What's a good rate for installing flooring?

[Bone]

What's a good rate for installing flooring?
- hardwood?
- tile?
- laminate?

A friend of a friend was laid off from work. I am going to hire him to do some work on my house. Wanted to know what a good rate for flooring was?

 

[GriffsSRT]

Vinyl tile-1.75
Ceramic 10.00
Wood 3.25
Carpet 1.75

Local Figures...... Hope that helps

 

[Black1]

Vinyl tile-1.75
Ceramic 10.00
Wood 3.25
Carpet 1.75

Local Figures...... Hope that helps

$10/sq for TILE?!?!? :dontknow: more like $4 or $5/sq...... and Wood flooring (REAL wood, not laminate) should be around $6-$7/sq.

...... at least in Florida.

 

[TREKER]

$10/sq for TILE?!?!? :dontknow: more like $4 or $5/sq...... and Wood flooring (REAL wood, not laminate) should be around $6-$7/sq.

...... at least in Florida.

All depends on the spec really.

Standard VCT 2.50 sf
Ceramic tile can run 5 to about 12 sf
Laminate 6-15
Hardwood 12-25 based on the material.

This in NY numbers.

 

[SRT-IZ]

Here in Az tile goes for about $1.00- $2.00 sqft. I just hired a guy to install carpet in my new theatre room (20 x 10) and is only charging me $100 fo labor only. I got other offers for 250, 200, 150, and of course the 100 that im going with.

EDIT: These are labor only prices.

A good way to find out is post up a "Wanted" add on Craigslist and you will get these offers. Then you can base your pay off of that since different areas have different rates. Hope this helps.

 

[SrtBrad]

Just give your friend a day rate of $200 - 300 depending on his qualifications. Also consult with a contractor to make sure his job is being done right and to code. Hiring friends to do jobs that cost a lot of money can be bad for friendship if the work is not good. If your friend is not qualified for the job then have a contractor hire your friend to help him do the job right.

 

[trubuilt]

This is builder rates.
Tile is 3.75 includes everything but schluter, tile
Natural Stone is 5 includes everything but schluter, stone
Hardwood finished on site 2-3 excludes the wood all fasteners are included
Hardwood pre finished 3 excludes the wood all fasteners are included
Laminate should be cheaper say 2 I have never installed it in a house.
This also depends on if you have lots of angles and or do a pattern in the tile. Each job is different so it is hard to say exactly but this should be more than generous considering this is in CDN and you would be paying in USD
MAKE SURE YOU LOOK AT HIS WORK TO MAKE SURE YOU ARE HAPPY WITH IT BEFORE HE STARTS THE JOB !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[trubuilt]

All depends on the spec really.

Standard VCT 2.50 sf
Ceramic tile can run 5 to about 12 sf
Laminate 6-15
Hardwood 12-25 based on the material.

This in NY numbers.

for those hardwood numbers I will fly out and install anything you need

 

[GriffsSRT]

I guess it depends on location

 

[SRTINCT]

Paid $2.50/sq ft for hardwood install a couple summers ago with a flat rate for new taller baseboards. Wouldn't go with a day rate unless you cap the time to complete.

 

[Black1]

I guess it depends on location

You're right! ..... Buddy of mine did tile/stone in Aspen for a year and made over $20/sq during the housing boom.

 

[viperhauler]

in sc...

prefinished hardwood $3.50-4/sq.
tile $5-10/sq. depending on type/size (includes everything needed except tile and grout)
unfinished hardwood $2/sq.
sand/finish raw hardwood $2-3/sq.
carpet $10-15/yd.
vinyl $1.50-2/sq.

just remember...you can't expect to pay $40 for a 20sq.ft. bathroom...you have to be reasonable...

 

[nycstev]

All depends on the spec really.

Standard VCT 2.50 sf
Ceramic tile can run 5 to about 12 sf
Laminate 6-15
Hardwood 12-25 based on the material.

This in NY numbers.

Yes it varies according to location . Add to that $20 for marble /granite
Also depends on the amount. If someone calls you to put down 25 SF it may not even be worth it to start your truck

 

[Django]

I'd just make a few calls and get 3 rates from local installers... Pick the one who seems most dedicated to service....get referrals.

Preperation of the floor (if it's a slab) can be very expensive... They have to grind slabs flat for hardwood and laminate....... usually not for tile.....

D

 

[FastRam]

Grinding concrete slabs -- icky work -- I would use self leveling compound, mix it (or use the premixed stuff) and pour it, flows to the lowest points, pretty cool to watch it flow, looks like the blob movin' around.

For install pricing, as others suggested try calling local contractors to get a ball park. Some may want to see the job first before commenting on a SWAG. or try Home Depot or Lowes and price out their install services.

 

[Bone]

Thanks guys. This guy does good work, I've seen it. Just looking for the proper amount to pay him. Plus, giving a friend some work. My kids and dogs have destroyed my carpet over the last few years (dirt, PAINT, wear n tear, beer, etc.)

We are going to do some ceramic tile and hardwood.

 

[perk_1405]

do it your self=free

 

[FastRam]

If you go ceramic tile, make sure your subfloor is solid and supportive. Hardwood on a less than great subfloor will survive due to expansion and contraction/movement. Tile and grout have tendency to crack when applied to subflooring that is weak.

And I hear ya on that wear and tear deal. I see my carpeting going south everyday -- someday it will be replacement time. For now F'it, let it wear. Good luck with your projects and I hope your friends friend gets back on his feet really soon.