Are there any additional costs associated with installing hardwood floors in an existing home?
That is an excellent question and the answer is “Yes”. Additional costs would include, but not be limited to, removing and hauling away any existing flooring, subfloor preparation, removal of existing floor trim (i.e. shoemold, baseboards, reducers, etc.), moving furniture, moving appliances, cutting door jambs, and hanging plastic in doorways. Homeowners are usually responsible for any clean-up or paint touch-up once the job is completed. Be sure you understand exactly what your responsibilities will be and what the flooring company’s responsibilities will be in regard to any of the above, prior to beginning the work.
