Flooring Installation Across the Greater Seattle Area
Laminate, luxury vinyl plank, tile and hardwood, laid over a flat, sound subfloor by one licensed team.
- We check the subfloor for level, moisture and damage before we price the job.
- Old flooring out, new floor in, trim and transitions finished.
- An itemized, written price is agreed before the old floor comes up.
By appointment. Limited start dates.
- Over 200 projects
- 4.9 on Google
- 20+ years of experience
- WA license VOLCABI792C6
Floors that show their age every day
Homeowners usually call us about their floors for one of three reasons.
The floor is worn out
Carpet that holds stains and pet hair, sheet vinyl lifting at the seams, wood sanded so many times there is little left to sand.
Every room has a different floor
Many houses around Seattle were updated one room at a time: carpet in the living room, vinyl in the kitchen, tile at the entry. The result is a threshold strip at every doorway and a house that never reads as one home.
It has to be done right once
A new floor laid over a soft, uneven or damp subfloor squeaks, gaps and lifts, and fixing it means tearing out the new material. Whoever quotes your floor should look at what is underneath before pricing the part you can see.
Flooring we install
The same crew removes the old floor, prepares the subfloor, lays the new material and finishes the trim, so nothing waits between a demolition crew and an installer.
Laminate and vinyl plank
The projects shown below include a luxury vinyl plank condo in Renton, wood-look plank floors in Seattle and Monroe, and wood floors in Seattle and Edmonds. Laminate and luxury vinyl plank click together as a floating floor over an underlayment, and waterproof vinyl plank can run through a kitchen or basement.
Tile
Ceramic and porcelain tile for entries, kitchens, baths and laundry rooms, set on a flat, stiff base with the layout started from the center of the room so cut tiles land at the edges.
Hardwood
Solid and engineered hardwood, nailed, glued or floated to suit the product and the subfloor. Wood has to sit in the house before it goes down, for as long as its manufacturer specifies, and we build that time into the schedule.
Subfloor repair and leveling
Once the old floor is up we screw down squeaks, replace soft or water damaged plywood and fill dips with patch or self leveling underlayment. On a concrete slab we check for moisture before any plank or wood goes down.
Stairs, trim and transitions
Stair treads and nosing to match the new floor, new baseboard or shoe molding, and transition strips or flush thresholds where one floor meets another.
Floors inside a bigger remodel
Flooring is often one line in a larger project: a kitchen, a bathroom, a finished basement or a whole house. We lay it after the messy trades, so it goes down once.
Floor ruined by a leak or a flood? The subfloor has to dry first: see Water Damage Restoration Across the Greater Seattle Area.
Recent flooring projects
Floors we installed, each captioned with the city it is in. Open a project to see its before, during and after photos and the material.
What homeowners say about our work
Had a great experience working with Volcano Builders on remodeling bathroom and flooring in my condo! Bar and his team were very professional from estimates to timely completion of the job! Highly recommend!
I had an amazing experience with Volcano Builders! Bar was incredibly kind, communicative, and made the whole process smooth. We completely redid the bathroom,new flooring, vanity, tub, and wall tiles, and it turned out fantastic. I'm so happy with their work that I'm already planning my second bathroom and hopefully the kitchen too. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality work and great service!
Volcano Builders did a great job on our master bathroom. The tile work and finishing touches were great. Even though they weren't the cheapest quote we got, you can tell they care about quality.
Bar and the team at Volcano Builders did a great job! Professional service, great communication throughout the whole process, and everything was done with care and attention to detail. Highly recommend!
Gad an amazing experience with Volcano Builders on my kitchen project. Bar my project manager was friendly. He make sure to keep me updated during the whole project. Also is team is very nice.
We were nervous about hiring a contractor because we were first-time homeowners, but Volcano Builders made it easy to understand. They made everything clear and helped us stick to our budget. I'm very happy with how everything turned out.
Read more of our Google reviews, word for word, with video reviews from finished homes.
How your flooring project works
Three steps, one team, and a written price before anyone picks up a tool.
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Consultation and measure
We visit, measure every room, check what is under the current floor where we can see it and talk through how the rooms are used: children, pets, water and sun.
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Material, price and schedule
You pick the material and color. We send an itemized, written price for removal, subfloor work, the new floor, trim and transitions, with a start date and the days on site.
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Install and walk through
We protect the rest of the house, take out the old floor, prepare the subfloor and install, then walk the finished rooms with you before we leave.
What drives the cost of new flooring in the Greater Seattle area
Four things set most of the price of a flooring job. Your written estimate prices each one on its own line, so you can compare materials and change a choice before anything is ordered.
Area and layout
The floor area sets how much material you buy, and the layout sets the waste. Closets, hallways, angled walls and stairs take more cuts than open rooms.
Material
Laminate, vinyl plank, tile and hardwood each come in a wide range of grades. Tile and nailed hardwood take more labor per room than a click together floating floor, and the estimate shows that difference.
Removal and subfloor
Pulling carpet is quick; chipping out old tile or scraping glued vinyl is not. Soft plywood, dips and a damp slab have to be fixed before the new floor goes down, and that work is priced in writing before it starts.
Trim, stairs and transitions
Baseboard, shoe molding, stair treads, thresholds, and moving appliances out and back. Small on their own, they add up across a whole floor.
Three habits keep a flooring budget where you set it. Run one floor through connected rooms instead of changing material at each doorway, which saves transitions and cutting. Order a few spare boxes from the same production lot, so a damaged plank can be matched years later. And settle the subfloor plan before the old floor comes up, so it is on your written estimate as its own line.
Remodeling Pricing Guide for Seattle and Bellevue
Financing is available: Home Renovation Financing Across the Greater Seattle Area.
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Flooring Prices in the Greater Seattle Area
Flooring we install across the Greater Seattle Area starts at $10,000+ for one or two rooms, $18,000+ for a main floor or condo and $30,000+ for a whole house with stairs.
Price depends on three things: the area, the stairs and transitions, and the flooring material. Pick an area to see what each finish level includes, and real floors we installed.
One or Two Rooms
Up to 400 sq ft
Typical size: Up to 400 sq ft
Common scope: Living room · Bedroom · Kitchen
Typical timeline: 2 to 4 days on site, after permits
Basic
Functional + affordable
Starting at
$10,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Old floor removed and hauled away
- Subfloor prep and leveling
- Luxury vinyl plank
- Underlayment
- New baseboard and transitions
- Furniture moved and cleanup
Best for: A durable floor at the best price
Mid-Range
Style + durability
Starting at
$15,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Everything in Basic
- Engineered wood or tile
- Moisture barrier where needed
- Upgraded baseboard
- Stair nosing to match
- Floor vents replaced
Luxury
Design + premium finish
Starting at
$22,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Site-finished hardwood or stone
- Custom stain color
- Wide plank or patterned layout
- Custom stair treads
- Feature borders or inlays
- Design selections with our team
Materials: Basic is luxury vinyl plank. Mid-Range is engineered wood or tile. Luxury is site-finished hardwood or stone.
Not included in starting prices: Subfloor replacement beyond minor repairs · Moisture mitigation on slabs · Asbestos tile abatement · Moving pianos and safes · Material upgrades beyond the allowance. We price these in writing if your project needs them.
Real floors we installed
Condo Wood Floor Installation in Seattle, WAAbout $5,000 · Completed 2022
Wood-Look Plank Flooring RemodelAbout $10,000 · Completed 2023
Past project prices from the year each job was completed. Material and labor costs have risen since, which is why the starting prices above are higher.
Main Floor or Condo
400 to 1,000 sq ft
Typical size: 400 to 1,000 sq ft
Common scope: Open main floor · Whole condo
Typical timeline: 4 to 8 days on site, after permits
Basic
Functional + affordable
Starting at
$18,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Old floor removed and hauled away
- Subfloor prep and leveling
- Luxury vinyl plank
- Underlayment
- New baseboard and transitions
- Furniture moved and cleanup
Best for: A durable floor at the best price
Mid-Range
Style + durability
Starting at
$28,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Everything in Basic
- Engineered wood or tile
- Moisture barrier where needed
- Upgraded baseboard
- Stair nosing to match
- Floor vents replaced
Luxury
Design + premium finish
Starting at
$42,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Site-finished hardwood or stone
- Custom stain color
- Wide plank or patterned layout
- Custom stair treads
- Feature borders or inlays
- Design selections with our team
Materials: Basic is luxury vinyl plank. Mid-Range is engineered wood or tile. Luxury is site-finished hardwood or stone.
Not included in starting prices: Subfloor replacement beyond minor repairs · Moisture mitigation on slabs · Asbestos tile abatement · Moving pianos and safes · Material upgrades beyond the allowance. We price these in writing if your project needs them.
Real floors we installed
Past project prices from the year each job was completed. Material and labor costs have risen since, which is why the starting prices above are higher.
Whole House with Stairs
1,000 sq ft and up
Typical size: 1,000 sq ft and up, stairs included
Common scope: Every room · Stairs · Hallways
Typical timeline: 1.5 to 3 weeks on site, after permits
Basic
Functional + affordable
Starting at
$30,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Old floor removed and hauled away
- Subfloor prep and leveling
- Luxury vinyl plank
- Underlayment
- New baseboard and transitions
- Furniture moved and cleanup
Best for: A durable floor at the best price
Mid-Range
Style + durability
Starting at
$48,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Everything in Basic
- Engineered wood or tile
- Moisture barrier where needed
- Upgraded baseboard
- Stair nosing to match
- Floor vents replaced
Luxury
Design + premium finish
Starting at
$75,000+
Includes a standard material allowance. Upgrades are priced from your selections.
- Site-finished hardwood or stone
- Custom stain color
- Wide plank or patterned layout
- Custom stair treads
- Feature borders or inlays
- Design selections with our team
Materials: Basic is luxury vinyl plank. Mid-Range is engineered wood or tile. Luxury is site-finished hardwood or stone.
Not included in starting prices: Subfloor replacement beyond minor repairs · Moisture mitigation on slabs · Asbestos tile abatement · Moving pianos and safes · Material upgrades beyond the allowance. We price these in writing if your project needs them.
Real floors we installed
Past project prices from the year each job was completed. Material and labor costs have risen since, which is why the starting prices above are higher.
What's Included by Tier
| Feature | Basic | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Removal and haul away | Included | Included | Included |
| Subfloor prep and leveling | Included | Included | Included |
| Flooring | LVP | Engineered wood or tile | Site-finished hardwood or stone |
| Baseboard and transitions | New | Upgraded | Custom |
| Stairs | Matching nosing | Matching nosing | Custom treads |
"Starting at" prices reflect typical completed projects in the Greater Seattle Area and are not a quote. Final pricing depends on size, layout changes, material selections, permits and what we find behind the walls. Every project is priced in writing after a site visit.
Flooring Cost Questions
How much does new flooring cost in the Greater Seattle Area?
New flooring starts at $10,000+ for one or two rooms, $18,000+ for a main floor or condo and $30,000+ for a whole house with stairs.
LVP or hardwood?
LVP handles water and pets and costs less. Hardwood can be refinished for decades and adds warmth. Engineered wood sits between them.
How long does flooring take?
On site: 2 to 4 days for one or two rooms, 4 to 8 days for a main floor and 1.5 to 3 weeks for a whole house with stairs. Site-finished wood adds drying time.
Can we stay home during the work?
Usually yes for LVP and engineered wood. Site-finished hardwood needs the area clear while the finish cures.
Do you move the furniture?
Yes. Moving furniture and cleanup are included. Pianos and safes need a specialist.
What warranty do you give?
Every floor carries a 2-year workmanship warranty, extendable to 5 years. Materials carry their manufacturer's warranty.
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Flooring installation across Greater Seattle
Our main office is in Bellevue, and we install floors in houses and condos across King and Snohomish counties, from Seattle and the Eastside north to Edmonds and Monroe and south to Renton.
A new floor on its own rarely needs a permit, but the work around it can. In Seattle, building and electrical permits come from the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections; in Bellevue, from Development Services. Many condo associations also set rules for hard floors and sound underlayment, so we ask for yours before we order material.
Planning more than floors? See our remodeling pages for Seattle and Bellevue, or all 132+ cities we serve.
Our workmanship warranty
- 2 years standard. Our installation and labor are covered for 2 years from substantial completion.
- Up to 5 years. You can extend the workmanship coverage up to 5 years for an added charge, set in your contract.
- Not transferable. Coverage stays with the homeowner who signed the contract and does not pass to a new owner.
- Materials. Materials, finish materials included, carry the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty, and we help you file a claim.
Remodeling Warranty for the Greater Seattle Area
Related: Flooring Remodeling Portfolio Across the Greater Seattle Area.
Flooring installation questions
How long does flooring installation take?
It depends mostly on the floor area, the material and what is under the old floor. Tile and nailed hardwood take more labor per room than a click together floating floor, a soft or uneven subfloor has to be fixed first, and old vinyl or its adhesive may need an asbestos check before it is disturbed. Your written price comes with a start date and the days on site, and we agree the order of rooms, so you can live in the rest of the house. Our guide How Long Does a Remodel Take in Seattle and Bellevue? covers larger projects.
Do I need a permit to replace flooring in Seattle?
Usually not for the floor itself. The 2021 Seattle Residential Code exempts tiling and similar finish work from a building permit (R105.2). A permit comes in when the job goes further, such as repairing floor joists, moving plumbing or wiring a heated floor, and in Seattle the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections issues building and electrical permits. If your project needs one, we file it.
Which flooring suits a kitchen, bathroom or basement?
Where water is likely, choose a floor made for it: porcelain or ceramic tile, or a waterproof vinyl plank. Laminate and hardwood suit bedrooms, living rooms and hallways; check the rating the manufacturer gives before using either in a wet room. See Bathroom Remodeling and Basement Remodeling.
Can new flooring go over the old floor?
Sometimes. A floating floor can go over flat, well bonded vinyl or tile if the added height still works at doors, cabinets and appliances. Carpet always comes out, and anything loose, soft or uneven comes up so the new floor has a solid base. We decide at the consultation.
What if my old flooring contains asbestos?
The U.S. EPA lists vinyl floor tiles, the backing on vinyl sheet flooring and flooring adhesives among the places asbestos may be found. In the Puget Sound region, material that may contain asbestos has to be identified before a renovation disturbs it, then avoided, encapsulated or removed under Puget Sound Clean Air Agency rules. In an older home we plan that testing before the old floor comes up.
How do I get a price for new floors?
Book a consultation. We measure the rooms, check the subfloor and talk through materials, then send a written, itemized price before any work starts. For background, read our Remodeling Pricing Guide for Seattle and Bellevue, and see every job in the flooring remodeling portfolio.
Book your flooring consultation
Four quick steps. Tell us about your project and we’ll reach out to discuss it and see if we’re the right fit.