Is new carpet in your future? Don’t forget to walk through installation details before you buy. It’s important to assess carpet quality and match type to intended use, but you’ll avoid hassles if you ...

Q: Our wall-to-wall carpeting has developed wrinkles over the last five years. The carpeting is still in good condition, with no staining and no signs of wear. I would like to reinstall the carpet. Do ...

Dear James: The carpeting in our living room needs to be replaced. I know how to evaluate and select the carpeting, but what is the best padding type and thickness? — Sheryl T. Dear Sheryl: Installing ...

Carpet feels great underfoot as long as it is properly cleaned, cared for, and maintained while it is in the home. Its padded surface tends to be more comfortable to stand and walk on than tile or ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. Buying carpet is something most homeowners ...

Carpet replacement typically costs $3 to $11 per square foot. A new carpet can cost from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are ...