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Recent Carpet Laying & Installation reviews in Melbourne
Great quality and very easy to communicate with!
Reattach carpet in small room
$150
Super professional and punctual! Thanks legend.
Carpet repair - patch replacement in two spots
$130
Joel was great - his expertise was worth it. Easy to communicate, so helpful with job and executed perfectly. Thanks so much Joel!
Carpet swap
$750
Chris was experienced and really knew to do the work. He was happy to make sure all the work was done professionally to a high standard, including clean up after finishing.
I need two doors trimmed to fit after new carpet is laid in the rooms
$200
Prompt communication, very efficient with the carpet installation. Thank you
Replace Carpets in Apartment
$1,500
Thank you so much, you came so fast and did the job so well. So professional. Absolutely rescued us. Legend
We need this patch of carpet fixed ASAP!
$500
low
$150
median
$220
high
$350
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What do carpet laying and installation services include?
Adding in a carpet to your home can be that final touch when designing your interiors. However, installing a carpet is no easy chore. The best carpet installers near you can measure, cut, and lay your carpet correctly. No need to go through all the hassle of doing it yourself! Here’s what you can expect when booking carpet installations near you:
Preparing for carpet installation
Before getting your new carpet installed, there are a lot of preparations that need to be done by local carpet installers. First, the floor space is measured. This makes sure that you’ll only purchase the right amount of carpet and that it is cut accurately.
Some Taskers may even offer same-day carpet installation near you. Before rolling out the carpet, they make sure that there are no loose nails and wooden boards. Some installers also help move aside furniture you had assembled to keep everything clear and ready for carpet laying.
Glue-down carpet installation
The glue-down method is the most common method among installers. Here, the carpet is glued directly to the floor. This is ideal for floors that cover larger areas. That is why it is used for commercial carpet installation. It provides solid support, especially for buildings that wish to have carpeted ramps. It is certain to not budge, even with things rolling over the surface daily.
The best carpet installers make sure that your floors are smooth. This ensures fewer mistakes during carpet laying. When not done correctly, the areas not glued down properly wear quickly. That’s why it’s best to leave it to an experienced Tasker. Once rolled out and secured, you can always have your carpets cleaned and stains removed to ensure a fresh, brand new look.
Stretch-in carpet installation
Most homeowners may opt for a stretch-in carpet. Here, strips of wood containing nails are nailed around the edges of the room. Padding is installed in the middle of the room for the carpet to lay over it. The carpet is then attached to the pins on the strips of wood. From there, your carpet installer will stretch it across the room. A plus to this method is the extra padding underneath the carpet. It provides added comfort and extends the lifespan of the carpet itself.
Adding a carpet underlay
An added service that is offered by many independent carpet installers near you is carpet underlay. This is a thin cushion put under your carpet. It is made of materials like sponge rubber and foam. A carpet underlay provides extra comfort to your flooring. It also provides your room with acoustic and thermal installation. Be sure to ask your carpet installer for the best underlay for your carpet and its installation method.
If you're keen to know exactly how much it costs to fit a carpet, check out our easy-to-refer carpet fitting price guide for your convenience.
Recent Carpet Laying & Installation tasks in Melbourne
Remove existing carpet tile, install new underlay + new carpet tiles
$300
North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia
28th Sep 2026
Need a professional to remove an existing carpet tile and install a new underlay and new carpet tiles Approx 18m2 studio apartment
Carpet patched in 4 spots
$300
Ripponlea VIC 3185, Australia
28th Sep 2026
BUDGET negotiable. There are 3 burns and 1 wax spill that need patching. Biggest is roughly the size of a pair of shoes. The wardrobe has matching carpet which would need to be replaced with something. I have set a budget to try and get an idea of the cost.
PROFESSIONAL CARPET LAYER
$350
Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
27th Sep 2026
Experienced Carpet Installer Required – Retail Shop | Ongoing Work Available We are a flooring business looking for an experienced and reliable carpet layer to work as a subcontractor. 📍 Job Details * Commercial/retail carpet installation * Supply of carpet and materials will be arranged * Professional finish required * Job location: Melbourne * Suitable for an experienced carpet installer or small installation team 🔨 What We’re Looking For * Proven experience in carpet installation * Experienced with commercial/retail spaces * Reliable, punctual and professional * Good attention to detail * Able to work independently * Own tools and equipment preferred * ABN preferred 💼 Ongoing Work Available This is not just a one-off job. The right installer can receive regular and ongoing carpet installation work from our flooring business.
Carpet replacement
$200
Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
25th Sep 2026
3.1Mx3.0M bedroom carpet
Carpet patching
$850
Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
25th Sep 2026
Patch up several holes on carpet (more or less severe) using the wardrobe carpet for exact match + replace missing wardrobe patches with closest match.
Carpet laying in two bedrooms
$400
Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
22nd Sep 2026
Carpet laying in two bedrooms (3.6m x 4.4m and 3.3m x 2.4m). Carpet and underlay will be supplied, but old carpet needs removing.
Carpet laying small area
$400
South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia
21st Sep 2026
I have a small area of flooring that requires carpet to be re laid after a water leak it includes flat surfaces, 3stairs and joining to existing carpeted area.
Stretch carpet in bedroom
$100
Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia
19th Sep 2026
Existing carpet in bedroom needs re-stretching to be taut again
Corner of bedroom carpet repaired.
$150
Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia
6th Sep 2026
My dog ripped up/chewed the corner of a lose bit of carpet in my bedroom, which I need repaired if possible - I don’t have a spare section of matching carpet.
Mak was a legend - was polite, knowledgeable and takes pride in his work. Will definitely use him again, thank you mate.
Re-stretch carpet
$150
Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
6th Sep 2026
Carpet in three bedrooms and short hallway in reasonable condition that’s slightly loose and wavy. Just needs someone who knows what they’re doing to re-stretch and trim to give it a few more years of use. One doorway where the tack strip needs to be replaced following water damage. I will remove and replace all furniture from the rooms.
First rate job, on time and no nonsense! Highly recommended.
Carpet Stretching - Removing Ripples
$200
St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
6th Sep 2026
Main bedroom carpet has some ripples in it. I think the carpet just needs to be stretched and re-affixed. We'll move all the furniture out of the room for you. Photos available on request.
Mak was easy to book, punctual, knowledgeable and did a great job. Would recommend!
Carpet restretch / repair
$160
North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia
2nd Sep 2026
Re-stretch repair minor section of carpet which my dog scratched up (approx 5cm by 10cm). It may be able to be pulled, or perhaps a section taken from the back of a cupboard and replaced.
Dean was brilliant, completely fixed my ripped up carpet and made it look like new. Would highly recommend!
Fix carpet
$250
West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia
26th Aug 2026
Hi everyone, I have a damaged carpet section as shown in the photo (the tear/fray is roughly 30 cm long, measured with the tape). 📍 Location: West Melbourne area 🛠️ Task: Looking for a quote and someone who can fix this. If you are a carpet repair professional or can recommend someone, please send me a PM or comment below. Thank you! 🙏
Awesome work!! He's the one that make my life stressed free
Re-lay carpet and install skirting board
$300
Essendon VIC 3040, Australia
19th Aug 2026
Some water dropped from heating to sub floor, the subfloor has been treated, however, carpet has been pulled up and skirting board taken off due to some mould. Need carpet relaid (we have plenty spare) and skirting board replaced… likely a trip to Bunnings required. Not sure on costs, but will pay for any materials so assume budget range is for labour only. Looking for genuine offers from those who have the ability to do task 🙏
Aclass performance, did a terrific job
There is a hole/damage in the carpet that needs to be repaired.
$300
Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
19th Aug 2026
There is a hole/damage in the carpet that needs to be repaired.
Thank you Nilesh, we really appreciate your help :)
Carpet replace/repair
$200
Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
10th Aug 2026
I’m looking for someone experienced in carpet repair. I have: • One area with a burn mark • Another area with a turmeric stain I’m looking to have the damaged sections repaired or replaced with matching carpet if necessary. Can take from cupboard
Good service and reliable
Lay carpet
$150
Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
8th Aug 2026
I have tried to lay a carpet, install smooth edge, and put in underlay (which I now realise is upside down). It is for a pop up shop so it doesn’t matter if it’s perfect it just needs to look half decent. Should really just take some adjusting and finishing. Room is about 3 x 4m
Ayaz did an amazing job
Carpet patching
$200
Essendon VIC 3040, Australia
6th Aug 2026
I need to patch a melted spot (about 10–12 cm) on the living room carpet using a piece from the closet carpet.
Mak fixed the melted part of our living room carpet so seamlessly. It looks completely natural! He has a great eye and excellent skills. Very trustworthy.
Need carpet installer to fix my carpet
$10
Pascoe Vale South VIC, Australia
19th May 2026
I’m looking for a quote, someone who can help me fix my carpet, dogs ripped it off. 1mx2m. I bought the carpet for the installation Please let me know if you need more info. Based in Pascoe Vale 3044
Mak is such a nice guy, got job done very quickly and for a very good price.
Carpet laying in a small 2 bedroom apartment
$500
Essendon VIC, Australia
17th May 2026
Looking for an experienced carpet layer to lay some carpet at a small 2 bedroom apartment in Essendon. Existing smooth edge is in place, underlay and carpet on site. Happy to help where I can. I’m a carpet layer but just can’t get this done in the next couple of days as I’m fully booked. Room 1: 3.8m x 2.8m Bedroom 2 3.4m x 4m Hallway L shape 8.1 x 1.8 Living room 3.3m x 5m Need to have experience and good reviews. Need the joins to be seamless and carpet properly stretched in place.
Steven is a magician!!!! He turned a crappy situation into an awesome result. I unfortunately wasn’t thorough with my instructions and details. He called me quite frustrated but was willing to remedy the situation. Really really appreciate going above and beyond mate. Highly recommend, and would use again in an instant!!!





