Project snapshot

Double-check included

• Flooring material
• Underlayment
• Existing flooring demo
• Disposal
• Subfloor prep/repair
• Transitions
• Baseboards/quarter round
• Stairs
• Furniture moving
• Waste allowance

Clarify before signing

• Who supplies flooring?
• Is demo included?
• How is subfloor repair priced?
• Are transitions and trim included?
• Are stairs included?
• Is furniture moving included or excluded?

Common budget surprises

• Uneven subfloor
• Old layers under existing flooring
• Baseboard removal/reinstall
• Stair details
• Door undercutting
• Moisture issues

Ways to save without cutting corners

• Keep flooring type consistent across connected areas.
• Remove small furniture and contents yourself.
• Choose material early.
• Avoid changing direction or patterns unless worth the labor.
• Clarify trim strategy up front.

Quote comparison table

Helpful prep before the visit

• Measure each room or use the square footage calculator.
• Take photos of transitions, stairs, and existing flooring.
• Know whether baseboards should be replaced, removed/reinstalled, or covered with shoe molding.
• Decide who buys flooring and underlayment.
• Move small items before the visit.

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