A hardwood floor can enhance the curb appeal of your home and adds to its real estate value. It’s strong, durable, easy to clean, low maintenance, and long-lasting, making it cost-effective in the long run.
The basic steps of hardwood floor installation
- Choose the correct hardwood floor to fit your home best. Don’t forget to consider the moisture levels in your area.
- Remove the layering of the old floor and dispose of the waste effectively.
- Repair the subflooring to prevent bouncing and creaking of the installed hardwood floor.
- Prep the new floor by allowing it to rest inside your house for about a week or two to adjust well to the temperature and humidity.
- Laying down the new flooring starts from the nooks and crannies around doors, walls, and vents. It’s essential to get these first few boards right to avoid putting them down unevenly.
The benefits of hiring a professional floor installation service
Flooring contractors know all the tips and tricks on removing the old floor, cleaning up the work area after, and installing the new floor, so a basic job would last them only a day or two without you having to put in any extra effort. You can schedule installation as per your convenience, and it will be delivered within the given timeframe.
A flooring technician is well equipped with all the tools and supplies to get the job done that you may otherwise have to buy or rent when DIY-ing. The tools required for installing a wood floor are a variable speed drill, drill bits, staple gun, tape measure, pry bar, hammer, table and chop saw, chalk line, and nail set. In contrast, the materials required are hardwood, modular porch system kit, vapor barrier paper, pneumatic flooring package, and wood putty. It’s near impossible for you to find all of these at home.
Flooring technicians are also well informed about the quality of the products and the conditions under which they were manufactured, enabling them to make better suggestions on the type of flooring that would suit you best whether you choose to renovate or install new floors.
A good contractor will check the subflooring for any underlying problems such as mold or water damage once the old flooring has been removed. If they detect damage, they’ll address the issue before installing the new floor.
Often, professional hardwood installation services provide a warranty for the manufacturer’s materials used and the contractor’s workmanship. This warranty is especially valuable when you seek flooring as an investment or for commercial purposes.
At Five Star Hardwood Floor, we’re a team of local professionals for hardwood flooring in Seattle, WA. Our services include installation, dustless refinishing, and recoating. We’re now operational in Woodinville, Kirkland, and Bellevue. Contact us for free estimates after an in-home consultation session.