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Flooring Installation in Knoxville, TN

Compare 5 local flooring installation pros. Typical service: $3–$9.

Top Flooring Installation Companies in Knoxville

  1. 1.Frazier's Carpet One Floor & Home

    4.9★ (553 reviews)

    4.9★ from 553 reviews

    +18653148297Website

  2. 2.Elite Floor Care

    4.9★ (191 reviews)

    4.9★ from 191 reviews

    +18652248115Website

  3. 3.Floor Coverings International of Southeast Knoxville

    5.0★ (162 reviews)

    5.0★ from 162 reviews

    +18653240200Website

  4. 4.Henson's Greater Tennessee Flooring

    4.8★ (120 reviews)

    4.8★ from 120 reviews

    +18655220606Website

  5. 5.Broadway Flooring

    4.8★ (35 reviews)

    4.8★ from 35 reviews

    +18652460824Website

Flooring Installation Cost in Knoxville

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

ServiceTypical range in Knoxville
Laminate or vinyl plank, installed$3–$9/sq ft
Hardwood, installed$9–$21/sq ft
Hardwood refinishing$2–$7/sq ft
Carpet, installed$2–$8/sq ft

Flooring Installation prices in Knoxville run about 17% 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 5 companies serving Knoxville, rated 4.9★ on average across 1,061 customer reviews.

Knoxville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Knoxville's weather means for scheduling flooring installation.

Last spring frost
April 11
First fall frost
October 30
Annual precipitation
51.93"
Heating degree days
3,955
Cooling degree days
1,339
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27.2°47°4.84"
Feb29.6°51.6°4.63"
Mar36.1°61°4.64"
Apr43.7°69.8°4.31"
May53.4°77.6°4.8"
Jun62.6°84.9°3.9"
Jul66.8°87.8°5.57"
Aug65.5°87.5°3.35"
Sep58.2°82.1°3.74"
Oct46°71.5°2.84"
Nov36.3°60.4°4.24"
Dec29.7°49.5°5.07"

NOAA station data 5.01 miles from Knoxville.

Permits & Regulations in TN

  • Residential remodeling in Tennessee requires a home improvement license between $3,000 and $25,000 in participating counties, and a contractor license at $25,000 and above
  • Painting-only work below those thresholds needs no state 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: Tennessee home improvement license ($3,000-$25,000) or contractor license ($25,000+)

Sources: www.tn.gov, www.epa.gov

Flooring Installation FAQs for Knoxville

How much does flooring installation cost in Knoxville?

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

How many flooring installers serve Knoxville?

We track 5 flooring companies serving Knoxville.

Is flooring installation in Knoxville more expensive than average?

Flooring labor in Knoxville runs about -16.8% versus the national average.

Does a flooring installer need a license in TN?

In TN, Residential remodeling in Tennessee requires a home improvement license between $3,000 and $25,000 in participating counties, and a contractor license at $25,000 and above. Ask a Knoxville installer for proof of insurance either way.

What flooring holds up to Knoxville humidity?

Knoxville gets about 51.93 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 Knoxville?

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

How do I estimate flooring for a room in Knoxville?

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

Is winter a bad time to install flooring in Knoxville?

Not indoors, but with Knoxville lows near 27F, dry heated air shrinks wood floors, so gaps can appear on hardwood laid in summer.