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Flooring Installation in Providence, RI

Compare 3 local flooring installation pros. Typical service: $4–$11.

Top Flooring Installation Companies in Providence

  1. 1.Jeffrey Painting & Floors

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +14012082049Website

  2. 2.Canary Flooring

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +14015007688Website

  3. 3.New York Flooring

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +14014612255Website

Flooring Installation Cost in Providence

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

ServiceTypical range in Providence
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 Providence 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 3 companies serving Providence, rated 5.0★ on average across 15 customer reviews.

Providence Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Providence's weather means for scheduling flooring installation.

Last spring frost
April 12
First fall frost
October 24
Annual precipitation
47.18"
Heating degree days
5,618
Cooling degree days
744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21°37.4°3.86"
Feb23.6°40.3°3.29"
Mar30°47.8°5.01"
Apr39.6°58.6°4.36"
May48.6°68.4°3.55"
Jun58.4°77.5°3.64"
Jul64.2°82.8°3.29"
Aug63.2°81.4°3.6"
Sep55.3°74.2°3.92"
Oct43.9°63.3°3.93"
Nov35.7°53.2°4.51"
Dec26.3°42.3°4.22"

NOAA station data 6.98 miles from Providence.

Permits & Regulations in RI

  • Remodelers and painters in Rhode Island must register with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board
  • Remodeling permits are issued by the city or town building official
  • 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: RI Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board registration

Sources: crb.ri.gov, www.epa.gov

Flooring Installation FAQs for Providence

How much does flooring installation cost in Providence?

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

How many flooring installers serve Providence?

We track 3 flooring companies serving Providence.

Is flooring installation in Providence more expensive than average?

Flooring labor in Providence runs about +2.2% versus the national average.

Does a flooring installer need a license in RI?

In RI, Remodelers and painters in Rhode Island must register with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board. Ask a Providence installer for proof of insurance either way.

What flooring holds up to Providence humidity?

Providence gets about 47.18 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 Providence?

Yes. Hardwood should sit in the home for several days before installation, and in Providence summers near 83F the AC should be running so the wood settles at living conditions.

How do I estimate flooring for a room in Providence?

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

Is winter a bad time to install flooring in Providence?

Not indoors, but with Providence lows near 21F, dry heated air shrinks wood floors, so gaps can appear on hardwood laid in summer.