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At a Glance
- The average cost to fit a carpet is around £400.
- Most jobs take half a day to complete.
- Carpet fitting cost breakdown by type.
- How long the job takes and what's typically involved.
- How to find a local carpet fitter using MyJobQuote.
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How Much Does Carpet Fitting Cost?
For a standard-sized room, the cost of carpet fitting can be anywhere between £250 and £2,500, with the average price for carpeting a room being around £400, which includes both materials and installation.
Carpet fitting costs can vary significantly depending on various factors, including the room size and the carpet type that you want to lay.
Carpet Fitting Prices
Here's a quick overview of the average total cost of carpet fitting for some of the most common jobs, based on standard quality carpet supplied and fitted.
| Room | Typical Area | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Hallway | 6m² | £220 |
| Stairs and landing | 10m² | £360 |
| Bedroom | 12m² | £430 |
| Living room | 20m² | £720 |
| Whole house (3-bed) | 70m² | £2,500 |
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What's Included in a Carpet Fitting Quote?
A supply and fit quote usually covers:
- Your chosen carpet
- Underlay (if requested)
- Fitting labour
- Delivery
Calculate the Cost of Laying a Carpet
Looking for a quick estimate on carpet fitting prices?
Try our carpet fitting cost calculator or stair carpet cost calculator to get an estimated figure.
All you need to do is enter a few details about the area you want to carpet.
These calculators give you a useful starting point, but the best way to get an accurate price is to request quotes from local carpet fitters.
All quotes through MyJobQuote are free, with no obligation to go ahead.
How Much Does It Cost to Carpet a Room?
The size of your room and the type of carpet you choose will be the two main factors that affect how much it costs to fit a new carpet.
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As well as the price of your carpet, new underlay, gripper rods, and thresholds will be additional costs (more details later), but we've outlined the average total carpet fitting cost (including all materials and fitting) by room below.
| Room | Budget (£21/m²) | Standard (£36/m²) | Premium (£75/m²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stairs & Landing Carpet Cost (10m²) | £210 | £360 | £750 |
| Hall Carpet Cost (6m²) | £125 | £215 | £450 |
| Bedroom Carpet Cost (12m²) | £250 | £430 | £900 |
| Lounge/Living Room Carpet Cost (20m²) | £420 | £720 | £1,500 |
| Nursery Carpet Cost (9m²) | £190 | £325 | £675 |
| Home Office Carpet Cost (8m²) | £170 | £290 | £600 |
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Example Carpet Costs for Common Room Sizes and Homes
To help give a better idea of typical carpet fitting prices for your room or house, here are some common examples based on standard quality carpet supplied and fitted at around £36 per m².
Whole-property examples assume standard carpet in main living areas and bedrooms, excluding kitchens and bathrooms.
| Example | Approx. Size | Typical Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 13 stairs | 10m² | £360 |
| 12ft x 12ft room | 13m² | £470 |
| 4m x 4m room | 16m² | £575 |
| 5m x 5m room | 25m² | £900 |
| 2-bed flat or house | 40m² | £1,450 |
| 3-bed house | 70m² | £2,500 |
| 4-bed house | 90m² | £3,250 |
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How Much to Carpet Stairs & Landing?
The average price to carpet stairs and landing in the UK is around £360, assuming 10m² of standard quality carpet is needed.
Because of the complexity of fitting carpet on stairs and landings, you'll typically need more than the actual square metreage to account for the necessary wastage.
How Much to Carpet a Hall?
Hallways also see a lot of traffic, so you will also want to consider something durable, and most people will choose the same carpet to match their stairs and landing.
A typical hallway will be around 6m², so the cost for laying a standard quality carpet will be around £220.
How Much to Carpet a Bedroom?
For bedrooms, most people opt for a softer, more comfortable carpet that feels nice to walk on with bare feet.
It can be worth paying a bit more for this comfort, but with the typical bedroom around 12m², fitting a standard quality carpet would cost around £430.
How Much to Carpet a Lounge/Living Room?
The average living room is usually the biggest room in the house, and with so much time spent here, it's worth investing in a better-quality carpet.
A standard option will work just as well, and with a typical living room of around 20m², your carpet laying costs would be about £720.
How Much to Carpet a Nursery?
Most people would choose a nursery carpet that's soft and comfortable, but easy to clean and maintain, so it could be worth spending a bit more for that balance of comfort and practicality.
With their usually small size of around 9m², fitting a standard carpet for your nursery should cost around £320.
How Much to Carpet a Home Office?
If you have a dedicated home office, rather than just a spare bedroom, you might want to opt for a carpet that can handle more foot traffic and the wear from office chairs.
With a typical size of around 8m², a standard carpet for your workspace should cost around £290.
Carpet Fitting Costs per m²
As well as the different colours and styles of carpet, there are different types of carpet, using a variety of materials. The carpet you choose to have fitted can have a big impact on how much your new carpet costs.
Below, we break down the different costs per square metre of having some of the most popular carpet types and materials fitted in the UK in 2026.
Carpet Fitting Costs per m² by Type
| Type | Supply Only Cost Per m² | Supplied And Fitted Cost Per m² |
|---|---|---|
| Twist | £3–£50 | £17–£64 |
| Berber | £5–£50 | £19–£64 |
| Level Loop | £5–£50 | £19–£64 |
| Saxony | £8–£30 | £22–£44 |
| Multi-Level Loop | £8–£45 | £22–£59 |
| Cut and Loop Combination | £18–£50 | £32–£64 |
| Velvet | £18–£40 | £32–£54 |
| Frieze and Shag | £18–£40 | £32–£54 |
| Flat Weave | £25–£60 | £39–£74 |
| Wilton | £40–£90 | £54–£105 |
| Axminster | £50–£100 | £64–£115 |
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Carpet Fitting Costs per m² by Material
| Type | Estimated Fitted Cost Per m² |
|---|---|
| Polypropylene (Olefin) | £17–£64 |
| Polyester (PET) | £24–£64 |
| Nylon (Polyamide) | £24–£64 |
| Wool | £29–£74 |
| Sisal | £54–£64 |
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How Much Do Carpet Fitters Charge?
Carpet fitters usually charge either by the hour or by the day, and for a simple room you can expect to pay £60 to £80 for fitting. The final labour cost depends on the room size and shape, how tricky the layout is, and where you are in the UK, and it forms part of the total cost of the job.
- Hourly Rate — around £20 to £35 per hour.
- Day Rate — around £150 to £250 per day.
A simple rectangular room usually takes 2 to 4 hours to fit. Staircases are more fiddly and take longer, so they cost more, with each extra turn in a staircase pushing the price up further.
The table below shows typical labour-only costs and timescales for the most common jobs.
| Job | Labour-Only Cost | Typical Time |
|---|---|---|
| Standard room | £60–£80 | 2 to 4 hours |
| Stairs and landing | £75–£120 | Around half a day |
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A few things can push labour costs up:
- A large room, or rooms with alcoves or an unusual shape, which need more cutting and take more time.
- Staircases with several turns or winders.
- Disposing of offcuts and excess carpet, which may add around £20 to £30 if not arranged in advance.
- Working in higher-cost areas such as London.
How long does it take to re-carpet a house? (5 rooms plus stairs and landing)
"It depends on how many carpet layers you get, but for a professional job using two carpet fitters, it would take around two days. Fit underlay and carpet and both to settle for 1 day and then make any adjustments on the second day."
How Much Do Carpet Fitters Cost by Region?
There are a variety of factors that will affect how much it costs to lay your new carpet, and one that can have a significant impact on how much your carpet fitter charges is your location in the UK.
As with most jobs, you're likely to pay more for labour, and possibly materials, if you live in London, compared to elsewhere in the UK.
But just how much could your location affect the cost of fitting your new carpet? We look at how much average carpet fitting prices vary by region below.
| Region | Stairs & Landing (10m²) | Bedroom (12m²) | Lounge/Living Room (20m²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £450 | £540 | £900 |
| South East | £400 | £485 | £805 |
| Midlands | £360 | £430 | £720 |
| Scotland | £380 | £455 | £755 |
| North | £315 | £380 | £635 |
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Within each region, prices can also vary between cities. For example, carpet fitting in London and Brighton is often at the higher end of the range, while cities such as Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, and Glasgow are usually closer to the national average unless labour demand is particularly high.
Carpet fitting labour costs can rise during busy periods such as late summer and autumn, when many people book flooring work before winter or after home renovations. In larger cities, labour costs may also be higher where parking, access, or disposal are more difficult, while quieter periods and smaller towns can sometimes offer more competitive fitting rates.
| City | Typical Bedroom Carpet Cost (12m², fitted) |
|---|---|
| London | £540 |
| Birmingham | £430 |
| Manchester | £395 |
| Leeds | £385 |
| Cardiff | £410 |
| Glasgow | £455 |
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How much should it cost to remove old carpet?
"Usually around £25 to £50 per room, depending on the size of the room or area being removed."
Factors That Impact Carpet Laying Costs
There are various factors that can affect the total cost of laying carpets. Some are unavoidable, while for others, the choices you make will affect the final price.
- Size and Shape of Area — A large room costs more to carpet, but any unconventional layouts may require unconventional cuts and mean more wastage, so you will need more carpet to make up for this.
- Material and Style of Carpet — Thicker piles and mixed cut-and-loop styles tend to cost more. The carpet type and quality you choose also affect the price, with natural options such as wool and sisal costing more than synthetic materials.
- Width of the Roll — Carpet comes in 4m or 5m roll widths, and you pay for the full width, not just what you need. If your room is 4.1m wide and you don't want joins, the wastage could add 20% to 25% to the cost.
- Pattern Matching — If your carpet has a pattern, you'll probably need extra carpet to make sure the pattern matches properly along joins and edges, which can increase the cost and carpet needed by 10% to 20%.
- Carpet Backing — While you might be more concerned with the topside of your carpet, the backing can affect its performance, and opting for more expensive felt or woven backings will increase the price.
- Carpet Underlay — The type of underlay you choose can have a big impact on how good your new carpet feels, and it can also affect how much it costs, which is worth looking at in more detail.
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Additional Carpet Fitting Costs
The figures quoted above are typical of what you can expect to pay for the supply and fitting of new carpet in your home. But there are some additional costs you might want to consider, which we look at in more detail below.
Floor Repairs
Typical cost — £100 to £400+
There's no point spending hundreds or thousands of pounds on new carpet and underlay if the floor you're laying them on is substandard or damaged.
Getting broken floorboards or creaky boards fixed, repairing damaged chipboard panels, or dealing with any moisture issues, should all be sorted before your new carpet goes down.
A standard levelling compound can smooth small dips and uneven areas, but it will not fix a noticeable slope. If the floor is badly uneven, you may need a deep-fill product or repairs to the subfloor, which can add to the preparation cost.
Furniture Clearance
Typical cost — £50 to £100
Fitters will usually move light furniture aside, but a full clear-out of a heavily furnished room is not always included. You may need a handyman to shift heavy items, or short-term storage while the work is done.
Refitting Doors
Typical cost — £20 to £50 per door
If you've opted for a new deep and luxurious pile, or are carpeting a floor where there used to be laminate or vinyl, there's a good chance your doors will be too low for the new carpet.
Once your new carpet has been laid, you might need your doors refitting or shortening so they open and close properly. Most carpet fitters will include this in their quote, but it's always a good idea to check.
Is nylon the best type of carpet for a family home?
"Nylon and polyester are both good for a family home. Polyester is most like wool, looking and feeling soft and durable."
FAQs
Do I Need to Remove Skirting Boards Before Having New Carpet Fitted?
No, you don't usually need to remove skirting boards to have a carpet fitted, as fitters leave a small gap and tuck the trimmed carpet edges into it for a neat finish. If you're replacing your skirting boards at the same time, it's easier to fit them after the carpet is laid.
Can Carpet Be Fitted Over Existing Flooring?
Carpet can sometimes be laid over hard flooring like laminate or vinyl, but it's not always recommended. The subfloor needs to be level and stable, and any existing carpet should always be removed first.
Should I Use the Same Supplier for Carpet and Fitting?
Using the same company for supply and fitting is often the simplest option, as you get one point of contact if anything goes wrong rather than the fitter and supplier blaming each other. That said, sourcing the carpet separately and hiring an independent fitter can sometimes work out cheaper.
What Time of Year Is Carpet the Cheapest?
It is often cheaper to buy carpet during major retail sale periods such as after Christmas, late summer, and Black Friday promotions, when many flooring retailers reduce stock and offer fitting discounts. You may also find better deals at quieter times of year when carpet fitters have fewer bookings, which can make labour rates more flexible.
What to Avoid When Buying Carpet?
Avoid picking a carpet on looks or lowest price alone, as cheaper options often wear out quickly in busy areas and need replacing sooner. Check the pile, backing, and durability rating too, especially for stairs, hallways, and family homes, since a cheap carpet can cost more once you add better underlay, extra fitting, or wastage from pattern matching.
What Style of Carpet Lasts the Longest?
There is no single carpet style that will always last the longest. That said, shorter, densely packed piles generally cope better in areas that get a lot of foot traffic than longer piles. When comparing options, check the carpet's fibre, pile density, and durability rating to make sure it suits the room.
Can I Lay Carpet Myself?
You can lay carpet yourself in a simple square or rectangular room with the right tools and accurate measurements, but awkward shapes and stairs are much harder to get right. Poor fitting can cause faster wear or trip hazards, so trickier jobs are usually best left to a professional. If you'd like to try it, see our guide on how to lay carpet.
