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Flooring Installation in Pittsburgh, PA

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

Top Flooring Installation Companies in Pittsburgh

  1. 1.Hamilton Flooring

    5.0★ (121 reviews)

    5.0★ from 121 reviews

    +14125954895Website

  2. 2.Leone Flooring

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

    +14129698376

  3. 3.Perfect Flooring Pittsburgh

    3.1★ (18 reviews)

    3.1★ from 18 reviews

    +14129271011Website

  4. 4.Fantin Flooring Inc.

    +14122718519Website

Flooring Installation Cost in Pittsburgh

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

ServiceTypical range in Pittsburgh
Laminate or vinyl plank, installed$4–$11/sq ft
Hardwood, installed$11–$25/sq ft
Hardwood refinishing$3–$8/sq ft
Carpet, installed$3–$10/sq ft

Flooring Installation prices in Pittsburgh run about 1% 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 4 companies serving Pittsburgh, rated 4.4★ on average across 145 customer reviews.

Pittsburgh Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Pittsburgh's weather means for scheduling flooring installation.

Last spring frost
April 16
First fall frost
October 25
Annual precipitation
39.29"
Heating degree days
5,563
Cooling degree days
744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.8°35.8°2.73"
Feb24°39.3°2.68"
Mar31°49°3.1"
Apr41.6°61.6°3.15"
May50.7°70.6°4.17"
Jun59.3°78.6°4.04"
Jul63.3°82.4°3.77"
Aug62.5°81.1°3.51"
Sep55.4°73.6°3.35"
Oct44°62.6°2.52"
Nov35.7°50.8°3.35"
Dec26.4°39.5°2.92"

NOAA station data 6.52 miles from Pittsburgh.

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 Pittsburgh

How much does flooring installation cost in Pittsburgh?

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

How many flooring installers serve Pittsburgh?

We track 4 flooring companies serving Pittsburgh.

Is flooring installation in Pittsburgh more expensive than average?

Flooring labor in Pittsburgh runs about +1% 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 Pittsburgh installer for proof of insurance either way.

What flooring holds up to Pittsburgh humidity?

Pittsburgh gets about 39.29 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 Pittsburgh?

Yes. Hardwood should sit in the home for several days before installation, and in Pittsburgh summers near 82F the AC should be running so the wood settles at living conditions.

How do I estimate flooring for a room in Pittsburgh?

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

Is winter a bad time to install flooring in Pittsburgh?

Not indoors, but with Pittsburgh lows near 22F, dry heated air shrinks wood floors, so gaps can appear on hardwood laid in summer.