Can Tongue & Groove install hardwood floors over radiant heat?

Yes. We can install engineered and select solid hardwood products over radiant heating systems. We will help you choose the right species and core construction to prevent movement or gaps.

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Hardwood Floor Installation in Denver, CO

Q: How long does hardwood floor installation take in a typical home?

Installation timelines vary based on the type of wood, room size and whether you choose site-finished or prefinished flooring.

Q: What's the best type of hardwood flooring for Colorado's dry climate?

Engineered hardwood is the ideal option for Colorado homes. Narrow solid wood planks also work well when they have time to acclimate.

Q: Do I need to move out during the installation process?

No, especially if you opt for prefinished hardwood. However, you may have to temporarily avoid certain areas of the home if you choose site-finished hardwood.

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Experience Precision, Craftsmanship and Long-Lasting Results

After choosing the wood for your new floors, you're probably wondering what's next? Next, you have to find a team of hardwood flooring contractors to install it right. A hardwood floor is the foundation of your spaces and how it looks and performs for years to come. Tongue & Groove has been installing high-quality hardwood flooring for homeowners and builders across Denver for almost two decades.

That's why it's important to take the time to choose the right flooring contractor. When you choose us, we handle each detail with precision and care whether your project is a custom home, a historic property or replacing aging floors. It all starts when you visit our Denver showroom. From there, we can work with you to install hardwood that fits your design goals and holds up in Colorado's unpredictable climate.

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What's Included in Hardwood Flooring Installation

Every project is different. However, a full-service installation with our team generally includes a design consultation, subfloor evaluation and prep, acclimation of your materials, precision installation and a final walkthrough. Some projects need old floor removal, transition work or custom layouts such as herringbone or diagonal patterns. If you're working with existing hardwood instead of starting fresh, we also offer hardwood floor refinishing.

What is and isn't included depends on your specific project and existing flooring. For example, we can only determine if extensive subfloor or structural work is needed after we take up your old floor. We walk you through what's covered and what isn't during your consultation so you can know what to expect once our team of professionals starts working.

What Determines the Cost of Hardwood Flooring Installation?

There isn't a universal price for every wood flooring installation project. Despite this, every project price is affected by the following factors:

Type of hardwood
Condition of your subfloor
Complexity of the layout (i.e. a straight plank install is a different job than a custom herringbone pattern)

For example, a straight-plank install isn't the same as one with a custom herringbone pattern. We will discuss these factors during your consultation and give you a clear, honest number before we start working.

Why Subfloor Preparation is the Foundation of a Lasting Installation

A hardwood floor only lasts as long as the subfloor. Before installing your new wood floor, our team of flooring contractors assesses your subfloor for level, moisture content and overall condition.

Colorado has dry air and fluctuating humidity. Because of this, materials need time to acclimate (adjust to the temperature and humidity of your space). In turn, this can prevent gapping, cupping and other issues down the line. Without proper subfloor prep, you're going to run into installation problems with no way around them.

Our Hardwood Floor Installation Process

Hardwood flooring installation requires expert, craftsmanship, planning and respect for the material. Here's how we bring your new floors to life:

Consultation & Product Selection

It all starts with a design consultation in our Denver showroom. We help you find solid, engineered, reclaimed or wide-plank hardwood that makes sense for your space and lifestyle.

Acclimation & Site Prep

Colorado has dry air and fluctuating humidity, making acclimation essential. Before installation, we make sure your materials reach the right moisture levels to prevent future expansion and contraction.

Precision Installation

Our installers nail-down, glue-down or float your new floors based on material and subfloor. Our team of flooring professionals take care of the patterns, transitions and layouts with an eye for detail.

Final Walkthrough & Care Guidance

After we install your wood flooring, we inspect our work and offer product-specific care advice so your floors look their best for years to come.

Types of Hardwood Flooring We Install

It's up to you whether you source your materials through us or bring your own. Our team installs:

Solid Hardwood

Each plank is cut from a single piece of timber, which can be sanded and refinished multiple times. Narrow planks are better for Denver's climate.

Engineered Hardwood

Made from a real wood top layer over a stable, layered plywood core, each floor is built to handle temperature and humidity changes.

Reclaimed Hardwood

Sourced from buildings that are at least 100 years old, this wood offers additional durability and dimensional stability.

Prefinished Hardwood

Planks are stained, sealed and finished in a factory to offer a tough topcoat and quicker installation.

Unfinished Hardwood

Sanded and finished on-site, you get to choose the color, sheen and finish yourself.

Already have hardwood that needs attention instead of a full install? We also offer floor repair services for damaged or aging floors.

Trusted by Denver Homeowners and Builders

Our flooring contractors are a hardwood flooring partner for homeowners and Denver building contractors bring craftsmanship and long-term performance to every project:

For Homeowners: Get honest recommendations from a knowledgeable team of craftsmen with a process built around your vision and timeline.

For Builders & General Contractors: Turn to us for reliable scheduling and clear communications. Our team will keep your project on track so it reflects well on you. We work with builders and designers who value craftsmanship like we do.

Here's what makes us different:

Trust & Respect: Get honest recommendations for an installation that happens in your home on your timeline.

Commitment & Skill: Our installers carefully handle the details including complex layouts and patterns.

Efficiency & Communication: A systems-driven process keeps you informed and your project on track.

Stewardship: We give you sustainable practices, low-VOC finishes and responsibly sourced wood because beautiful flooring shouldn't cost your health or the environment.

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Good Words, Great Customers

It means the world to us when we hear how happy we have made our customers over the years. We invite you see what they have to say for yourself.

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   Stephanie Robertson 
 16 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a great experience from start to finish. The crews, supervisor, floors, experience were exceptional.
  
 
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   Tracy Killian 
 117 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We could not be happier with the beautiful white oak hardwood flooring we ordered from T & G! Chris and his staff are SO knowledgeable and educated us on all of the options. We ended up using our contractor for install who also said their product is incredible. We found them through our friends who also had a great experience! Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Beverly Harris 
 189 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We told them what we wanted and they done an excellent job and will definitely use them again.
  
 
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   K. 
 217 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Took the On-line Flooring 101 course from Christopher Keale, with my wife. We are now educated enough to know what sort of flooring we want to use. Highly recommend if you have doubts and don’t know what to get/use. Glad we did it. Takes a little bit of time and is well worth the effort.  It took the mystery out of our selection of flooring. We feel that we made the right decisions and are happy with outcome. Highly recommended if you have questions about the what, where and how’s of all the different types of flooring and installation.
  
 
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   Todd Mello 
 218 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. T&G installed engineered hardwood at our newly renovated home. The entire experience from start to finish has been A+, and all the staff with whom I have interacted, with a particular "shout out" to David Garcia, have been professional and extremely responsive. Quality work and service to match. In fact, after experiencing some construction related issues resulting from the general contractor and its impact to the cleanliness of the floor, T&G jumped right in, showed up the same day, and provided guidance and assistance in arranging for a professional deep cleaning. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Chris Triolo 
 494 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We're so relieved!  Our wood floors were damaged recently with some unsightly scratches. We hired T&G floors for the repair.  My perfectionist self can finally rest easy! The results are fantastic - the original problem is gone, looks good as new.  Many thanks to Kass and the T&G Flooring team for such an excellent job.
  
 
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   Karin Arnold 
 614 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly, professional, and do great work!
  
 
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   Wendy Croney 
 622 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. T&G did a great job on our floors! They’re simply beautiful, it was a resand and finish , plus they added additional wood. They’re simply beautiful. They were extremely flexible with our timeline and finished when they said they would.
  
 
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   Michelle Brokaw 
 625 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My experience with T&G Flooring was excellent.  They were detailed and got the project done on-time and on-budget.
  
 
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   Dave G 
 628 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. End result is excellent.  Refurebished older flooriing and matched with new wood flooring in rooms that did not have hardwood.  No problems with scheduling, finishing the final sealing and overall great experience.
  
 
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   Rodney Jackson 
 2217 days ago
 
 
 recommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. We had our floor done by T&G and the whole process went just like it was explained. The entire  team was professional and we are very happy with the results. Thanks to Tony and his team.
  
 
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   Scott Grabinger 
 2558 days ago
 
 
 recommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. Everything about the process went well from estimate to conclusion. T&G is prompt and works a long day. The refinished floor looks better than the original. Dust was minimal and easy to clean up when finished. All options were explained clearly and with patience.
  
 
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   Nathan Beauchamp 
 2559 days ago
 
 
 recommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. We hired T&G Flooring based on several recommendations from former customers on NextDoor. We wanted to have our yellow oak flooring stained a darker color. T&G sent out Chris to give us an estimate. Chris was thorough, professional, and friendly. He answered a lot of questions and gave me a very good idea of what to expect. We stained roughly 1200sqft of hardwood on our main floor. Project took 5 days to complete (we scheduled the project for when we were already planning to be out of town). The final floor turned out AMAZING. We're so happy with it. Makes the entire house feel different and more modern. We did need to have Chris come out to do a small touch-up on an area where the stain wasn't quite even. He took care of that the next day after I made the request. We were very pleased with T&G and especially Chris and would recommend them to others.
  
 
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   Alan Fear 
 2699 days ago
 
 
 recommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. My wife and I moved into her parents' home (built in the 1950's) about a year ago. There was carpeting everywhere! We wanted to have hardwood like we had in our previous home. We found out that all that carpeting was covering up red and white oak hardwood. We talked to Chris Atencio of T&G Flooring and agreed to have them resurface the flooring. OMG what a difference! The crews came in, did their thing, and we now have beautiful hardwood floors that look absolutely marvelous. We are very pleased that we went with T&G. Their quality of work, professionalism, attention to detail, reasonable cost, and friendly demeanor all added up to a wonderful experience. We highly recommend T&G Flooring for all your needs and suggest that you visit their office at 590 Quivas St. in Denver. You will be amazed. Alan Fear
  
 
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   Jean Widman 
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 recommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. Prompt, courteous, excellent work on an older home that I am now proud of.  I highly recommend T&G.
  
 
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   Donna McMahon 
 2763 days ago
 
 
 recommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. My experience with T&G was excellent. The young man who actually did the work was delightful, enthusiastic and always willing to answer questions. I would use T&G for my own home and recommend them to my clients also!
  
 
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   Meredith Smith Quarles 
 2988 days ago
 
 
 recommendsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Facebook. Just got beautiful new floors from T&G!  Great people to work with and high quality materials.  Thank you for making my home look gorgeous!
  
 
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   Sue Shehan 
 3012 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Houzz. We had an amazing experience with T&G Flooring, from beginning to completion. Chris was competent, well educated on flooring, on time, and fair. Cody and the other workers were clean and polite, worked hard and were professional. I would highly recommend T&G to anyone (and I have!).
  
 
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   Pat Benoit 
 3163 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Houzz. I would recommend this company for any flooring job anyone would need. The technician who came to my house was professional, polite,and did an outstanding job.He was on time and was able to answer any of my questions. He was exceptionally knowledgeable about what needed to be done, and explained everything. My floors did not look as good when they were initially installed, as they do now. I cannot say enough about how pleased I am with the entire process from estimate to finish.
  
 
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   Moss Interior Co 
 3948 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Houzz. I used T&G for the Morrison Co project - the assistance I received before , during and after the project was impeccable. As a professional my jobs are stronger due to the team we put together. T&G was on time - on budget and they were professional and courteous to my client with or without my presence on the jobsite. I was located in Seattle during the install of the new floors and I was impressed with the constant contact and daily updates of the progress.
  
 
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   Ryan Donohue 
 4705 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Houzz. T&G Flooring is very professional, reasonably priced, and most important - does an outstanding job. Chris, the owner, is honest and a pleasure to work with...and Omar, who installed our hardwood floors and baseboards is a complete pro. My house looks beautiful! Omar has a ton of experence. I was especially curious how the difficult spots were going to turn out, and he executed them perfectly. It's hard to find any flaws with the hardwood or baseboards. Would definitely recommend T&G Flooring!
  
 
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   Roxanne F. 
 4898 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Angie's List. T&G Flooring our experience was excellent, everything about them was excellent.
  
 
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   Renee D. 
 4962 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Angie's List. I chose another company whose bid was slightly lower than T & G's.  This was a mistake!  In the end, my new floor looks fine, but there were many issues along the way, which I don't think I would have experienced had I chosen T & G.  Chris Keale and his company are focused on customer service; the company I chose is not.  The next time I need hardwood floor services, I will definitely hire T & G!
  
 
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   Renee Dupont 
 4975 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Houzz. I received bids from T & G and two other companies to remove old flooring and install new hardwood flooring in my home. I ended up choosing one of the other companies, whose bid was slightly less expensive, and I deeply regret my decision. I had multiple issues with the other company, which I now know has terrible customer service. T & G provides not only excellent flooring services but also excellent customer service. I should have chosen T & G for my project, and I will certainly use them in the future.
  
 
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   telms 
 5007 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Houzz. Chris and his installation team were extremely informative, supportive and patient with respect to our recent hardwood flooring purchase and install. We were looking for an extremely competent flooring company, whose product would be higher in quality, and in appearance, than that of other companies, whose products are made overseas. We were thrilled to purchase our beautiful new walnut hardwood floor, which was domestically milled and finished, from T&G Flooring. We had never purchased a custom made floor before, and Chris' knowledge and reassurance each step of the way made for an exceptional experience. The installation experience was just as exceptional! The installer, was meticulous and laid each board with precision and care. The installer neatly stacked his tools and cleaned the workspace each day, so our home was not left in disarray. We would highly recommend T&G Flooring to anyone who wants top notch flooring service, support, sales, and installation.
  
 
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   lvick 
 5017 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Houzz. T&G did a remarkable job restoring my very ugly and dated wood floor. I am an interior designer / architect and I am very picky about quality, service and professionalism. They went the distance on all counts...restoring a floor, which was difficult to begin with, and working with me to achieve a STUNNING finish. I appreciate their ATTENTION TO DETAILS and the level of service which is rare in my profession. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM. Everyone that comes to the house is so complimentary to the design, particularly the floor. SEE PHOTOS
  
 
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   041985 
 5029 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Houzz. T&G Flooring installed hard wood flooring in our dining room. From the individual who gave the estimate to the individual who installed the floor, we were treated with respect and appreciated their professional attidude. We were very appreciative of how well the work area was cleaned up every day as well as the area used outside. The young man who installed the floor told us about every step in the process and asked if we had any questions about what was to be done. He was very professional and very personable. We are totally happy with our new flooring and with the quality of work performed by T&G Flooring.
  
 
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   Reclaimed DesignWorks 
 5029 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Houzz. We have worked with T&G for several years as our preferred installation company for our reclaimed hardwood floors. They do an absolutely fantastic job with everything they touch. Our customers are always happy, and if ever there is an issue, T&G stands by their product and their services and always backs-up what they say with the appropriate actions. We highly recommend their services and their people!
  
 
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   Marci D. 
 5195 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Angie's List. We couldn't be more thrilled with our floors and the work done by the crew at T&G Flooring! Owner Chris Keele came out to our house and gave us an estimate for the work, answered all of our many questions, and actually explained everything in very easy to understand terms. He educated us on all the options, gave helpful suggestions along the way, and made us feel at ease. We chose T&G Flooring over 4 other contractors who also gave us estimates. T&G wasn't the lowest bid, but not the highest either - we felt it was very fair.  The project took a few days longer than expected but everything was clearly communicated to us. The crew was fantastic! Sam (installer), Jose & Cody (sanding, staining and finishing) and Steve (trim work) were all very skilled, professional, and did absolutely beautiful work.  The transition between new and old floor is completely seamless, and it turned out better than we imagined - it's gorgeous! We couldn't decide on a stock stain color so they custom mixed the perfect one for us. We love our new floors!  We would highly recommend Chris and the whole crew at T&G Flooring for any hardwood project, big or small!
  
 
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   Ivy L. 
 5484 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Angie's List. Choose this company because they had good prices and quality products. They have evening open houses with the public where you get a very thorough education on hardwood floors. All pluses and minuses of different woods explained, especially how they relate to a semi-arid Denver metro climate and usage. Very pleasant workers, explained every step. Dirt and dust kept to a minimum. Explained what to do and not do to keep floor in shape. Left a container of stain for me to use in case I need to cover a scratch/ding. My pets don't harm the floor. Friends comment on smoothness of floor compared to their floors.