Six things: the carpet, the pad, professional installation by in-house crews, furniture moving, haul-away of your old carpet and pad, and a 2-year labor warranty on the workmanship. The only items outside the standard scope are stairs, which are priced separately, and significant subfloor repairs, which are quoted as an add-on if identified during the in-home visit — before you commit to anything.
Quick Facts
- Every option is American-made and selected from CarpetNow’s mobile showroom — you see samples in your actual lighting before committing; use the carpet calculator for a cost estimate by room size and tier beforehand
- Padding is included in every quote — budget installers commonly charge separately or use thinner pad to cut costs; our carpet padding guide explains why density and construction matter
- Installation is done by CarpetNow’s own employees, not subcontractors — the same company that sold you the carpet does the install; see the installation expectations guide for what to expect on the day
- Furniture moving is included — no need to clear rooms beforehand; unusually heavy or fragile items are flagged during the in-home consultation
- The 2-year labor warranty covers installation workmanship — seams, stretching, edge work — separate from the carpet manufacturer’s product warranty
What’s Not Included
- Stairs — priced separately as its own line item due to additional labor; our stair runner guide covers the options available
- Significant subfloor repairs — identified and quoted during the in-home visit before installation begins, never surfaced as a surprise charge on installation day
- Everything else — material, pad, labor, furniture moving, disposal, and the labor warranty — is in the number you agree to; see how that compares to big box pricing in our guide to avoiding carpet installation scams
Not sure which carpet tier fits your budget? The carpet variants guide walks through construction and fiber differences before you schedule.
Schedule a free in-home consultation and get a complete installed price before we leave your driveway.
CarpetNow’s average turnaround from order to installation is 3 days. Same-week installs are common. Because we stock carpet locally in Texas rather than pulling from national distribution centers, we’re not subject to the shipping and warehouse delays that add weeks to big box timelines. If you need carpet fast, that’s specifically what CarpetNow was built for.
Why CarpetNow Can Move This Quickly
The speed comes from how the operation is structured. CarpetNow keeps inventory in Texas, which means when you place an order, your carpet doesn’t need to ship from a regional warehouse or wait in a fulfillment queue. It’s already here.
Big box retailers typically operate through national distribution networks. Your carpet may need to be ordered, shipped to a regional hub, transferred to a local store, and then scheduled for a contractor crew — a process that can take two to four weeks even for standard jobs. CarpetNow cuts all of that out.
Our crews are in-house employees, not third-party contractors who need to be scheduled through a separate company. When your carpet is ready, our team is ready. That alignment is what makes same-week installation realistic rather than exceptional.
Who Benefits Most From Fast Turnaround
Sellers preparing to list. If you’re getting a home ready to go on the market, carpet condition is one of the first things buyers and agents notice. Waiting three weeks for installation can delay your listing date, which in the Texas market can mean real money. CarpetNow’s timeline fits the pace of a real estate transaction. The CRI notes that new carpet is one of the most effective pre-listing improvements a seller can make, and our 3-day turnaround means you don’t have to choose between listing sooner and listing with fresh carpet. If you’re working with a realtor, our Pay-at-Close program means the seller doesn’t have to pay anything upfront — and knowing whether to replace carpet or offer an allowance is a question our team can help answer during the consultation.
Homeowners who’ve already waited long enough. If you’ve been living on worn or damaged carpet while putting off the project, waiting another few weeks for availability doesn’t make sense. The Carpet and Rug Institute notes that carpet condition directly affects indoor air quality and overall home environment, and prolonging the replacement timeline doesn’t improve either.
Anyone on a tight schedule. Moving into a new home, hosting a family event, or finishing a renovation — if you have a date that matters, CarpetNow can typically work around it. The in-home consultation confirms your order, and installation follows within days.
How Does the Process Work Start to Finish?
The timeline starts from the moment you place your order, not from when you first reach out. Here’s how it typically runs:
| Stage | Typical Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Schedule a free in-home consultation | Same day or next day |
| Consultant visits, measures, and you select carpet | During consultation |
| Order confirmed | Same day as consultation |
| Installation | Within 3 days of the order |
| Old carpet removed, new carpet installed | Installation day |
The in-home consultation is where carpet is selected, rooms are measured, and the all-inclusive price is confirmed. There’s no trip to a showroom, no waiting for samples in the mail, and no callback to schedule installation separately. Everything moves in one sequence.
For a detailed walkthrough of what happens on installation day itself, the CarpetNow installation expectations page covers what to expect from arrival through cleanup.
Does Speed Affect Installation Quality?
No. Our installation crews follow CRI 105 residential installation standards, which are the only residential carpet installation standards recognized by the carpet industry. Fast turnaround doesn’t mean shortcuts — it means we’ve built a supply chain and crew structure that supports quick scheduling without sacrificing the process.
Every installation is backed by a 2-year labor warranty on the workmanship. That warranty exists because we stand behind the quality of the installation, regardless of how quickly we got there.
The FTC advises homeowners to ask contractors about timelines, crew qualifications, and warranty terms before agreeing to any home improvement job. CarpetNow’s answers are straightforward: 3-day average turnaround, in-house crews, 2-year labor warranty.
What If I Need Carpet Even Faster?
Call us at 1-888-4AFREEQUOTE and explain your timeline. If your situation is urgent, we’ll tell you exactly what’s possible. In many cases we can move faster than 3 days depending on current scheduling and your location in the Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, or San Antonio markets.
You can also use the CarpetNow carpet calculator to estimate costs before you call, so you’re ready to move forward quickly when you speak with us.
The Carpet and Rug Institute recommends choosing a professional installer who can provide clear scheduling commitments upfront — not a rough estimate that stretches once you’ve paid a deposit. At CarpetNow, the timeline is confirmed before installation is scheduled, so you know exactly when to expect us.
Ready to get new carpet on your schedule? Schedule your free in-home consultation and CarpetNow will come to you, confirm your order, and install within days.
