Hardwood Floor Installation in Augusta, GA

New hardwood changes how your home looks and feels. It's warmer than tile. It's easier to clean than carpet. And buyers love it when it's time to sell. We install hardwood floors across Augusta, Evans, Martinez, Grovetown and North Augusta.

Maybe you're replacing old carpet in one bedroom. Or maybe you want wood across the whole first floor. We handle every step, from tear-out to the final trim.

We've finished more than 3,000 hardwood installs. Most homes take about 2 to 3 days once the wood has settled in.

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Our Hardwood Installation Services

Solid oak hardwood boards being nailed down during installation

Solid Hardwood Installation

Solid hardwood is real wood all the way through. It's usually 3/4 inch thick. We nail it to a plywood subfloor, which is how most Augusta homes over crawl spaces are built. You can sand and refinish it many times. It can last as long as your house.

Carpet being removed before hardwood installation in Augusta

Carpet to Hardwood

Tired of stained carpet that never looks clean? We pull up the carpet, pad and tack strips. Then we haul it all away. Many Augusta homes built before 1980 have oak hiding underneath. If yours does, we'll show you. Refinishing it could save you thousands.

Old hardwood floor being replaced in an Augusta home

Hardwood Floor Replacement

Are your boards rotted, badly damaged or sanded too thin? Then it's time for new wood. We pull out the old floor and fix any soft spots in the subfloor. Then we put in new hardwood that blends with the rest of your home.

Engineered Hardwood

Building on a concrete slab or want extra-wide planks? Engineered hardwood is often the better pick there. It handles Georgia's humidity better than solid wood. It still looks like the real thing, because the top layer is real wood.

Choosing Your Wood

Harder woods stand up better to pets, kids and furniture. The Janka scale measures how well a wood resists dents. A higher number means a harder floor. At your estimate, we'll show you the options that fit your home and budget.

✓ Red oak (1,290): warm color and bold grain. The most common floor in Augusta.

✓ White oak (1,360): a cooler tan color. Great for modern and wide plank looks.

✓ Hard maple (1,450): pale and smooth. Best with a light or natural finish.

✓ Hickory (1,820): very hard and rustic. A smart pick if you have dogs.

Red oak, white oak, maple and hickory flooring samples

How Hardwood Installation Works

STEP 1

Measure and Test

We measure every room and note each doorway and transition. Then we check the subfloor for moisture and soft spots. A moisture meter tells us if the wood will be safe to install. After more than 3,000 installs, we know what problems to look for. Catching them now keeps your new floor flat for years.

STEP 2

Pick Your Wood

We bring real samples to your home. You see them in your own light, next to your walls and cabinets. We explain how each wood holds up to kids, pets and furniture. Most people narrow it down in one visit. There's never any pressure to decide on the spot.

STEP 3

Let the Wood Settle

New boards sit in your home for 3 to 5 days before we install them. This lets the wood adjust to your home's humidity. Augusta's damp summers make this step a must. Skipping it leads to gaps and cupped boards later. It's a big reason our floors stay tight season after season.

STEP 4

Prep

We pull up the old carpet, tile or wood and haul it away. Then we fix any soft or squeaky spots in the subfloor. We grind down high spots and fill low ones so the surface is flat. A flat subfloor is the key to a quiet, solid floor. We also cover vents and doorways to keep dust out of the rest of your home.

STEP 5

Install and Trim

Boards go down row by row, nailed tight to the subfloor. We mix boards from different boxes so the color looks natural. We leave small gaps at the walls so the wood can move. Then we add quarter round and smooth transitions to other rooms. For a typical house, this takes about 2 to 3 days.

STEP 6

Walkthrough

When the floor is in, we walk every room with you. We check the boards, the trim and the transitions. If anything isn't right, we fix it before we leave. We also show you how to care for your new floor. About 9 out of 10 of our jobs finish on the planned date.

Hardwood Floor Installation Cost in Augusta

Solid hardwood installation usually costs $7 to $16 per square foot. That includes materials and labor. A 12 by 15 foot bedroom runs about $1,300 to $2,900. Extras like carpet removal or stairs cost more.

Service

Typical cost

Solid hardwood, installed

$7 to $16 per sq ft

Engineered hardwood, installed

$6 to $20 per sq ft

Carpet removal and haul-away

$1 to $4 per sq ft

Subfloor leveling

$2 to $7 per sq ft

Stairs

Priced per step

What Changes the Price

The wood species and grade you choose
Plank width (wider boards cost more)
What's being removed first: carpet, tile or old wood
Subfloor repairs or leveling
Stairs, closets and transitions to other rooms

Why Acclimation Matters in Augusta

Augusta summers are hot and humid, and August is the wettest month. Wood soaks up that moisture and swells. Then it shrinks in the dry winter air. That's why new boards sit in your home for 3 to 5 days before we install them. We also leave small gaps at the walls so the wood can move. Skip these steps, and you get gaps in winter and cupped boards in summer.

Hardwood flooring acclimating in an Augusta home before installation

Recent Installation Project: Augusta Living Room

This living room had worn beige carpet and no hardwood underneath. We pulled it all out and prepped the subfloor. Then we put in new engineered hardwood in a rich, warm color.

3 days · about $3900

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.

Hardwood Floor Installation FAQs

How long does hardwood installation take?

Once the wood has settled in for a few days, most homes take about 2 to 3 days. About 9 out of 10 of our jobs finish on the planned date.

Should I choose solid or engineered hardwood?

Solid hardwood works great over plywood subfloors in homes with crawl spaces. Engineered hardwood is usually better over concrete slabs and in basements. It's also the better pick for planks wider than 5 inches.

Can you put hardwood in a kitchen?

Yes. Hardwood works well in kitchens as long as spills get wiped up quickly. We recommend a durable finish and a mat in front of the sink.

Can you match new hardwood to my existing floors?

Usually, yes. We match the wood type and board width. Then we stain and finish the new area so it blends in. Sometimes the best match comes from refinishing the old and new floors together.