Flooring Price Guide
All five flooring types, side by side. Installed rates, what’s included, and real project ranges — before we ever walk through your door.
How Pricing Works Every per-sqft rate is a true installed price — materials, underlayment or adhesive, labor, and tax. Demo, leveling, baseboards, and transitions vary by project and are listed separately below the table.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Click any row labeled “Tiers” or “Project” to expand details for that flooring type.
Carpet $3.40–$9.50+ / sq ft installed |
Laminate $6.73–$9.00 / sq ft installed |
Vinyl Plank (LVP) $6.88–$11.00 / sq ft installed |
Hardwood $9.18–$16.00 / sq ft installed |
Tile $10.00–$16.00 / sq ft installed |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material Included | ✓ Carpet + 6 lb pad | ✓ Laminate + underlayment | ✓ LVP + moisture barrier | ✓ Hardwood + adhesive | ✓ Tile + thinset + grout |
| Tax Included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Labor Included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Waterproof | – | ✓ Brand dependent | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| OK for Wet Areas | – | – | ✓ | ✓ Kitchen, hall baths | ✓ |
| Durability | Good | Excellent | Good to Excellent | Good to Excellent | Excellent |
| Comfort Underfoot | Best | Good | Good | Firm | Firm |
| Leveling Risk | LowNot required for carpet | HighRequired for best result | HighRequired for best result | HighGlue-down is unforgiving | HighCritical for large format |
| Demo Cost | Included | $0.50–$3.50/sqft | $0.50–$3.50/sqft | $0.50–$3.50/sqft | $0.50–$3.50/sqft |
| Stairs Available | ✓ $250 flat (labor) | ✓ $1,735–$5,240 | ✓ $1,735–$5,240 | ✓ $1,735–$5,240 | – N/A |
| Best For | Bedrooms, upper floors, noise reduction | Whole home, wet areas, pets & kids | Whole home, wet areas, pets & kids | Living areas, dining rooms, highest ROI | Bathrooms, kitchens, main level |
| View Products | Carpet Types | Laminate Types | LVP Types | Hardwood Types | Tile Types |
Tap any section to expand pricing tiers and real project examples
Budget
~$3.40
per sqft installed
Entry-level commercial-grade carpet with a standard 6 lb pad. A solid choice for rentals and secondary bedrooms where foot traffic stays moderate.
Example: MJS entry-grade
Mid-Range
$7–$10
per sqft installed
Shaw residential-grade. This covers most projects we install. Pad upgrades available, including 8 lb or moisture barrier for pet households.
Example: Shaw residential
Premium
$9.50+
per sqft installed
Designer-grade carpet from Masland. Memory foam pad upgrade available (adds ~$1.50/sqft) for the softest underfoot feel.
Example: Masland designer
Standard
$7.88
per sqft installed
The standard rate applies to most projects. Premium acoustical underlayment is included for noise reduction underfoot.
Example: Tuffcore 12mm
Volume / Value
$7.25–$7.50
per sqft installed
Volume discount on projects over 600 sqft. Same product quality at a reduced rate when the scope of work justifies it.
Example: Prestige Sequoia, large job
With Stairs
+$1,735–$5,240
flat stair add-on
Includes build-out, height adjustments, riser material, and painted risers. The range reflects staircase size and complexity.
Range reflects staircase size
Entry LVP
$7.53
per sqft installed
Coretec Plus Enhanced. 12 mil wear layer, 6″ plank. Holds up well in high-traffic areas and pet households.
Example: Coretec Plus Enhanced
Mid LVP
~$7.83
per sqft installed
Shaw Pantheon HD. Thicker plank construction, enhanced sound reduction, and deeper embossing for a more authentic look.
Example: Shaw Pantheon HD
Premium LVP
$8.36
per sqft installed
Coretec Vinyl Enhanced. 20 mil wear layer, wider plank, superior rigidity. The right choice for whole-home installations.
Example: Coretec Vinyl Enhanced
Engineered
$10.07–$11.50
per sqft installed
Real wood veneer on a multi-ply core. More stable than solid hardwood in Central Texas humidity. Installs direct over concrete slab.
Example: Engineered oak, 3–5″ plank
Solid Prefinished
$11.50–$13.50
per sqft installed
Factory-finished solid hardwood. Requires OSB sheathing over concrete (adds ~$1.10/sqft). Can be sanded and refinished down the road.
Example: Solid prefinished oak or hickory
Premium / Wide Plank
$13.50–$14.72
per sqft installed
Premium species and wide-plank formats (5″+). Designer aesthetics with the highest material cost of the three tiers.
Example: Wide-plank white oak, walnut
Standard Format
$9.89–$10.50
per sqft installed
18×18 or 12×24 porcelain. The most common format for bathrooms and entries. Fastest to install with predictable results.
Example: American Olean 18×18
Mid Format
$10.50–$11.50
per sqft installed
12×24 or 18×36 premium porcelain. A popular pick for master baths and larger rooms where scale matters.
Example: Stone Solutions 12×24
Large Format
$11.50–$12.15
per sqft installed
8×48 wood-look or 24×48+ formats. Highest labor cost. Minimal grout lines and a high-end finished look.
Example: BPI Milestone 8×48
Full Transparency
Not included in any installed rate above. Every applicable item is itemized on your written estimate before work begins.
Every hard surface requires the subfloor level within 1/16″ to 1/8″ over a 10-foot span. Central Texas clay soil means this is common. We include a baseline allowance in every estimate, but the final count is confirmed only after your existing floor is removed.
Adjusted to actual bags used at $100/bag. Most projects use 4–25+ bags.
Our Commitment
Material pricing locked in at deposit — even if tariffs or supplier costs change before install.
50% deposit to initiate. Balance due at completion — or 45%/5% split at substantial completion.
Visa and Mastercard with 3–3.5% surcharge. Cash and check avoid the surcharge.
Every installation backed by our 2-year labor warranty. We stand behind every square foot.
Every home is different. We’ll come to you, measure your space, and give you a detailed written estimate — no surprises, no pressure.
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