & Resilient for Pope John Paul Rehabilitation Center, Excellence in Commercial Carpet for WTNH Television New Haven, CT, and
Excellence in Residential Carpet for Rockoff Residence.

We were recently chosen as the featured Gulistan Dealer
of the month. The article follows:
Featured Dealer - Sullivan & Son Carpet
Each month, we feature a dealer who has volunteered to share
market insights, successes, challenges, and the rewards of
being a Signature Dealer.
Sullivan & Son Carpet, Inc. is a family owned and operated
company and has one of the most recognized names in the
floor covering business in central Connecticut. It has been
decorating homes and businesses with carpets, vinyl, ceramic
tile, pre-finished hardwood, and laminate flooring for over 65
years. Among other recognition, Sullivan & Son Carpet was
honored with three Awards of Excellence from the Connecticut
Floor Covering Association in 2009. Brad Sullivan is the owner
and President of Sullivan & Son Carpet. He began working
for the company when he was fourteen years old and says that,
by learning from the bottom up, he has a solid understanding of
all aspects of the business. A very active member of his
community, Brad serves on the Board of Directors of the Hamden
Chamber of Commerce. He has coached multiple little league
teams and sponsored many more. He donates rugs regularly to
churches, animal shelters and fundraising events.   He and his wife,
Kristen, have a twelve-year-old daughter, Cassidy.

Q: Why are you a Gulistan Signature Dealer?
A: I am a Signature Dealer because, above and beyond the perks of roll
pricing at 60 ft, Signature names and a protected trading area, it is the
self inspect claims that provide me with the confidence to sell Gulistan
above all other manufacturers. My company had one claim with Gulistan
this year. At the time of inspection, I recognized the defect and assured
the customer that Gulistan stands by its product. The carpet was
reordered, received and installed within five days. The customer is now
a lifetime customer of both Sullivan & Son Carpet and Gulistan due to
the efficient claims process and quality service.
Q: Why did you agree to serve on the Signature Dealer Advisory
Council?
A: I agreed to serve on the Signature Dealer Advisory Council because
I saw it as an opportunity to network with other dealers that aren't in
my trading area and to build a stronger partnership with Gulistan.
Through the council, I have gained a tremendous amount of sales and
marketing tools to navigate these tumultuous times.
Q: What style and color trends are you seeing in your market?
A: Multi-colored friezes with a neutral background and level cut loops
are big sellers.
Q: How are you marketing your business differently to deal
with the current economic climate?
A: Although it seems instinctual to want to cut everything back during
challenging times, I believe that in

both strong and weak markets, holding and growing your current
market share is critical. For that reason, I do not cut back on
advertising. Also, there are creative ways of increasing marketing
with little to no cost. We have become more involved in local
food drives, we are actively using social media, and we have
opened our facility to local design students to hold classes and
for different fundraising events.
Q: Where do you see growth coming from over the
next year?
A: We are experiencing strong growth in hardwood.
Customers often look to complement their hardwood floors
with area rugs. A Stainmaster® nylon area rug in the family
room, under the dining room table or as a runner down the
hall is a great addition to a hardwood job.
Q: Any advice or suggestions you have for other
Gulistan Signature Dealers?
A: By maintaining our advertising campaign through a
downturning economy, we have increased our annual volume.
Also, get involved with social media, as it is the best way to
get new customers. The younger generation has a short
attention span, so make your online ads quick and effective.
Offer your location for local sports teams to have a car wash
or anything else that lets people know you care about your
surrounding community.

We were pleased to be asked to appear on CT Style on WTNH Channel 8.
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Sullivan & Son Carpet is proud to carry high quality wooden flooring products from Armstrong.

Hardwood Floor Care - General Do's and Don'ts
Here are some general do's and don'ts to help keep your hardwood floor looking like new:
Enemy Number 1: Water
Regardless of its finish your floor will quickly lose its luster if exposed to water. More serious damage is also possible, including warping and other problems.
Do: Wipe up any spills immediately with a soft, dry cloth, starting at the edges of the spill and working your way toward the center.
Do: Check with the manufacturer to find out if your steam cleaner is appropriate for use on your wood floor. Some models are designed for use on hardwood floors. Others are not. Remember that water is wood's No. 1 enemy. If the finish is worn or scratched, steam could seep into your wood floors, eventually causing damage.
Don't: Let water stand on your floor, or use wet cloths for clean up.
Don't: Do not mop sealed-and-waxed floors, not even with a slightly damp mop.
Banish Dirt, Dust and Grit from Hardwood Floors
Dirt, dust and grit can also damage your hardwood floor. Tracking dirt, dust, and grit can dull its finish and cause scratches that can only be repaired by refinishing the floor.
Do: Sweep your floors regularly. Invest in a good broom that features exploded tips to trap dust and dirt, not simply spread it around. Dust mops can also be helpful in keeping dirt, dust, and grit under control.
Do: Vacuum frequently, using a canister vacuum with special hardwood floor attachments.
Don't: Use an upright vacuum with beater bars. They can cause dents in your floor's finish.
Don't: Use any dust treatment unless it is approved by your floor's manufacturer. The wrong treatment can make your floor dull and cause problems the next time you refinish.
Do: Use doormats at the entrances of your home to help trap dirt and grit. Clean them regularly.
Area Rugs
Do: Use area rugs or small sections of carpet placed inside doorways and in areas like kitchens where spills are likely to occur.
Don't: Use throw rugs with rubber or vinyl backing without checking to determine if they will affect your floor's finish. Some materials in the backing can react with certain floor finishes, discoloring or causing the finish to become dull.
Don't: Let even damp throw or scatter rugs sit on the floor. Check the rugs frequently and make sure damp rugs are removed.

Another thing to do is to have a professional do a termite inspection prior to installing your hardwood floors.

Please click the links below for more information on each of our products.
♣ Carpet                        ♣ Cork
♣ Laminate                     ♣ Vinyl
    ♣ Ceramic                  ♣ Hard Wood