Professional carpet installer using specialised tools to stretch and secure a beige carpet in place, representing expert carpet laying services near you.
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Recent Carpet Laying & Installation reviews in Canberra

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Clean my carpet

$80

Fast, friendly and competent.

Professional carpet cleaning

$90

Dan was amazing. Great communication and very knowledgeable. Completed the task (which wasn’t easy) promptly and efficiently. Would highly recommend.

Door trimming after new carpet install

$350

Humble and helpful guy

Carpet repair

$200

Arrived on time, very professional job.

Trim bottom off internal doors (2 doors) due to higher pile carpet

$100

Thanks Chad

Removing carpet

$500

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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 Canberra

Carpet repair

$150

Narrabundah ACT, Australia

19th Dec 2025

my Carpenter does the repair on the subfloor, by removing the carpet. I need an installer to put it back. Max 10 sqm of the laying may be required.

Carpet supply and install

$10

Belconnen ACT, Australia

16th Dec 2025

Hi, I’m looking for someone to supply and install new carpet in my rental property located in Belconnen. This is a rental, so I’m after a cheap, very durable carpet that will handle heavy wear. Comfort and softness aren’t important — longevity and value for money are the priority. The existing carpet will need to be removed and disposed of. In addition, I will be supplying hybrid flooring from Bunnings, which I’d like installed on the stairs and the small landing/square at the top of the stairs. Please let me know: • Approximate total cost (supply + install) • Your availability • Any recommended carpet options for durability in a rental Thanks!

Carpet repair

$100

Bruce ACT, Australia

15th Dec 2025

Needing a small area of carpet replaced between today(Monday) and Wednesday 17th December

Fix my carpet

$50

Phillip ACT 2606, Australia

11th Dec 2025

I need this portion of carpet fixed or replaced whatever is the best option. Give me the best rates. I am selecting $50 as the price as I don’t know the rates.

Tear up (new) carpet & nail strips underneath and take everything away

$100

Kingston ACT, Australia

10th Dec 2025

I need brand new carpet/ underlay pulled up and removed and I also need the nail strips pulled up and removed and everything taken from the apartment. The carpet is medium grey and you could surely re-use or re-sell it since it's brand new. I am installing hard flooring and that's the reason I don't need this carpet. It's a 2 bedroom apartment with these approximate measurements: living room 4.6 x 4.0 = 18.4sqm dining room 2.6 x 4.7 = 12.22 sqm bed 1 - 3.2 x 3.7 = 11.84sqm bed 2 - 2.5 x 3.2 = 8sqm hall 1.2 x 3 = 6sqm total 56sqm

Bond clean + carpet cleaning/pest treatment

$400

Phillip ACT, Australia

7th Dec 2025

1 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment End of lease bond clean + Carpet cleaning (1 bedroom + lounge) + pest control treatment

Fix carpet coming off the ground

$100

City ACT 2601, Australia

6th Dec 2025

Carpet has raised off the ground in the section near an outside door. Needs to be stapled back down.

Lay carpet in 3 small bedrooms

$300

Kambah ACT, Australia

1st Dec 2025

Have our own carpet to be done in 3 bedrooms

Carpet cleaning+ flea fumigation

$250

Dickson ACT, Australia

30th Nov 2025

I need an end-of-lease carpet cleaning+ flea fumigation for a single-storey house - 3 bedrooms & granny flat. Date to be done - Tuesday, 02Dec25, before 10am.

Replace Existing Carpet – Cheapest Price Needed (Urgent Before 16 Dec)

$400

Conder ACT, Australia

22nd Nov 2025

Hi, I need someone to remove and replace the existing carpet in one room. • Room size: approx. 6m x 6.5m • Use existing underlay if possible (to keep costs down) • I can supply the carpet, but if you can supply it as well, please let me know your price • Carpet needs to match hardwood floor tones – ideally beige, cream, or off-white, similar to the existing colour • Current carpet got damaged after we sold the house, so it needs to be replaced urgently • Need a quote and someone who can do the job ASAP or before 16 December • Can pay by bank transfer, but prefer to pay by credit card • Happy to discuss fees and arrange payment in a way that avoids extra charges for either party Looking for the best and cheapest price. Please comment with your quote and availability. Thanks!

Replace carpet

$500

Phillip ACT, Australia

19th Nov 2025

Need carpet replaced before Monday

Replace small patch of missing carpet

$150

Evatt ACT, Australia

18th Nov 2025

We have a small piece of carpet that has been scratched off by our rabbit. We need to replace this patch.

I had my ensuite renovated and need the carpet relayed in the doorway

$200

Chisholm ACT 2905, Australia

14th Nov 2025

Relay carpet in door way after ensuite reno ation

Fix Small Burn / Melt Damage on Carpet

$25

Narrabundah ACT, Australia

9th Nov 2025

Hi, I need help repairing a small burn/melt mark on the carpet (see attached photo). It’s a minor patch that needs to be repaired or blended so it looks neat and matches the surrounding carpet.

End of lease clean (incl carpets, balcony, and general pest control)

$500

Turner ACT 2612, Australia

1st Nov 2025

End of lease clean (including carpets, balcony, and general end of lease pest control). 2B/2B single-story apartment (approx 70m-80m2) with a medium-sized balcony (10-15m2). Lift access. Carpeted areas in bedrooms, living area and dining area.

Dennis did an incredible job in our end of lease clean. He was friendly, thorough, and flexible with some last minute changes to our date/time. Would highly recommend for future cleaning jobs.

Carpet for small jobs

$250

Amaroo ACT, Australia

30th Oct 2025

Need a few things fixed around the house such as door replacement and sand kitchen bench etc

Carpet holes and marks fixed

$1,000

Lawson ACT 2617, Australia

24th Oct 2025

Holes in carpet to be fixed

Carpet fix

$100

Canberra ACT, Australia

16th Oct 2025

Need to fix the carpet in the house. Some patches to be fixed.

Remove carpet and install hybrid vinyl flooring

$800

Ngunnawal ACT, Australia

11th Oct 2025

flooring installation for 3 bedrooms, total 28m2. I have ordered the hybrid vinyl planks. I need a good person to help remove carpets and install the planks.

Painting, minor repairs and carpet cleaning following an end of lease

$300

Australian Capital Territory, Australia

7th Oct 2025

Following end of lease, need help with the following : - fixing minor dents to walls, stains, painting - fixing a door and door handles - carpet cleaning/fixing - end of lease cleaning Attached pictures.