Average Cost to Carpet a 3 Bedroom Home in NZ 2025
- 2025 cost to carpet a 3-bedroom NZ home ranges from under $3,000 to $5,600+
- Expect up to $8,300 for high-end carpet and premium underlay
- Stairs may add around $1,100–$1,700 to your total
- Prices include carpet, underlay, installation, and trim
Estimating Your Carpet Budget
Instead of square metres, carpets are priced by lineal metres (e.g. a 3.66 m wide carpet roll by the metre). A standard three-bedroom home typically requires around 20 lineal metres, depending on room layout, staircases, and hallways. Check out our best deals here – carpet your home for under $3000!
Here’s a simplified breakdown of expected costs:
Number of Bedrooms | Lineal Meters (Approximate) | Entry Level Carpet | Mid Range Carpet | Premium Carpet |
2 | 15 | $2,690 | $4,200 | $6,300 |
3 | 20 | $3,600 | $5,600 | $8,300 |
3 with stairs | 25 | $4,700 | $7,300 | $10,680 |
4 | 30 | $5,370 | $8,400 | $12,550 |
4 with stairs | 35 | $6,480 | $10,000 | $14,850 |
5 | 40 | $7,180 | $11,250 | $16,740 |
5 with stairs | 45 | $8,290 | $12,840 | $19,050 |
- Entry level carpet is based on our 26oz stock rental carpet or similar.
- Mid-range carpet is based on an SDN or comparatively priced wool from 32oz – 55oz
- Premium carpet is based on an SDN or comparatively priced wool from 55oz and up
- Pricing for entry level carpet includes 10mm underlay, for mid-range & premium pricing allows for 11mm underlay.
What Influences Your Total Cost?
A few key variables determine the final price:
- Carpet grade: Rental-grade tends to cost less, while mid-range or premium fibres cost more.
- Underlay quality: Thicker 11 mm underlay improves comfort and carpet lifespan.
- Property layout: Unusual angles or narrow rooms may increase wastage and labour time.
- Removal & prep: Taking away old carpet, prepping floors, or trimming doors adds to cost.
Why Choose John Jarvis Carpets?
- Expert installers with decades of experience across Auckland
- Accurate quotes delivered promptly after a free assessment
- Wide carpet selection from top brands at competitive prices
The estimated carpet costs provided are based on the assumption that your current flooring was installed using the traditional method, secured with smooth edge around the room. If your existing carpet has been fully glued down, additional labour may be required to remove it, which can increase the overall cost.
Keep in mind, these figures are intended as a general guide only. For a precise quote tailored to your home, we recommend booking a free measure and quote. Simply use the link below and we’ll get samples sent your way..
Note: All pricing is indicative, includes GST, and is subject to an on-site assessment prior to any installation.
