Quick Takeaways
- Stretching starts at $1 per square foot; stair stretching is $15 per step.
- Patches under 12 inches square are $125 each; seam repair is $45 per linear foot.
- Most visits have a $110 minimum. The final quote depends on the repair and access.
The starting rates
316 Carpet Cleaning Services prices carpet stretching at $1 per square foot and stair stretching at $15 per step. A patch under 12 inches square is $125. Seam repair is $45 per linear foot. Most visits have a $110 minimum.
These rates help you plan. The final quote depends on carpet condition, the repair area, donor material, furniture, and access. Larger patches and work outside these listed items need an assessment rather than an assumed rate.
How carpet stretching is measured
For a rectangular room, multiply length by width to estimate square footage. A 12-by-15-foot room is 180 square feet. At $1 per square foot, that gives an illustrative stretching estimate of $180 before any other work or adjustments.
This is a made-up measurement example, not a past customer job. Do not measure only the visible wrinkle: the technician may need to stretch a larger area to restore tension. Connected spaces and room shape can change the scope.
Stair stretching and the visit minimum
At $15 per step, 12 steps give an illustrative calculation of $180. Five steps calculate to $75, but most visits have a $110 minimum, so that smaller visit would start at the minimum before other work or adjustments.
These are arithmetic examples, not fixed quotes. Explain which steps are loose and whether edges or nosing are damaged. A repair involving more than stretching needs its own assessment.
Patches and matching carpet
The listed $125 patch rate applies to a patch under 12 inches square. Confirm the dimensions and whether suitable donor carpet is available. A larger damaged area should be quoted separately.
Matching material does not guarantee an invisible result. Fading, wear, texture, and pile direction affect how it blends. If a donor piece comes from a closet, ask what is needed to finish that area and whether it changes the quote.
Seam repair uses length, not room area
At $45 per linear foot, three feet of seam repair gives an illustrative estimate of $135. Measure the length of the damaged seam rather than multiplying the room dimensions.
An open seam may also have frayed edges or damage that prevents a simple re-bond. Photos help with planning, but the quote should account for what can actually be repaired.
What can change the estimate?
Furniture access, loose tack strips, damaged padding, carpet condition, and donor material can change the work. Tell us about stairs, tight access, odors, or dampness before the appointment so the estimate can account for them.
Cleaning is separate from the repair rates shown here. If you want both on the same visit, ask for an itemized quote. The calculator is a planning tool; confirm the final scope and price before work begins.
Is repair worth the cost?
Start with the condition of the carpet you would keep. A limited repair may be practical when the rest is sound. Widespread wear, failing backing, or deeper contamination can make replacement a better choice.
Compare the full repair scope with replacement rather than comparing a single patch rate with the cost of an entire new floor. The repair guide below explains what to inspect before deciding.
Get a more useful quote
- Send a wide photo and a close photo of the damage.
- Include room dimensions, step count, patch size, or seam length.
- Mention furniture that blocks access.
- Say whether matching donor carpet is available.
- Ask what is included and confirm the visit minimum.
When to Call 316 Carpet Cleaning Services
If you want a local technician to inspect the problem, explain what is realistic, and handle the cleaning instead of guessing, start with our carpet repair in St. George.