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Typical cost

$170–$850

Average $510

Low end
$60
High end
$1,350

National price data from Angi (HomeAdvisor). Updated June 2026.

Carpet padding cost near me

Most people pay $170–$850, about $510 on average. Enter your ZIP to compare free quotes from top-rated pros near you.

Carpet padding price breakdown

Most people pay $170–$850 for carpet padding. Compare free quotes from local pros below to see what your project will cost near you.

Size
Square FootageAverage Cost Range (Materials & Labor)
200$150–$750
400$300–$1,500
600$450–$2,250
800$600–$3,000
1,000$750–$3,750
2,000$1,500–$7,500

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1. Texas Carpet Services

Top ProGreat 4.8(175)
Great value
  • 250 hires
  • Serves your area
  • Responds in about 20 minutes
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Lauren K. says, “We had a wooden block on the sub floor that had been carpeted over by previous carpet installer. Pablo was very quick and careful with removing the block and making sure to patch the padding and did a great job stretching the carpet back into place. I would highly recommend him for any floor and carpet jobs in the future.”

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2. REE Flooring

Exceptional 5.0(8)
  • 3 hires
  • Serves your area
  • Background checked

Esther V. says, “I’m extremely happy I choose REE Flooring to work on my home! They were super easy to talk to and very professional! I loveeee my restroom and will definitely contract them again to do my flooring in the rest of my home next .”

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3. Martinez flooring and painting

Good 4.2(67)
  • 79 hires
  • Serves your area
  • Background checked

Dennis D. says, “Mr. Edward and his workers were quick to respond and knowledgeable in completing what was requested. I'm very pleased with the way the way my floors came out. Thanks again Edward.”

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FAQs

Answers to commonly asked questions about carpet padding near you.

How much does carpet padding cost?

Most people pay $170–$850 for carpet padding, based on national price data from Angi (HomeAdvisor). The average is about $510. Small jobs can cost as little as $60, while large or complex ones can reach $1,350.

What's the cheapest option for carpet padding?

In the "Size" comparison, 200 is the least expensive at $150–$750, and 2,000 costs the most at $1,500–$7,500.

How do I get the best price on carpet padding?

Get quotes from at least three flooring pros, share photos and measurements up front, and ask what each quote includes (materials, labor, travel, cleanup). Prices well below $170 can mean a smaller scope or lower-quality materials.

Is it free to get quotes?

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Reviews for local flooring pros

From Lauren K.Texas Carpet Services
“We had a wooden block on the sub floor that had been carpeted over by previous carpet installer. Pablo was very quick and careful with removing the block and making sure to patch the padding and did a great job stretching the carpet back into place. I would highly recommend him for any floor and carpet jobs in the future.”
From Esther V.REE Flooring
“I’m extremely happy I choose REE Flooring to work on my home! They were super easy to talk to and very professional! I loveeee my restroom and will definitely contract them again to do my flooring in the rest of my home next .”
From Dennis D.Martinez flooring and painting
“Mr. Edward and his workers were quick to respond and knowledgeable in completing what was requested. I'm very pleased with the way the way my floors came out. Thanks again Edward.”
From Kim W.Zaragoza Floors
“They did a great job!”

More carpet padding prices

Carpet Pad Cost by Material
Pad MaterialMaterial Cost per Sq. Ft.Installed Cost Range per Sq. Ft.
Rebonded foam$0.25–$0.80$0.75–$1.55
Prime foam$0.25–$1.50$1–$2.25
Fiber, jute, or felt$0.35–$1.25$0.85–$2
Waffle rubber$0.50–$1$1–$1.75
Memory foam$0.50–$1$1–$1.75
Frothed foam$0.50–$2$1–$2.75
Flat rubber$0.75–$3$1.25–$3.75

What affects carpet padding cost

  • Carpet pad material

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Where these prices come from

The ranges on this page are national figures published by Angi (HomeAdvisor), most recently updated June 2026. The typical range is what most customers paid; low and high ends are the cheapest and most expensive jobs reported. The starting prices in the pro list are set by each pro and reflect your ZIP code.

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