Having a carpet fitted is an exciting experience that can completely transform the way your house looks and feels.
One of the most common questions we get asked is how long does it take to install carpet but to give an exact answer is very difficult as it can depend on a lot of different factors.
On average, you can get a 3 bedroom house fitted out with carpet within a day, if you have a team of fitters on the job.
This is, of course, a very broad statement as the time taken can vary a lot between houses.
Factors That Affect Installation Time
Let’s dig into the reasons that affect the time for your carpet to be fitted so you can get a better idea of how long it will take in your particular situation.
Area Of Floor To Be Carpeted
The most obvious factor that can make a carpet fitting job go from an hour to a couple of days is the amount of carpet you are having fitted.
A single, square-shaped room of average size can be carpeted within a matter of hours. A small house can take up to a full day of work, however, as there is more floor space to be covered.
The more space you need to be covered the longer it will take. If you assume one small regular room would take a few hours you can estimate up from this to get a better idea.
Removing Furniture
Another consideration is whether there is any furniture present in the space where you are installing carpet. This is usually not a problem for the carpet installers, but it will lead to more time spent during the installation process as the furniture will have to be moved.
Make sure to let the people know before that furniture is in the way, or even better remove it yourself so they can get started with the job right away.
Who You Hire
Hiring the right people for the job is essential if you want to save time. Most carpet shops will have their own in-house team of expert installers who will provide the installation process once you’ve chosen which carpet you want to buy.
Other shops will sub-contract their carpet installation which can sometimes become an issue. This is because they will take less responsibility for the installation as they have already made their money selling you the carpet.
This is not very common at all, and most shops will want to work with other good companies but keep it in mind when you decide to pay for the installation at a shop.
If you decide to install a carpet yourself and don’t have much experience you can end up spending more than double the time than a professional for an installation that will not look anywhere near as good.
How Many People Are Fitting It
Another way to greatly reduce the time for your carpet to be installed is by hiring a team of fitters. This is something that you will likely have little control over, but it can play a big role in getting your carpet fitted much quicker.
Other Preparation And Planning
A carpet installation job begins with preparation and planning. the amount of time this takes relates to the experience of the fitters themselves.
This will add some time to the installation process as they will have to determine the best way to cut and fit the carpet for your house. Usually, this stage will only take a matter of minutes for an experienced fitter, though.
Stairs And Other Oddly Shaped Spaces
Stairs are one of the more difficult places to fit carpet and as such usually take longer to get fitted. If you have rooms that are oddly shaped as well in terms of floorplan then this can also add up the time it will take for your carpet to get fitted.
Although this is common sense it is something that people rarely take into account before they expect a carpet installation to happen quickly.
The Verdict
The amount of time it will take to get your carpet fitted is going to depends on all of the factors above.
Sometimes it can take longer than you’d expect, and sometimes a lot less. The only thing you can control is making sure you hire somebody who is experienced, and preferably even hiring a team of fitters if you want the job to get done as quickly as possible.
Getting your carpet fitted professionally will not only make your carpet last longer, but it will save you money down the line as well.