New Jersey’s Kepple’s Carpet Initiates Chapter 11 Proceedings

West Berlin, NJ, July 29, 2026—Kepple’s Carpet, based in West Berlin, New Jersey, initiated Chapter 11 proceedings, reports Whatnow.com.

“Case records show the company faces a financial imbalance and a large number of unsecured creditor claims.” The 30-year-old company is seeking to continue operations while restructuring under court supervision.

“The report added that tariffs increased costs for imported flooring products and raw materials. This made several manufacturers to announce multiple price hikes. An increase of approximately 5% to 35% on some flooring items added to the cost pressures for retail companies and the flooring supply chain.”