Carpet and Pad Removal Costs
Removal and disposal of existing carpet and pad including staple extraction and subfloor prep for new flooring.
Cost Comparison by Location
50 locations with verified cost data
Cost Comparison — Carpet and Pad Removal
Low
$65
Typical
$448
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$482
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$461
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$445
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$501
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$471
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$479
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$474
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$449
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$453
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$522
High
$992
Low
$65
Typical
$450
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$504
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$473
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$460
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$455
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$454
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$452
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$470
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$472
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$494
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$475
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$481
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$445
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$474
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$468
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$452
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$476
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$472
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$476
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$456
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$479
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$448
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$469
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$469
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$448
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$474
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$470
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$473
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$450
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$446
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$452
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$449
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$456
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$476
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$453
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$498
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$447
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$473
High
$950
Low
$65
Typical
$464
High
$950
What Drives the Cost
About Carpet and Pad Removal Costs
Carpet and pad removal costs in Alabama vary significantly based on room size, carpet condition, and disposal requirements. The wide range reflects differences in project scope—from small closets to entire homes—as well as local labor availability and disposal infrastructure. Alabama's moderate cost of living and competitive flooring service market generally keep prices accessible compared to national averages, though specific quotes depend heavily on the complexity of removal and haul-away logistics.
Questions to Ask Your Contractor
- 1What is the total square footage you need removed, and does the quote cover the entire area?
- 2Are there any stairs, closets, or difficult-to-access areas that might affect labor time?
- 3What is included in the disposal fee—do you haul to the landfill or use a third-party service?
- 4Will you remove old adhesive or tack strips, or just the carpet and pad?
- 5Do you provide a written estimate that breaks down labor, materials, and disposal separately?
- 6What happens if the subfloor is damaged or needs repair—is that quoted separately?
- 7Are there any additional charges for moving furniture or protecting other flooring?
- 8How quickly can you schedule the removal, and is there a rush fee?
- 9Do you recycle or donate usable carpet, or does everything go to the landfill?
- 10What is your warranty or guarantee if damage occurs during removal?