How long does a typical flooring installation take?
It depends on the scope and the material. A single room of LVP (300–400 sq ft) usually takes one day including prep. A whole-home hardwood installation across 1,200 sq ft typically runs 2–3 days for installation, plus 1–2 additional days if we're site-finishing. Tile in a bathroom with custom layout might take 2 days just for that room. We give you a day-count estimate in the quote, and we build in buffer time rather than padding the quote.
Do I need to move my furniture?
We ask that the installation area be cleared of furniture before our crew arrives. We can help with furniture moving for an additional fee, but most clients find it's easiest to coordinate the move themselves. For room-by-room projects, we'll work with you to sequence things so you're not living without a kitchen or bedroom for multiple days at once. Large appliances like refrigerators are typically moved by us as part of the installation scope — just let us know what's involved when you fill out the form.
Can you install flooring over my existing floor?
Sometimes, yes. LVP can often go over existing tile, hardwood, or vinyl if the surface is flat, sound, and the height transition works with your doors and thresholds. Hardwood almost never should — it needs to be nailed or stapled into a proper subfloor. Carpet always requires the existing floor to come out. We'll assess this during the consultation and give you a straight answer about whether going over or pulling up makes more sense for your specific situation.
What happens if you find subfloor problems during the project?
This is something we take seriously. If we open up a floor and find rot, high moisture readings, squeaky joists, or an unlevel surface that wasn't visible before demo, we stop and call you. We'll walk you through what we found, show you photos, explain what it means for the installation, and give you an updated quote for the repair work before we touch anything additional. We never just fix it and charge you later. You always approve any scope change before work continues.
Do you supply the materials, or do I need to buy them separately?
We can do it either way. Most clients prefer a supply-and-install quote where we handle everything — sourcing, ordering, and delivery. This also means we're responsible for matching materials, handling defects, and managing returns if something arrives damaged. If you've already purchased materials yourself, we'll install them, but we can't warranty the materials themselves, only the labor. One thing to know: we always order a 10% overage on materials for cuts and future repairs. That leftover material stays with you as your repair supply.