Want to save some extra money on total carpet installation prices?

The first thing to do, is go purchase your carpet at a remnant store, or a large warehouse-type discount store where prices are considerably less than the “first quality” store you find in pricier shopping districts. In most cases, these remnants might have a slight defect in their manufacture, rendering them unsuitable for the high dollar stores.

The thing is you really can’t see any defects that jump out, and if there are some obvious flaws that you notice they may not be to big of deal anyway. Major manufacturers are represented at many remnant and discount stores around the country, so you know you will get a pretty good deal.

The second thing you need to do is hire the installer yourself.  This will avoid a mark-up that may be associated with the store/installer relationship. It is something that is easy to coordinate yourself.

SET-UP AND INSTALL

Here's what you do

Set up a time for the installer to come out to your house and measure the room(s). It is important that you let him do this as he will be responsible for the measuring accuracy.

Have him give you the exact measurements for the carper. You take these to the store and pay the total cost of the carpet, pad (if needed),

Set up a time for installation.

Once he is done have him invoice you directly, and not the store. Make sure he understands this arrangement from the start of the job.

In most cases, base carpet installation prices do not include removal and disposal of the old carpet. That will cost extra, as will any installation of new pad.