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Flooring Installation in Denver, CO

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

Top Flooring Installation Companies in Denver

  1. 1.Coventry Carpets

    5.0★ (358 reviews)

    5.0★ from 358 reviews

    +13036691176Website

  2. 2.MacDonald Hardwoods - Denver Hardwood Flooring - Solid Wood Floor Showroom

    4.8★ (352 reviews)

    4.8★ from 352 reviews

    +13038253006Website

  3. 3.5280 Floors LLC

    4.9★ (214 reviews)

    4.9★ from 214 reviews

    +13036253835Website

  4. 4.Tongue & Groove Wood Flooring

    4.8★ (84 reviews)

    4.8★ from 84 reviews

    +13032938600Website

  5. 5.Floor Coverings International West Central Denver

    4.9★ (53 reviews)

    4.9★ from 53 reviews

    +17208238343Website

  6. 6.Robert's Floor Coverings

    4.7★ (33 reviews)

    4.7★ from 33 reviews

    +13038317080Website

Flooring Installation Cost in Denver

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

ServiceTypical range in Denver
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 Denver run about 7% 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 Denver, rated 4.8★ on average across 1,094 customer reviews.

Denver Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Denver's weather means for scheduling flooring installation.

Last spring frost
May 2
First fall frost
October 5
Annual precipitation
15.58"
Heating degree days
6,068
Cooling degree days
687
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.4°44.5°0.47"
Feb19.6°46.1°0.47"
Mar26.4°53.6°1.25"
Apr34.1°60.9°1.74"
May43.8°70.5°2.3"
Jun52.8°81.2°1.69"
Jul59°88.2°2.05"
Aug57.4°85.7°2.06"
Sep47.5°77.2°1.06"
Oct35.7°64.9°1.08"
Nov24.9°52.3°0.82"
Dec16.7°43.3°0.59"

NOAA station data 0.73 miles from Denver.

Permits & Regulations in CO

  • Colorado has no statewide painting or general contractor license; requirements are set by each city and county
  • Remodeling that needs a building permit generally requires a locally licensed contractor
  • 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: No state painting or remodeling license; local licensing

Sources: www.denvergov.org, www.epa.gov

Flooring Installation FAQs for Denver

How much does flooring installation cost in Denver?

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

How many flooring installers serve Denver?

We track 6 flooring companies serving Denver.

Is flooring installation in Denver more expensive than average?

Flooring labor in Denver runs about +7.1% versus the national average.

Does a flooring installer need a license in CO?

In CO, Colorado has no statewide painting or general contractor license; requirements are set by each city and county. Ask a Denver installer for proof of insurance either way.

What flooring holds up to Denver humidity?

Denver gets about 15.58 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 Denver?

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

How do I estimate flooring for a room in Denver?

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

Is winter a bad time to install flooring in Denver?

Not indoors, but with Denver lows near 17F, dry heated air shrinks wood floors, so gaps can appear on hardwood laid in summer.