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Is it cheaper to lay flooring or carpet?

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Answered Oct 06, 2026
In almost all standard residential remodeling scenarios, installing wall-to-wall carpeting is significantly cheaper than laying hard surface flooring such as hardwood, tile, or luxury vinyl plank. Carpet materials are generally less expensive per square foot, and wall-to-wall installation requires minimal subfloor preparation, whereas hard surfaces often demand extensive leveling, underlayment installation, specialized cutting tools, and complex grouting or clicking labor. Consequently, budget-conscious homeowners frequently choose carpet to cover large square footage at a fraction of the cost of hard surface flooring.
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