Flooring installation

Hardwood, engineered wood, vinyl plank and laminate, installed over a properly prepared subfloor.

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Quick answerFlooring looks good only if what is under it is flat, dry and sound. We check the subfloor, help you choose the right material for each room, and install it so it stays quiet and tight. Flooring comes after the painting, so we plan the order with you.

Start underneath

Most flooring problems begin below the floor

Squeaks, gaps, lifting boards and uneven seams usually trace back to the subfloor, not the flooring. A subfloor that is not flat, or a concrete slab that is damp, will undo even good material.

So we check the subfloor and the moisture first, prepare it, and then install. Basement floors need extra care, because moisture rules out some materials.

See how flooring fits into a basement renovation

Choosing

Which flooring for which room

Solid and engineered hardwood suit living areas and bedrooms. Engineered wood tolerates humidity changes better. Vinyl plank and tile handle moisture in kitchens, bathrooms and basements. Laminate is a budget-friendly option for dry rooms.

We tell you what suits your room, your traffic and your budget, including when a cheaper option is the right one.

What is and is not included

Where our work starts and stops

What we do

Flooring installation: hardwood, engineered, vinyl plank and laminate
Old flooring removal where it is part of the job
Subfloor checking, levelling and repair
Transitions and trim

What is a separate job

Plumbing and electrical, such as in-floor heating
Structural subfloor repair
Concrete slab repair and moisture fixes: see our concrete work page

How it works

How a flooring job runs

Typical order. Your floor may add or skip a step.

Measure and choose
We measure carefully, talk through materials and your budget, and flag anything unusual.
Check the subfloor
Flatness, moisture and condition are checked before anything goes on.
Prepare
Remove old flooring, level and repair the subfloor, and let wood flooring acclimate.
Install
Lay the flooring in the right pattern with correct expansion gaps.
Finish and hand over
Transitions, trim and a walk-through with you.

Reviews

What customers say about renovations

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63 of the 69 ratings on Google are five stars. 4 of the 6 reviews below include photos of the finished work, posted on Google by the customers themselves.

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Renovations

★★★★★

We had a great experience with pulkit homes ltd.to do renovations for our new house. They did an amazing job in painting the whole house and adding a new bed room in our basement. They were so honest,reliable ,clean and kind.

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Rawaa Z. (Google review)

Renovations

★★★★★

Pulkit homes is best renovation company in Edmonton.Excellent work. Attention to all details.Finished renovation is beautiful. Would recommend company to anyone.

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Elain S. (Google review)

Renovations

★★★★★

We hired Pulkit to complete a small reno providing material and labor to replace flooring, install new doors and casings, install new baseboards, replace kitchen back splash, install new vanity and plumbing in 1/2 bath and paint including ceilings. He offered good perspective when choosing our colors and styles, and supplied materials at a very resonable price. His crew are hard working, very friendly and willing to change on the go or replace something not to our liking. The painters were exceptional…..very happy with the end result and the price. Pulkit is very reponsive to phone calls, showing up to site if needed, pleasant to work with and true to his word. I would recommend him for reno’s and painting.

Robert C. (Google review)

Renovations

★★★★★

I took the services of Pulkit Homes for some renovation work for my rental property in Edmonton, the service provided is great! i am based in Toronto and all the conmunication was done on phone, final results was amazing, confirmed by my realtor

Azeem K. (Google review)

★★★★★

Pulkit homes- Paul was amazing to deal with. Very good at communicating and the job was done right on time. Highly recommend

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Adam P. (Google review)

★★★★★

Pulkit homes was fantastic! From meeting Paul getting our quote to the fantastic painting results. It’s like we have a new home. Work was done on time and so professionally. Highly recommend

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Questions

Flooring installation questions, answered

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Which flooring type is best?

It depends on the room, traffic, pets and budget. Hardwood and engineered wood suit living areas. Vinyl plank and tile handle moisture better in kitchens, bathrooms and basements. We help you choose, and we are honest about the trade-offs.

Can I put hardwood in a basement?

Solid hardwood is a poor fit below grade because of moisture. Engineered wood, vinyl plank and tile are the usual choices. A moisture check of the slab comes first.

What is the difference between engineered and solid hardwood?

Solid is one piece of wood and can be sanded and refinished several times. Engineered has a real wood layer over a stable core, so it handles humidity changes better and suits more rooms.

Do you check the subfloor first?

Yes. We check that the subfloor is flat, dry and sound before anything goes on top. Most flooring problems, like squeaks, gaps and lifting, start underneath.

Do I need to wait before the flooring goes in?

Wood flooring should sit in the home to adjust to its humidity before installation. We tell you how long for your product.

Should flooring go in before or after painting?

Usually painting first, then flooring, then trim and a touch-up. We plan the order with you so nothing gets damaged.

Can you remove my old flooring?

Yes, where it is part of the job. We confirm what is under it first, because older flooring and adhesives can contain materials that need care.

How much does it cost?

It depends on the material, the area, the subfloor and the stairs, so we quote after seeing the space, with each part listed separately.

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