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Flooring Installation in Portland, OR

Compare 6 local flooring installation pros. Typical service: $5–$13.

Top Flooring Installation Companies in Portland

  1. 1.The Floor Store

    4.8★ (297 reviews)

    4.8★ from 297 reviews

    +15034086488Website

  2. 2.ECO Floors

    4.7★ (119 reviews)

    4.7★ from 119 reviews

    +15037753628Website

  3. 3.SOLCAN Hardwood Floors

    4.9★ (54 reviews)

    4.9★ from 54 reviews

    +15037581521Website

  4. 4.BVL CONSTRUCTION

    5.0★ (34 reviews)

    5.0★ from 34 reviews

    +19715060406Website

  5. 5.Pannell Floors

    5.0★ (10 reviews)

    5.0★ from 10 reviews

    +15037032721

  6. 6.Start 2 Finish

    5.0★ (9 reviews)

    5.0★ from 9 reviews

    +15039984230

Flooring Installation Cost in Portland

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

ServiceTypical range in Portland
Laminate or vinyl plank, installed$5–$13/sq ft
Hardwood, installed$13–$30/sq ft
Hardwood refinishing$4–$10/sq ft
Carpet, installed$4–$12/sq ft

Flooring Installation prices in Portland run about 22% 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 Portland, rated 4.9★ on average across 523 customer reviews.

Portland Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Portland's weather means for scheduling flooring installation.

Last spring frost
February 26
First fall frost
November 30
Annual precipitation
42.85"
Heating degree days
4,235
Cooling degree days
413
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.5°46.9°6.14"
Feb38.4°50.8°4.63"
Mar41°56°4.5"
Apr44°60.8°3.4"
May48.9°67.4°2.55"
Jun53.3°72.9°1.69"
Jul57.4°79.6°0.59"
Aug58°80.1°0.71"
Sep54.2°74.6°1.54"
Oct47.6°62.9°3.42"
Nov41.4°52°6.74"
Dec36.5°45.1°6.94"

NOAA station data 2.31 miles from Portland.

Permits & Regulations in OR

  • Painting and remodeling in Oregon require a Construction Contractors Board license; only casual, minor work under $1,000 on one project is exempt
  • A CCB license requires pre-license training and an exam
  • 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: Oregon CCB license (exemption under $1,000)

Sources: www.oregon.gov, oregon.public.law, www.epa.gov

Flooring Installation FAQs for Portland

How much does flooring installation cost in Portland?

Laminate or vinyl plank flooring in Portland typically runs $5-$13 per square foot installed.

How many flooring installers serve Portland?

We track 6 flooring companies serving Portland.

Is flooring installation in Portland more expensive than average?

Flooring labor in Portland runs about +21.7% versus the national average.

Does a flooring installer need a license in OR?

In OR, Painting and remodeling in Oregon require a Construction Contractors Board license; only casual, minor work under $1,000 on one project is exempt. Ask a Portland installer for proof of insurance either way.

What flooring holds up to Portland humidity?

Portland gets about 42.85 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 Portland?

Yes. Hardwood should sit in the home for several days before installation, and in Portland summers near 80F the AC should be running so the wood settles at living conditions.

How do I estimate flooring for a room in Portland?

Multiply the room's square footage by $5-$13 per square foot installed in Portland, then add removal of the old floor and new trim.

Is winter a bad time to install flooring in Portland?

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