September 2024
Item | Qty | Low | High | |
Carpet Cost Non-discounted retail pricing for popular: Indoor olefin carpet. 10 yr abrasion resistance. 20 yr stain resistance. 75 oz/sy face weight polyester. Calculated purchase quantity includes overage for typical waste and small future repairs. | 267 square feet | $825.70 | $1,087.29 | |
Carpet Installation Labor, Basic Basic labor to install carpet with favorable site conditions. Measure and layout seam locations. Set perimeter tack strip. Install basic padding. Cut, seam and secure carpet. Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup. | 267 square feet | $825.70 | $1,087.29 | |
Carpet Installation Job Supplies Cost of related materials and supplies typically required to install carpet including: manufacturer recommended underlayment, fasteners, adhesives and surface sealants. | 267 square feet | $825.70 | $1,087.29 | |
Carpet Installation Equipment Allowance Job related costs of specialty equipment used for job quality and efficiency, including: 20' stretcher, carpet edge trimmer and hot melt seaming tool. Daily rental. Consumables extra. | 267 square feet | $825.70 | $1,087.29 | |
Option: Remove Carpet Detach carpet from tack strip and adjacent surfaces. Cut carpet into haul able pieces. Remove worn carpet pad and tack strips. Remove all debris from home and dispose of legally. | 267 square feet | $825.70 | $1,087.29 | |
Carpet Debris Disposal Costs to load, haul away and dispose of old materials, installation waste and associated debris. | 0.4606875 | 0.5240625 | ||
Unused Minimum Labor Balance of 2 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks. | ||||
Totals - Cost To Install Carpet | ||||
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In September 2024 the estimated cost to Install Carpet starts at $5.09 - $7.46 per square foot*. Use our Cost Calculator for cost estimate examples customized to the location, size and options of your project.
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