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Recent Carpet Laying & Installation reviews in Melbourne

On time and very quick, thanks for doing a great job!

Carpet laying

$200

Good work , on time , extremely efficient

Remove and lay new carpet

$400

Matty did a great job on carpets for 2 bedrooms. He was understanding and flexible with changing install timelines and had great communication skills. He went out of his way to show us carpet samples too. Thanks again, Matty!

New carpet - before Xmas

$500

Thanks for that mate great service

Carpet cut and glued

$100

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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

Re-instate carpet in 1xbedroom

$400

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

4th Nov 2026

Hi! After the mould remedial of our son’s bedroom, we need relay the carpet (we saved the carpet as it was only 3y old). So task includes: 1- Supply and install approximately 10 m² of high-density 10–11 mm carpet underlay, preferably with thermal resistance R0.25 or higher, suitable for installation on a concrete slab above a garage. (Previous underlay was Dunlop 11mm Renu). 2-Replace carpet gripper strips and reinstall/stretch the existing carpet. Please confirm underlay brand, thermal R-value and total price including materials. Building is an apartment building. On site parking available, lift available. Check out our other related tasks: re-instate wall lining + re-painting. Thanks

Carpet repair

$200

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

4th Nov 2026

Hi my cat damaged my carpet around the edges. I need repair for this and i do not have the material. The material fee I can pay separately.

Hybrid flooring install for small area. In apartment (existing carpet)

$800

Melbourne VIC, Australia

3rd Nov 2026

CBD, parking provided. Replace existing carpet with Hybrid flooring. Looking at blackbutt. Ideally built in sound insulation. Inside apartment. Supply and install. Please advise of product.

New Carpetting

$1,000

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

Need to remove the old carpet and put a new one for my living and bedroom area. Roughly covers around 45 meter square.

The apartment carpet has been water-damaged and needs to be replaced.

$1,000

Melbourne VIC 3006, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

The apartment carpet has been water-damaged and needs to be replaced.

Bedroom Carpet Replacement with Raw Solid Timber Flooring

$50

Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

1st Nov 2026

Looking to replace the carpet in my bedroom with solid, unfinished timber floorboards. The room is approximately 8.4 m² (3.25 m × 2.59 m), excluding the built-in wardrobe. Requirements: - Flooring: Solid timber only — no engineered timber, laminate, bamboo, hybrid or vinyl. - Finish: Completely raw and unfinished, with no factory or on-site oils, sealants, varnishes or other coatings. I will apply my own oil after installation. - Installation: Preferably secret-nailed, with minimal glue and adhesives. - Removal: Remove and dispose of existing carpet and inspect the subfloor for possible mould or damage. - Subfloor: Replacement may be required. If so, I prefer solid timber boards rather than plywood or sheet products, provided they are structurally suitable. There is also a floor air vent, and ideally the built-in wardrobe will remain in place. Please let me know if you can undertake this work and provide an estimate, including potential subfloor replacement costs. I understand a site inspection may be needed for an accurate quote.

Can you patch up my carpet and help tighten it

$300

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

1st Nov 2026

Can you patch up a small part of my carpet. And tighten it back up.

Mak was great, super efficient and friendly. And did a really great job on our carpet fix up. Found a better alternative solution without impacting the rest of the floor. Thank you again and 100% would recommend to anyone.

Quote to replace 4 carpeted stairs with timber treads (Clifton Hill)

$200

Clifton Hill VIC 3068, Australia

1st Nov 2026

We have 4 carpeted stairs that our cat has clawed through at the front edges. We want to replace the carpet with timber treads to match the existing open hardwood staircase they connect to (I think jarrah or merbau). Photos attached. What I'm after: - Solid hardwood, or engineered boards with a thick real-hardwood top layer. No laminate or hybrid. - New timber and finish matched as closely as possible to the existing stairs - Step heights kept consistent, especially the top and bottom steps, once the carpet is removed and timber added - Anti-slip grooves or inserts in the front edges (we have a toddler) - A timber nosing at the top landing (the hall carpet will stay) - The clawed carpet edge on the small ledge beside the stairs sorted too Please include in your offer: 1. How you'll keep the step heights consistent 2. The timber species and finish you'd use 3. Photos of stair jobs you've done before 4. Whether you have public liability insurance 5. A price for a wall handrail as an optional extra Timing is flexible. Happy to arrange a time for you to come and measure up.

Bedroom Carpet Replacement with Raw Solid Timber Flooring

$50

Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

27th Oct 2026

Looking to replace the carpet in my bedroom with solid, unfinished timber floorboards. The room is approximately 8.4 m² (3.25 m × 2.59 m), excluding the built-in wardrobe. Requirements: - Flooring: Solid timber only — no engineered timber, laminate, bamboo, hybrid or vinyl. - Finish: Completely raw and unfinished, with no factory or on-site oils, sealants, varnishes or other coatings. I will apply my own oil after installation. - Installation: Preferably secret-nailed, with minimal glue and adhesives. - Removal: Remove and dispose of existing carpet and inspect the subfloor for possible mould or damage. - Subfloor: Replacement may be required. If so, I prefer solid timber boards rather than plywood or sheet products, provided they are structurally suitable. There is also a floor air vent, and ideally the built-in wardrobe will remain in place. Please let me know if you can undertake this work and provide an estimate, including potential subfloor replacement costs. I understand a site inspection may be needed for an accurate quote.

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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.