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Top 4 Signs Floor Installers Are Necessary for Your Project

calander Sep 22 , 2022 user-iconAnderson Painting
Garage floor being installed.

Few projects are more foundational than flooring (literally). Attractive, sturdy floors set the tone for any interior or exterior space. But when it’s time to update, replace, or resurface your flooring, you might not even know where to begin. Tackling this project yourself might save you some money, but some DIY projects simply aren’t worth the hassle. And as it turns out, there’s a lot more to flooring than meets the eye. Here are the top four signs you need to hire floor installers for your upcoming renovation.

Top Four Signs You Need to Hire Floor Installers

1. You’re Not Sure What You Need

No two flooring projects are exactly alike. Whether you’re seeking installation, repairs, or fresh concrete floor coatings, there are plenty of options to choose from regarding materials, appearance, thickness, texture/additives, and so on. Even if you have a general sense of what you’re looking for, you might lack the language and understanding that informs every detail of such a project. This is where flooring professionals come in handy. Experienced floor installers can help you make the right decisions, so you’re happy with the outcome and price.

2. You Don’t Have Time to DIY

Many DIY projects are cheaper than professional endeavors on paper, but don’t forget that time is money, too. The time you spend on your own floor installation project is time you won’t be able to spend on other things, such as your job, hobbies, social life, etc. These opportunity costs can really add up, even if you think you have plenty of time to kill. Hiring flooring professionals will allow you to spend your energies on things that really matter to you.

3. You Lack Confidence in Your Flooring Abilities

There’s no doubt that tackling DIY renovations is easier now than ever before, thanks to online video tutorials and other handy resources. That said, learning how to properly fix, install, and maintain floors takes time – and even if you spend hours browsing professional videos on these matters, executing such knowledge is another matter entirely. If you lack experience in floor repair and installation, you might decide that it’s not worth risking your property’s integrity for the sake of your ambitions. The best way to guarantee the best outcomes is to hire a reputable flooring expert from the very beginning.

Read our previous blog, “Flooring Installation Contractors Near Me: What to Look for in Their Reviews.”

4. Flooring Is Only the Beginning

If your floors need attention, odds are other parts of your property could use some upgrading as well. You might be better equipped to handle some of these other tasks on your own, but if you're facing a laundry list of renovations (including flooring), it’s a good idea to seek flooring installers that also offer other services. At Anderson Painting, floor repair, installation, and resurfacing only cover a portion of our repertoire. We also offer interior and exterior painting, carpentry, siding, trim repairs, and more to our Raleigh, NC clientele.

Four Reasons to Floor It with Professional Help

We admire and encourage the DIY spirit in all the communities we serve, but we’re more than happy to provide our customers with expert services when they need a helping hand. To learn more about us and all we do, call today at 919-610-1855 or email us at info@andersonpaintingnc.com!


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