If a new carpet will not be installed, then pull up the tack and nails. Do not use a wood chisel. But use something thin enough to pull it up without damaging the slab. Make sure all the glue is ...

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You’ll want to make sure all furnishings are out of the way before you start pulling up the carpet. If your carpet was installed under a shoe molding, use a crowbar ...