How Much Do Hardwood Floors Cost in Utah?
The Quick Answer
At Vama Flooring, most hardwood installations in the Salt Lake City area run about $9–$15 per square foot, including materials and installation. Sanding and refinishing an existing hardwood floor usually runs about $4–$6 per square foot.
For comparison, our luxury vinyl plank installs run about $5–$8 per square foot, laminate about $4–$6, and carpet with pad about $3–$8 depending on the carpet.
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What's Included in the Price
A good hardwood quote should include more than the boards. Ours are itemized so you can see:
- The flooring material
- Subfloor prep and leveling
- Installation (nail-down, glue-down or floating)
- Stairs, if any
- Baseboards, transitions and trim
- Removal of the old floor, if needed
When you compare bids, make sure they cover the same work. A low number that leaves out prep, stairs or trim usually isn't the better deal.
What Changes the Price
Species and grade. Common species like oak cost less than exotic or premium woods, and clearer grades cost more than rustic ones.
Plank width. Wide, long planks typically cost more.
Solid vs. engineered. Each has a range of price points. Engineered hardwood can go over concrete and handles Utah's dry climate well.
Subfloor condition. Uneven or damaged subfloors need more prep.
Stairs and layout. Stairs, lots of rooms and angled cuts add labor.
Refinish Instead of Replace?
If you already have solid hardwood, sanding and refinishing can make worn, scratched or dated floors look new for far less than replacing them, at about $4–$6 per square foot. Solid hardwood can be refinished many times, and it can usually be stained almost any color.
We recommend a sand and finish about every 7 to 10 years. Read how often to refinish hardwood floors.
How Long It Takes
New hardwood installation: usually 2 to 4 days.
Sanding and refinishing: usually 3 to 4 days. You can walk on the floor in socks after about 24 hours, and move furniture back after 3 to 4 days.
Getting an Accurate Quote
The fastest way to an exact price is a free in-home estimate. We'll measure, check your subfloor, talk through species and finish, and give you an itemized quote.
See all of our hardwood flooring services, or visit our showrooms in Salt Lake City and Sandy to see samples in person.
Why Choose Vama
- Locally owned since 2006. Twenty years installing hardwood in Utah.
- Transparent pricing. Free, itemized estimates.
- Trained installers. Our own crews, start to finish.
- Warrantied work. A one-year labor warranty plus the manufacturer's warranty on the product.
- Financing available.
Hardwood Cost FAQ
How much does hardwood flooring cost per square foot installed in Utah?
At Vama, most installs run about $9–$15 per square foot including materials and installation.
How much does it cost to refinish hardwood floors?
Usually about $4–$6 per square foot.
Is hardwood more expensive than LVP?
Usually. Our LVP installs run about $5–$8 per square foot, compared with $9–$15 for hardwood.
Do you offer financing?
Yes, financing is available.
Is the estimate free?
Yes. Every estimate is free and itemized.