Carpet Installation Cost in Allentown, PA

What is the cost to Install Carpeting in Allentown, PA?

Knowing the carpet installation in Allentown costs is important to being able to effectively plan and budget your project. While there are general nationwide numbers available, they usually do not include local factors that may impact the final price, which may include: local hourly labor wages, materials costs, as well as productivity rates. There may be certain Allentown permits required by local state and city laws, which can raise the total cost as well.

Our numbers show that on average in 2014 total carpet installation Allentown costs have been $788.77 to $969.43.

To breakdown that number by square foot the averages are $3.94 to $4.84 per square foot. This number includes the following:

1. Average labor costs per hour in Allentown which are typical of carpet installation projects.
2. Materials and equipment costs necessary to install carpeting in Allentown, PA, as well as any applicable delivery charges.
3. Any applicable project preparation (necessary components, machinery and surface preparation) and cleanup fees.

Please note that our figures do not include:

1. Allentown permits required for carpet installation projects, which may also include inspection and building fees. Please contact Allentown city government to inquire which permits may be necessary.
2. Supply and material city sales taxes in Allentown, 18101 area.
3. Supply and material county and state sales taxes in Lehigh county, Pennsylvania.
4. Allentown general contractor fees, if used for the project. Such fees usually add another 15% to the total. Using a general contractor is generally not required for Allentown carpet installation projects.

Carpet Installation Allentown Projects - Cost Breakdown:

1. $246.41 to $264.04 - typical hourly labor costs seen for carpet installation Allentown projects in 2014.
2. $51.06 to $55.29 - typical costs associated with Allentown carpet installation projects in 2014. This figure may include fasteners, manufacturer recommended underlayment, surface sealants and adhesives, as required.
3. $32.78 to $46.58 - 20' stretcher, carpet edge trimmer and hot melt seaming tool costs, as well as any other necessary equipment and machinery.
4. $458.53 to $603.52 - Allentown retail costs typically seen for 200 square feet of carpet installation.

Use these figures as rough guidelines, in order to do preliminary budgeting. We always recommend contacting several local Allentown contractors that specialize in carpet installation projects. Getting estimates from several pros will help you get a better idea of local costs to install carpeting in Allentown. Please use our “Get Estimate” button to get real free quotes from local companies.