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Flooring Installation in New Orleans
We handle flooring installation in New Orleans homes and businesses and put down hardwood, laminate, vinyl plank, tile and carpet from Metairie and Kenner to the Northshore. Every job starts with what the floor sits on, a raised wood subfloor over a crawl space or a concrete slab, because that decides both the prep and the product.
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Which floor fits which room in a New Orleans home?
If you're comparing flooring contractors in New Orleans, this page covers which floor suits which room, how raised homes and slabs change the job, how an install runs and what goes into your estimate.
Start with the room and what it has to handle: water, foot traffic or the chance it has to come up some day.
Vinyl plank and LVT
A practical pick for kitchens, baths and slab homes. FEMA's flood guidance rates vinyl tile set with chemical-set adhesive as acceptable on a concrete floor but not over plywood, because the vinyl has to come up so the plywood can dry. See vinyl flooring installation.
Laminate
Living rooms, bedrooms and hallways with a dry, flat subfloor. Our laminate flooring installation page covers the rooms where it doesn't belong.
Hardwood and engineered wood
A fit for raised homes and older interiors, as long as the AC keeps indoor humidity steady. See hardwood floor installation.
Tile and stone
Wet rooms and slabs. For tile with an edge of 15 inches or longer, the ANSI A108.02 standard allows no more than 1/8 inch of variation in 10 feet, so large tile needs a very flat base.
Carpet
Bedrooms and rentals where comfort underfoot matters and spills are rare.
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Raised house or slab: why it changes the job
Most homes in the metro sit either on piers over a crawl space or on concrete, and each needs different prep.
Raised homes on piers
The city's Historic District Landmarks Commission calls the shotgun probably the most prevalent historic building type in New Orleans, and raised center hall cottages typically sit on piers 5 feet or more above grade. A wood subfloor over a crawl space needs good ventilation below it, with the crawl space dry and a vapor retarder covering the ground.
Slab homes
Concrete gets a relative humidity test before any floor goes down. ASTM's F2170 test standard notes that excess slab moisture can cause debonding and microbial growth under floor coverings.
How flat the floor needs to be
Shaw's resilient flooring guidelines allow no more than 3/16 inch of deviation over 10 feet, so a floor that misses that may need floor leveling first.
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How it works
How a flooring installation runs, step by step
Here's the sequence for a typical install, whatever the floor.
- 01
Measure and estimate
We measure on site, add a waste allowance and give you the price in writing.
- 02
Remove and inspect
The old floor comes up, and we check the subfloor for soft spots, rot and moisture.
- 03
Test and level
Moisture tests come first, then leveling to the flatness the new product's guide calls for.
- 04
Acclimate and install
Materials acclimate and go down following the manufacturer's instructions.
- 05
Trim and walkthrough
Transitions, baseboards and cleanup, then we walk the floor with you.
What affects the cost of flooring installation in New Orleans?
No two installs are priced the same. These are the things that move the number.
- Floor type and square footage The product and the area, plus waste for cuts.
- Removal and disposal Taking up old carpet, tile or glued-down flooring.
- Subfloor work Repairs, leveling and moisture barriers, which depend on whether the house is raised or on a slab.
- Stairs, transitions and furniture Stair treads, doorway transitions, door trimming and moving furniture.
Where we install floors and how to get a free estimate
We install floors across New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, Gretna, Slidell and Covington. See all our service areas.
For a free estimate, tell us the rooms, the rough square footage, the floor you have in mind and whether the house is raised or on a slab.
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What Customers Say About TurnKey Floorings
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As a builder, I’ve worked with numerous flooring contractors over the years, but my experience with Turnkey Floorings stands out. They were extremely professional, and their installation of carpet flooring for a big project was flawless. The client was ecstatic with the outcome, and I look forward to our future projects.
Charlie Cleghorn
They have transformed my hotel! Their suggestion of flake flooring for the lobby was a hit, adding an unexpected touch of luxury. Their team was professional and completed the project on time. They are the best flooring contractors in New Orleans.
Eve Harper
I recently had epoxy flooring installed in my garage by Turnkey Floorings. The quality of their work exceeded my expectations. They were professional, punctual, and their attention to detail was commendable. I am really happy with the outcome and highly recommend them.
Frank Johnson
I’m so glad I hired Turnkey Floorings for our floor heating installation. Their service was top-notch, and the crew was very informative and friendly. They made sure to explain everything and answered all of our questions. I wake up every morning to warm floors, thanks to them.
Josephine Lewis
Their team was incredibly professional and helpful when it came to choosing the right carpet flooring for my home. The installation process was quick and efficient, leaving no mess behind. The end product was fantastic. They really live up to their reputation as a top-notch flooring contractor in New Orleans.
Mary Lawson