Flooring Installation in New York City
MH Construction provides professional flooring installation services throughout NYC. We install, refinish, and repair hardwood, tile, luxury vinyl plank, and engineered flooring in homes, apartments, and commercial spaces across all five boroughs. NYC flooring comes with unique challenges — uneven subfloors in pre-war buildings, concrete slabs in post-war co-ops, radiant heat systems, sound transmission requirements, and building-specific material restrictions. We know how to handle all of it.
Flooring Options We Install
- Solid hardwood — red oak, white oak, walnut, maple, and exotic species. Available in strip, plank, and wide plank widths. Patterns include straight lay, herringbone, chevron, and parquet. Best for homes with plywood subfloors
- Hardwood refinishing — sand, stain, and finish existing hardwood floors. Most pre-war NYC apartments have original hardwood under layers of paint, carpet, or tile that can be restored beautifully. We use dustless sanding systems to minimize mess
- Engineered hardwood — ideal for concrete subfloors (common in post-war buildings), below-grade installations, and homes with radiant heat systems. Same real wood surface as solid hardwood but dimensionally stable
- Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) — waterproof, durable, and available in realistic wood and stone looks. Perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and high-traffic areas. Budget-friendly without sacrificing aesthetics
- Porcelain and ceramic tile — for kitchens, bathrooms, entryways, and mudrooms. Large-format, mosaic, subway, and natural stone-look options. Installed with proper waterproofing in wet areas
- Natural stone — marble, slate, travertine, and limestone for high-end installations. Requires specific substrate preparation and professional sealing
NYC-Specific Flooring Considerations
Sound transmission: Most NYC co-ops and condos require an STC (Sound Transmission Class) rating of 50+ and IIC (Impact Insulation Class) of 50+ for any new flooring installation. This typically means installing acoustic underlayment beneath hardwood or LVP. Some buildings have even stricter requirements — 80% carpet coverage rules are still common in older co-ops. We review your building’s house rules before recommending materials.
Subfloor conditions: Pre-war buildings often have original wood subfloors that may need reinforcement, leveling, or sistering of joists before new flooring can be installed. Post-war concrete slabs require moisture testing and may need self-leveling compound. We assess subfloor conditions during our initial consultation — no surprises during installation.
Lead paint: In buildings built before 1978, removing old flooring can disturb lead paint underneath. We follow EPA RRP (Renovation, Repair, Painting) rules and NYC Local Law 1 requirements for lead-safe work practices.
Flooring Installation Cost in NYC
- Hardwood refinishing: $4 – $8 per sq ft (sanding, staining, 3 coats polyurethane)
- New solid hardwood installation: $10 – $18 per sq ft (materials + labor)
- Engineered hardwood: $8 – $15 per sq ft
- Luxury vinyl plank: $6 – $12 per sq ft
- Porcelain tile: $12 – $22 per sq ft
- Natural stone: $20 – $40+ per sq ft
Prices include materials, labor, and basic subfloor prep. Extensive subfloor repair, acoustic underlayment, and custom patterns add to the cost. Request a free estimate for accurate pricing based on your space.
Our Process
Every flooring project starts with an on-site assessment where we evaluate subfloor conditions, take measurements, discuss material options, and review any building-specific requirements. We provide a detailed quote within 48 hours. Installation timelines vary: hardwood refinishing takes 3-5 days (plus 24-48 hours cure time), new flooring installation takes 1-3 days per room depending on material and complexity.
Areas We Serve
Brooklyn · Manhattan · Queens · Bronx · Staten Island
Related Services
Kitchen Renovation · Bathroom Remodeling · Apartment Renovation · Painting Services · Full Home Renovation
Need new floors? Call (718) 207-7624 or get a free estimate. We respond within 24 hours.