How quickly can I remove carpet from a 600 sq foot basement that isn’t glued down, and do you have any helpful tips for the process?
Asked by Tina Armashenko 
2 weeks ago
Last Updated: May 3, 2024
Hey, so I’ve got a 600 square foot basement with carpet that isn’t glued down. How long do you think it will take to remove it? Any advice on the best way to tackle this project?
It all depends on how you plan on getting rid of it. Personally, I prefer cutting it into strips first before tearing it out or breaking it down into manageable pieces. Removing the carpet is simple, but the tack strips can be a bit tricky. Investing in the $15 tool is definitely worth it and will make your life much easier. It should only take an afternoon.
Hey , could you share the link for the tool or give me specific keywords to search on Google?
To participate anonymously, try to gently place the object underneath, hit it with force, and pull it back – the more you can retrieve without damaging the wooden board, the better.
You should be able to get it out in just a few hours!!
Do you have any tools in mind that you would recommend using?
When removing the tack strips, cut the carpet into strips, then roll and tape them. If the strips are glued or nailed down, try using an ice scraper or pry bar to remove them.
Remember to wear a mask to protect yourself from the nasty dust.
It will probably take around 2 hours.
It might take a bit longer than 30 minutes for the nail strips.
The sharp knife easily cuts through 3-ft rolls. Let me know if you need help slicing or dicing!
Be careful with a sharp knife when slicing and dicing 3-foot rolls.
Make sure you wear a mask to protect yourself from the nasty dust.
Cutting it into 3-4 foot strips will definitely make the removal process much easier
Took me a few hours. I removed carpet from around 800 square feet (along with tack strips and glued AND stapled down pad) over the course of about 3 days. Spent an additional 2 days removing tile from a guest bathroom. Just take it slow, make sure to use a SHARP razor knife to cut into strips, and wear a dust mask.
If it’s not firmly attached, it shouldn’t take too long. Just cut it and tear it into smaller pieces for easier removal.