Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc

Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation, Flooring Sales and Installation

This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.

About us

Welcome to our family-operated business! With over 30 years of impeccable experience, we specialize in hardwood floors, refinishing, installation, sanding, custom designs, custom stains and luxury vinyl floors. Our team takes pride in providing our customers with exceptional customer service and craftsmanship quality. We understand that your home is important to you, and we are committed to helping you achieve the perfect flooring solution. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you transform your space into your dream!

Business highlights

34 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

We specialize in sanding, refinishing, and installing hardwood floors for a variety of settings, including residential, commercial (e.g. restaurants), high-rise condominiums, schools, and sport/dance floors. Let us give your floors a new look on life.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

yes



Accepted payment methods

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Our Recent Projects


Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.937 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
97%
4
0%
3
0%
2
3%
1
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.8
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0

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Showing 1-25 of 37 reviews

Keenan Y.
09/2024
5.0
flooring contractor
  + -1 more
I recently had the pleasure of working with Ismael. Finding construction people who are timely, honest, do good work and charge a fair price is near impossible and Ismael nailed it all. Ismael takes immense pride in his work, and it shows in the stunning results. The polished floors look absolutely beautiful, and the kitchen flooring is nothing short of perfect. It’s clear that he truly cares about the quality of his work and the satisfaction of his clients. What I found particularly impressive is that Ismael runs a family business, working alongside his sons. They all share the same values of hard work and dedication, treating their work as if it were for their own home. If you’re looking for a flooring professional who combines skill, humor, and a strong work ethic, I wholeheartedly recommend Ismael. His passion for his craft and attention to detail have truly transformed my space, and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome!
Description of Work: Sanded and refinished entryway, buff and recoat hardwood floors, installed vinyl flooring in kitchen

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,450

Matthew J.
08/2024
5.0
flooring contractor
  + -1 more
After purchasing our home, my wife and I decided to have maple wood floors installed in the bedrooms to match the rest of the house. We received three bids in an effort to keep everyone honest. Ismael was referred to us by our neighbor. From the beginning of the process, he was my favorite. He has a great personality but more importantly, he was the most knowledgeable and based on his assessment, I was confident he would produce the best work product. He actually predicted how the bidding process would play out. "I come out and give the estimate and I install the floors. They have a guy who will come out and estimate and someone else to install the floors. There will be miscommunication and problems with that. With me, no problems." Ismael could not have been more accurate. It was really frustrating and time consuming dealing with the other vendors just to obtain their bids! We paid a little more to work with Ismael but it was money well spent. My rationale was the benefit of paying a skilled craftsman to do the work correctly outweighed my time having to correct potential mishaps. We had such a great experience. Ismael and his crew were punctual, on budget and finished exactly when they said they would. They also revealed amazing attention to details--they identified and corrected a creek in a section of the floor and a stain that could not be sanded so they replaced that section of the floor. The floors turned out beautiful and we could not be happier. Ismael and his crew are consummate professionals! The best!
Description of Work: Floor insulation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Tony A.
07/2024
5.0
flooring contractor
  + -1 more
Integrity!!! Ismael was very honest and told me he didn’t want to take on a job after he spent hours doing research. He didn’t want to risk me being unhappy. It’s not always about the money. As a business owner myself. I totally respect him for his honesty. Tried very hard to make it work but you can’t accept every deal. Thanks Again!
Description of Work: Floor Repair

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Susan M.
06/2024
5.0
flooring contractor
  + -1 more
It was great working with Ismael! He provided expert guidance and explained his recommendations thoroughly. He was very efficient and timely on project delivery. He also cleaned up the work area nicely. His work is top notch!
Description of Work: Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Jesse C.
04/2024
5.0
flooring contractor, hardwood floor
  + 0 more
The wood floors came out great! Ismael was incredible to work with, finished within the predicted time period and sent pictures of the progress through the week. I would use their service again and highly recommend them to anyone looking to replace their floors.
Description of Work: Flooring Sales and Installation
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Alejandro B.
04/2024
5.0
hardwood floor
  + -1 more
They were very professional and great ti work with, very personable, they worked around my tight deadline. Work was super
Description of Work: Repairs around 4 convectors, white oak to match

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,800

Josh W.
04/2024
5.0
hardwood floor
  + -1 more
Ismael and his sons did an AMAZING job with our project, which was refinishing some hardwood that is about 15-20 years old. We had a light oak color, but wanted to change the color to a dark coffee color and this company was very personable as well as detail oriented. They only do 5⭐️ work and take the extra time and effort needed to make sure that’s the case. My wife and I were both thrilled with the outcome of this project. It really can change the feel of the house and was well worth the money. Very pleased!
Description of Work: Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Matthew L.
03/2024
5.0
flooring contractor
  + -1 more
Ismael and the Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc. team went above and beyond to provide us with expert LVP flooring installation! Ismael walked us through the project plan every morning, patiently and enthusiastically answering all of our questions. The team was tidy and considerate of our time, finishing the project a whole day early! We could tell that Ismael and the team really take pride in the quality work that they provide, they cared for our home with as much respect as we do! We cannot recommend Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc. enough!
Description of Work: Luxury vinyl plank flooring installation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Allison C.
11/2023
5.0
hardwood floor
  + -1 more
Everything was great! Ismael and his team were very responsive and performed the job quickly. They included me in every step of the process. Thank you!!
Description of Work: Hardwood Flooring Sales/Installation/Refinishing
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Lisa J.
10/2023
5.0
hardwood floor
  + -1 more
Ishmael and team were professional, on time and did a great job overall. They removed current vinyl tiles and installed new hardwood floors. Good communication during the entire process.
Description of Work: Installation of new hardwood floors

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Roxana D.
09/2023
5.0
flooring contractor, hardwood floor, floor cleaning
  + 1 more
The work done was outstanding! Satisfied with the hardwood food installation, sanding and finishing. The work done was in my living room, dining room, bedrooms, hallway and stairs. Thus, it was a pretty big job. The contractor was presentable and professional. I will hire them again for my future projects!
Description of Work: Hardwood Flooring Sales/Installation/Refinishing
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Alex R.
08/2023
5.0
flooring contractor
  + -1 more
Ismael and his team did an outstanding job refinishing our floors and levelling the floor in our dining room. Courteous, professional service, excellent communication, and great quality work done. Highly recommended!
Description of Work: Floor refinishing, floor levelling
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Paul K.
08/2023
5.0
floor cleaning
  + -1 more
I need it by wood floors refinished before moving into my new condominium. I contacted Ishmael and told him of my timeframe constraints I was under, and he was able to redo my floors in three days. He met with me the day off to review the needs of my floors, came the next day sanded, and stained them, and was able to seal them the next day. They look brand new. Such a positive experience. I highly recommend recommend Ishmael and his team of sons to redo your floors.
Description of Work: Wood floors sanded, stained, and sealed
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Dana S.
07/2023
5.0
flooring contractor, hardwood floor, floor cleaning
  + 1 more
I recently bought my first home with my 3 sons and were in dire need to replace our 30+ yr old floors. Hiring this team was the best choice I made with any home projects ever! They were very knowledgeable, honest, professional, and showed commitment to provide an excellent service. I was shown many samples which helped make my decisions easier. They followed through and kept their word on the timeline as promised without interruption. Both the installation and sanding was done quick with precision. Great attention to detail and going above and beyond throughout the entire process. They showed love in the work they do. Everything from start to finish felt stress free and seamless. Me and my boys couldn't be more happy!! Thank you Ismael and team for the stunning results that gave us our dream floor! Look no further when searching for a true dedicated team with unique and amazing natural talent!
Description of Work: Floor Cleaning/Polishing/Waxing/Installation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Hallie F.
07/2023
5.0
flooring contractor
  + -1 more
Another amazing job by Ismael and his crew. This is the fifth room that Ismael has transformed for us and everything was perfect. The original floor that he worked on was completed in 2004 and it still looks like he just finished the job. Artistry and pride are evident in his work.
Description of Work: Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc
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Michael G.
07/2016
2.0
hardwood floor
  + -1 more
Called to setup a date and time for an estimate. Ismael gave me an estimate on the phone for my square footage. I asked if staining was included and he said yes. When he showed up for the estimate, he said it would an additional $300.00 because I wanted a dark stain. He said he wanted 4,000 of the 4,800 on the first day before he started the job and would need the rest when he finished. I said this was too much and tried to get him to agree to half, but he started to pack up his stuff and said I was welcome to choose someone else. I said ok and then he paused and said he would agree to 3,800 on the first day and would let the check sit on my counter and wouldn't cash it until he was finished with my floor. I agreed to this and Ismael started my floors on the following Monday. He cashed my check the first day and I didn't say anything to him since he was making good progress on the floors and the sanding looked good. Later in the week, Ismael stained the floors and put the first coat of vanish on them. He told me to take a look at the floors and leave him the last of the money. I took a look at the floors and told him they look wavy to me and it looks like his sander was out of balance, but he assured me the floor would come out great after the next coat of vanish and I was just looking at an area with a lot of grain in it. He applied the last coat of vanish and I let the floors dry for a few days before inspecting. When I walked in, the floors were wavy in every room. After doing some research, I had what's called "chatter" this happens when a sander is out of balance and leaves ripples in the floor. Ismael said the floor looked great to him and said he had an expensive sander and there's nothing wrong with it. After pressing him for a while, he finally admitted to the waves in the floor and said it was because my floors were weak. I told him... You knew the condition of my floors before you started the job and mentioned nothing about them being weak. He said if he sanded them again, they would probably look the same and didn't seem to want to remedy the issue. He said after I mopped it a few times, the sheen would go away and I wouldn't notice the ripples. Ismael did a good job with the stain and varnish, but with a bad sand job, this was meaningless.
Description of Work: Hardwood floor refinishing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$4,800

Response from Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc
At Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring we strive to provide exceptional service to all of our customers, and we're sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We would appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns and improve our service. Please contact us so we can discuss your concerns further.

David L.
04/2014
5.0
flooring contractor, floor cleaning
  + 0 more
It was a good experience. The floors of our new construction house were completely botched. Ismael and his team were able to redo what had been done so horribly by the original floor guys. They were able to match the color of the other wood perfectly and the work was completed on time and on budget. Approximately 900 sq. ft.
Description of Work: Refinish floors

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

Lucy K.
07/2013
5.0
hardwood floor
  + -1 more
I have had floors refinished in the past and have always been disappointed. This time was different! The floors have a rich look with no splotches or bubbles. There were some unexpected problems with the banisters but Lester came up with a solution that I am very happy with. The workers started on the date promised and were there everyday long hours until the job was finished. My questions were answered respectfully and any concerns were addressed with a positive responsive attitude. I had planned to renovate the kitchen but had not had time to have cabinets, etc. removed. For a very reasonable price, the guys from Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring removed all the kitchen cabinets and even managed to salvage the granite. It was a pleasure to have work done by competent, friendly professional people!
Description of Work: Refinished all floors, stairs and bannister in a 1870 sq. ft. townhouse.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Priya P.
08/2011
5.0
hardwood floor
  + -1 more
Ismael is very professional and easy to work with. He answered all my questions up front and completed the work on time. My only complaint was a little bit of excess finish was seen on the stairs. But otherwise he was clean and did quality work.
Description of Work: Ismael and his team refinished by living/dining room, installed new hardwood floors in my kitchen and family room, and also installed new hardwood stairs. They did this all in 2 days.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,200

CINDY C.
08/2011
5.0
flooring contractor, hardwood floor
  + 0 more
I used Ismael to refinish the hardwood floors in my living room and kitchen. He sanded them down to get rid of some scratches and stained them. Ismael did the estimate and gave me the best price. He also was able to squeeze me into his schedule and get the work done before any of the other estimates. His crew did a great job and did not leave any kind of mess. They even stained some vent coverings to match the floor without me having to ask. Ismael was straight forward and friendly. I highly recommend at the very least getting an estimate from him.
Description of Work: Sanding and staining hardwood floors in kitchen and living room

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Jessica B.
05/2011
5.0
flooring contractor, hardwood floor
  + 0 more
Ismael's team is fantastic. The work was completed on time and in an exceptional manner. Additionally, Ismael had to work around a number of other crews performing other repairs and services, and he did this with no difficulty or complaint. The pricing was also very reasonable considering the work that was done.
Description of Work: Complete replacement of 100+year old hardwood. Refinishing of existing floor in a separate room.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Priya P.
04/2011
5.0
hardwood floor
  + -1 more
Very responsive to calls and flexible with scheduling. His team is solid - was able to answer questions on the job. I would definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Ismael and his team installed new hardwood flooring in an office, kitchen, and staircase, and also sanded/refinished flooring in two other rooms.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,200

Jessica B.
01/2011
5.0
hardwood floor
  + -1 more
Ishmael and his team are great in all respects. They friendly, thorough and knowledgable, and they complete their work on time. The quality of their finished product is excellent. I always recommend them to others.
Description of Work: Finishing of molding around newly installed patio door. Previous refinishing of hardwood floors.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

william S.
09/2010
5.0
hardwood floor
  + -1 more
Great work, very responsive and responsible. Ismael did great work!
Description of Work: Installation of hardwood floors in lving room and dining room.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Jennifer L.
08/2010
5.0
hardwood floor
  + -1 more
They were great. It looks fantastic and like brand new. They squeezed us in at the last minute and they were super accommodating. They were very clean and didn’t make a mess at all. They did a really nice job and it looks really beautiful.
Description of Work: Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc recoated all the hardwood floors in the living room, dining room and three bedrooms last Saturday. They sanded and totally refinished the old kitchen floor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300
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Contact information

1521 Johnson Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

http://www.traditionalflooring.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

No License Required for Trade
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Service Categories

Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation,
Flooring Sales and Installation

FAQ

Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc offers free project estimates.
No, Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc offers warranties.
Traditional Quality Hardwood Flooring Inc offers the following services: We specialize in sanding, refinishing, and installing hardwood floors for a variety of settings, including residential, commercial (e.g. restaurants), high-rise condominiums, schools, and sport/dance floors. Let us give your floors a new look on life.

Contact information

1521 Johnson Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

http://www.traditionalflooring.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM