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Flooring Installation in Bakersfield, CA

Compare 6 local flooring installation pros. Typical service: $4–$12.

Top Flooring Installation Companies in Bakersfield

  1. 1.Michael Flooring

    4.8★ (408 reviews)

    4.8★ from 408 reviews

    +16618332444Website

  2. 2.Wholesale Flooring Depot

    4.8★ (170 reviews)

    4.8★ from 170 reviews

    +16618313300Website

  3. 3.Floor & Decor

    4.5★ (188 reviews)

    4.5★ from 188 reviews

    +16618853416Website

  4. 4.Flooring America by Casa Moore

    4.8★ (20 reviews)

    4.8★ from 20 reviews

    +16618315775Website

  5. 5.All American Carpet Inc

    4.8★ (14 reviews)

    4.8★ from 14 reviews

    +16613253767Website

  6. 6.Central Valley Floor LLC

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +16612047467Website

Flooring Installation Cost in Bakersfield

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

ServiceTypical range in Bakersfield
Laminate or vinyl plank, installed$4–$12/sq ft
Hardwood, installed$12–$27/sq ft
Hardwood refinishing$3–$9/sq ft
Carpet, installed$3–$11/sq ft

Flooring Installation prices in Bakersfield run about 10% 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 Bakersfield, rated 4.8★ on average across 805 customer reviews.

Bakersfield Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Bakersfield's weather means for scheduling flooring installation.

Last spring frost
January 28
First fall frost
December 12
Annual precipitation
6.47"
Heating degree days
2,173
Cooling degree days
2,259
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan39.3°56.2°1.16"
Feb42.4°62.8°1.24"
Mar46.5°68.7°1.21"
Apr50.2°75°0.52"
May57.5°83.5°0.18"
Jun64.2°90.9°0.08"
Jul70.5°97.1°-77.77"
Aug69°95.8°0.04"
Sep64°90°0.08"
Oct55°79.4°0.3"
Nov44.6°65.7°0.64"
Dec39°56.6°1.02"

NOAA station data 5.69 miles from Bakersfield.

Permits & Regulations in CA

  • Painting jobs of $1,000 or more in California require a CSLB C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license
  • Remodeling that spans several trades requires a B General Building Contractor license
  • 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: CSLB C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license (jobs of $1,000 or more)

Sources: www.cslb.ca.gov, www.epa.gov

Flooring Installation FAQs for Bakersfield

How much does flooring installation cost in Bakersfield?

Laminate or vinyl plank flooring in Bakersfield typically runs $4-$12 per square foot installed.

How many flooring installers serve Bakersfield?

We track 6 flooring companies serving Bakersfield.

Is flooring installation in Bakersfield more expensive than average?

Flooring labor in Bakersfield runs about +9.8% versus the national average.

Does a flooring installer need a license in CA?

In CA, Painting jobs of $1,000 or more in California require a CSLB C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license. Ask a Bakersfield installer for proof of insurance either way.

What flooring holds up to Bakersfield humidity?

Bakersfield gets about 6.47 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 Bakersfield?

Yes. Hardwood should sit in the home for several days before installation, and in Bakersfield summers near 97F the AC should be running so the wood settles at living conditions.

How do I estimate flooring for a room in Bakersfield?

Multiply the room's square footage by $4-$12 per square foot installed in Bakersfield, then add removal of the old floor and new trim.

Is winter a bad time to install flooring in Bakersfield?

Not indoors, but with Bakersfield lows near 39F, dry heated air shrinks wood floors, so gaps can appear on hardwood laid in summer.