Business Details
14 Years
experience
Premium Carpet & Flooring Solutions in Stockport & Manchester
Out & About Carpets was established in 2012 by David O'Neill, leveraging over three decades of industry experience to deliver tailored flooring solutions across Stockport, Altrincham, and Greater Manchester. As an independent business, we prioritise customer satisfaction through our Trading Standards-approved service, offering free home consultations with no pressure sales. Our team brings extensive expertise in carpets, vinyl, laminate, and luxury vinyl tile (LVT), working with reputable manufacturers like Cormar Carpets and Quick-Step. We expanded our operations to Altrincham in 2022 under Theo Stavrinides, ensuring localised service while maintaining national quality standards.Our unique mobile model eliminates retail overheads, passing savings directly to customers without compromising on product range or installation quality. All work is completed by insured, professional fitters, with payment only required post-installation to guarantee client satisfaction. With 94 five-star Google reviews, our reputation is built on reliability, transparency, and exceptional aftercare, serving both residential and commercial clients across diverse property types.
Services
Carpets
Vinyl Flooring
Laminate Flooring
LVT
Herringbone Designs
Striped Designs
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Trading Standards-approved flooring specialists since 2012
- Free home consultations with no pressure sales
- Supply only quality products from Cormar, Quick-Step & Polyflor
- Customer satisfaction guaranteed with post-installation payment
- Experienced fitters with 30+ years combined industry expertise
Associations and certifications
- Trading Standards
What people say
Excellent service
Professional fitters
No hidden extras
Value for money
Efficient completion
Services
Carpets
We supply and fit twist pile, loop pile, 80/20 wool, and man-made carpets tailored to domestic and commercial needs. Our range includes durable options for high-traffic areas and luxurious Saxony styles for bedrooms. All installations use professional-grade underlay and edging, with expert fitters ensuring precise cuts around staircases and awkward spaces. Customers benefit from our 30 years' industry experience and partnerships with leading manufacturers like Cormar Carpets.
Vinyl Flooring
Our vinyl flooring solutions offer waterproof, easy-maintenance options in wood, tile, and stone effects. Ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and conservatories, installations include slip-resistant R9-R11 rated products. We provide comprehensive advice on pattern direction and sub-floor preparation, with access to premium brands such as Polyflor. The service covers both residential and commercial properties across Greater Manchester with minimal disruption during installation.
Laminate Flooring
We supply and install Quick-Step and other premium laminate flooring in various wood-effect designs. Our service includes sub-floor assessment, precise plank cutting, and expert fitting in straight or herringbone patterns. Laminate's durability makes it ideal for busy family homes, with our fitters ensuring seamless transitions between rooms. Customers receive detailed maintenance guidance to preserve their flooring's appearance long-term.
LVT Installation
Our LVT solutions replicate natural wood and stone at a fraction of the cost, with waterproof properties suitable for all rooms. We offer herringbone and straight plank installations using leading brands like Polyflor. The service includes sub-floor preparation advice and pattern visualisation during home consultations. Commercial and residential clients benefit from our fitters' expertise in creating seamless, durable finishes that withstand heavy foot traffic.
Herringbone Designs
Specialist installation of herringbone patterns in LVT, laminate, and wood-effect flooring. Our team provides precise angle cuts and alignment to achieve professional results, with options available across all product ranges. We bring pattern samples to home consultations to help customers visualise the finished look. This premium service combines traditional aesthetics with modern materials for both classic and contemporary interiors.
People
David O'Neill
Founder & Stockport Branch
With 30+ years in flooring, David established Out & About Carpets in 2012 after two decades at Carpet World. He oversees Stockport operations, combining industry expertise with personal service. A family man with two grandchildren, he maintains strong local supplier relationships to benefit customers.
Theo Stavrinides
Altrincham Branch Manager
Former RAF logistics specialist Theo launched our Altrincham branch in 2022. Bringing 11 years' military organisational experience, he manages Trafford and South Manchester services. A local resident, he prioritises community connections while maintaining national quality standards across installations.
Louise O'Neill
Office & Administration
Louise manages all business operations from accounting to digital presence. With prior success in wedding stationery and air freight, she ensures seamless administrative support. Based in Hazel Grove, her organisational expertise maintains the smooth running of client communications and project logistics.
Questions
Do you have physical carpet shops in Stockport or Altrincham?
We operate a mobile 'choose at home' service without retail premises. Our Hazel Grove and Altrincham offices handle administration only - our fitters bring full product ranges directly to customers.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Stockport, Altrincham, Didsbury, Trafford, and all surrounding Greater Manchester areas including Wilmslow, Sale, and Wythenshawe with no additional travel charges.
How does your free consultation work?
Our experts bring full product samples to your home, providing tailored advice without pressure sales. We measure spaces, discuss options, and provide written quotes during this no-obligation visit.
When do I need to pay?
We request 50% deposit upon order confirmation and final payment only after completion. This ensures your complete satisfaction before full settlement.
Are your fitters insured and qualified?
All our installers are fully insured, experienced professionals personally vetted by us. They specialise in various flooring types and receive regular training updates to maintain high standards.
Reviews (3)
Rachel Taylor
Jun 29, 2018
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Just had our flooring done in vinyl in the living room and im over the moon with it! Highly recommend to everybody! Such a simple process and no stress throughout getting it done which is good when having a 20 month old! Thank you so much for making it look so lovely!
Andrew Hillman
Apr 22, 2018
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Excellent service from David and the fitters. I contacted him on a Tuesday to pop round and show what carpets and vinyl flooring he had available and by the following Thursday the job was completed. Would recommend this company to anybody who wants new carpets or vinyl flooring.
Karen Phillipstone
Feb 11, 2018
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First class service which I was really pleased with. David came out with his samples and I spotted the perfect one in his first sample book. All measured up and priced within half hour for hall stairs and landing and then arranged fitting the following week to fit in with some skirting boards I needed painting first. Made sure we had our new carpets in before Xmas which was amazing. Great advice, price and service from a local independent man rather than a big company who just want to deal the deal. Highly recommend
