How Much Does Carpet Cost in Salt Lake City?
The Quick Answer
At Vama Flooring, most mid-grade carpet in the Salt Lake City area runs about $3–$6 per square foot, and nicer carpet about $4–$8 per square foot, including pad and installation. Wool and premium carpet are quoted per project.
For example, a 12×12 bedroom (144 square feet) usually comes to about $430–$865 in mid-grade carpet, and a 1,000-square-foot basement about $3,000–$6,000.
Want a number for your home? Schedule a free estimate.
What's Included in the Price
A good carpet quote should include more than the carpet. Ours are itemized so you can see:
- The carpet
- Carpet pad
- Installation by our own trained crews
- Stairs, if any
- Transitions and trim
- Removal of the old flooring and furniture moving, if needed
When you compare bids, make sure they cover the same carpet, the same pad and the same prep, stairs and trim work. A low number that leaves something out usually isn't the better deal.
What Changes the Price
Fiber. Wool usually costs the most, then nylon, then polyester. Wool is natural and resilient, nylon is tough and bounces back well, and polyester is soft and budget friendly.
Amount of yarn. More yarn in the construction usually means a denser, longer-lasting carpet.
Solution-dyed vs. dyed yarn. Solution-dyed fibers hold their color better and resist stains and fading, which matters in busy homes.
Pad. The pad affects how the carpet feels underfoot and how long it lasts. A better pad costs a little more but pays off.
Stairs and furniture. Stairs take more time and material than flat floors, and moving furniture adds labor.
Watch Out for "Free Installation"
"Free installation" offers usually aren't free. The labor is often hidden in an inflated pad price, and pad doesn't cost 7 to 10 dollars a yard.
Ask every company for an itemized quote that lists the carpet, pad and labor separately, so you can compare apples to apples. We're happy to walk you through any competing bid. See our carpet installation page for more on how we price carpet.
How Long It Takes
Carpet is one of the quickest floors to install. We'll give you an install date and a timeline with your estimate.
Before install day: clear small items, breakables and electronics from the rooms, and ask us about moving furniture. You can walk on new carpet as soon as we're done.
Getting an Accurate Quote
The fastest way to an exact price is a free in-home estimate. We'll measure your rooms and stairs, talk through fiber and pad, and give you an itemized quote.
See all of our carpet installation services, or visit our showrooms in Salt Lake City and Sandy to see and feel carpet samples in person.
Why Choose Vama
- Locally owned since 2006. Twenty years installing carpet and floors in Utah.
- Transparent pricing. Free, itemized estimates.
- Trained installers. Our own crews, start to finish.
- Warrantied work. A one-year labor warranty plus the manufacturer's warranty on the product.
- Financing available.
Carpet Cost FAQ
How much does carpet cost per square foot installed in Salt Lake City?
At Vama, mid-grade carpet is usually about $3–$6 per square foot and nicer carpet about $4–$8, including pad and installation. Wool is quoted per project.
Is wool carpet worth it?
For many homes, yes. Wool is natural, resilient and long-lasting. It costs more up front, and we install a lot of it.
What's the best carpet fiber for kids and pets?
Nylon is a durable, easy-care choice for busy homes. Solution-dyed fibers also resist stains and fading.
Is carpet cheaper than LVP or hardwood?
Usually. Our LVP installs run about $5–$8 per square foot and hardwood about $9–$15, compared with about $3–$8 for carpet with pad.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Every estimate is free and itemized, and financing is available.