Now Your New Floor Can Be Brought to Your Door

(Wrentham, MA)-Sometimes one life-changing event leads to another. That’s what Dereck Bairos experienced, and it’s all been good for the 30-year-old who recently launched Floor Coverings International of Foxboro.

Bairos spent more than 13 years in the service industry, most recently as a property manager. But following the birth of his son, the Lincoln, R.I., resident had an epiphany. “It was a pivotal moment that inspired me to rethink my career path. I realized it was time to build something meaningful for myself and my family, not just professionally, but personally. This shift in focus from my individual goals to the collective aspirations of my loved ones made me more committed to my community in northern Rhode Island, where I want to raise my son.”

Floor Coverings International of Foxboro serves customers throughout northern Rhode Island, Foxboro Mass., and all surrounding towns.

FCI offers a wide variety of flooring options, including carpet, hardwood, laminate, tile, engineered wood, and vinyl. The Design Associates at Floor Coverings International provide personalized assistance in making selections and the mobile showroom allows clients to see how different options will look with existing furniture, lighting, and paint colors all within the comfort of their home.

It proved the perfect opportunity for the young Bairos – a first-generation American – to begin the next chapter of his life with the title of “small business owner” after earning the far more important one of “father.”

“I want my son to grow up seeing the importance of hard work and loving what you do,” Bairos said. “Joining Floor Coverings International as a franchisee allows me to achieve that balance and set a positive example for him. This opportunity to contribute to my community while building a legacy for my family was the inspiration I needed to make this significant career change.”

While clients see the distinctive Floor Coverings International Mobile Flooring Showroom pull up to their residence, what they don’t see or might not realize, is what an industry juggernaut Floor Coverings International has become as evidenced by its record-breaking growth.

Bairos said he was well-prepared to become a Floor Coverings International franchise owner, as he believed during his 13 years in the service industry that SERVICE was exactly the issue.

“FCI’s entire model is based on exemplary customer service,” Bairos shared.. “I have honed my skills in delivering exceptional customer experiences,” he said. “Having successfully dealt with various challenging projects, I understand the complexities and pressures that my customers face. This allows me to empathize with their situations and provide valuable guidance.”

With Floor Coverings International having already revolutionized the market, the flooring industry is undergoing significant changes and innovations, as well, as consumers demand more quality, variety, and sustainability in their flooring choices. Current market conditions are also factoring into when and why consumers decide to invest in new flooring. According to U.S. Bank, the housing market continues to be strongly affected by elevated interest rates. “Higher rates, combined with rising home values, means housing is now a much costlier expense for potential buyers than was the case only a few years ago,” it reported. As a result, many people might be choosing to stay in their current homes and remodel, rather than move.

The big flooring favorites throughout the system? Pet-and kid-friendly floors that clean up with one mopping and look like genuine wood. Favorites in the northern Rhode Island and Foxboro, Mass., market include:

• Sustainable Materials: Homeowners are turning to laminate flooring crafted from eco-friendly materials such as recycled wood fibers.
• Authentic Wood Look: The demand for realistic-looking wood floors continues to soar.
• Waterproof Performance: Given recent erratic weather conditions, waterproof laminate floors are hot!
• Vinyl Flooring: As technology advances, vinyl flooring gets close to natural wood and stone looks that are easily cleaned with a damp mop.
• Carpet: There are still die-hard carpet lovers because of the feeling and look of cozy and warm. Not so much shag. Many more flat pile, textures and patterned looks are available.
• Engineered Hardwood Flooring: This is the best in luxury flooring offering real wood veneers with remarkably high quality and detail.

“I’m thrilled by the continuous advancements in hardwood, carpet, vinyl and laminate products. These materials are becoming increasingly durable with features like enhanced scratch-resistance and stain-resistance becoming standard,” Bairos said. "The industry’s ongoing innovation and improvement in its products is thrilling and I’m eager to bring these high-quality, cutting-edge options to my community.”

For more information about a consultation go to Floor Coverings International of Foxboro.

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About Floor Coverings International

Norcross, GA-based Floor Coverings International ranks consistently as the No. 1 Mobile Flooring Franchise in North America by Entrepreneur Magazine. The 240 franchisees (with 95 more under development) and their Design Associates offer a unique in-home experience with a mobile showroom that comes directly to the client’s door. More than 3,000 flooring choices are available to view in the home with and alongside the existing lighting, paint, and furniture. The company will open several more locations throughout the U.S. and Canada through franchise expansion. For franchise information, please visit www.flooring-franchise.com.