Engineered Hardwood Flooring in Augusta, GA
Engineered hardwood gives you the look of real wood with far less worry about humidity. That matters in Augusta, where summers are long and sticky. It's also the top choice for newer homes in Grovetown and Evans built on concrete slabs.
We install it in living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms and basements all over the Augusta area. You get wide planks and modern colors. And your floor stays flat in every season.
Engineered floors are part of the 3,000+ hardwood installs we've finished. Most homes take about 2 to 3 days.
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What Is Engineered Hardwood?
Each plank has a top layer of real hardwood. It's called the wear layer. Under it is a strong core made of plywood layers. Those layers run in different directions, so the board doesn't swell and shrink as much as solid wood. From the top, it looks just like a solid wood floor.
Engineered vs. Solid Hardwood
Both are real wood floors. The difference is how they're made and where they work best.
Feature
Engineered hardwood
Solid hardwood
Built from
Real wood top layer over plywood
Solid wood all the way through
Handles humidity
Very well
Fair. Needs time to settle and gaps at the walls
Over concrete slabs
Yes
Not recommended
Wide planks (5 inches and up)
Great choice
More likely to cup
Can be refinished
1 to 3 times, depending on the wear layer
Many times
Installed cost
$6 to $20 per sq ft
$7 to $16 per sq ft
Installing Engineered Hardwood Over Concrete
Concrete slabs hold moisture, especially after a wet Georgia summer. That's the main reason wood floors on slabs fail. So we take it one step at a time:
STEP 1
Test the Slab
Concrete can hold a lot of water, even when it looks dry. So we test the slab's moisture before we give you a quote. The reading tells us which barrier and install method will work. It's the most important step on any slab job. Engineered floors are part of our 3,000+ installs, so we know what Augusta slabs can hide.
STEP 2
Moisture Barrier
Next, we roll out a moisture barrier made for wood floors. It stops water in the concrete from reaching your new planks. We overlap and tape every seam so nothing gets through. On some glue-down jobs, the adhesive itself acts as the barrier. Either way, your floor is protected from below.
STEP 3
Install the Planks
We glue the planks down or float them, based on your slab and budget. Glue-down floors feel solid and quiet. Floating floors go in faster and cost less. We stagger the seams and mix boards from different boxes for a natural look. Most homes are done in about 2 to 3 days.
STEP 4
Gaps and Trim
We leave small gaps around the edges so the wood can move with the seasons. Then we cover those gaps with matching trim. Transitions to tile or carpet are cut to sit flat and smooth. Before we leave, we walk the floor with you. If anything isn't right, we fix it on the spot.
Glue-down floors feel solid and quiet. Floating floors go in faster and cost less. We'll tell you which one fits your home at the estimate.
Wide Plank Engineered Floors
Planks 5 to 10 inches wide make a room feel bigger. They're a big trend in new Augusta homes. Wide boards move more with humidity, so engineered is the safer choice for this look. White oak and hickory are the most popular picks.
Engineered Hardwood Cost in Augusta
Engineered hardwood usually costs $6 to $20 per square foot, installed. A 300 square foot living room runs about $1,800 to $6,000. Carpet removal and slab prep cost extra if you need them.
What Changes the Price
- Wear layer thickness. Thicker lasts longer and can be refinished more
- Plank width and length
- Wood species and finish
- Glue-down or floating install
- Slab prep, moisture barrier and removing the old floor
Recent Project: Augusta Living Room
This living room had worn beige carpet and no hardwood underneath. We pulled out the carpet, pad and tack strips. Then we prepped the subfloor and put in new engineered hardwood in a rich, warm color. The room went from dated to bright and open.
3 days · about $3,900
What to Expect During Your Installation
Our own team does the work in your home. We never hand your job to subcontractors. Before we start, you get our work hours and an emergency contact. Every job comes with a full cleanup. We control the dust, protect your walkways and haul away the old materials.
How Our Quotes Work
Estimates are free. We come to you anywhere in our service area, and we try to reply the same business day. Most jobs are priced by the square foot. You get the full price in writing before we start. Prices rarely change. If we find a surprise under the floor, we show you first and get your OK.
Engineered Hardwood FAQs
Is engineered hardwood real wood?
Yes. The top layer you walk on is real hardwood. Only the core is made of plywood layers. That's what makes it more stable.
Can engineered hardwood be refinished?
Most can, if the wear layer is thick enough. A 2 mm layer can usually be sanded once. A 4 mm or thicker layer can be refinished two or three times.
Can it go in a basement?
Yes. It's one of the few real wood floors that works below ground. We just test for moisture first and use a proper barrier.
Is engineered hardwood good with dogs?
It can be. Pick a harder wood like hickory or white oak. Choose a matte finish too. It hides scratches better than a shiny one.
How long does installation take?
Most homes take about 2 to 3 days once the wood has settled in. Slab prep can add a day.
Related Hardwood Floor Services
Hardwood Floor Installation
New solid hardwood, from tear-out to the final trim.
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Bring worn, scratched floors back to life.
Recent Projects
See before and after photos from jobs around Augusta.
Get a Free Engineered Hardwood Estimate in Augusta
Tell us about your rooms and your subfloor. We'll come test the slab and measure for free. You'll hear back the same business day.