Don’t floor it. Slow down and think about how you can improve your home. 

More than 123,000 Americans are flooring installers. This number sounds excessive. But with so many different options for flooring, you need many people you can go to to ask questions. 

How much does it cost to install flooring? What are the least expensive flooring materials? What roles do installation methods play? 

Answer these questions and you can find the right flooring for your home. Here is your quick guide. 

Kinds of Flooring 

Each type of home flooring has its own price. Wood flooring is the quintessential material for residences. It can cost as little as three dollars or as much as 12 per square foot. 

The wide range is due to the different kinds of wood that can go into your floor. Exotic wood can cost over ten dollars per square foot. Wood tile provides the same appearance as exotic wood with inexpensive materials. 

Tiling has a similar price range. Agate and mother of pearl tiles are very expensive. But ceramic tiles tend to run below three dollars. 

Carpeting can cost as low as two dollars per square foot. Polyester is a common material that is less expensive. But more expensive materials like wool tend to be cheap, costing around seven dollars. 

Most estimates for concrete flooring run between four and eight dollars per square foot. Concrete is just as sturdy as wood. If you are looking for a hard floor that won’t cost too much, consider concrete instead. 

Flooring Installation 

Installation affects the flooring cost just as much as the material does. The more complicated your installation is, the more you will have to pay. 

Replacing your floor involves removing several layers of material. Your flooring service then must prep the material you have selected and install it. Some replacement services charge above 25 dollars per square foot. 

Changing tiles is similarly difficult. Your service has to remove the old tile and then prep the worn surface. You may need to pay 30 dollars.

Replacing your carpet is far less labor-intensive. It may cost less than two dollars per square foot. You can then replace your carpet with hardwood or tiling. 

Think over your flooring options carefully. Once you install it, you must commit to it. Do some research and look here for more tips on what to select. 

So How Much Does It Cost to Install Flooring? 

Many people ask, “How much does it cost to install flooring?” The answer requires looking at two factors. 

The first is flooring material. In general, polyester carpeting and ceramic tiles are the most inexpensive materials. Exotic wood is the most expensive. 

The second is installation methods. Replacing a carpet costs very little money. But replacing your floor or changing tiles can be pricey. 

Your best material is carpeting because it is cheap to install. If you don’t like it, you can replace it at little expense. 

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