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Taking carpet off stairs is an easy but multi-step process you can usually do yourself. If you have the right tools, time, and oomph to finish the job, removing carpet from stairs can be an easy-to-medium difficulty task, depending on your stairs, the type of carpet installed, and how willing you are to get your hands dirty. It’s important to review the process, gather the right tools before you begin, and follow a tutorial or directions while you work.

When choosing whether to install carpet in your home, consider the pros and cons of this change:

Pros

• More affordable than laminate flooring

• Gives the room a warmer feel

• Softer on feet

• Wide variety of textures and colors

• Hides dirt easily

• Faster and easier to install

Cons

• Shows wear and tear more quickly than laminate flooring

• Shows stains

• Soaks up liquids

• May not work well in some areas, such as a bathroom

• Less durable than laminate flooring

• Susceptible to water damage, mold, and mildew

Carpet padding costs an average of $510 to purchase and install in a 225-square-foot room. The price can range from as low as $170 to as much as $850, depending on the brand, the thickness, and the labor cost. Although carpet padding will increase the overall cost of carpet installation, it also helps the carpet hold up longer, reduces noise in the room, and provides more insulation.

The costs range from $3 to $10 per square foot, depending on the carpet type, labor, and subfloor preparation.