How to Hire a Hardwood Floor Contractor

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  • Hardwood floors add beauty and value to your home. If you are considering installing hardwood flooring, you may want to hire a hardwood floor contractor. Read on to learn everything you need to know about how to hire a hardwood floor contractor.

  • Hardwood floors add beauty and value to your home. If you are considering installing hardwood flooring, you may want to hire a hardwood floor contractor. Read on to learn everything you need to know about how to hire a hardwood floor contractor.

  • Introduction

    • Although installing your own hardwood floors may be tempting, for the best results you may want to hire a hardwood floor contractor. Choosing a hardwood floor contractor is just like hiring any other contractor. Look for a qualified professional with reasonable cost and time estimates.

  • Step 1: Find Leads

    • {{Img|Hardfloor_JB_032909.jpg||right}}The first step is to find a few prospective hardwood floor contractors.
    1. Look for ads in your local paper.
    2. Look in the Yellow Pages.
    3. Ask your local hardware store for recommendations.
    4. Ask friends and family for referrals.
    5. Search online.

  • Step 2: Compare Quotes

    1. Get at least three estimates.
    2. Meet with contractors to discuss labor costs.
    3. The contractor will measure your floor to help determine material costs.
      • The size of the area plus the type of hard wood flooring you choose will determine the cost of materials.
    4. In addition to labor and materials costs, you should also compare how long it will take each contractor to complete the installation.

  • Step 3: Compare Contractor Qualifications

    • Make sure the contractor is qualified to install your hardwood floors.
    1. Make sure the contractor has experience with similar hardwood floor installations.
      • You will have to determine how elaborate your installation will be.
    2. Check references.
    3. Ask to see photos of his or her previous hardwood floor installations.

  • Step 4: Sign a Contract

    • When you find the right hardwood floor contractor, create a contract detailing the terms of the job. Specify:
    1. Price.
    2. Payment schedule.
    3. Start date.
    4. Completion date.




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