Welcome to our Tips section. Even though tips are very useful after the purchase of your new floor, we believe you deserve a few tips prior to buying your new floor.
1) The price of your new floor should be only one of many concerns before purchase.
2) Never assume the store is going to send their very best installer even if you request him. Most flooring installers are subcontractors, not employed by the store where you purchased the materials.
3) ASK FOR REFERENCES!!!! The store at which you purchase your new flooring should be more than happy to offer references upon request. (THINK TWICE IF THEY HESITATE!!) *NOTE: Because many flooring stores do not use employed installers, it is best to check the references of both the store and the installer to see exactly what the consumer was happy or unhappy with.
4) CHECK THE REFERENCES: Call 3-4 of them, ask how was the service, were the installers professional, were there any problems, how were they resolved?
5) PUT IT IN WRITING: If, for example, they claim they will fix your old floor before installing the new one, have it documented. Never assume their WORD is good enough.