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Flooring Installation in Charleston, WV

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

Top Flooring Installation Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.Andrews Floor And Wall Covering Co.

    4.5★ (57 reviews)

    4.5★ from 57 reviews

    +13043435586Website

  2. 2.Tim Hogans Design Gallery - Flooring, Kitchen & Bath

    4.5★ (47 reviews)

    4.5★ from 47 reviews

    +13049250300Website

  3. 3.Romanoff Renovations

    4.4★ (43 reviews)

    4.4★ from 43 reviews

    +18668334702Website

  4. 4.Dixieland Carpet Outlet

    4.1★ (32 reviews)

    4.1★ from 32 reviews

    +13049252413Website

  5. 5.European Flooring LLC

    4.0★ (8 reviews)

    4.0★ from 8 reviews

    +13042066594

Flooring Installation Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Laminate or vinyl plank, installed$3–$9/sq ft
Hardwood, installed$9–$20/sq ft
Hardwood refinishing$2–$6/sq ft
Carpet, installed$2–$8/sq ft

Flooring Installation prices in Charleston 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 5 companies serving Charleston, rated 4.3★ on average across 187 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charleston's weather means for scheduling flooring installation.

Last spring frost
April 15
First fall frost
October 24
Annual precipitation
44.03"
Heating degree days
4,480
Cooling degree days
1,097
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan26.3°42.5°3"
Feb28.7°46.6°3.19"
Mar35.4°56.2°3.91"
Apr44.5°67.7°3.24"
May52.7°74.8°4.8"
Jun61.6°82.2°4.29"
Jul65.7°85.2°4.94"
Aug64.5°84.2°3.74"
Sep56.9°77.8°3.25"
Oct45.4°67.7°2.67"
Nov36.9°57°3.73"
Dec29.2°45.6°3.27"

NOAA station data 3.08 miles from Charleston.

Permits & Regulations in WV

  • Remodeling and painting jobs of $2,500 or more in West Virginia require a Contractor Licensing Board license
  • Remodeling permits are issued by the city or county building official where codes are enforced
  • 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: WV Contractor Licensing Board license ($2,500+ jobs)

Sources: wvclboard.wv.gov, www.epa.gov

Flooring Installation FAQs for Charleston

How much does flooring installation cost in Charleston?

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

How many flooring installers serve Charleston?

We track 5 flooring companies serving Charleston.

Is flooring installation in Charleston more expensive than average?

Flooring labor in Charleston runs about -19% versus the national average.

Does a flooring installer need a license in WV?

In WV, Remodeling and painting jobs of $2,500 or more in West Virginia require a Contractor Licensing Board license. Ask a Charleston installer for proof of insurance either way.

What flooring holds up to Charleston humidity?

Charleston gets about 44.03 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 Charleston?

Yes. Hardwood should sit in the home for several days before installation, and in Charleston summers near 85F the AC should be running so the wood settles at living conditions.

How do I estimate flooring for a room in Charleston?

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

Is winter a bad time to install flooring in Charleston?

Not indoors, but with Charleston lows near 26F, dry heated air shrinks wood floors, so gaps can appear on hardwood laid in summer.