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We have a small portion of our home that needs carpeting. THe area is 855 sq ft, and includes 6 stairs. There are also about 9 feet of transition from the carpet area to marble flooring where we do not want the carpeting to tuck under with no visible threashold.

I am just wondering what the going rate for carpet, padding and installation should be be. We received one estimate but at a little over $3k it seems a little high. Anyone purchased carpet recently? And for you guys in So Cal, any recommendations in the Orange County?