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Recent Carpet Laying & Installation reviews in West Melbourne

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Trim door for new carpet install

$50

Great tasker!

Steam carpet and flea treatment - end of lease

$100

Excellent to deal with would certainly recommend 10/10

Carpet Laying

$200

Awesome guy! Very helpful and cooperative.

Carpet stain removal and tile stain removal.

$125

Professional carpet laying service. Arrived when he said he would.

Need carpet laid in a room at Hoppers Crossing

$150

Good quality work. On time arrival would have further improved the experience.

Carpet for tiny room

$100

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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 West Melbourne

Fixing a carpet burn

$35

Fraser Rise VIC, Australia

15th Dec 2024

I have a small carpet burn due to dropping iron on it. It’s a rental, if anyone can fix it as close to the rest of the carpet, it will be helpful! Thank you!

Carpet layed

$5

Werribee VIC, Australia

14th Dec 2024

I have 3 small bedrooms and a very small lounge room i have removed the old carpet and the existing smooth edge js in good condition and still installed i will provide the carpet i was hoping to get it done before christmas for around $350

Carpet repair

$100

Truganina VIC, Australia

14th Dec 2024

Burnt carpet repair has to be done

Very good service by the person prompt and punctual

Need carpet installation on stairs

$150

St Albans VIC, Australia

12th Dec 2024

Carpet has been removed from the stairs and now need to put back on , hardly 7- 8 stairs. Small area. Need it to be done by today or maximum tomorrow morning

Install carpet 2 townhouse upstairs only

$1,500

Kealba VIC, Australia

12th Dec 2024

Install carpet and underlay upstairs and stairs two townhouses

Carpet clean

$130

Altona North VIC 3025, Australia

11th Dec 2024

My kids left the tap on and it went on the carpet, it’s not the whole room, it’s just on the side of the room and just at the toilet door

He was very professional and he did a great job

Replace my home carpet

$800

Derrimut VIC, Australia

10th Dec 2024

Replace the carpet for my home " 4 bedrooms + one Living"

Fixing a damaged carpet

$100

Wyndham Vale VIC, Australia

10th Dec 2024

Thump size damage carpet

End of lease cleaning, 8 rooms carpet clean & flea treatment

$600

Newport VIC 3015, Australia

21st Nov 2024

End of Lease Clean that requires a guarantee - if the Real Estate agent finds something not cleaned, then you will return to fix it. It is unlikely as the home is very clean already and we have lived here for less than 1 year. This is a large 4 bedroom home with an office, small library room and additional unused room (storage). Two bathrooms, a powder room and two living areas, laundry, an outdoor area and an upstairs small balcony, a double garage and a large kitchen with walk in pantry. I require carpet cleaning for 7 rooms, a living area and stairs. I also require pest/flea treatment as we had a dog. I require fixed priced quotes from experienced exit cleaners who are able to provide a receipt for the Real Estate agent, if you would like more information please ask.

Great communication, promise to return if any issues with real estate agent and bond. Could not ask for better service and attention. Thank you so much!!

Tile removal and carpet

$2,500

Werribee VIC, Australia

10th Nov 2024

To removal and grind the tile adhesive 85sqm and to remove laminated and carpet and grind adhesive 70sqm and remove all rubbish. Exclude washroom and toilet.

Kevin is a hardworking person he went extra miles to ensure the task is completed on time. Although the work required additional effort beyond what is committed, he completed as required. He is honest and has level of professional ethics. I will use Kevin in future and highly recommend!

Carpet installation plus removal and disposal of the old carpet

$925

Williams Landing VIC, Australia

29th Oct 2024

Carpet Installation Only (material will be provided. Total area 21 liner meter - single storey house, easy access. Installation / Labour plus removal and disposal of the old carpet = $44 per liner meter

Job well done. Thanks

Repair small hole in carpet

$100

Altona North VIC, Australia

4th Sep 2024

My dog has scratched a small hole in the carpet. I would like to have it repaired.

Did a great job , recommended

Replace carpet for two rooms ,smaller in size.

$1,000

Truganina VIC 3029, Australia

17th Aug 2024

My rented place needs complete carpet replacement for two rooms, both of them being small in size. I need a quote for materials plus installation charge. The carpet are plain brown.

Very professional and flexible to get the job done:) highly recommend

Re-Lay Carpet in bedroom

$50

Yarraville VIC, Australia

5th Aug 2024

Recently pulled up the carpet in a bedroom to access the subfloor. I need to relay the carpet. The room is 3m x 3m with spike strips around the outsides. The carpet is still fixed in position at one end.

Jim was great, he was super friendly and completed the job in no time, with great communication along the way. Would definitely hire him again.

Carpet stretching

$200

Burnside VIC 3023, Australia

29th Jul 2024

Carpet stretching on 1 living area and 1 hallway

Very dependable carpet expert and great communicator as well. Will surely refer him to my network for other carpet jobs.

Install bedroom carpet

$135

Werribee VIC 3030, Australia

26th Jul 2024

I will take the carpet out myself. I have the supplies of the carpet, underlay and the things you lay around the carpet to attach the carpet. Now I am looking with someone who is experienced at this and has the correct glue etc. The room is roughly 490cms by 490cms. A square room. Look forward to hearing from you

Does a good job. I recommend

Wrap bottom 2 stairs with underlay and carpet. Carpet provided.

$60

Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia

20th Jul 2024

Wrap stairs with carpet. I've got the carpet but not underlay. Only required to wraps bottom 2 steps of the stairs.

Really responsive, good communication and reliable. Does a really good job and excellent workmanship.

Carpet repair

$150

Williamstown VIC, Australia

16th Jul 2024

I need someone to repair a small area of carpet that has been ripped by my dog.

Nathan was very responsive and adaptable to my schedule. He was able to fix the carpet in my house and did a good job.

Carpet Repair

$150

Point Cook VIC, Australia

6th Jul 2024

I need someone that can repair carpet due to damage for cat in corners I have extra carpet to patch job.

Fantastic Work by Ryan !

Carpet repair

$300

Point Cook VIC, Australia

25th Jun 2024

Patches of carpet need to be repaired and can be taken out the wardrobe

Amazing work and very good job. Great communication as well. I’ll use Ryan’s services again