Carpet Installation Cost in Chapel Hill, NC

What is the cost to Install Carpeting in Chapel Hill, NC?

Knowing the carpet installation in Chapel Hill 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 Chapel Hill 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 Chapel Hill costs have been $738.62 to $915.70.

To breakdown that number by square foot the averages are $3.69 to $4.58 per square foot. This number includes the following:

1. Average labor costs per hour in Chapel Hill which are typical of carpet installation projects.
2. Materials and equipment costs necessary to install carpeting in Chapel Hill, NC, 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. Chapel Hill permits required for carpet installation projects, which may also include inspection and building fees. Please contact Chapel Hill city government to inquire which permits may be necessary.
2. Supply and material city sales taxes in Chapel Hill, 27514 area.
3. Supply and material county and state sales taxes in Orange county, North Carolina.
4. Chapel Hill 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 Chapel Hill carpet installation projects.

Carpet Installation Chapel Hill Projects - Cost Breakdown:

1. $196.26 to $210.31 - typical hourly labor costs seen for carpet installation Chapel Hill projects in 2014.
2. $51.06 to $55.29 - typical costs associated with Chapel Hill carpet installation projects in 2014. This figure may include adhesives, manufacturer recommended underlayment, surface sealants and fasteners, as required.
3. $32.78 to $46.58 - carpet edge trimmer, hot melt seaming tool and 20' stretcher costs, as well as any other necessary equipment and machinery.
4. $458.53 to $603.52 - Chapel Hill 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 Chapel Hill 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 Chapel Hill. Please use our “Get Estimate” button to get real free quotes from local companies.