The FLSA does not require extra pay for weekend or night work. However, the FLSA does require that covered, nonexempt workers be paid not less than time and one-half the employee's regular rate for time worked over 40 hours in a workweek.
As of 2014, carpet installers are usually tipped $10 to $15 per job when the job includes removing old carpeting, installation and cleanup. For installation only, carpet installers are usually tipped $5 to $10 each. Continue Reading.
Trim the Carpet. Use a trimmer to trim the carpet against the baseboard, and tuck down into the gulley. The trimmer can be rented or purchased for approximately $35 to $40. Work in 3' to 4' sections at a time.