How Much Does It Cost To Install Flooring?

$15,742

(2,500 sq.ft. of wood parquet flooring)

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Flooring Costs

Indoor Cost Guides Flooring Flooring Costs

Flooring material is the interior face of the building floor structure that must withstand the expected traffic and provide the aesthetic and comfort needs of the occupants.

The cost to install average roofing depends upon type, material and finish grade, covered area, preparation and special needs, and the labor rate.

Type and cost summary

In the following table the Cost figure is based on average flooring for a 2,500 sq.ft. home with partitions and 500 linear feet of baseboard; and includes transport, material, equipment, and waste.

Type	Pros	Cons	Cost
Vinyl sheet	Lowest cost	Tearing	$8,431
	Easy to clean	Shorter life
		Plain appearance
Laminate plank	More durable	Creaking	$14,116
	Moderate cost	Color matching
		Touch-up
Wood parquet	Durable	Maintain finish	$14,783
	Moderate cost
	Color matching
Bamboo plank	Durable	Maintain finish	$15,742
	Style	Creaking
	Color matching
Wood plank	Durable	Maintain finish	$17,151
	Style	Creaking
	Color matching
Carpeting	High comfort	Cleaning	$18,589
	Insulating	Is absorbent
	Color matching	Less durable

Other considerations and costs

Typical upgrades and accessories are reviewed in the related Cost Guide.
These prices are for service in the immediate area of the provider.
Taxes and permit fees are not included.
The work area must be free of all furniture and other objects.
During contractor inspection the homeowner should be informed of any repair concerns like rot, and any cost to adapt the existing structure.

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DIY considerations

This project may be suitable for the well-prepared DIY.

References

Craftsman Estimator Costbook, complete series year 2015.
Latest prices found on Home Depot and other vendor Web sites.
Literature review of DIY Web sites.

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