Homeowner question: How much will it cost to change my carpet to hardwood or lvp?

by Brian Huie on 5/28/2024

In general, it costs $5-10 per square foot to install hardwood or LVP.

Removing the old carpet is typically an inexpensive portion of the project, with some companies offering a discount on the labor for carpet removal.

The cost of the material can vary widely, with some very inexpensive options costing as little as $1-2 per square foot, but those may not be a quality product. Some of the most expensive products can cost as much as $10-20 per square foot, but in all truth, unless you fall in love with a unique product in that price range, you don’t need to spend that much on your hardwood or LVP floors! There are many quality LVP products available under $5 psf, and many quality hardwoods in the $5-10 psf range. For a basic install, labor may be as little as $2 psf.

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