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Five Star Floors Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joe and staff did a great job installing flooring and carpet. The crew was professional and neat. I would not hesitate to recommend Five Star Floors to family or friends."
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+4

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HGO hardwood floors counters and paint
5.0(
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My kitchen floor was in deplorable condition; David and his team turned it into a floor that looks brand new. He did an amazing job! Not only that, they set up so that not a single speck of wood dust escaped the work area - amazing. Their clean-up, too, was great with nothing for me to do, but return the things removed from the area refinished. This was one of the rare instances of a perfect job."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clark's Hardwood Floors
4.9(
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We suffered water damage to the hickory floor in our home after the storms of January & February 2023. We contacted Clark’s Hardwood Floors, Inc. for help. We were very happy with Clark’s through all phases of refinishing, from the initial estimate through job completion. Their estimate was significantly lower than a competitor’s bid, their office staff was delightful to deal with, and their refinishing crew was superb. Our refinishing crew was Jorge (lead) and Nidiro. Jorge let us know exactly what to expect and when, which helped us plan our own activities around the job. They used the “atomic dust-free system” to sand off the old finish. It really was dust free! They were thorough and meticulous in everything they did. And, although the old finish was removed completely along baseboards and in every nook and cranny, our baseboards were not even nicked! Every flaw in the floor was meticulously addressed. These guys were excellent craftsmen! Because we had had issues in front of the kitchen sink, at Larry Moreno’s suggestion the new finish was completed with Traffic Commercial Grade polyurethane. The result was stunning! Our hickory floor looks better than ever before! We are thrilled with the results! All our interactions with Clark’s have been excellent! We recommend them highly!"
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12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Mission City Flooring
4.9(
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am extremely satisfied with the work Mitch performed restoring my 60 year old, very neglected wood floor in my rental property. He exhibited a degree of professionalism and courtesy that unfortunately is few and far between. He kept me informed at every stage of the project and answered my questions to my satisfaction. He arrived on time every day without fail. The project was completed on time and within budget. The floors look amazing!! My hard to impress brother was speechless when he saw the results. It was money well spent. Thank you Mitch!!!! Regards, Manuel Gorgulho"
Campbell CA
Campbell CA
Ruggiero/San Jose, CA.
Ruggiero/San Jose, CA.
Palanki Santa Clara, CA

+22

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Barakatt Floor Covering
4.8(
118
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Richard is a wood floor craftsman. He replaced the oak floor in our entryway, including a 17’ thick bullnose, repair to the raised subfloor, and fabrication of a custom oak step. He also refinished over 350 sq ft of original oak flooring in our living room and replaced some damaged oak flooring in the hallway. Everything turned out great with the refinished flooring blending in perfectly with existing floors."
livingroom
livingroom and breakfast nook
diningroom
diningroom
kitchen

+21

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Floor Pros
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Floor Pros and their crew did an amazing job from start to finish. I couldn't be happier with the results and the process. They walked me through the whole process and went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly. I would %100 recommend them to anyone."
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Alameda Hardwood Floors
5.0(
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jesus Rodriquez & his team did an excellent job removing old flooring & installing new hardwood. They were thorough, patient, efficient, timely & tidy. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing flooring!"
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San Mateo project.
San Mateo project.
San Mateo project.
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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Juan Castro Tile
4.9(
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

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Warranties offered

"Juan did a great job tiling my laundry room. He moved the washer & dryer, tore up the old flooring and tiled the floor. He showed he cared about his work, professional and good quality. I plan on hiring him again."
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Response time2 days
Response rate98%
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J. Brent Baker Flooring
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I have only good things to say about working with J. Brent Baker Flooring. My floors look wonderful and everything stayed on schedule and on budget. The owner went out his way to make sure my family understood the scope of the job and was happy with the work. He has a wealth of knowledge about how to care for the refinished floors and helped us secure materials to move our piano back in place without damaging the newly refinished floors. I have already recommended him to friends and family who are refinishing their floors. His company does quality work and Brent proved to be someone we could trust to take good care of our home."
Boarder in Entryway
Custom Dolphin Inlay
Hallway Border
Red Birch Install
Oak Installation

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Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

It’s a good idea to install a rug pad under the carpet for your stairs. To make the pad fit, you’ll need to cut one section for each stair tread that’s about one inch narrower than the stair runner so that it won’t be visible once the carpet is installed on top.

For rooms with an even number of feet (10 x 12, for example), you can technically just multiply them together to get the number of square feet in the room (10 feet x 12 feet = 120 sq. ft.). For irregularly shaped rooms or areas that aren’t even square feet, converting to inches will be your best bet for an accurate measurement.

Whether you install flooring before or after kitchen cabinets depends primarily on the type of flooring you are using. For materials like hardwood, tile, and sheet flooring, the best practice is to install the flooring first. This ensures the cabinets are installed at the correct height and on a stable surface. However, you should not install cabinets on top of floating floors, such as laminate or luxury vinyl plank (LVP). These types of flooring need room to expand and contract with temperature and humidity changes. Placing heavy cabinets on top can restrict this movement, potentially causing the floor to buckle and making the cabinets unstable. For floating floors, install the cabinets first and then lay the flooring up to them. Other reasons to consider installing cabinets before the flooring include saving money on materials (since you won't need flooring under the cabinets) and avoiding potential damage to your new floor during cabinet installation. Additionally, installing cabinets directly on the subfloor might prevent voiding your flooring's warranty.

Sometimes carpet and carpet padding can be recycled together. Many companies and organizations that recycle used carpeting also accept old carpet padding. However, the two require separate processes to recycle. For this reason, some recycling facilities aren't able to accept both carpet and carpet padding.

While it is possible to install carpet yourself, it is a challenging DIY project that requires precise measurement, proper cutting skills, and knowledge of correct installation techniques. The process involves multiple steps, including removing old flooring, installing underlayment and tack strips, and stretching the carpet to prevent wrinkles, which can take several days to complete.

Before starting, consider these factors:

  • Warranty: Many manufacturers' warranties are voided if the carpet is not installed by a professional.

  • Tools: You will need to buy or rent specialized equipment like a knee kicker, carpet stretcher, and seam roller.

  • Complexity: DIY installation is most suitable for simple, straightforward rooms. Projects involving stairs or floor vents are significantly more difficult.

  • Cost: While you can save on labor, the cost of tools plus the risk of expensive mistakes—which may require re-installation—can make hiring a professional more cost-effective in the long run.

Given the potential for errors, voided warranties, and the need for special tools, hiring a local carpet installer is often recommended to ensure the job is done correctly and safely.

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