The secret to finding the right hardwood flooring contractor is hands-on research. There are about as many hardwood flooring contractors as there are types of hardwood flooring. Finding the right contractor will ensure a quality job, as well as, a great experience for you. Here are the four phases of finding the right hardwood flooring contractor.
Finding a hardwood flooring contractor
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Getting hardwood floors is a big and expensive project, you want to make sure that every aspect of the process feels right. There are so many decisions that need to be made. The most important aspect of finding a contractor is to find someone that you feel comfortable with, and trust to give you the right information.
Phase one: Ask the neighbors
One of the first places we get inspiration for new floors is checking out your friends and neighbors floors. When you see a hardwood floor that you love, ask who the contractor was. The first phase of finding a hardwood flooring contractor that you trust is to ask people that you trust, like friends, family, and neighbors.
Phase two: Visit hardwood flooring showrooms
Talking to experts is an important step in choosing the right wood, but it’s also important when choosing the contractor who will install your floors. When you visit a showroom and talk to the experts you will get a good sense of their ability and their knowledge. However, just because they know everything doesn’t mean that their craftsmanship lives up to your expectations.
Phase three: Ask to see their work
Once you’ve picked their brain you need to check their work. If you live in Colorado, chances are you’ve been walking on T&G floors for years. However, we’ll be happy to show you our work so that you can see just how skilled our craftsmen are at their job. Another aspect of seeing their work is to check credentials and insurance. Make sure that they have all the right permits, insurance policies, and warranties to protect both you and them for the duration of the project.
Phase four: Check your gut
The most important phase is to check your gut. A contractor may look great on paper, but if you don’t feel comfortable, the experience won’t be good. For something as important and long-lasting as hardwood floors, you want to have a great experience from start to finish. You also need to feel comfortable having contractors in your home or business, so it’s important that there is trust from the beginning.
Schedule a free consultation with a hardwood flooring craftsman at out Denver and Evergreen showroom to find out why T&G is the right choice for your next hardwood flooring project.