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You did it, you picked out your new flooring! You’re probably excited about how it will transform your home. Then, you get the installation quote and suddenly, there are a bunch of fees tacked on at the end. Demo fees. Floor prep. Furniture moving. Door adjustments. That’s more than you expected.
Unfortunately, flooring installation costs go beyond square footage and flooring materials. Several factors affect the final price and many homeowners discover this too late. At Hamernick’s, we do things differently. We itemize every cost upfront so you know what you’re paying for and why.
After installing flooring across Minnesota and Western Wisconsin for over 80 years, we’ve come to understand that transparency is everything. It’s time to talk about what actually affects the cost of your flooring installation.
Your Existing Flooring Makes a Huge Difference
Your existing flooring is more important than you think. For example, removing old carpet is fairly straightforward. Meanwhile, tearing out tile is a completely different story.
Why? Tile removal is labor-intensive, time-consuming and expensive. It’s not as simple as pulling up a few planks. Our team will have to chip away at adhered tile, deal with thinset or mortar and ensure your subfloor is ready for new flooring. Removing tile is hard work and labor costs are higher than removing carpet or vinyl.
At Hamernick’s, we itemize this cost separately so you understand the cost tile removal adds to your project. You can take on the demo yourself as well. If you go this route, we’ll tell you exactly what you’re saving.
Floor Height and Door Jambs: The Cost Nobody Talks About
Removing thick tile and replacing it with thinner vinyl or laminate creates a height difference. Because of this, your doors will not close properly, your transitions will look awkward and your floor will feel uneven.
What should you do? Your best bet is to build up the floor to match the original height. This prevents costly door jamb replacement and keeps everything flush and functional. Just keep in mind that floor buildup adds materials and labor to your project.
Our professional installers include this cost in your quote. That’s how we do things. We have honest conversations upfront so you don’t end up with unexpected charges later.
Wondering what your project will cost? Schedule a free in-home consultation and we’ll assess your space, explain the costs and provide a detailed, itemized quote.
Furniture Moving: Who’s Doing the Heavy Lifting?
Do you have someone who can help you move your furniture before installation? If you do, that can save you some money. Need help? Let our team take care of it.
Moving furniture adds time and labor to your project. It also comes at an additional cost. That’s why our team itemizes it separately so you can decide what makes sense for you. Clearing out the room yourself will save you a couple hundred dollars, but we can tell you exactly what you’re saving. If you need us to handle everything, we’ve got you covered.
The Hamernick’s Approach: Full Transparency, No Surprises
How do we do things differently? At Hamernick’s, we itemize every single cost associated with your flooring installation. Demo, floor prep, furniture removal, transitions, underlayment, labor, materials, nothing is left off the table. You deserve to know what you’re paying for and if you decide to DIY parts of your project, we’ll tell you exactly what you’re saving.
Ready to get a flooring installation quote that makes sense? Visit one of our showrooms in the following locations to check out our premium flooring collection:
or contact us today to learn more!
