How much does carpet laying cost?
Carpet supplied and installed typically costs $45–$95 per m² in Australia, so re-carpeting a three-bedroom home usually lands between $3,000 and $6,500.
Typical price band
$3,500typical
$400 low$9,000 high
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Real-world examples
Single room$500 – $1,200
Three-bedroom home$3,000 – $6,500
Whole home, premium wool$7,500 – $13,500
What affects the price
— Carpet grade. Polyester is cheapest, nylon mid-range, and wool the premium option per m².
— Floor area. Total m² drives the job, though per-m² rates ease slightly on bigger areas.
— Underlay quality. Better underlay adds a few dollars per m² but changes how the carpet feels and lasts.
— Stairs & tricky layouts. Stairs are charged per step, and rooms with lots of angles create cutting waste.
— Removal & prep. Pulling up old carpet, disposal and smoothing the subfloor can add to the quote.
Tips before you post
— Ask whether the quoted m² rate includes underlay, old carpet removal and disposal — it varies.
— Solution-dyed nylon is the sweet spot for households with kids or pets.
— Keep leftover offcuts for future patch repairs in high-wear spots.
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