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Flooring
Kingston & Eastern Ontario
Hardwood installation, LVP, laminate, and floor refinishing for homes and commercial spaces. Subfloor assessment on every job — new flooring is only as good as what’s under it.
What's Included
Exactly what DRW
delivers
- Existing floor removal and debris disposal
- Hardwood installation — nail-down, glue-down, or float
- Transition strips, stair nosing, and threshold installation
- Subfloor repair — squeaks, soft spots, damaged sections
- Undercutting door casings for floor clearance
- Final cleanup and touch-up walkthrough
- Subfloor assessment, levelling, and repair
- Luxury vinyl plank and laminate installation
- Hardwood floor refinishing — sand, stain, and finish coats
- Vapour barrier installation where required
- Floor protection for adjacent finished areas
Best Fit For
Who this is built for
Homeowners installing new flooring in a renovation or update. Landlords replacing worn flooring between tenants. Property owners refinishing existing hardwood to avoid replacement cost. Commercial operators replacing flooring in offices, retail, or hospitality spaces.
How It Works
How the project moves
Assessment
Check subfloor condition, measure, and discuss material options — hardwood, LVP, laminate, or refinish.
Prep & Removal
Existing flooring removed, subfloor repaired and levelled, vapour barrier installed where required.
Installation
New floor installed with proper fastening, spacing, and expansion gaps. Transitions and stair noses fitted
Cleanup & Walkthrough
Debris removed, floors cleaned and protected, final quality walkthrough before sign-off.
Common Questions
What clients usually ask
Should I refinish or replace my hardwood?
If the wood is structurally sound with enough material for sanding, refinishing saves significant money and preserves original wood character. We assess honestly at the walkthrough — no push toward unnecessary replacement.
How much does hardwood installation cost in Ontario?
Hardwood installation: $11–$22/sq ft including material at medium–high Ontario pricing. LVP: $7–$15/sq ft. Hardwood refinishing: $4.50–$9/sq ft. Laminate: $5–$11/sq ft.
What's the best flooring for a rental unit?
Luxury vinyl plank — waterproof, extremely scratch-resistant, comfortable underfoot, and cost-effective to replace in sections if damaged. It’s our most recommended rental-property flooring.
Can I walk on floors during refinishing?
No. Hardwood refinishing requires the area to be vacated during work and 24–48 hours of curing time before foot traffic, longer before placing furniture.
All Services
Start with an estimate
Tell us your project type, location, and timeline. We’ll respond with a clear scope and realistic range.
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Why DRW
Why clients choose DRW
for flooring
01
Subfloor First
New flooring is only as good as what’s under it. DRW assesses the subfloor for level, squeak, and damage — and corrects it before anything goes down.
02
Install + Refinish
We install new hardwood and refinish existing. If refinishing can restore what’s there, we’ll tell you — replacement isn’t always the right call.
03
Landlord-Durable Options
LVP is our most recommended rental-property flooring — waterproof, scratch-resistant, affordable, and easy to replace in sections.
04
Transitions Done Right
Door thresholds, stair nosings, and T-mold installed properly — no lifted edges, trip hazards, or visible gaps at transitions.
05
Commercial Flooring
LVT, commercial-grade laminate, and floating hardwood for office and retail spaces on commercial timelines.
06
Whole-Home or Single Room
We size the crew and schedule to your project. No minimum square footage requirements.
Cost Estimator
Flooring cost estimator
Ontario medium–high market rates. Select material type and adjust square footage — costs broken out by labour, materials, and subfloor prep.
Flooring Estimator
All rates include removal of existing flooring, subfloor assessment, installation, transitions, and cleanup. Material cost included at Ontario medium–high supply pricing.
Estimated Project Range
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$ per sq ft · Ontario medium–high
Scope
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Ready for a firm quote?
A quick assessment of the existing floor and subfloor gives us everything needed for a written quote with material spec, timeline, and clear inclusions.
Estimates based on Ontario medium–high market rates 2024–2025. Hardwood material cost reflects mid-grade solid or engineered at $5–$9/sq ft supply. LVP at $3.50–$6/sq ft supply. Actual material cost varies by species, grade, and manufacturer. Subfloor repairs beyond standard levelling quoted separately on assessment. Planning purposes only — not a quote or contract.
Ready to replace or restore your floors?
Tell us about your space, your goals, and your timeline. We respond with a clear scope and realistic number — usually within one business day.