When should I call a tradie instead of DIY?

Call a licensed tradie if the job is outside your skill level, involves regulated work (electrical, gas, plumbing past the tap), or you're unsure about safety.

Flooring & Tiling · Floors

Patch a Carpet Burn

Q: How much does a tradie charge for patch a carpet burn?

Estimated tradie cost: $220–$400.

Cut a clean square around the damage with a sharp knife, then take a matching patch from a wardrobe offcut. Apply double-sided carpet tape underneath and press the patch in, aligning the pile direction.

Likely issue

Localised carpet fibre damage

DIY difficulty

2/5

Estimated DIY cost

$15

Estimated tradie cost

$220–$400

Tools required

Sharp utility knife
Straight edge
Scissors

Materials required

Double-sided carpet tape$15

Step-by-step instructions

Find a hidden offcut from inside a wardrobe or under furniture.
Cut a clean square around the damage with a sharp knife, then take a matching patch from a wardrobe offcut. Apply double-sided carpet tape underneath and press the patch in, aligning the pile direction.

Safety warnings

Wear appropriate PPE (gloves, safety glasses), isolate power or water where relevant, and stop work if anything looks unsafe or unfamiliar.

When to call a tradie

Call a licensed tradie if the work is outside the scope of this guide, involves regulated trades (electrical, gas, structural, waterproofing), or if you discover hidden damage. A professional will typically charge $220–$400.

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