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Top-Rated Flooring contractors in Elkhart - Updated Nov 2026

Scott's Flooring
4.9(
176
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Carpet - Repair, Refasten, or StretchWood Flooring - Repair or Partially ReplaceCarpet - Repair, Refasten, or Stretch- For Business+3 more

Serving Elkhart, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Not only was Brian quick to respond but he was able to fit my job in quickly and when completed the correction to my carpet was astonishing. I wouldn't hesitate to have him back for any of my flooring work."
Hallway
Hallway
Waukee Theather
Waukee Theather
Waukee Theather

+29

Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Abide Exterior Painting LLC
4.8(
10
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Laminate Wood or Stone Flooring - InstallWood Flooring - RefinishCarpet - Install+18 more

Serving Elkhart, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I am very pleased with the quality of work done in my condo by Abide. Neither the walls nor the cabinets were easy to work with. Wallpaper needed to be stripped and the affected walls needed to be re-textured. The cabinets were old and very carelessly painted by the previous owner. His patience, attention to detail, and quality of work was most impressive. I highly recommend this company and look forward to working with them when I am ready to replace the flooring."
House repaint
House repaint
House repaint
House repaint
House repaint

+30

Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Flooring Installation FAQs, answered by experts

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.

The cost to put wooden flooring in an attic can run a wide range. Carpeting can cost as little as $1 per square foot, or even less if you opt for unfinished flooring types like rubber or painted plywood. On the high end, hardwood floors might cost as much as $45 dollars per square foot. For a previously unused space, you’ll probably need to add a subfloor which usually costs about $5 per square foot.

There are many different types of carpets for you to choose from. When choosing a carpet, it’s essential to consider the following:

  • Fiber: Describes what your carpet is made of, such as polyester, wool, nylon, or acrylic. 

  • Pile type: Explains how your carpet looks. Your carpet fibers can be looped, twisted, cut, or woven.

  • Pile height: Describes the length of your carpet. You can choose a low, medium, or high pile.

  • Density: Refers to how close yarn fibers are to each other. 

Depending on carpet type and labor, costs range from $3 to $12 per square foot.

Hardwood floors can be installed in most areas of the home, including living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways. However, with the exception of high-quality bamboo and engineered wood, hardwood floors are not recommended for areas with high moisture levels, such as bathrooms and basements, unless specifically designed for such environments. It's essential to consider the specific conditions of each room before choosing hardwood flooring.

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