Which carpet to install in bedrooms in a rental property?

[Andy K]

Hi all,

We need to install new carpet in 3 bedrooms in a mid-end rental property in So Cal, and I would like some advice on which is the best type of carpet to install. I did some reading online, and came up with the below parameters on which the choice of carpet can be based:

Carpet material: Nylon/Polyester(PET)/Triexta, etc

Carpet cut: Cut-pile/Plush/Berber/Loop, etc

Carpet Face weight: 14oz/17oz/25oz, etc

Carpet pad: 8lbs, etc..

I spoke to a few carpet stores in town, but each one of them told me a different choice. So, at this point, I am not very clear on the best one to install.

Bedrooms are generally lower traffic areas, so the carpet may not go through a lot of wear and tear, like the stairs? I would like the carpet to be economical in price, but also not so flimsy that it falls apart and I would need to replace it again after 2 years. 

Can folks please suggest which carpet type will be a good one to use, based on parameters like carpet material, the cut, face weight, etc. Also, how much do you pay for cost/yard including labor+material? And which stores in So Cal can I get the carpet at the best price? Thanks for your help.

- Andy.