How long will it take to install and finish a new floor?
The size and complexity of the job will determine the time from beginning to end. For example, our installers will install more square feet of hardwood in a large square living room, than a narrow hall with several closets. Custom work such as medallions or border wraps take more time. Below are the steps that our in house installers will take to complete your job. The time per step will tell us the total time needed to complete your job. Step 1 = Prep It may be necessary to remove existing carpet or under layment before we can start the install: we may need to re-screw your sub floor back to the joists for squeak prevention.. Baseboards may need to be removed and plastic may need to be hung. The time for this depends on the job and could last from ½ to 2 days. Fixtures that are connected to a water source (I.e.: toilets, refrigerators, etc) may need to be moved by the homeowner or a plumber. We are excellent flooring installers, but bad plumbers. Step 2 = Install On the average, our i