Question: how much does it cost to replace carpet stairs with wood?
Answer: Replace Carpeted Stairs With Wood Cost To start, removing carpet costs $75 to $300. A carpenter might not tackle this part of the job but you can hire a handyman for $60 to $65 an hour. Once the carpet is gone you'll pay $100 to $200 per step. For 10 to 12 steps this costs $1,080 to $2,700, including carpet removal.