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 March 2024
Went amazingly, they are super kind and they are very good at what they do. I would definitely recommend them
Aljasem.Flooring
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Reviewed in April 2010
The contractor was always very punctual and he charged what he quoted from the beginning. The quality of the work was very good.
Charisma Construction
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Reviewed in June 2015
We gave Mr. Johnson and his company a call late April where they promptly came to our home to access the work that needed to be done. The estimate was really reasonable compared to the others we received and we were especially happy with the extra clarity and detail Mr. Johnson provided us in...
South Texas Home Renovations LLC
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Reviewed in March 2004
LARRY PROMPTLY RETURNS CALLS, USUALLY IN THE EVENING, AND IS PROMPTLY ONSITE THE DAY YOU REQUEST. HE AND HIS PARTNER LAID ALL OF MY CARPET AND WOOD FLOOR IN ONE DAY (STARTED AT 7 A.M. AND WAS COMPLETE BY 4 P.M. THAT EVENING).
Rader's Carpet Service
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Reviewed in November 2016
The overall experience was great from start to finish. I was truly impressed with their professionalism and craftsmanship. They installed all new wood flooring, book shelves on each side of room, and a custom built desk with granite countertop. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking...
Bellissimo Builders
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Reviewed in July 2012
Excellent, professional services. Mr. Chapa personally does an supervises work. He does not stop project until it is complete.
Chapa Remodeling
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Reviewed in April 2012
Came once. Never returned as promised. Have employed an Architect/contractor. obviously much more qualified.
Douglas Remodeling, Inc.
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