How do I know when I need to refinish my hardwood floors?

<div>It’s <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/when-should-you-refinish-hardwood-floors.htm">time to refinish your hardwood floors</a> when they show signs of age that diminish their overall appearance and function. A few surefire signals that you should consider refinishing your hardwood floors include:<ul><li>Gouges, scrapes, deep scratches, and dents over a significant area</li><li>Discoloration from stains or sun exposure</li><li>Water damage causing rotting, warping, or bowing</li><li>Weak, spongy, or soft spots in the floor indicating damaged subflooring</li><li>Dull and worn appearance across most of the floor</li></ul></div>

What kinds of wood are used for hardwood floors?

<div>Several kinds of wood can be used for wood flooring, not all being hardwood, ranging in price per square foot. You should choose the best type of wood for your flooring based on desired color, cost, durability, feel, and texture.Check out the cost of common wood types per square foot:<ul><li>Maple: $7–$11</li><li>Pine: $5–$10</li><li>Bamboo: $5–$11</li><li>White ash: $9–$13 </li><li>Hickory: $6–$13 </li><li>Red oak: $8–$13 </li><li>White oak: $8–$15 </li><li>Brazilian walnut: $11–$20 </li></ul></div>

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Q: How much does refinishing hardwood floors cost?

<div>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hardwood-floor-refinishing-cost-and-other-factors.htm">cost to refinish hardwood floors</a> is $1,900 on average, ranging from $600 to $4,500, depending on the area size, the floor&rsquo;s condition, the type of wood, the type of coating, and the refinishing method. Traditional refinishing includes sanding the floors, which can be very dusty and costs about $3 to $8 per square foot. Dustless refinishing uses a vacuum to collect dust during the sanding process, reducing the amount of dust produced, and costs about $5 to $8 per square foot. </div>

Q: How much does it cost to install hardwood floors?

<div>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-hardwood-flooring-cost.htm">cost to install hardwood flooring</a> is about $4,800 on average, ranging from about $1,000 to $12,000. Nationally, the average cost to install hardwood floors ranges from $6 to $12 per square foot for labor and materials. High-end woods and large spaces may cost $13 to $25 per square foot. Additional cost factors include:<ul><li>Square footage of the area</li><li>Type of wood</li><li>Preparation requirements</li><li>Type of finish</li><li>Location</li><li>Floor style and pattern</li><li>Plank thickness</li><li>Wood grade, color, and grain</li></ul></div>

Q: How do I know when I need to refinish my hardwood floors?

<div>It&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/when-should-you-refinish-hardwood-floors.htm">time to refinish your hardwood floors</a> when they show signs of age that diminish their overall appearance and function. A few surefire signals that you should consider refinishing your hardwood floors include:<ul><li>Gouges, scrapes, deep scratches, and dents over a significant area</li><li>Discoloration from stains or sun exposure</li><li>Water damage causing rotting, warping, or bowing</li><li>Weak, spongy, or soft spots in the floor indicating damaged subflooring</li><li>Dull and worn appearance across most of the floor</li></ul></div>

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Reviewed in December 2024
They were spectacular, wonderful, and awesome!!! They were very business professional, polite, and hard workers. They were so great!!! They accepted the job even though they were a hundred miles away, and it was an awesome job. I am so happy!
WOODWARD FLOORING
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Reviewed in October 2019
The project is about 50% complete at this time and we can’t say enough about our wonderful experience with Jackson Construction (Dorson Jackson). This is our first experience with new construction and/or remodeling. Dorson has guided us through planning our project to meet our “vision”. HIs vast...
Jackson Construction
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Reviewed in February 2019
Extremely happy with the new addition to our home. We added a mother-in-law suite, craft room, bonus room, mudroom and remodeled the kitchen. He was very professional throughout the entire process and helped us navigate through some unusual situations. He was very conscious about noise levels...
Spaeth Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2012
The job went great. We had some set backs due to asbestos removal and rusted out water pipes etc but Brian overcame all obstacles to get this job done.
Halvorson Mason Corp
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Reviewed in October 2017
The family room is beautiful and blends with the rest of the house perfectly. Our home has a lot of custom features and their attention to detail is exceptional.
Halvorson Mason Corp
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Reviewed in May 2011
The work was completed on time. The contractor kept us well informed about the work schedule and asked for our approval throughout the stages of construction. Halvorson-Mason's staff was attentive to detail. There was a very short punch of minor items list which was taken care of immediately.
Halvorson Mason Corp
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Reviewed in October 2015
Very easy process Brian was easy to work with and always provided advise to help process move along fast.
Halvorson Mason Corp
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Reviewed in December 2018
We needed help with putting our ideas on paper to make our home efficient, functional and beautiful. After looking at home renovation shows we also realized we needed help knowing all the available options for fixtures and trims and with putting it all together. When we first contacted Chris...
Halvorson Mason Corp
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Reviewed in April 2011
First, the designs are excellent, providing maximum privacy for each home and excellent use of space. My 1,802 sq. ft. home feels much larger than it is. Vaulted ceilings, skylights, tall windows, and an open floor plan contribute to this. Second, the craftmanship throughout is first-rate....
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Reviewed in September 2018
Excellent job! Our new home is just want we wanted. The project came in ahead of schedule and on budget. Chris Fairfield has been a real pleasure to work with. He assisted on every aspect, from the house design to arranging subs for those additional little details we wanted. He manages a great...
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