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Recent Carpet Laying & Installation reviews in Melbourne
Incredibly efficient, nice guy and great operator!
Replace section of carpet underlay
$250
Excellent work
Remove stains from carpet
$65
Was able to come the next day to repair the carpet. Thank you.
Carpet stretched and tack strip replaced
$100
Ryan did a beautiful job with our carpets, was easy to coordinate and communicate with, couldn’t recommend more highly!
Lay new carpet and underlay (2 rooms)
$200
Ryan was knowledgeable and efficient, he did an excellent job.
Help repair carpet on stairs
$200
Professional, friendly and with great expertise.
Carpet underlay + smoothedge replacement after water damage
$200
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
Carpet laid in 1 bedroom 3.3m x 3m.
$200
Windsor VIC 3181, Australia
17th Oct 2026
1 bedroom 3.3m x3m to be carpeted. Underlay is in place and smooth edge is down. The new roll is 4.1m x3.6m - the carpet supplier has said it’s a heavier carpet. All old carpet will be removed so it’s just the laying.
Cut and relay carpet around new cabinetry
$250
Armadale VIC 3143, Australia
15th Oct 2026
We have just had a new built-in double desk and cabinetry installed in our study. The carpet was pulled back to allow installation and now needs to be professionally refitted. Looking for an experienced carpet layer to: - cut / trim the existing carpet and underlay to fit neatly around the new desk - relay and stretch the carpet - secure carpet neatly around new edges - supply/install any additional smooth edge/gripper or other minor materials required - leave a clean, professional finish around the cabinetry The existing carrier and underlay are already on site (refer photo). Please bring all tools and any minor materials required.
Was able to come out really quickly and did a great job.
Carpet Stretched
$125
Northcote VIC 3070, Australia
13th Oct 2026
Looking for a carpet layer to tidy up and finish an existing carpet edge where it meets newly installed engineered timber flooring. Will need to remove existing carpet trim, stretch carpet if required, install gripper strip, trim and tuck carpet neatly against new 15mm aluminium angle in the kitchen and tile angle into the bathroom. Small, straightforward job.
Carpet Install
$10
Docklands VIC 3008, Australia
12th Oct 2026
I need new carpet and underlay installed in 2 bedrooms plus robes. Carpet and underlay is supplied by me. Needs to be picked up from Clayton. Both rooms are 3.2m each. 6.4blm total. Light cheap carpet. Also uplift existing carpet/underlay. All rubbish removed and vacuumed on completion. Rubbish can be dumped in bins in Port Melbourne Must have ABN
Replace carpet and install hardwood flooring
$1,000
West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia
11th Oct 2026
Remove carpet and install hardwood flooring in a 2.6x3.3 bedroom
Lay carpet tiles
$150
Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia
10th Oct 2026
Lay carpet tiles. Approx 20sq m Materials supplied Experience preferred.
Carpet Repair
$150
Docklands VIC 3008, Australia
10th Oct 2026
I’m looking for someone experienced in carpet repairs to fix a few damaged areas in my carpet. As shown in the photos, there are: • 2 areas with straight lines where the carpet fibres have been pulled or damaged. • 1 damaged area near the door frame (circled in red), where the carpet has frayed and some fibres have come loose.
Roll up and refix carpet
$250
Armadale VIC 3143, Australia
8th Oct 2026
To roll up a section of an existing carpet for a divider wall to be erected then replace the carpet when wall is finished. Wall measurements: 6.2 x 2.3m.
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!!!






