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A New Chapter at Liberty Carpet
Liberty Carpet was built on the vision, hard work, and heart of Gail George – a woman whose dedication shaped not only a business, but a community. For decades, Gail poured her energy into creating a place where customers felt welcomed, cared for, and confident in the choices they made for their homes. Her legacy is woven into every square foot of this company.
As Gail steps into a well‑earned chapter of early retirement, she passes the torch to someone who has stood beside her for more than 15 years – her long‑time employee, trusted partner, and dear friend, Sheila Thomas.
Sheila has been the quiet strength behind Liberty Carpet for over a decade and a half. She’s the voice customers recognize, the steady presence families rely on, and the person who knows every detail of every project – from product availability to installation timelines. Sheila has guided countless homeowners through their flooring decisions with patience, honesty, and genuine care. While Gail enjoyed some sunshine and rest, Sheila kept the business running seamlessly, ensuring that Liberty Carpet’s reputation for exceptional service never wavered.
But Sheila’s role has always been more than operational. She has been the heart of the day‑to‑day – the one who answers the phone with warmth, remembers returning customers by name, and treats every project as if it were for her own home. Her deep knowledge of the industry, her commitment to customer satisfaction, and her unwavering loyalty to Liberty Carpet have made her an irreplaceable part of the company’s story.
This transition isn’t a goodbye – it’s a continuation of everything Gail built. Sheila carries forward the same values, the same commitment to quality, and the same love for the customers who have supported Liberty Carpet through generations. The only real change is the title on her desk.
Gail’s influence reaches far beyond the walls of the store. She welcomed customers from Northeastern Pennsylvania, the Southern Tier of New York, and the Greater Binghamton area – even families traveling from Philadelphia, New York City, and New Jersey to shop while visiting their second homes. Her warmth and integrity created a reputation that stretched well beyond the local community.
What Gail started, Sheila will continue with pride: outstanding customer satisfaction, a comprehensive product line, competitive pricing, and expert installation. These principles remain the heart of Liberty Carpet.
This new chapter is a celebration – of Gail’s legacy, of Sheila’s dedication, and of the customers who have trusted Liberty Carpet for so many years. The story continues with the same heart and the same commitment, carried forward by someone who helped build it every step of the way.
Honoring Our Roots: The Legacy of Gail George
Liberty Carpet Inc. was founded in 1986 by Gail George, a woman whose passion for flooring and eye for style shaped the foundation of everything we are today. Gail has spent nearly her entire life in the flooring industry, bringing unmatched experience, dedication, and genuine care to every customer she served. Her ability to guide homeowners and business owners through one of the most important design decisions they’ll make – choosing the right floor – has always been one of her greatest gifts. She understands that flooring is more than a purchase; it’s an investment in the spaces where life happens.
From the beginning, Liberty Carpet has proudly served both residential and commercial customers, offering a wide selection of high‑quality products including carpet, hardwoods, sheet vinyl, laminates, luxury vinyl tile, and area rugs. Gail built a reputation for honesty, expertise, and a commitment to helping every customer feel confident in their choice.
What has always set Liberty Carpet apart is the combination of outstanding customer satisfaction, a comprehensive product line, competitive pricing, and expert installation. These values have been the cornerstone of Gail’s success, and the reason generations of families continue to trust Liberty Carpet with their homes and businesses.
Gail’s legacy lives on in every project, every customer relationship, and every floor installed. Her passion built this company – and her influence continues to guide it forward.
