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Carpet Pricing

Carpet Pricing

Carpet prices are usually given in cost per square foot. It is very easy to calculate the total square footage of the area that needs to be covered. Square footage is determined by multiplying the width by the length of the area. When you take your measurements, it is important to include inches and not round down or up. You can convert the inches to a decimal place to make the calculation less complicated. In most cases, you should have at least 12 feet as a minimum for one of your multipliers. This is because carpet usually does not come in rolls less than 12 feet in width.


There are thousands of style, material, and color combinations available in carpet. Carpet is no different than any other building material in that you will most likely get what you pay for. Business managers use what is known as a LCA or life cycle analysis to determine the true cost of carpet. The homeowner should use a similar method to make a determination of the true cost of carpeting. Once you are armed with an LCA, you can make the best choice based on your individual needs and budget.

The LCA takes into consideration the estimated life span of the carpet. The carpet with a very low price per square inch might be expected to last a short time in an area of heavy traffic. It might also require much more maintenance to keep it clean and serviceable during its lifespan. On the other hand, a carpet with a much higher initial cost might last three times as long and be almost maintenance free. When viewed in this manner, the second carpet might be the more economical choice despite its higher price tag.