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Replacing carpet with hardwood floors
Swapping carpet for hardwood is one of the most noticeable upgrades you can make to a home. It is also one of the more predictable projects, because carpet comes up cleanly and we can see the subfloor right away.
- Samples brought to your home
- Every room measured at the visit
- Materials and installation in one written quote
- Professional installation
Sometimes there is original hardwood under the carpet. If there is, we check whether it can be refinished before quoting new floors.
How it works
1. Check under the carpet
We lift a corner at the estimate when possible to see what is underneath.
2. Remove carpet and pad
Carpet, pad, tack strip and staples removed and hauled away.
3. Fix the subfloor
Squeaks re-fastened, low spots leveled, moisture tested.
4. Install and convert stairs
New floor installed and carpeted stairs converted to wood treads.
Hardwood, laminate or vinyl?
Hardwood gives you a floor that can be refinished. Waterproof laminate and luxury vinyl plank cost less in many cases and handle pets and spills well. Many homeowners choose hardwood for living areas and a waterproof floor for kitchens, laundry rooms and kids' rooms. See laminate vs. luxury vinyl.
Carpeted stairs
Stairs are often the part people notice most. We replace carpeted stairs with solid treads stained to match the new floor, or with matching nosings when the floor is laminate or vinyl. Stair treads and staircase remodeling.
Cost factors
Total cost depends on the floor you choose, square footage, subfloor repairs, the number of stairs and whether risers are painted or stained, plus baseboards and transitions.
Call for pricing or book a free in-home estimate. Material and installation are quoted per project after we measure.
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Questions we hear
How long does it take to replace carpet with hardwood?+
It depends on square footage, the installation method and the stairs. We give you a schedule with the written quote.
Can hardwood go directly over the old subfloor?+
Usually, once carpet, pad and tack strip are removed and the subfloor is flat, dry and solid. We check at the estimate.
Is there hardwood under my carpet?+
In many older Los Angeles homes there is. If it is in good condition and thick enough, refinishing can be an option.
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We bring the showroom to your doorstep
We bring samples to your home, measure your rooms and give you a written quote. The estimate is free.