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Q: How much does it cost to change from carpet to hardwood floors?

• <div><p>The average cost to install hardwood flooring is <b>$4,700</b>. While this is more than double the average cost of installing a new carpet and removing your old one, it has some significant advantages. Hardwood flooring might not be as cozy or soundproofing as carpets, but it's lower maintenance and way more durable. With the right care, hardwood floors can last a lifetime, whereas the average lifespan of a carpet is 10 years.</p></div>

Q: Do carpet tiles need padding or underlayment?

• <div><p>In most cases, you do not need to put padding or underlayment under carpet tiles. Unlike traditional carpet, which requires a separate pad, carpet tiles are designed to be installed directly onto a firm subfloor like plywood, concrete, or tile. Many carpet tiles come with a built-in underlay and attach with peel-and-stick adhesive, double-sided carpet tape, or glue. For a more comfortable, cushioned feel, especially in residential settings, you can opt for padded carpet tiles that have a thicker underlay attached. While it's generally not recommended to install a separate pad, a compact underlayment might be used in some situations, though this typically requires professional installation. An acoustic underlay may also be considered in commercial spaces or multi-level homes where noise reduction is a priority.</p></div>

Q: How long does commercial carpet installation take?

• <div><p>Most projects take 1-3 days, depending on space size and complexity.</p></div>

Q: How can I make my open floor plan quieter?

• <div><p>Without walls, other options to quiet an open space are to add noise-dampening materials like rugs, carpets, curtains, and soft furniture. These can act as a barrier to block and absorb sound. More expensive alternatives include acoustic panels, room dividers and temporary walls, and more advanced soundproofing.</p></div>

Q: What are the pros and cons of installing carpet?

• <div><p>When choosing whether to install carpet in your home, consider the pros and cons of this change:</p><p>Pros</p><ul><li><p>More affordable than laminate flooring</p></li><li><p>Gives the room a warmer feel</p></li><li><p>Softer on feet</p></li><li><p>Wide variety of textures and colors</p></li><li><p>Hides dirt easily</p></li><li><p>Faster and easier to install</p></li></ul><p>Cons</p><ul><li><p>Shows wear and tear more quickly than laminate flooring</p></li><li><p>Shows stains</p></li><li><p>Soaks up liquids</p></li><li><p>May not work well in some areas, such as a bathroom</p></li><li><p>Less durable than laminate flooring</p></li><li><p>Susceptible to water damage, mold, and mildew</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Last update on June 18, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
Tom did a great job on our dining room and kitchen floors. He worked very hard and knocked out both floors in a day and half. Highly recommend Top Notch for all your flooring needs. Very reasonably priced and appreciated the military discount!
Top Notch Construct, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2026
Mike did excellent work staining our front porch deck floor. He is the very best. I would highly recommend him.
Edes Helping Hands
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Reviewed in October 2025
A great company to deal with from sales through installation.
Mckeage Industries
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Reviewed in October 2024
I had the pleasure of having Zach Carter install new flooring in my home. He was very knowledgeable and helpful when it came to picking the right flooring for my downstairs which is on a slab. Zach was hard working and got the job done in a timely manner without quality suffering. Would hire...
Sawtooth Services, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
Very friendly and knowledgeable and really understood my vision. The 3d rendering was so detailed, it showed the exact flooring & paint color with the cabinet and countertop selection. Was exactly what I wanted!
Design Haven, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
We have hired him twice. We were thrilled with his work both times! In this last job, he repaired a large hump in our hardwood floor that came about due to moisture. He was able to pull up the boards, fix the subfloor, and then put the boards back and refinish the entire 15'8"' x...
Johnny Hardwood Flooring
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Reviewed in June 2023
The repairs to the floor were worse than I had anticipated, but Mr. Heath seemed undaunted and completed the work Ike the pro he is.
Heath Enterprises
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Reviewed in June 2023
Hired them to lay a vinyl wood plank floor in my kitchen. Response time was quick and I had my appointment and floor installed within 10 days. Very professional, knowledgeable, and were here when they said the would be. That’s rare these days! Installation was reasonably priced. I would hire...
Dickel Floor Corporation
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Reviewed in June 2023
KA drywall did a fantastic job in our home laying laminate flooring price was very reasonable. Did a great job cleaning up when the job was finished I was very happy to have KA drywall do this job for me.
KA Drywall
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Reviewed in August 2022
They installed in my acrylic shower. We called them on Sunday, and they arrived the following day. The installation appears to be quite solid and professionally done. The installer took great care to ensure that the installation was secure and well-executed.
Bath Planet of Atlanta
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Tomahawk Flooring

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Serving Etna, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Warranties offered

"Tomahawk Flooring turned a 50 year old pine floor that was in horrible condition, into a very nice looking floor that significantly improves the livability of the house"

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Response time7 hrs

Recommended by87%of homeowners

Laminate Wood or Stone Flooring - InstallWood Flooring - RefinishWood Flooring - Repair or Partially Replace+15 more

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"DT Hardwood did an installation for us in 11/2020. They were prompt and did an exceptional job. We have oddly shaped rooms and thats where the attention to detail and focus on quality really shined through. They finished our living room, kitchen and hallway in under a day. Very pleased. If I replace any other floors, I'm going to use them again."

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Top Notch Construct, LLC

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"Tom did a great job on our dining room and kitchen floors. He worked very hard and knocked out both floors in a day and half. Highly recommend Top Notch for all your flooring needs. Very reasonably priced and appreciated the military discount!"

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"We had all our wood floors refinished, by McNulty Wood Floors and we are Amazed how Beautiful they came out! The attention to detail, and respect for our home is definitely impressive. We appreciated Aarons honesty and expertise, we highly recommend his business and I’ve already sent referrals his way! Nice to know a honest company, Thank You McNulty Floors for a job well done!"

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Serving Etna, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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"He did a great job. The timing was a little off due to weather and prior commitments but we were pleased with the results."

Response time2 days

Response rate85%

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Johnny Hardwood Flooring

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Serving Etna, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Offers commercial services

"We have hired him twice. We were thrilled with his work both times! In this last job, he repaired a large hump in our hardwood floor that came about due to moisture. He was able to pull up the boards, fix the subfloor, and then put the boards back and refinish the entire 15'8"' x 18'3" floor. Price was more than reasonable. He and his crew did all of this work in less that a day. I'd give him 10 stars if I could! Highly recommend."

Response time1 day

Response rate95%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Etna, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

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Offers commercial services

"Clean, quick, efficient. There wasn?t the usual waste of time or material that you can get with some contractors. If you want decent work from decent contractors, here you go."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate95%

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In business since 2022

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Offers commercial services

"Mike did excellent work staining our front porch deck floor. He is the very best. I would highly recommend him."

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Offers commercial services

"Amazing work , they moved all the things out of my garage for me and put it back as well and took what I didn’t want my floor came out amazing 10/10 !!! And best price around I’ve been looking now for over a year thank you"

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Innovation Painting & Remodeling, LLC

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Serving Etna, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great work,very prompt, extremely careful and exact work. They cleaned up their debris and left the house looking great."

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Response time9 hrs

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Flooring Installation questions, answered by experts

The average cost to install hardwood flooring is $4,700. While this is more than double the average cost of installing a new carpet and removing your old one, it has some significant advantages. Hardwood flooring might not be as cozy or soundproofing as carpets, but it's lower maintenance and way more durable. With the right care, hardwood floors can last a lifetime, whereas the average lifespan of a carpet is 10 years.

In most cases, you do not need to put padding or underlayment under carpet tiles. Unlike traditional carpet, which requires a separate pad, carpet tiles are designed to be installed directly onto a firm subfloor like plywood, concrete, or tile. Many carpet tiles come with a built-in underlay and attach with peel-and-stick adhesive, double-sided carpet tape, or glue. For a more comfortable, cushioned feel, especially in residential settings, you can opt for padded carpet tiles that have a thicker underlay attached. While it's generally not recommended to install a separate pad, a compact underlayment might be used in some situations, though this typically requires professional installation. An acoustic underlay may also be considered in commercial spaces or multi-level homes where noise reduction is a priority.

Most projects take 1-3 days, depending on space size and complexity.

Without walls, other options to quiet an open space are to add noise-dampening materials like rugs, carpets, curtains, and soft furniture. These can act as a barrier to block and absorb sound. More expensive alternatives include acoustic panels, room dividers and temporary walls, and more advanced soundproofing.

When choosing whether to install carpet in your home, consider the pros and cons of this change:

Pros

More affordable than laminate flooring
Gives the room a warmer feel
Softer on feet
Wide variety of textures and colors
Hides dirt easily
Faster and easier to install

Cons

Shows wear and tear more quickly than laminate flooring
Shows stains
Soaks up liquids
May not work well in some areas, such as a bathroom
Less durable than laminate flooring
Susceptible to water damage, mold, and mildew

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