Remove old flooring, baseboards if needed, and all debris
Inspect and repair the subfloor
Make sure the subfloor is clean, dry, and level
Measure the room and add extra carpet for trimming
Install tack strips around the perimeter, leaving a small gap from the wall
Lay carpet padding and tape seams if needed
Trim padding to fit and secure it
Roll out the carpet and position it with extra overlap on all sides
Let the carpet acclimate if recommended by the manufacturer
Attach one edge of the carpet to the tack strips
Use a knee kicker to stretch the carpet toward the opposite wall
Use a power stretcher for larger rooms
Secure the carpet on all tack strips
Trim excess carpet along the walls
Tuck the carpet edges into the gap between tack strips and baseboards
Reinstall baseboards or install new trim
Install transition strips at doorways
Vacuum the carpet and check for wrinkles or loose areas