We do not all have the word handyman written in our stars. For many of us, these skills simply prove far too elusive. For those who enjoy the look and feel of genuine hardwood floors the idea of installing them yourself is often a great way to save money on your floors in theory.
The truth of the matter is however, that the installation of hardwood floors requires some degree of technical know-how and ability in order to do properly.
For this reason, it is often prudent to acquire the services of a professional rather than attempting to install your hardwood floors without any relative experience installing flooring. The hardwood for your floors is a sizable investment even without the additional cost of installation. On the flip side however, the cost of hiring a professional for the installation process as well as the cost of replacing any flooring that may have been damaged during your attempt to install the floors, if not the entire floor all together is that much more expensive than hiring a professional from the very beginning.
The ability to read and understand a level is absolutely essential when installing any type of flooring. Hardwood flooring is a not so modest investment and you certainly don’t want to risk that investment by installing floors that are severely sloped or uneven and need to be replaced in the near future. You should also be handy with a saw, as this will be needed in order to adjust the fit of the wood in many sections.
If the subfloor in your home is in any sort of questionable condition it is vitally important that you employ the services of someone that is experienced and qualified to handle a situation such as this. You must have a proper foundation upon which to lay your hardwood floors or all your work will be for nothing in a relatively short span of time. Another thing to keep in mind is that professionals will finish the job in a much more timely fashion than you would be able to manage on your own with no experience. If time is important when it comes to having your floors laid then a professional is by far the best way to go.
If your subflooring is in excellent condition and happens to be perfectly level you just might be able to install your very own hardwood floors with little problem. This of course is assuming that you have some degree of skill with the tools mentioned above (hammer, level, and handsaw). Installing your own flooring can save a serious amount of money on your part and is a great project for many would be handy men and women around the world.
If you have decided that the services of a professional are the best course of action for your flooring needs, the place where you purchased your flooring is often a good place to start. Even if the point of purchase doesn’t offer installation they may have a referral service for local contractors that are qualified and experienced when it comes to installing hardwood floors.
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