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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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"The most amazing carpenter. If I could give a 10 star I would. Thank you so much xx"
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Recent Carpet Laying & Installation reviews in Melbourne
Carlo is punctual, efficient, and straighforward. His 5 star rating really reflects his work.
Water leak assessment and mouldy carpet removal
$100
Ryan was very responsive and did a very good, quick and efficient work replacing our carpet and lino. Cheaper than most offers we received as well. Highly recommend.
Carpet change
$100
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
Nathan was fantastic. On time, professional and an excellent craftsman with all things carpet. He also very friendly. Highly recommend. Thanks Nathan
Stretch a ripple out of carpet
$300
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
Matt was super friendly and did exactly what I needed him to do! Much appreciated!
Lay carpet in a 4x3m room
$100
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:Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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 laying
$2,510
Toorak VIC 3142, Australia
22nd Jul 2026
I'm looking for a carpet layer for the 1st floor of a house - 5 bedrooms and some corridor space. See attached for layout.
Lay carpet in 1 bedroom
$350
Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia
19th Jul 2026
I have new carpet and underlay to be laid in a bedroom approximately 2.5m x 3m and in the wardrobe approx 1m x 3m.
Great communication, reliable and did a fantastic job very efficiently! Thanks again Dean - highly recommended.
Hybrid floor installation and a carpet removal
$35
Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
17th Jul 2026
I require a quote for installation of a hybrid flooring in my apartment in Southbank. Total floor area is 60 m2, including two bedrooms, a corridor, kitchen and a living area. At present, the floor is carpeted, which needs to be removed as a part of installation. Only experienced installers need apply please.
Carpet repair
$120
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
16th Jul 2026
Hi, I have a small carpet burn (approximately 4 cm in diameter) in a bedroom at an apartment in Melbourne CBD. I can provide photos. Can you repair it using a patch?
Carpet laying
$1,600
Flemington VIC 3031, Australia
15th Jul 2026
6 bedrooms with wardrobes 70 sqm in total Concrete floors All clear Carpet, underlay and fixings on site Must be experienced carpet layer
Carpet laid in two rooms
$10
Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
15th Jul 2026
I need carpet laid to two small bedrooms in a rental unit. The job will require: 1. Removal and disposal of exisiting carpet and underlay. 2. Pick up new carpet and underlay from Caulfield North 3. Lay new carpet in two bedrooms. First room ~ 3.9 x 2.8m Second room ~ 3.5 x 3.7m The apartment will be empty. from Monday July 27 and I want to turn this around quickly. Please offer a price for this job. Only seeking quotes from experienced carpet layers please.
Carpet layer/installer required to fix carpet
$150
Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
13th Jul 2026
A corner of the carpet has been chewed and lifted up by our dog. Need someone to fix it please :)
Terrific and friendly. Would book again
Carpet Repair / Patch Repair Quote Required
$100
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
10th Jul 2026
I need someone to quote me how much to repair/ replace an area of the carpet
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!!!
NEED URGENT BED BUG TREATMENT FOR A 4 Bedroom unit- Carpet floor
$300
Prahran VIC, Australia
12th May 2026
4 bedroom furnished unit We spotted 2 bedbugs in one of the rooms on the mattress. To be safe, we want the full unit treated. The unit has carpet floor throughout
Will recommend to others Great service
Carpet Layer required.
$100
Essendon VIC, Australia
27th Apr 2026
I need a professional carpet layer to restretch the carpet in this bedroom in Essendon. We rolled it back to do some floor repairs.
Nathan didn't show up when stated but got the job done & was a good result.
Stretch a ripple out of carpet
$300
South Yarra VIC, Australia
22nd Apr 2026
The carpet in dining room has a ripple that has became a trip hazard. It needs to be pulled up and relayed; possibly on more than one side. I have no idea on cost so please quote
Nathan was fantastic. On time, professional and an excellent craftsman with all things carpet. He also very friendly. Highly recommend. Thanks Nathan
Looking for someone to lay carpet in a small room. 2200x2400.
$100
Ascot Vale VIC, Australia
21st Apr 2026
Looking for someone to lay a small piece of carpet in a room in our house. 2200x2400 Carpet and under lay all ready just need someone with tools to stretch it into place
Daniel was great! Very efficient and a clean job.
Carpet on Staircase to Fix
$80
Port Melbourne, Victoria
13th Apr 2026
I need help to repair the carpet on one of our stairs in my house. I have spare carpet to replace the current carpet.
Daniel was amazing. Very professional, punctual and very knowledgeable.
Apartment Damaged Carpet Patching/ Repair
$80
South Melbourne VIC, Australia
8th Apr 2026
I am looking for a carpet repair specialist to fix a circular area of burn damage in a bedroom. The carpet is a grey loop-pile. I am looking for a high-quality, seamless finish that will be invisible to the eye and resistant to vacuum/ steam cleaning. ​What I’m looking for: I would like an expert to suggest the best method for this specific type of carpet. Please let me know in your offer: ​Your Recommended Approach: (e.g., donor grafting from a wardrobe, re-tufting, or using a matching remnant). Do you have potentially matching remnants? Or know where to source? ​Experience: Do you have experience specifically with loop-pile carpet? (It’s important the "rows" line up perfectly). ​Tools: Do you use professional heat-seaming equipment or specialized carpet adhesives? ​Location & Access: ​Located in an apartment Ferrsrs Street, South Melbourne. ​ ​Photos: Please see the attached photo for the current state of the damage and measurements of the damaged area as well. Thank you!!
Nilesh did an amazing job! He repaired my apartment carpet with a spare piece I had and it's practically invisible now. His attention to detail, finesse and efficiency was impeccable. Highly recommend.
Carpet layer needed.
$1,200
Albert Park, Victoria
1st Apr 2026
I have 2 first floor rooms that need carpet laid. I have the carpet and some underlay but may need more underlay. The carpet is a thick loop pile - some must be joined carefully. See images and layout attached. Furniture will be removed from rooms prior to installation.
I have never seen a trade work so hard to do the perfect job. And this was a challenging one. But Johan not one complaint and just powered on for 10 hours straight to get the job done. If anyone has a carpet installation requirement this is your man.
Carpet Install
$500
St Kilda, Victoria
31st Mar 2026
I’m looking for someone experienced to install a small section of carpet (~3m²) in an apartment (St Kilda). Scope: • Pick up or meet to collect carpet (I have some leftover from when we installed it originally, hoping to use this rather then buy new ) • Supply and install underlay (need to buy) • Cut carpet to size (approx. 3.2m width strip) • Install neatly with a professional finish • Include carpet edging / transition strip where required (one exposed edge) Details: • Area: Small section only (not full room) • Easy access via lift • Flexible timing (ideally done within the next few days) Requirements: • Experience with carpet laying • Own tools • Able to advise on best edging/finish Please include: • Total quote • Availability
Great work, easy communication, very efficient. Thanks Ryan
Carpet layer
$500
Thornbury VIC, Australia
27th Mar 2026
My washing machine leaked onto the carpet and I'm currently drying it out but I think the underlay needs to be replaced. Im looking for someone to come and take up the carpet and roll it back and remove the underlay so that the slab can dry out. Them returning a few days later to fit new underlay and refit existing carpet. Damaged area approx 2m x 3m Ive no idea what an appropriate fee is for this.
Thanks for helping me out of a bind so quickly and efficiently
Place and adjust carpet on the floor
$250
Kensington VIC, Australia
15th Mar 2026
I need a carpet professional who can help me install a piece of carpet in a 6m² room and adjust the corners of already installed sections in three other 7m² rooms. Gripper and underlayment are already installed.
Dean surprised me with a very good and decent job, completing it in less time than expected. I recommend him!





