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Flooring Installation in Philadelphia, PA

Compare 6 local flooring installation pros. Typical service: $4–$11.

Top Flooring Installation Companies in Philadelphia

  1. 1.Hudson Hardwood

    5.0★ (190 reviews)

    5.0★ from 190 reviews

  2. 2.Philadelphia Modern Flooring

    4.9★ (126 reviews)

    4.9★ from 126 reviews

  3. 3.Tran's Hardwood Floor Co.

    4.6★ (166 reviews)

    4.6★ from 166 reviews

  4. 4.MJC Floor Finishing

    4.9★ (114 reviews)

    4.9★ from 114 reviews

  5. 5.Philly Hardwood Floors Inc.

    3.5★ (19 reviews)

    3.5★ from 19 reviews

  6. 6.CM Flooring

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

Flooring Installation Cost in Philadelphia

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Philadelphia
Laminate or vinyl plank, installed$4–$11/sq ft
Hardwood, installed$11–$26/sq ft
Hardwood refinishing$3–$8/sq ft
Carpet, installed$3–$10/sq ft

Flooring Installation prices in Philadelphia run about 2% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Philadelphia, rated 4.6★ on average across 618 customer reviews.

Philadelphia Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Philadelphia's weather means for scheduling flooring installation.

Last spring frost
March 30
First fall frost
November 16
Annual precipitation
48.51"
Heating degree days
4,350
Cooling degree days
1,474
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27.4°40.4°3.62"
Feb29.3°44.5°3.13"
Mar36.4°53.2°4.6"
Apr46°64.8°4.11"
May55.7°74.9°4.48"
Jun65.6°84.2°4.29"
Jul70.2°88°4.43"
Aug69.1°86.3°4.66"
Sep61.5°78.7°4.1"
Oct50.3°67.2°3.81"
Nov41.7°56.1°3.39"
Dec32.2°44.6°3.89"

NOAA station data 4.08 miles from Philadelphia.

Permits & Regulations in PA

  • Pennsylvania requires Home Improvement Contractor registration for contractors doing more than $5,000 of home improvement work a year, including painting
  • Remodeling permits are issued by the municipality
  • Work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978 must be done by a Lead-Safe Certified firm under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

License required: PA Home Improvement Contractor registration (over $5,000 a year)

Sources: www.attorneygeneral.gov, www.epa.gov

Flooring Installation FAQs for Philadelphia

How much does flooring installation cost in Philadelphia?

Laminate or vinyl plank flooring in Philadelphia typically runs $4-$11 per square foot installed.

How many flooring installers serve Philadelphia?

We track 6 flooring companies serving Philadelphia.

Is flooring installation in Philadelphia more expensive than average?

Flooring labor in Philadelphia runs about +2% versus the national average.

Does a flooring installer need a license in PA?

In PA, Pennsylvania requires Home Improvement Contractor registration for contractors doing more than $5,000 of home improvement work a year, including painting. Ask a Philadelphia installer for proof of insurance either way.

What flooring holds up to Philadelphia humidity?

Philadelphia gets about 48.51 inches of precipitation a year; vinyl plank and tile tolerate moisture far better than solid hardwood, which expands and cups in damp conditions.

Does hardwood flooring need to acclimate in Philadelphia?

Yes. Hardwood should sit in the home for several days before installation, and in Philadelphia summers near 88F the AC should be running so the wood settles at living conditions.

How do I estimate flooring for a room in Philadelphia?

Multiply the room's square footage by $4-$11 per square foot installed in Philadelphia, then add removal of the old floor and new trim.

Is winter a bad time to install flooring in Philadelphia?

Not indoors, but with Philadelphia lows near 27F, dry heated air shrinks wood floors, so gaps can appear on hardwood laid in summer.