Chicago flooring and remodeling services
Laminate is the budget-conscious wood look that became famous in the 90s and has improved dramatically since. Modern laminate is denser, more scratch-resistant, and renders wood grain better than ever. For rental properties, basements, low-traffic rooms, and homeowners who want a hardwood look without the hardwood price, it's still a solid choice.
We install Mohawk RevWood Plus, Shaw Repel, and other AC-rated laminates that hold up to real residential use. We will be honest about where laminate is the right call and where you should look at LVP or hardwood instead — for kitchens or bathrooms with regular water exposure, LVP is the better pick.
Every laminate install includes proper underlayment, expansion gaps at walls, and transitions so the floor performs the way the manufacturer designed it. Cheap installs that skip these steps are why laminate got a bad name.
Free in-home measurement and material consultation
AC3, AC4, and AC5-rated laminate options
Mohawk RevWood Plus, Shaw, and other major brands
Wear rating and warranty comparison
Old flooring removal and disposal
Subfloor inspection and prep
Underlayment selection (standard, moisture-barrier, sound-dampening)
Click-lock floating installation
Expansion gaps and transitions to other rooms
Final walkthrough and care guidance
Manufacturer warranty paperwork
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.
Why Flooring Xpress Enterprise
What Our Customers Say
Don't take our word for it , here's what our customers have to say.
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
Laminate typically starts around $2.99 per square foot installed for AC3 residential grade, with thicker AC4 and AC5 commercial-grade laminates higher. Final pricing depends on the wear rating, underlayment choice, and any subfloor prep.
Most laminate is water-resistant but not fully waterproof — surface spills wiped up quickly are fine, but standing water can swell the core. For kitchens, bathrooms, or basements with moisture concerns, we recommend luxury vinyl plank instead. There are some newer waterproof laminate products but they're more expensive than equivalent LVP.
No. Laminate is a printed-image product, so it cannot be sanded and refinished like hardwood. When the wear layer goes, the floor needs to be replaced. Pick a thicker AC rating to extend the lifespan.
Laminate is the right pick for rental properties (cost-effective and easy to replace), basements (when waterproofing is handled separately), guest rooms, and homeowners who want a wood look on a tight budget. It is not right for kitchens or bathrooms with regular water exposure.
A single room is typically a one-day install. Whole-home laminate installs run two to three days. Laminate is one of the faster floor types to install because of the click-lock floating method.
We can install laminate stair nosing for staircases that connect to laminate floors. Carpet on stairs is more common because it's safer and quieter, but laminate or LVP stairs are an option.
LVP is fully waterproof, softer underfoot, and typically more durable for the same price point. Laminate is usually slightly less expensive and has a more authentic wood-grain texture in the higher AC ratings. For most modern homes we recommend LVP, but laminate still has a place in the right rooms.
Yes. H&T Carpet is fully licensed and insured for laminate installation in Michigan.
Laminate Flooring service areas: Chicago, Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore, Chatham, Bronzeville, Kenwood, Englewood, Back of the Yards, Bridgeport
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Get a free, no-obligation estimate from Flooring Xpress Enterprise. We'll come to your home, take measurements, and provide a detailed quote, all at no cost.
