# Flooring Installation Contractors: Chicago, IL | Remodel Your Home > Compare trusted flooring installation contractors in Chicago, IL, read real homeowner reviews, and get Chicago-specific prices and expert advice. ## Find Your Flooring Installation Contractor Match You’re ready to replace your floors. Now it's time to find a qualified Chicago contractor and understand local considerations that could impact your project. Explore expert flooring installation advice and read contractor reviews from real homeowners. Provider information and all relevant data are maintained by Remodel Your Home's editorial research team. [Learn about our editorial standards](/editorial-standards/index.md). On this page - [Flooring Installation Project Overview](#project-overview) - [What Chicago’s Climate Means for Your Flooring Installation](#local-climate) - [Flooring Installation Project Costs in Chicago](#cost-by-project) - [What Drives Chicago Flooring Installation Costs?](#why-cost) - [Flooring Installation Permitting in Chicago](#permitting) - [Flooring Installation Contractors in Chicago Ranked by Homeowners](#top-companies) - [Flooring Installation Contractors in Surrounding Communities](#surrounding-communities) - [How Remodel Your Home Matching Works](#how-it-works) - [Bundling Projects? See Other Services in Chicago](#other-services) - [Frequently Asked Questions](#faq) - [All Flooring Installation Resources](#more-resources) - [Find My Match](#find-my-match) Not sure which flooring is right for your home? [ Flooring Installation Hub →](/flooring-installation/index.md) [ Full Cost Guide →](/flooring-installation-cost/index.md) [ Best Companies →](/best-flooring-installation-companies/index.md) [ Flooring Installation Cost Calculator →](/flooring/cost-calculator/index.md) ## Flooring Installation Project Overview The most common options are luxury vinyl plank, carpet, engineered hardwood, laminate, and tile. Which suits a room depends on moisture and traffic as much as on looks, which is why many homes use more than one. Whether the existing floor has to come up is often the biggest variable in a quote. Some products can be installed over a sound subfloor, while others need the old material removed and hauled away first. Wondering about return on investment? Explore the [home improvement ROI guide](/home-improvement-roi/index.md). ## What Chicago’s Climate Means for Your Flooring Installation **Chicago climate:** cold winters, freeze-thaw cycles, lake-effect moisture. Winter heating drops indoor humidity to 15–25% across this region. Solid hardwood will shrink and gap seasonally. Engineered hardwood or LVP holds up better without a humidifier running constantly. ## Flooring Installation Project Costs in Chicago* Flooring Installation in Chicago usually runs $4–$10/sq ft for a standard project on an average home. That is higher than the average national rate, because labor costs are higher in Chicago. The table below compares national averages with typical Chicago pricing. Flooring Installation cost by project type in Chicago, IL | Project type | National range | Chicago estimate | | --- | --- | --- | | Hardwood Installation | $10–$25/sq ft | $10.63–$26.59/sq ft | | LVP / LVT Installation | $5–$16/sq ft | $5.32–$17.02/sq ft | | Tile Installation | $7–$19/sq ft | $7.44–$20.21/sq ft | | Carpet Installation | $3–$7/sq ft | $3.19–$7.44/sq ft | | Hardwood Refinishing | $3–$6/sq ft | $3.19–$6.38/sq ft | | Laminate Installation | $5–$16/sq ft | $5.32–$17.02/sq ft | *All cost estimates on this page are planning estimates, not quotes. Actual costs vary by location, project scope, materials, site conditions, and contractor. [See methodology and sources.](/how-we-calculate-costs/index.md) ## What Drives Chicago Flooring Installation Costs? Installed cost in Chicago runs roughly **6% above** the national average for this trade. Here's how we got to that number. Project costs include three main components: labor, materials, and overhead. Material ships at national prices no matter where you live, and overhead is fairly consistent as well. So the main pricing difference between metro areas is labor costs. This is why a quote from a high-wage metro is rarely as far above the national average as people expect. To get Chicago labor costs, we compared the average hourly wage in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN area to the national average hourly wage for this trade. (source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025) We found that the local trade wages sit about **23% above** the national figure. Labor costs typically make up about **28%** of a flooring installation project cost, so the weighted difference between Chicago and national averages is **+6%**. [See methodology and sources.](/how-we-calculate-costs/index.md) ## Flooring Installation Permitting in Chicago Permit complexity Simple Moderate Complex Permit complexity in Chicago is rated moderate. It depends on the scope of your project, so you should talk to the permitting authority to find out what your project needs. In general, Chicago permitting is moderately complex compared to other metros we cover. Permitting for structural work and electrical in this area goes through City of Chicago. Apply at chicago.gov/permits. You should ask each contractor if they pull the permits for you and if the fee for pulling permits is included in their quote. Also, tell them you need to see the written, approved permit before work starts. There is no Illinois state license for flooring installation. This work is governed locally. ([source](https://idfpr.illinois.gov/profs/proflist.html), verified as of 2026-08-12) [What that means and how to verify a contractor in Illinois →](/flooring/contractors/il/index.md) ## Flooring Installation Contractors in Chicago Ranked by Homeowners Here are the flooring installation companies IL homeowners in and around Chicago turn to, ranked by real customer rating and review volume, no filler. [See our Editorial Standards.](/editorial-standards/index.md) Floor Coverings International ★★★★★ 4.9 [Google · Chicago, IL location (111 reviews)](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Floor+Coverings+International/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x880e2de098619041:0x8fe66777718b9d05) as of August 2026 Design Center on Wheels: 3,000+ samples in your home. Strong rating across 250+ franchises. ![Remy](/images/remy/face-6aa3719e.png) Remy's Take Floor Coverings International brings its full sample selection to your home, so you can compare flooring and carpet against your own walls and lighting before deciding. Homeowners across the franchise consistently name their local design consultant and describe an honest process, including being pointed toward a smaller repair instead of a bigger job they did not need. Installers are described moving furniture before starting and putting it back after. Local owners personally reply to reviews by name. Because each location is independently owned, ask how long the installation warranty runs and what is covered if a floating floor like LVP or laminate ever shifts. [Learn More About Floor Coverings International →](/floor-coverings-international-review/index.md) Refloor ★★★★★ 4.9 [Google · Arlington Heights, IL location (323 reviews)](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Refloor/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x880fbbd5eed8b8a7:0xb2183a17c0a71a62) as of August 2026 4-Part Lifetime Guarantee covering labor, gaps, plank replacement and a half-price replacement promise. 5-day install in MI, IN, OH, IL, KY. ![Remy](/images/remy/face-6aa3719e.png) Remy's Take Refloor fits luxury vinyl plank and little else: a narrow specialism, stocked, with installs often landing the day after you choose. Reviewers across its Midwest, Southeast and Northeast branches consistently name their installers and describe real care for the rest of the house along the way: furniture moved and reset, old carpet hauled off, subfloors levelled and repaired before the new floor goes down, and the site cleaned up as the crew works. The sales consultation draws the same kind of specific praise: homeowners name their rep and describe a clear walk-through of product, cost and the installation process before anything is decided. Because Refloor installs its own product, its service covers floors it originally put in; if you are finishing or repairing an existing floor from another installer, ask up front whether that is in scope. Their guarantee has four parts and is worth reading closely: the gap-free promise excludes gaps caused by subfloor movement or moisture, which is how most plank gapping actually happens, and the whole guarantee depends on completing a walk-through on the final day of installation. [Learn More About Refloor →](/refloor-review/index.md) Empire Today ★★★★★ 4.5 [Google · Northlake, IL location (4,927 reviews)](https://www.google.com/maps/place/x/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x880fb4b9ea78baf3:0xd2f352d911abd15e) as of August 2026 75+ markets nationwide. Next-day carpet installation for in-stock styles. ![Remy](/images/remy/face-6aa3719e.png) Remy's Take Empire Today is built around convenience: a shop-at-home consultation with installation often available within a day or two, on exclusive lines like WhisperHOME® carpet and AquaDefense® waterproof LVP. The consultation is what reviewers praise most, and specifically: they name the consultant who came to the house, describe the visit as unhurried, and often mention that the price held up well against other quotes they had already collected. Installation crews draw the same kind of specific praise: arriving on time, walking the job before starting, and cleaning up before they leave. Because flooring performance can change over the life of a floor, ask now what the warranty covers if a plank ever lifts or separates down the road, not just what is covered on installation day, and get a direct service contact in writing at the time of sale. [Learn More About Empire Today →](/empire-today-flooring-review/index.md) ## Flooring Installation Contractors in Surrounding Communities We match contractors serving Chicago and surrounding communities, including: Lincoln Park Wicker Park Oak Park Evanston Naperville Schaumburg Orland Park Joliet Contractor service areas vary rather than following ZIP-code lines, so your community may still be covered even if it is not listed above. Start your match to see the options for your project and location. ## How Remodel Your Home Matching Works 1 Share what you need Tell us your project type and ZIP code. Takes about 2 minutes, no account needed. 2 Meet your matches We connect you with contractors in your area, ranked by real customer rating and review volume. 3 Pick the one you trust Compare profiles and ratings, then schedule with the contractor you feel confident about. Free, no obligation. [Find Your Match →](#hero-bar) ## Bundling Projects? See Other Services in Chicago We match homeowners in Chicago across every major exterior and interior trade. You get the same simple, free, no-obligation service for every project. If you're planning more than one project, it's worth requesting a combined quote if the contractor offers both types of work. This can sometimes make a project more affordable. [ Bathroom Remodeling in Chicago →](/bathroom/remodelers/il/chicago/index.md)[ Window Replacement in Chicago →](/windows/replacement/il/chicago/index.md)[ Roof Replacement in Chicago →](/roofing/roofers/il/chicago/index.md)[ Gutter Installation in Chicago →](/gutters/installation/il/chicago/index.md)[ Siding Replacement in Chicago →](/siding/contractors/il/chicago/index.md)[ Door Replacement in Chicago →](/doors/replacement/il/chicago/index.md) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How much does flooring installation cost in Chicago, IL*? Flooring Installation in Chicago typically runs $4–$10/sq ft. That's about 6% above the national average for this trade in this metro. ### Do I need a permit for flooring installation in Chicago? Permitting for structural work and electrical in this area goes through City of Chicago. Apply at chicago.gov/permits. Requirements depend on the scope of your project, so confirm what yours needs with your city or county building department before work starts. ### When is the best time of year for flooring installation in Chicago? Flooring Installation is mostly interior work, so weather matters less here than contractor demand does. Summer (June–August) is the busiest season for home improvement generally. ### Can these contractors help me if I'm in the Chicago area, but not in Chicago proper? Yes. In general, contractors cover a defined service area, not a ZIP code. A company working one side of the metro will usually quote the other, so go ahead and find your match even if your area isn't listed. [See the Chicago communities we cover →](#surrounding-communities) ### How can I learn about flooring installation in other Illinois metro areas? We offer localized ratings and pricing for 1 other Illinois metro area: - [Peoria](/flooring/contractors/il/peoria/index.md) [Explore all Illinois flooring installation markets →](/flooring/contractors/il/index.md) ## All Flooring Installation Resources Choosing a flooring installation contractor in Chicago comes down to a few important questions: what it costs, who does it well, how to pay for it, and what to ask before you sign. The resources below cover those and the rest of the decision. [How Much Does Flooring Installation Cost in 2026? →](/flooring-installation-cost/index.md)[Cost calculator →](/flooring/cost-calculator/index.md)[Best Flooring Installation Companies of 2026 →](/best-flooring-installation-companies/index.md)[Flooring Installation Contractors Near Me →](/flooring-contractors-near-me/index.md)[How to Finance Flooring Installation: 5 Options Compared →](/flooring-installation-financing/index.md)[7 Signs It's Time to Replace Your Floors (Not Just Refinish Them) →](/flooring-replacement-signs/index.md)[Materials guide →](/flooring-materials/index.md)[How Long Does Flooring Installation Take? Timeline by Material →](/articles/floor-installation-timeline/index.md)[Best Flooring for Bathrooms: Waterproof Options Ranked →](/articles/best-flooring-for-bathrooms/index.md)[Carpet vs. Hardwood: Which Is Better for Home Resale Value? →](/articles/carpet-vs-hardwood-resale/index.md)[Laminate vs. Luxury Vinyl Plank: →](/articles/laminate-vs-vinyl-plank/index.md)[How to Prepare Your Home for Flooring Installation (So Nothing Goes… →](/articles/prepare-home-for-flooring/index.md)[Hardwood vs. LVP Flooring: Which Is Right for Your Home? →](/articles/hardwood-vs-lvp-flooring/index.md)[DIY vs. Professional Flooring Installation: Worth It? →](/articles/diy-vs-professional-flooring/index.md) --- Source: https://remodelyourhome.com/flooring/contractors/il/chicago/