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"Can recommend Nathan for sure. Made the job very simple to complete. Very happy!"
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"Honestly amazing work. Did the floors and carpet in the house in a day. Best price I found "
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"Great communication, reliable and did a fantastic job very efficiently! Thanks again Dean - highly recommended. "
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Recent Carpet Laying & Installation reviews in East Melbourne
Matty did a great job! Excellent communications, turned up when he said he would, very professional, personable and obliging. I would have no hesitation in recommending to others.
Removal of carpet, underlay and tack strips etc
$1,000
So happy with the look and quality of my new carpet. Matty did a fabulous job. Friendly and professional. Would surely recommend him. Thank you Matty 👍👍
Carpet change
$500
Great and fast communication. Job looks fantastic.
Carpet Repair/Stretching
$160
low
$150
median
$215
high
$350
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4.93
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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 East Melbourne
Remove old carpet and install a new carpet
$35
Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia
5th Aug 2026
Two bedroom house remove old carpet and install a new carpet
Carpet patching 10 * 10”
$150
Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia
5th Aug 2026
The iron box was placed on the carpet and has left the burnt mark needs replacement at that location. It is the size of the iron box
Carpet repair (Small patch)
$100
Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia
5th Aug 2026
Just a small burn on the carpet because of incense sticks. Its a very tiny spot. I need this repaired before exit clean.
Carpenter required - Replace damaged carpet and skirting board
$150
Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia
3rd Aug 2026
The carpet in the corner of my bedroom was water damaged, along with the skirting board and both need replacing. The carpet is approximately 1 square meter and I have the replacement carpet. I also have the replacement skirting board which is MDF. Need all replaced to look like new as I’m in the process of selling the property.
Install thick carpet trim.
$10
Mont Albert North VIC 3129, Australia
1st Aug 2026
I have floorboards that meet carpet and there is a finger width gap that I need covered with trim.
Overlay carpet with vinyl or lino
$350
Burwood VIC 3125, Australia
29th Jul 2026
We have 2 rooms with carpet that we need to overlay with lino or vinyl or similar. Ideally we can keep the carpet, and overlay with another product. We may be able to cut an area of carpet out of the room but this is not the preferrred option. Area needed overlay approximately 2 x 2.25m and 3 x 1.25m.
Carpet stretching and repair
$10
Mont Albert North VIC 3129, Australia
27th Jul 2026
I need the carpet stretched in two rooms and a small hallway. I also need two smal patches repaired. I have the carpet for it ready to go.
Sanding and polishing with removal of carpets and vinyl
$10
Templestowe VIC 3106, Australia
23rd Jul 2026
Floor Sanding & Polishing – 4 Bedroom Single-Storey House (Approx. 110 to 120m²) I’m looking for an experienced floor sanding and polishing professional to restore the original timber floors throughout my home. Scope of works: * Remove carpet from 3 bedrooms. * Remove vinyl flooring from 1 bedrooms, the kitchen, and a small section of the hallway. * Carefully remove all staples, nails, glue residue, and carpet gripper strips. * Fill timber gaps, repair any damaged sections where required, and prepare the floor properly before sanding. * Sand all timber floors to a smooth finish. * Apply a high-quality timber finish (please specify whether you recommend water-based or oil-based polyurethane and how many coats are included). * Leave the site clean and remove all rubbish created during the job. Property details: * Single-storey home. * Approximately 120m² total house size. * 4 bedrooms. * The remaining timber flooring is already in good condition but needs sanding and polishing so the entire home has a consistent finish. What I’m looking for: * Someone with proven experience in timber floor restoration. * Please provide photos of similar work you’ve completed. * Include what’s included in your quote (materials, number of coats, repairs, rubbish removal, etc.). * Let me know your estimated timeframe to complete the job. * Fully insured and own professional equipment preferred. Please provide quote.
I need carpet installation for my house
$1,000
Templestowe VIC 3106, Australia
23rd Jul 2026
Hi I need carpet as well as installation for my house for the areas marked in green only. The dimensions on the floor plan are approximate and I need an estimated quote please. There is no furniture in the house and it's just the matter of removing existing carpet and installing a new one. After I choose a quote, I would request the quote provider to inspect it in person and give me final quote. Also in your quote, please give me a range based on the quality of carpets you can use from the cheapest to the decent quality of carpet. Thanks
Carpet stretching
$10
Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia
18th Jul 2026
to stretch carpet in two rooms
Change old carpet
$1,500
Blackburn South VIC 3130, Australia
18th Jul 2026
I want to have 2 bedrooms, 1 hallway and 1 living area carpet changed, approx 40m2. Cost including removal old carpet, install new carpet, new carpet.
Amazing job, will work with him again!
Fix the burn marks on carpet
$200
Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia
18th Jul 2026
Carpet have some burn marks from the match sticks. Need know how much it can cost.
Help lay carpet tiles, for temporary use
$150
Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
12th Jul 2026
Experienced person to lay carpet tiles in garage about 65 sq meters over epoxy floor For temporary use not intended to keep permanent. I will have two helpers for you .
Remove the old carpet and put new laminate
$1,200
Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia
11th Jul 2026
Hi, I’m looking to obtain a quote for flooring works at my unit in Camberwell, Melbourne. Scope of Work: Removal of existing carpet from hallway and living room Disposal of old carpet (including dump fees) Installation of new floor underlay Installation of laminate flooring Notes: I can supply the laminate flooring, underlay materials, skirting boards and trimmings. The floor area is level and straightforward, with no complexities Floorplan is attached for reference- total area is 35.8m2 and expected to be completed in one day. Additional Information: Please include all labour costs and disposal fees in your quote Let me know your availability and estimated duration of works Please confirm if you require a site visit before quoting I look forward to your quote.
Carpet removal and replacement, small bedroom
$650
Kew VIC 3101, Australia
8th Jul 2026
Needing the carpet in a small bedroom replaced
Carpet layer
$3,000
Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia
7th Jul 2026
install 200m2 carpet in a new house
Carpet installer
$10
Box Hill North VIC 3129, Australia
6th Jul 2026
Need a carpet installer to fix the iron stain mark on our carpet We need someone to cut the iron stain mark and replace with the new patch The new patch can be used from one of the cupboards floors It’s a 10 min job but need a professional to fix it
Demolition - bedroom mezzanine and carpet
$250
Kew VIC 3101, Australia
1st Jul 2026
Removal of carpet from ground floor apartment. Removal of mezzanine from one bedroom. Removal of 4 storage cabinets from internal, ground floor storage area. Must take all items away and dispose of them.
Sadi was great to work with, clear communication and tackled the multiple tasks in an efficient and thoughtful manner. Would recommend
Lay carpet
$100
Abbotsford VIC, Australia
30th Jun 2026
I have half laid a carpet in our warehouse and I can’t get it right. There are carpet grippers all around the room and the carpet is somewhat cut to size. It doesn’t have to be perfect/permanent because it’s for a pop up. I just want it to look semi normal





