1. Room Area (sq ft)
Area = Length × Width
The total floor area of your room in square feet.
2. Convert to Square Yards
sq yd = sq ft ÷ 9
Carpet is sold by the square yard in the US, so we convert from sq ft.
3. Add Waste Allowance
Order Amount = sq yd × (1 + waste%)
Accounts for cutting, pattern matching, and irregular room shapes.
4. Calculate Total Cost
Total = Order Amount × (Carpet $/sq yd + Labor $/sq yd)
Carpet material cost plus professional installation labor.
Tip: Average carpet costs $25-$50/sq yd for mid-range options. Labor typically adds $4-$8/sq yd. Premium carpet can reach $80+/sq yd. Always add 10-15% waste for most rooms.