Real project · West Covina
When laminate fails
In West Covina an old laminate floor sank and split at the joints because the slab was never leveled. We fixed the base before anything new went down.
Is laminate right for you?
Laminate is a photo layer of wood under a hard wear layer, on a fiberboard core. It resists scratches well and costs less than hardwood. It cannot be sanded and refinished, and most laminate does not like standing water. For bathrooms and laundry rooms we usually suggest vinyl or SPC instead.
Apartments and condos
Many buildings require a sound underlayment under floating floors. We check your building rules before we order material, and we talk to the building manager when needed. One client wrote that we handled some challenges with her building manager and still delivered a floor she loves.
Prep makes the difference
A floating floor shows every bump in the subfloor. We remove the old flooring, level low spots and make sure the floor is flat before laminate goes down.
Want to see laminate options? Our project manager brings samples to your home at the free estimate, so you can see them in your own rooms.
From our jobs
Real projects, real reasons
What made these clients call us, and what we did.
How it works
- EstimateWe measure and check building rules.
- PrepOld floor out, subfloor flattened.
- UnderlaymentThe right pad for sound and moisture.
- InstallPlanks, trim and transitions.
Recent laminate floor installation work
How the price is set
Every floor is different, so we do not quote from a chart. We come to your home for free, look at the floor, measure, and give you a written price for your project. You decide with no pressure. If you want to compare quotes, take your time.
If you already bought your own material, we can do the labor only. If you need material, we supply it as part of the job. We do not sell material on its own, because we are a contractor and not a store.
Questions about laminate floor installation
Laminate or vinyl?
Laminate has a harder surface. Vinyl and SPC handle water better. We help you pick by room.
Do you install laminate I already bought?
Yes. We check it first to make sure it is the right product for the room.
Where we do this work
Across Los Angeles County, including:
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Vinyl Floor Installation
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SPC Flooring Installation
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Hardwood Floor Installation
Solid, engineered, herringbone and custom parquet, with the subfloor done right.
Free in-home estimate
Get a free estimate at your home
A project manager comes to your home with our mobile showroom, measures, shows samples in your own light and gives you a written price. No cost and no obligation.