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Recent Carpet Laying & Installation reviews

Wouldn't hesitate to hire John again, was punctual, quick and did a great job, even following up with a couple extra pieces I needed for the job! Thanks John!

Carpet fitting

£100

I was very pleased with the work done by Ribery A and would recommend to others!

Carpet re fixing after fitted wardrobes installed

£50

On time, fast efficient, friendly. Would highly recommend

Remove fitted carpet

£150

Really lovely work, very efficient on the day! Will defo rebook

Removal of carpet and vinyl flooring installation

£80

Excellent service- great skill and speed, polite manner. Thank you very much. Highly recommend

Carpet stairs

£100

Great work from Metin, did exactly what was required with no fuss.

Help with tile to carpet strip and door misalignment

£100

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£80

median

£122

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£200

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Why book a carpet installation service through Airtasker?

It’s easy to find carpet installation specialists on Airtasker. You can skip the stress of looking for referrals and just easily put up a task on our platform. After all, a smooth and comfortable carpet doesn’t magically appear. An experienced carpet installer makes sure that you live in a whole new world with carpeted floors!

Include all the important information you need your carpet installer to know on your task post. This may be your location, budget, and date when you need the carpet installed. You also need to mention if you have already bought a carpet. This is important since some installers include a selection for you to choose from.

Once your task is up, prepare to receive offers from interested Taskers in your area. Don’t settle for the first Tasker you see! You can go through their profiles, compare ratings, and read reviews until you find the right match for you. In no time, you can live life comfortably with your newly carpeted floors!

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Top Carpet Laying & Installation related questions

No, you don’t. One of the reasons people hire someone to fit their carpets is because of their tools. Compared to DIY projects, carpet fitters already have what they need. This means you don’t need to spend over your budget to get the correct tools required for the project.

It is best to have a carpet fitter measure and inspect your home. You can quickly put up a task and indicate what needs to be done. However, measurements are best done by the fitter in person. This ensures that the correct numbers are taken for when the carpet needs to be cut and made for you.

It is not required for all homes, but there are many advantages to having an underlay installed along with your carpet. The underlay and carpet work together to create better flooring for your home. It provides you with better comfort and a longer lifespan for your carpet.

You should always pick a carpet fitter with experience. This assures you that the Tasker you hire is trained and equipped with the knowledge needed for carpet fitting. A Tasker’s experience is easy to see on our platform as you browse through their profiles.

Not necessarily. Some carpet fitters may offer you choices for your carpet. It is also best to consult with a fitter before buying a carpet. They make sure that you buy the correct amount of carpet to avoid going over or under in measurements.

It takes about a day at maximum to install your carpet. Some will take as short as two to four hours. On the other hand, installing a carpet in an odd-shaped room will take longer since specific cutting may be required during the installation process. 

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. 

Recent Carpet Laying & Installation tasks

Lay a carpet

£400

Upper Sydenham, Greater London

8th Jul 2026

Need to lay a sisal wool carpet in master bedroom (approx 16m2). Carpet has not been ordered yet but looking to line up a carpet layer soon.

Carpet fitting

£200

Brandon, Durham

7th Jul 2026

Carpets fitting, 3 bedrooms (2.7x 2.35) (3.7 x 3.25) (3.72 x 3) and living room (6 x3m) my measurements.

Carpet repair

£300

Partick, City of Glasgow, G11

7th Jul 2026

Pet damage to carpets including rip

Office furniture skipped, new desk built, new sockets, new carpet

£1,200

Laurencekirk, Kincardineshire

7th Jul 2026

Dismantle old office furniture and dispose of, fit new electric sockets with trunking to replace all extension cables, build new sit stand desk, supply and fit new carpet in office and dispose of old carpet. Need a site visit to quote. Issue: I need a joiner to dismantle some office furniture, remove from premises and assemble a new sit/stand table in the Issue: Part of RIVC 108463 Install wall electrical sockets as currently extension cables attached to extension cables-unsafe and a fire hazard. Lack of sockets in office boardroom for main computer system for Replace carpet in the office

I need a carpet fitted on one stair landing.

£150

Greenwich, Greater London, SE10

7th Jul 2026

I need one stair landing carpeted as the current carpet is damaged. We have the carpet material but would need underlay and fitting.

I'm really please with the work that Harvey did for me. Communication was really helpful and job completed very quickly and efficiently.

Iron carpet burn repair

£65

Stanwell, Surrey

7th Jul 2026

There is a iron mark on the carpet that needs to be repaired

Carpet in bay window to be fitted up to new window seat.

£50

Chippenham, Wiltshire

6th Jul 2026

We are having a window seat fitted in a bay window, the floor is currently carpeted into the bay, the carpet will need to be adjusted to fit up to the window seat when it is fitted. This should be within the next week or two as it’s currently being made by the carpenter.

Lay carpet

£100

Roehampton, Greater London

6th Jul 2026

Lay carpet and underlay in small bedroom have carpet already

Fit a carpet in my room

£50

Withington, Greater Manchester

5th Jul 2026

Help fix a carpet in my room

Need floor tiles installed in my bathroom. Currently carpeted.

£500

Sunninghill, Berkshire

5th Jul 2026

The bathroom is currently carpeted. I want to replace it with floor tiles. The carpet needs to be removed and disposed. The tiles needed are basic ceramic tiles which should be included along with installation. Floor size is approx 10ft long x 5.7 ft wide. Quote should include both materials and installation.

One room Carpet installation & removal n4

£140

Brownswood Park, Greater London, N4

5th Jul 2026

Remove the carpet and install the new one with underlay (all items provided) in one room of the flat.

Carpet repair

£80

North Tawton, Devon

4th Jul 2026

Carpet burn repairs. Five spots approximately 4cm by 4cm

Remove carpet from small cloakroom and lay tiles

£10

Wealdstone, Greater London

4th Jul 2026

We will have the toilet removed and then you need to lift the carpet and lay tiles

Remove and lay carpet in two rooms

£150

Beddington, Greater London

4th Jul 2026

Need to remove and lay carpet in two rooms. Have carpet, underlay, grippers.

Carpet landing

£30

Lisson Grove, Greater London

28th Jun 2026

Rebooking task between Gibran and Mian

Fantastic work!! Highly recommend

Fix bath panel and stair carpet

£50

Kentish Town, Greater London, NW5

3rd Jun 2026

Bath panel was removed to check the pipes and hasn’t been reattached properly. Stairs the carpet has come away from the grips underneath so just needs reattached.

So helpful and friendly cannot recommend them highly enough!!

Replace small carpet inside wardrobe (120x50cms)

£75

Surrey Quays, Greater London, SE16

28th May 2026

Supply and replace a medium-toned beige carpet, inside a walk in robe (as old carpet has developed mould). Please see photos. Size of carpet in the wardrobe is approx. 120cm by 50cm (exact it's approx 116 x 49 cm). Please remove old carpet, and cut/fit/install the new one. Thanks

Fantastic work changing over the carpet. Appreciate you helping out with ordering the matching carpet too. Thankyou

Repair Kitchen Hinge and Pin carpet on stairs back

£100

Elmers End, Greater London

22nd Apr 2026

Repair the kitchen cupboard hinge, as it's broken away. Then pin back the carpet on the stairs to prevent trip hazards.

Excellent service highly recommended

Stairs need new carpet done

£150

Camden Town, Greater London, NW1

5th Apr 2026

We need the old stairs and landing carpet removed and new herringbone one installed.

Jay was very friendly and got the carpets fitted perfectly, would definitely recommend him for future jobs 👍🌟

Carpet fitting & removal

£300

Wealdstone, Greater London

10th Jan 2026

LOCATION | Harrow, HA3 7PZ 🚂 Harrow & Wealdstone station 🚙 Free parking available on driveway DATE | Any day before Thu 15th January TASK •Remove carpetting •install new carpetting (2 rooms) Room 1 = 12m2 (ground floor) Room 2= 16m2 (Upstairs) Note: Keep existing underlay ✅ I have materials (carpet & grippers) ✅ skip available for easy carpet disposal

Thank you so much very quick tidy and punctual. Will hire again