Should flooring installers be certified or licensed?

<div>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> 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:<ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

How long does it take to install flooring?

<div>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.</div>

Top 10 Best Flooring contractors in Houston, MO

Laminate Wood or Stone Flooring Installation

Verified Reviews for Flooring pros in Houston, MO

*The Angi rating for Flooring companies in Houston, MO is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Flooring needs.

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Last update on August 06, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
They came and tore out the old carpet in the living room and glue down flooring from the kitchen, and had the newfloor installed within 5 hours. This was 5 or 7 years ago and it still looks great. No issues, baseboard still looks good, no noise from it or anything. 10/10 would and have...
Blackwell Flooring and Tile
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Reviewed in August 2024
Squeak Stoppers installed waterproof vinyl planking in my bathroom. I chose them because they have BBB and A+ accreditation. It was easy to schedule an installation date. The installer was friendly and answered all of my questions. The work was completed and I couldn't be any happier. The...
Squeak Stoppers LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
They installed a beautiful retaining wall. It turned out great.
Bri-Co Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2019
I was shopping for a new convertible top to be installed on my car and went into Express Upholstery in St. Peters to get pricing. They wrote up a quote for me, I liked the price, we scheduled a date for the installation, and they said I needed to give them a deposit for half of the price which I...
Express Upholstery Services
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Reviewed in July 2017
The technician was professional. He destroyed my filter in the furnace and left the remains laying on the floor. The AC worked for awhile. Then we experienced the same issue.
Thermodyne
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Reviewed in April 2017
It went well and the job was finished quicker than expected. The only complaint that I had was that the salesman was not as informed about the flooring that would work well with my home and the type of flooring had to be changed after the installation crew came in to inspect the subfloor. They...
Empire Today�
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Reviewed in September 2014
It went very well. The installer got a later than expected start, but did call in advance that morning to provide notification of running late. As a result, the work went a little later than expected. But the quality of the work was excellent. The installer listened to my concerns regarding some...
Advanced Radon Control
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Reviewed in June 2014
This guy was puffing, drunk, he put a hole on my wall,he screwed up my 10000$ floor, he made a huge hole in my floor. he tried to fix it. I did not like what they installed on my floor.
UNION FURNITURE CO
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Reviewed in March 2011
he did a fantastic job he had to remove fuel tank in order to install the fuel pump inside of it had the job done in about 3 hours
OSBORNE ENTERPRISES
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Reviewed in March 2011
the job went very well it took about 3 days. They came in and cut floor aroung wall in basement and installed a system under the floor to stop water from coming in. they also put in a French drain outside to carry water off and over a hill in the back yard everything is below ground and cannot...
Crawford Waterproofing
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Flooring contractors in Houston

Geaux Flooring Direct

Geaux Flooring Direct

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

41 local quotes requested

** WE SPECIALIZE IN HIGH GRADE LUXURY VINYL PLANK INSTALLATION***. Geaux Flooring Direct is a complete full service flooring company located in Lebanon, MO. We service the Ozarks Region and surrounding areas. Our Commercial and Residential Services Include: - Wholesale Flooring Materials - In home appointments including free estimates - Flooring surface assessment and preparation - Demolition and debris removal (old hardwood or tile flooring) - Flooring installation - Baseboard and corner round installation - Paint and caulk trim - Job clean up

"Steven was very responsive to our request. His communication with me was extremely good. He set the appointment to so the work and notified me when he was coming. We were not at the house during the work so he sent us pictures of the work as it was being done and when completed. He is extremely honest and notified me before he was completed that the job did not take as long as he expected and he would cut the bill, which he did. I would hire him again with no issues."

Rick K on July 2025

Missouri Home Improvement LLC

Missouri Home Improvement LLC

1 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

With years in the industry here at Missouri Home Improvement LLC we pride our company on attention to detail, punctuality, reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. Our attention to detail is that of no other. We look forward to earning your business. Give us a call today!

"Kyle responded quickly to my request for an estimate. I sent a picture of what we needed fixed. He gave me a reasonable quote and came out the same day and got it done. He repaired a section of vinyl siding that had come loose and ripped off in a storm. He fixed that and then proactively repaired and reinforced some other areas that were likely to come loose down the road. Great work."

Amy S on February 2025

Davis Home Improvement

Davis Home Improvement

Customers say: Quick response

3 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Davis Home Improvement is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Lee was very professional and knowledgeable about the job. He was quick and affordable. We will definitely be working with him again. Thank you for the job well done. We love our new floor!"

Johnnie B on December 2024

"Lee was very professional and knowledgeable about the job. He was quick and affordable. We will definitely be working with him again. Thank you for the job well done. We love our new floor!"

Johnnie B on December 2024

Curtis General Contracting Services LLC

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Curtis General Contracting Services LLC

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2 years of experience

Specialize in most handyman and general contracting services.

Big Country Construction

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Big Country Construction

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25 years of experience

Do you want someone you can trust and treats you better than family? If so, look no further. We specialize in tile, masonry, decks and patios. We also do cabinets, hardwood flooring, cement work, landscaping and overhang roofs. We can do it all. Everything for your home and/or property inside and out. We do it all. No job to big or small. We have been in this business for 20 plus years. Contact us for a free estimate today.

Pfleiderer and Sons Flooring

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Pfleiderer and Sons Flooring

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30 years of experience

Nearly 30 years ago, my father, Greg Pfleiderer, began Pfleiderer and Sons Flooring. For over 20 years, I have had the pleasure of working with him. In 2015, my father retired, and I have continued his business in West-Central Missouri. We provide floor installation for carpet, vinyl, hardwood, and the recently-popular lock-together flooring. While I sub-contract with Integrity Floors in Clinton, MO, I am will to provide estimates and services outside of Integrity Floors, if requested.

Mendwind Construction

1341 Co Rd 3170

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Mendwind Construction

1341 Co Rd 3170

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15 years of experience

Give military discounts, do quality work for low prices. Have a detailed building hand book that we follow on every job. Believe in giving the customers the best work out there.

First Class Roofing& Remodeling

13664 Maple Ridge Dr

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First Class Roofing& Remodeling

13664 Maple Ridge Dr

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Top Tier Kitchens & Baths

3226 W Division St

4.72(

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Top Tier Kitchens & Baths

3226 W Division St

4.72(

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Customers say: Quality work

99 local quotes requested

Top Tier Kitchens & Baths, LLC, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and by paying attention to the details that matter most to you. These are a few of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"I hired someone else"

Ronnie B on April 2024

"I hired someone else"

Ronnie B on April 2024

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FAQs for flooring projects in Houston, MO

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.