Rates
Flooring Installation Pricing
All rates below are labour only and flooring-focused. You supply the materials — I don't mind where they come from, just have them on site. I'm happy to advise on quantities, product requirements, and install method if you want help. Prices are starting ranges for normal conditions; final quotes depend on the material, subfloor, prep, layout, stairs, transitions, access, travel, and schedule.
Local and practical service areas include the Lower Mainland, the Okanagan, and Bowen Island. Select BC-wide work is considered when the scope, material, schedule, and finish standard justify travel; accommodation and travel are quoted separately when needed.
Not sure what level you need? Most rentals and basic updates fit Good when the subfloor is ready. Glue-down products, concrete slabs, and premium material usually belong in Better. Double glue-down, wide plank, herringbone, and high-control layouts belong in Best.
Good
Floating laminate / LVP
Clean, cost-effective flooring when the subfloor is ready. Still needs flatness, underlay, expansion, clean cuts, and proper transitions.
Better
Glue-down LVP / engineered
More controlled installation with adhesive compatibility, spread, open time, rolling pressure, substrate prep, and finished detail handled properly.
Best
Double glue-down / wide plank / herringbone
Premium method for projects where layout, sequencing, flatness, sound/comfort expectations, and visible finish quality matter more.
Hardwood Installation
Glue‑down and floating only — no nail‑down. Floating can be appropriate when the product and subfloor suit it. Glue‑down gives stronger control and a more stable feel, especially on concrete and premium installations. Double glue‑down is the premium method: glue the underlay to the subfloor, then glue the flooring on top. Wide plank, herringbone, and complex layouts require more prep, sequencing, and layout discipline.
| Service | Labour |
|---|---|
| Engineered hardwood (glue‑down) — | $4.00 – $6.00/sq ft |
| Hardwood (floating, click) — | $3.00 – $4.50/sq ft |
| Double glue‑down (underlay glue + floor glue) — | $5.50 – $8.00/sq ft |
| Herringbone / chevron — | $6.00 – $10.00/sq ft |
| Wide‑plank (8"+) — | $5.00 – $7.50/sq ft |
Laminate & Vinyl Installation
Floating click, glue‑down LVP/LVT, vinyl sheet, and bamboo. Floating is the basic method when the subfloor is ready. Glue‑down needs tighter control over adhesive, open time, pressure, and substrate condition. Underlayment, transition material, unusual profiles, and tight-to-tile work are priced separately when needed.
| Service | Labour |
|---|---|
| Laminate (floating, click‑lock) — | $2.50 – $4.00/sq ft |
| LVP (floating) — | $3.00 – $4.50/sq ft |
| LVP / LVT (glue‑down) — | $3.50 – $5.00/sq ft |
| Vinyl sheet (glue‑down) — | $3.00 – $4.50/sq ft |
| Bamboo (click / engineered) — | $3.00 – $4.75/sq ft |
| Remove & dispose existing floor — | $0.85 – $1.75/sq ft |
| Premium underlayment upgrade — | $0.75 – $1.50/sq ft |
Tight-to-Tile Transitions
Quoted where tile edge, height, substrate, and flooring product allow a clean no-strip finish. When conditions allow, Skyecon cuts flooring tight to existing tile instead of using a bulky T-mold. $100 per transition.
| Service | Labour |
|---|---|
| Tight‑to‑tile transition — | $100 per transition |
Stairs
Full treads and risers — any material, all glued down. Stairs are a precision job. Each one cut, fitted, and finished to exact tolerances. Complex geometry, returns, or bullnose work quoted on site.
| Service | Labour |
|---|---|
| Full treads & risers (any material) — | $50 – $150/stair |
| Nosing only (replacement or new) — | $30 – $70/stair |
| Complex / curved / returns — | quoted on site |
Subfloor Preparation & Leveling
Self‑leveling compound is demanding work — it requires precision, patience, and the right conditions. Don't shortcut the prep; everything rides on a good base.
| Service | Labour |
|---|---|
| Self‑leveling compound — | $4.00 – $10.00/sq ft (depends on severity) |
| Patch / replace plywood or OSB — | $85 – $125/hr; materials at cost |
| Moisture testing & mitigation prep — | $150 – $300 |
| Basic subfloor prep (sweep / prime) — | $0.50 – $1.00/sq ft |
Baseboards & Floor-Finish Trim
Baseboards, shoe moulding, quarter‑round, casing, and selective trim/millwork details installed cleanly after the floor is in. Flooring remains the main focus; broader millwork is quoted only when it fits the project.
| Service | Labour |
|---|---|
| Baseboards — MDF (install) — | $2.00 – $4.00/linear ft |
| Baseboards — real wood (install) — | $2.50 – $5.00/linear ft |
| Shoe moulding / quarter‑round — | $1.25 – $2.50/linear ft |
| Caulking & finishing (paint‑ready) — | $1.00 – $2.00/linear ft |
| Selective casing / returns / floor-finish trim — | quoted by scope |
General & Miscellaneous
| Service | Labour |
|---|---|
| Hourly rate (specialized work) — | $85 – $110/hr |
| Minimum call‑out (first hour) — | $115 – $145 (incl. travel & assess) |
| Debris disposal (small loads) — | $60 – $120 (up to 2 yd³) |
Details
- Materials — Labour only. You supply the materials; I provide quantities and order specs if needed. I work with whatever supplier you prefer.
- Estimates — Free in‑person or virtual (photos/video). Fixed‑price quote valid 30 days.
- Payment — 50% deposit on projects over $1,000; balance on completion. Cash or e‑transfer.
- Scheduling — 48‑hour notice for standard jobs; 24‑hour rush requests available (surcharge may apply).
- Insurance — WCB covered. Project-specific requirements can be discussed before quoting.
- Scope — Flooring installation is the focus: floating, glue-down, double glue-down, wide plank, herringbone, stairs, prep, transitions, baseboards, and floor-focused finish details. I don't do tile, stone, full general contracting, or exteriors — but I'll refer you to trusted trades.
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