Installed hardwood flooring typically runs $6 to $12 per square foot for materials and labor combined, though premium species and intricate installations can push that to $15+ per square foot. For a 500-square-foot living room, most homeowners budget $3,000 to $6,000.
Measure your square footage, decide on solid vs. engineered, and get at least three written quotes from local contractors. Ask whether removal, prep, and trim are included — that’s where estimates often differ.
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