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Avatar for AG Construction & Flooring
AG Construction & Flooring
Cattail River Drive
4.87(
571
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Approved Pro
AG Construction & Flooring
Cattail River Drive
4.87(
571
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
376 local quotes requested

AG Construction is a licensed small business dedicated to providing customers with the highest quality work, while keeping pricing very fair and affordable. With more than 10 years experience restoring, refinishing, and installing wood floors owner/operator Aaron Goodman personally oversees all projects. When you work with AG Construction you know you are getting the work of skilled professionals who are committed to giving customers the personal care and attention they deserve. We offer free estimates and promise an honest assessment of your project. We don't believe in taking on jobs for which we can not provide the best-possible service. AG Construction is committed to prompt and reliable scheduling.

"Excellent work!"

Jessica S on October 2024

AG Construction is a licensed small business dedicated to providing customers with the highest quality work, while keeping pricing very fair and affordable. With more than 10 years experience restoring, refinishing, and installing wood floors owner/operator Aaron Goodman personally oversees all projects. When you work with AG Construction you know you are getting the work of skilled professionals who are committed to giving customers the personal care and attention they deserve. We offer free estimates and promise an honest assessment of your project. We don't believe in taking on jobs for which we can not provide the best-possible service. AG Construction is committed to prompt and reliable scheduling.

"Excellent work!"

Jessica S on October 2024


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Tile Center
7400 Lindbergh Dr
4.44(
299
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Tile Center
7400 Lindbergh Dr
4.44(
299
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
29 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

For over 30 years, Tile Center has been the premier remodeling business for customers in the Washington Metro Area. As a family-owned business, we take pride in providing exceptional service and delivering beautiful remodels. Visit our designer showroom to see custom bathroom and kitchen models on display; and let our in-house installation team bring your remodeling dreams to life. We offer a wide selection of top-quality flooring materials, cabinets, and more. Check out our gallery and reviews to see the stunning remodels our team is capable of creating. Stay up-to-date on the latest remodeling trends by attending our seminars. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and let us help you bring your remodeling dreams to life!

"If you’re thinking about renovating your kitchen — stop searching and call Dorsa and Frank! Working with them (and their incredible team) was one of the best decisions we’ve made for our home. They completely transformed our kitchen, and the entire experience was smooth, stress-free, and even enjoyable! We were both working full-time throughout the project, and they handled absolutely everything. From design ideas to material selection to flawless execution, they took full ownership and made sure every detail was taken care of — all while keeping us updated and involved just enough to feel confident and excited. The final result? Stunning. Functional. Thoughtfully designed. Our kitchen now feels like it belongs in a magazine — and yet it perfectly fits our daily needs and personal style. Dorsa and Frank bring the rare combination of professionalism, creativity, and genuine care. Their team is respectful, skilled, and fast — and the quality of their work speaks for itself. If you’re even thinking about a renovation, trust me: you want these two on your side. We couldn’t recommend them more!"

Nilufar G on May 2025

For over 30 years, Tile Center has been the premier remodeling business for customers in the Washington Metro Area. As a family-owned business, we take pride in providing exceptional service and delivering beautiful remodels. Visit our designer showroom to see custom bathroom and kitchen models on display; and let our in-house installation team bring your remodeling dreams to life. We offer a wide selection of top-quality flooring materials, cabinets, and more. Check out our gallery and reviews to see the stunning remodels our team is capable of creating. Stay up-to-date on the latest remodeling trends by attending our seminars. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and let us help you bring your remodeling dreams to life!

"If you’re thinking about renovating your kitchen — stop searching and call Dorsa and Frank! Working with them (and their incredible team) was one of the best decisions we’ve made for our home. They completely transformed our kitchen, and the entire experience was smooth, stress-free, and even enjoyable! We were both working full-time throughout the project, and they handled absolutely everything. From design ideas to material selection to flawless execution, they took full ownership and made sure every detail was taken care of — all while keeping us updated and involved just enough to feel confident and excited. The final result? Stunning. Functional. Thoughtfully designed. Our kitchen now feels like it belongs in a magazine — and yet it perfectly fits our daily needs and personal style. Dorsa and Frank bring the rare combination of professionalism, creativity, and genuine care. Their team is respectful, skilled, and fast — and the quality of their work speaks for itself. If you’re even thinking about a renovation, trust me: you want these two on your side. We couldn’t recommend them more!"

Nilufar G on May 2025


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Elegant Floor Services
PO Box 358
4.46(
342
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Approved Pro
Elegant Floor Services
PO Box 358
4.46(
342
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
170 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

Elegant Floor Service has been offering leading, comprehensive wood floor services to residents in Maryland, Virginia, and DC since 1987! Our trusted, in-house contractors carry extensive experience and top-class training, ensuring we can meet all of your home or business flooring needs. From maintenance to total installation, you can count on Elegant Floor Service to provide. Offering many varieties of hardwood, flooring installation, refinishing, and restoration of stone floors.

"The process was easy. I am pleased with the finished product and the installation process."

Edward S on July 2024

Elegant Floor Service has been offering leading, comprehensive wood floor services to residents in Maryland, Virginia, and DC since 1987! Our trusted, in-house contractors carry extensive experience and top-class training, ensuring we can meet all of your home or business flooring needs. From maintenance to total installation, you can count on Elegant Floor Service to provide. Offering many varieties of hardwood, flooring installation, refinishing, and restoration of stone floors.

"The process was easy. I am pleased with the finished product and the installation process."

Edward S on July 2024


Avatar for Aladdin Carpet & Floors
Aladdin Carpet & Floors
12321 Parklawn Dr
4.59(
394
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Approved Pro
Aladdin Carpet & Floors
12321 Parklawn Dr
4.59(
394
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
37 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

Transform your home or office with our exceptional flooring products and services. Serving Maryland, Virginia, and DC since 1986, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality craftsmanship and outstanding customer service. Our team of skilled and experienced on-staff installers are dedicated to ensuring that your project is completed with the utmost attention to detail and excellence. We offer an extensive range of flooring options, including solid and engineered hardwood, laminate, luxury vinyl tile, cork, wool carpet, premium nylon carpet, carpet remnants, ceramic tile, marble, glass tile, mosaic tile, floor and wall tile, glass doors, plumbing fixtures, cabinets, counter tops, mirrors, medicine cabinets, and more. In addition to our flooring options, we provide a wide range of services to help you achieve your dream space. Our services include design consultations, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, drywall, painting, and installation of floors, cabinets, counter tops, and shower glass doors, as well as state-of-the-art hardwood refinishing We are also experts in restoration for insurance claims using Xactimate software. Our team is fully committed to helping you every step of the way and delivering outstanding results that exceed your expectations. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and let us bring your vision to life.

"My experience with Aladdin Carpet & Floors was top notch!! From beginning to end everyone was knowledgeable, courteous, patient and helpful! Majid helped me with choosing new carpet and Ariv, Miguel and Rodrigo did an excellent job with the installation. Their attention to detail throughout the installation was exceptional!! Couldn't be happier and love my new carpet!"

Mary W on November 2024

Transform your home or office with our exceptional flooring products and services. Serving Maryland, Virginia, and DC since 1986, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality craftsmanship and outstanding customer service. Our team of skilled and experienced on-staff installers are dedicated to ensuring that your project is completed with the utmost attention to detail and excellence. We offer an extensive range of flooring options, including solid and engineered hardwood, laminate, luxury vinyl tile, cork, wool carpet, premium nylon carpet, carpet remnants, ceramic tile, marble, glass tile, mosaic tile, floor and wall tile, glass doors, plumbing fixtures, cabinets, counter tops, mirrors, medicine cabinets, and more. In addition to our flooring options, we provide a wide range of services to help you achieve your dream space. Our services include design consultations, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, drywall, painting, and installation of floors, cabinets, counter tops, and shower glass doors, as well as state-of-the-art hardwood refinishing We are also experts in restoration for insurance claims using Xactimate software. Our team is fully committed to helping you every step of the way and delivering outstanding results that exceed your expectations. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and let us bring your vision to life.

"My experience with Aladdin Carpet & Floors was top notch!! From beginning to end everyone was knowledgeable, courteous, patient and helpful! Majid helped me with choosing new carpet and Ariv, Miguel and Rodrigo did an excellent job with the installation. Their attention to detail throughout the installation was exceptional!! Couldn't be happier and love my new carpet!"

Mary W on November 2024


Avatar for District Floor Depot
District Floor Depot
1600 Rhode Island Ave NE
4.97(
91
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Approved Pro
District Floor Depot
1600 Rhode Island Ave NE
4.97(
91
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
128 local quotes requested

Ask about our Special Financing Offer! Competitive Carpet pricing starts at $0.59 per square foot including basic padding. District Floor Depot is a hard surface flooring retailer serving the Greater Washington Metropolitan Area with two convenient locations. Our services include hard surface flooring sales, installations, repair & refinishing. We offer top-quality flooring including everything from hardwood to bamboo and reclaimed to vinyl. We are committed to providing our customers with the best flooring options at the best prices, without compromising quality or customer service. Call us to schedule your free itemized consultation for your in-home flooring project. We would be happy to personally visit your home or business and bring any samples you might be interested in. Please visit us at a new location: 9409 Baltimore Ave. College Park, MD 20740!

"After searching for samples from several flooring manufacturers, including Cali Bamboo, Perm Shield, and others, we thought District Floor Depot had the best quality SPC vinyl at a competitive price point. Firstly, the customer service is amazing and very responsive. The company is also incredibly flexible, and its showrooms have great products. We loved how our floor project turned out and would use them again for future projects."

Alexander R on November 2024

Ask about our Special Financing Offer! Competitive Carpet pricing starts at $0.59 per square foot including basic padding. District Floor Depot is a hard surface flooring retailer serving the Greater Washington Metropolitan Area with two convenient locations. Our services include hard surface flooring sales, installations, repair & refinishing. We offer top-quality flooring including everything from hardwood to bamboo and reclaimed to vinyl. We are committed to providing our customers with the best flooring options at the best prices, without compromising quality or customer service. Call us to schedule your free itemized consultation for your in-home flooring project. We would be happy to personally visit your home or business and bring any samples you might be interested in. Please visit us at a new location: 9409 Baltimore Ave. College Park, MD 20740!

"After searching for samples from several flooring manufacturers, including Cali Bamboo, Perm Shield, and others, we thought District Floor Depot had the best quality SPC vinyl at a competitive price point. Firstly, the customer service is amazing and very responsive. The company is also incredibly flexible, and its showrooms have great products. We loved how our floor project turned out and would use them again for future projects."

Alexander R on November 2024


Avatar for Master All Floors LLC.
Master All Floors LLC.
Bowie And Surrounding Area
5.00(
37
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Approved Pro
Master All Floors LLC.
Bowie And Surrounding Area
5.00(
37
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
82 local quotes requested

Thank you for finding Master All Floors here on Angi! Master All Floors is a family based company that offers high quality service that fits your budget. We specialize in installing, refinishing and repairing hardwood floors. We work with numerous employees with different abilities to offer you the best service possible. Please feel free to contact our office with any questions and we look forward to working with your lovely home!

"Great work, very reliable and responsive, thank you."

Samuel A on April 2025

Thank you for finding Master All Floors here on Angi! Master All Floors is a family based company that offers high quality service that fits your budget. We specialize in installing, refinishing and repairing hardwood floors. We work with numerous employees with different abilities to offer you the best service possible. Please feel free to contact our office with any questions and we look forward to working with your lovely home!

"Great work, very reliable and responsive, thank you."

Samuel A on April 2025


Avatar for RENAISSANCE FLOOR & CARPET
RENAISSANCE FLOOR & CARPET
1319 Rockville Pike
4.93(
253
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Approved Pro
RENAISSANCE FLOOR & CARPET
1319 Rockville Pike
4.93(
253
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
59 local quotes requested

At Renaissance Floor and Carpet, our team of specialists install high-quality flooring that will be a pleasure to behold for many, many years. We employ precision, care, and professional techniques in installing hardwood floors and new carpet, in refinishing hardwoods, and in repairing wood floors and carpeting. Our mission is always to achieve the precise look and end result you desire, Renaissance sculptor and painter Michelangelo created some of the most enduring works in Western art. We like to think we do something similar! . •Serving the greater Rockville area for over 16 years •No sub-contractors. Only in-house employees will work on your floors •We are licensed, bonded, & insured, and we proudly display our MHIC #91796 •Financing is available. Ask us for more info on financing your new floors At Renaissance Floor and Carpet, customer satisfaction and approval is our number one priority. We provide the finest flooring and carpet specialists, as well as the most courteous and professional customer service, you will find anywhere. With over 16 years experience in the flooring business, we and our in-house team of flooring professionals—trained by us in our methods and techniques—are well-qualified and dedicated to serving you. We use only the highest quality materials, and we pride ourselves on our service to the community. We are accredited by the Better Business Bureau, and we have an A+ rating on Angie’s List and Checkbook magazine.

"We were lucky enough to work with Renaissance Flooring on our project. We needed LVP on our main floor and carpeting in the rest of our house and as overwhelming as it was, Latif made it easy. He was so helpful and taught us a lot! We will always recommend him!"

Jeanne L on October 2024

At Renaissance Floor and Carpet, our team of specialists install high-quality flooring that will be a pleasure to behold for many, many years. We employ precision, care, and professional techniques in installing hardwood floors and new carpet, in refinishing hardwoods, and in repairing wood floors and carpeting. Our mission is always to achieve the precise look and end result you desire, Renaissance sculptor and painter Michelangelo created some of the most enduring works in Western art. We like to think we do something similar! . •Serving the greater Rockville area for over 16 years •No sub-contractors. Only in-house employees will work on your floors •We are licensed, bonded, & insured, and we proudly display our MHIC #91796 •Financing is available. Ask us for more info on financing your new floors At Renaissance Floor and Carpet, customer satisfaction and approval is our number one priority. We provide the finest flooring and carpet specialists, as well as the most courteous and professional customer service, you will find anywhere. With over 16 years experience in the flooring business, we and our in-house team of flooring professionals—trained by us in our methods and techniques—are well-qualified and dedicated to serving you. We use only the highest quality materials, and we pride ourselves on our service to the community. We are accredited by the Better Business Bureau, and we have an A+ rating on Angie’s List and Checkbook magazine.

"We were lucky enough to work with Renaissance Flooring on our project. We needed LVP on our main floor and carpeting in the rest of our house and as overwhelming as it was, Latif made it easy. He was so helpful and taught us a lot! We will always recommend him!"

Jeanne L on October 2024


Avatar for Jackson Floor Co, Inc
Jackson Floor Co, Inc
3820 Fernhill Avenue
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Jackson Floor Co, Inc
3820 Fernhill Avenue
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 local quotes requested

CALL OR TEXT US DIRECTLY AT (443) 750-4099. Jackson Floor Company, Inc. has a single mission: complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced professionals. With over 25 years of experience, we have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience. This approach has set us apart from our competition and keeps our customers' coming back! Give us a call today! sand & refinish hardwood floors no subcontractor on the job only Jackson Floor Co, Inc worker. If you would like to see more information about my company you can also visit us on our social media sites, you can copy and past the following links into your web browser: http://www.facebook.com/jacksonfloorco

"Love the new floors. They have held up well"

Nancy S on September 2024

CALL OR TEXT US DIRECTLY AT (443) 750-4099. Jackson Floor Company, Inc. has a single mission: complete customer satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. We work with only the highest quality materials and experienced professionals. With over 25 years of experience, we have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress free experience. This approach has set us apart from our competition and keeps our customers' coming back! Give us a call today! sand & refinish hardwood floors no subcontractor on the job only Jackson Floor Co, Inc worker. If you would like to see more information about my company you can also visit us on our social media sites, you can copy and past the following links into your web browser: http://www.facebook.com/jacksonfloorco

"Love the new floors. They have held up well"

Nancy S on September 2024


Avatar for JVS Floors, LLC
JVS Floors, LLC
Based In
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
JVS Floors, LLC
Based In
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 local quotes requested

JVS Floors is a small family business located in Howard County Maryland servicing the DMV area. We install and sand and refinish hardwood floors, Engineered Flooring, install Luxury Vinyl Planks (LVP), Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT), Laminate Flooring, Vinyl Sheet Flooring and Ceramic Flooring. With a passion for the industry of flooring, Jesus (CEO & Owner), have been perfecting his craft since 2014, and training his workers to offer the finest work and service to his clients. Our business workers are professionals prepared to offer a quality job, making sure that our customers are happy and get their dream flooring.

"Great job. Very efficient."

Kari P on April 2025

JVS Floors is a small family business located in Howard County Maryland servicing the DMV area. We install and sand and refinish hardwood floors, Engineered Flooring, install Luxury Vinyl Planks (LVP), Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT), Laminate Flooring, Vinyl Sheet Flooring and Ceramic Flooring. With a passion for the industry of flooring, Jesus (CEO & Owner), have been perfecting his craft since 2014, and training his workers to offer the finest work and service to his clients. Our business workers are professionals prepared to offer a quality job, making sure that our customers are happy and get their dream flooring.

"Great job. Very efficient."

Kari P on April 2025


Avatar for D&S Floor Covering Inc
D&S Floor Covering Inc
5622 OX Rd
4.82(
106
)
Approved Pro
D&S Floor Covering Inc
5622 OX Rd
4.82(
106
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
29 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

D&S Floor covering services the northern virginia area since 1999! We are a local small business willing to serve! We also offer financing! Come stop in anytime, shop at home or visit our website at www.dsfloorcovering.com

"Wow! Look at the hardwood flooring we had installed on 4-15-24 on the stairs and the whole second floor. It only took 2 days! The whole job cost $10,680 for hardwood upstairs the stairs to the first floor. We paid $2100 for high quality vinyl for the stairs going to the basement with the landing, plus tax. We worked with [*** Link removed ***] They have a tiny store at 5622 Ox Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039. Or call 703-764-9330 and they will come to your house. I got 2 other quotes from well-known companies. The estimates for the exact same job were $18,473 and $22,250. The company with the highest quote was very nice and informative. He told me his crews have been with him for 20 years. I was tempted, but just couldn’t pay close to double the price. The 3 man crew that came Monday worked FAST. The lead man has been with his boss for exactly 20 years, since he was 16 years old. He did all of the stair work, beautifully. The second day he came alone and finished the job. We Love our new floors!"

Kennet M on April 2024

D&S Floor covering services the northern virginia area since 1999! We are a local small business willing to serve! We also offer financing! Come stop in anytime, shop at home or visit our website at www.dsfloorcovering.com

"Wow! Look at the hardwood flooring we had installed on 4-15-24 on the stairs and the whole second floor. It only took 2 days! The whole job cost $10,680 for hardwood upstairs the stairs to the first floor. We paid $2100 for high quality vinyl for the stairs going to the basement with the landing, plus tax. We worked with [*** Link removed ***] They have a tiny store at 5622 Ox Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039. Or call 703-764-9330 and they will come to your house. I got 2 other quotes from well-known companies. The estimates for the exact same job were $18,473 and $22,250. The company with the highest quote was very nice and informative. He told me his crews have been with him for 20 years. I was tempted, but just couldn’t pay close to double the price. The 3 man crew that came Monday worked FAST. The lead man has been with his boss for exactly 20 years, since he was 16 years old. He did all of the stair work, beautifully. The second day he came alone and finished the job. We Love our new floors!"

Kennet M on April 2024

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FAQs for flooring projects in Beltsville, MD

The cost of flooring installation is $3,000 for the average homeowner. This cost can range from $1,500 to $4,500, depending on the project size, flooring material, and any special features. For example, if stairs need new flooring, you can expect to pay about $11 to $160 per step. Additionally, hardwood flooring costs significantly more than linoleum, with hardwood ranging from $6 to $22 per square foot and linoleum costing $3 to $7 per square foot.

Believe it or not, adding new flooring—especially floors like hardwood, laminate, tile, or vinyl—can add significant value to your home. If you update your flooring close to when you sell your home, you can see up to a 70% ROI on your new floors. Adding new flooring to your home is one of the quickest ways to make the whole room look refreshed and new, which is a positive point for selling.

While you certainly can install new flooring yourself, it may not always be the best idea. Since the condition of the floors is a significant component of your property’s value, it’s important that your project looks professionally done. If not, you run the risk of needing to have them replaced again before selling your home. If you’re looking to save money on the cost of floor installation, consider removing the old flooring yourself to save on labor costs.

When it comes to flooring installers, licensing laws vary from state to state. Even if your state doesn’t require your flooring installer to have a license, your municipality or city might, so it’s a good idea to check with your town before getting started. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines. 

Hiring an unlicensed flooring installer could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. 

As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:

  • The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check

  • Required to have applicable state and local licenses

  • Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review

  • Paying to advertise their services

  • Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi

Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.

It takes about one to three days for a two-person crew to lay 800 to 1,000 square feet of flooring daily. Remember that removal of existing flooring and additional prep work is considered during this time, and it’s likely that you won’t be able to pass through the room easily. In addition, you can expect lots of hammering and other noise from power tools during installation, so it’s best to plan accordingly.

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