Chicago flooring and remodeling services
Hardwood is an investment that pays back in resale value, durability, and visual warmth that no manufactured product replicates. The decision usually comes down to solid versus engineered, prefinished versus site-finished, and species — oak, maple, walnut, hickory each look and wear differently.
We install both solid hardwood and engineered hardwood. Engineered handles humidity swings and basement applications better; solid hardwood can be sanded and refinished multiple times over its lifetime. We will tell you which is right for your specific subfloor and room conditions, not just whichever has the higher margin.
Every hardwood project includes acclimation time before installation (critical to avoid cupping and gapping), professional nailing or floating per manufacturer spec, and care guidance for the species you chose. We also handle hardwood refinishing on existing floors when full replacement isn't necessary.
Solid and engineered hardwood options
Oak, maple, walnut, hickory, and exotic species
Prefinished and site-finished options
Free in-home measurement and material consultation
Subfloor inspection and moisture testing
Acclimation period before installation
Old flooring removal and disposal
Professional nail-down or floating installation per spec
Transitions, thresholds, and stair nosing
Refinishing on existing hardwood (sand, stain, seal)
Final walkthrough and care guidance
Workmanship warranty plus manufacturer warranty
How it works
We handle every step under one roof — no subcontractors, no project managers, no surprises mid-project.
We come to you, measure the space, and walk through your goals, timeline, and budget. No high-pressure pitch — just an honest read of what the project takes.
We bring samples or invite you to the showroom so you can see materials in person. Once you pick, we order through our distributor network so you get dealer pricing.
We schedule installation around your calendar, confirm prep details (furniture moving, old material removal, subfloor checks), and lock in start and finish dates.
Our team handles the install start to finish. No subcontractors. Site is kept clean during the work, and we communicate every day if the project takes more than one day.
We do a final walkthrough together to make sure every transition, edge, and detail meets your expectations before we call the job done.
Brands & materials
We are an authorized dealer for the major hardwood manufacturers. Common requests in Southeast Michigan:
Why Flooring Xpress Enterprise
What Our Customers Say
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Flooring Xpress transformed our entire first floor. The hardwood looks incredible and the crew was fast and professional. Best investment we made.
“Had LVP installed throughout my condo. They were on time, clean, and the floors are gorgeous. Highly recommend to anyone on the south side.”
“Great prices and even better work. The team replaced all the carpet in our rental properties quickly. Will be using them for all our buildings.”
Frequently asked
Solid hardwood can be sanded and refinished multiple times, lasts 50+ years, and is best for above-grade rooms with stable humidity. Engineered hardwood handles basements, slab subfloors, and humidity swings better because of its layered construction. We help you decide based on your specific subfloor and use case at the estimate.
Hardwood typically starts around $5.99 per square foot installed for entry-level engineered or basic oak, with mid-grade hardwood landing $7 to $10 and premium species or wide-plank options higher. Final pricing depends on species, plank width, finish, room sizes, and prep work.
Sometimes. Engineered hardwood can float over many existing floors. Solid hardwood requires a wood subfloor and proper acclimation. We inspect during the measurement and tell you whether existing floors need to come up first.
Yes. If your existing hardwood is structurally sound but worn, refinishing — sand, stain, seal — is usually a fraction of the cost of full replacement and brings the floor back to like-new condition. We can compare both options at the estimate.
Yes — that is normal. We acclimate every hardwood shipment in your home for several days before installation so the wood adjusts to your specific humidity. Proper acclimation prevents most gapping and cupping issues over time.
A single room takes one to two days plus acclimation time. Whole-home hardwood usually runs three to five days for installation, plus the acclimation window before. Site-finished hardwood adds time for staining and curing.
Yes. H&T Carpet is fully licensed and insured for hardwood installation and refinishing in Michigan.
Yes. Financing is available on qualifying hardwood projects. Final terms are confirmed at the in-home estimate.
Hardwood Flooring service areas: Chicago, Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore, Chatham, Bronzeville, Kenwood, Englewood, Back of the Yards, Bridgeport
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