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Flooring Installation in Jackson, MS

Compare 4 local flooring installation pros. Typical service: $3–$9.

Top Flooring Installation Companies in Jackson

  1. 1.Lumber Liquidators

    4.4★ (132 reviews)

    4.4★ from 132 reviews

  2. 2.Magnolia Custom Innovations LLC.

    5.0★ (20 reviews)

    5.0★ from 20 reviews

  3. 3.Floors Direct

    4.5★ (4 reviews)

    4.5★ from 4 reviews

  4. 4.Carpet Designs

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

Flooring Installation Cost in Jackson

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

ServiceTypical range in Jackson
Laminate or vinyl plank, installed$3–$9/sq ft
Hardwood, installed$9–$20/sq ft
Hardwood refinishing$2–$7/sq ft
Carpet, installed$2–$8/sq ft

Flooring Installation prices in Jackson run about 19% below 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 Jackson, rated 4.7★ on average across 159 customer reviews.

Jackson Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Jackson's weather means for scheduling flooring installation.

Last spring frost
March 9
First fall frost
November 18
Annual precipitation
54.32"
Heating degree days
2,219
Cooling degree days
2,336
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan36.8°56.4°5.01"
Feb40.2°61°4.39"
Mar46.8°68.4°5.1"
Apr53.8°75.9°5.11"
May62.8°82.9°4.85"
Jun69.4°89.2°4.13"
Jul72.3°91.5°4.55"
Aug71.9°91.5°4.01"
Sep66.1°86.6°3.22"
Oct55.1°77.2°3.99"
Nov45.1°67.5°4.77"
Dec39°58.4°5.19"

NOAA station data 1.58 miles from Jackson.

Permits & Regulations in MS

  • Residential remodeling or additions over $10,000 require a Residential Remodeling license from the Mississippi State Board of Contractors
  • New home construction over $50,000 requires a Residential Builder license instead
  • 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: MSBOC residential remodeling license over $10,000

Sources: www.msboc.us, www.epa.gov

Flooring Installation FAQs for Jackson

How much does flooring installation cost in Jackson?

Laminate or vinyl plank flooring in Jackson typically runs $3-$9 per square foot installed.

How many flooring installers serve Jackson?

We track 4 flooring companies serving Jackson.

Is flooring installation in Jackson more expensive than average?

Flooring labor in Jackson runs about -18.6% versus the national average.

Does a flooring installer need a license in MS?

In MS, Residential remodeling or additions over $10,000 require a Residential Remodeling license from the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. Ask a Jackson installer for proof of insurance either way.

What flooring holds up to Jackson humidity?

Jackson gets about 54.32 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 Jackson?

Yes. Hardwood should sit in the home for several days before installation, and in Jackson summers near 92F the AC should be running so the wood settles at living conditions.

How do I estimate flooring for a room in Jackson?

Multiply the room's square footage by $3-$9 per square foot installed in Jackson, then add removal of the old floor and new trim.

Is winter a bad time to install flooring in Jackson?

Not indoors, but with Jackson lows near 37F, dry heated air shrinks wood floors, so gaps can appear on hardwood laid in summer.