Flooring

A homeowner calls about flooring when a room feels worn, outdated, or the existing surface is damaged beyond repair. Maybe the carpet is stained, the tile is cracked, or the hardwood has deep scratches. They want a durable, good-looking floor that fits their daily life and matches the rest of the house.

We start by removing the old flooring and checking the subfloor for level, rot, or squeaks. Any low spots get patched, and we sand or screw down loose boards. Then we lay underlayment, cut the new material to fit the room—staggering joints on hardwood, leaving expansion gaps for vinyl—and install transition strips at doorways.

The job differs based on the room shape, number of doorways, and whether the subfloor needs significant repair. Material choice matters: tile requires more cutting and grout work, while hardwood takes longer to acclimate and nail. Access to the room, furniture moving, and the size of the area all affect how many days the crew needs.

On the day of installation, we lay drop cloths through the path from the truck to the work area. We move furniture into a protected zone or an adjacent room. After cutting, we vacuum dust and bag scraps. Before we arrive, you should clear the room of breakables and small items; after we finish, avoid heavy traffic for 24 hours.

We match existing flooring when extending a room, blending new hardwood with old for a seamless look. This requires careful grain matching and color selection. We also handle subfloor prep so your new floor sits flat and lasts without squeaks or lippage.

The cost is driven by the material you choose, the square footage, and the condition of the subfloor. We provide a written estimate that covers all labor and materials. You will know the total before we begin.