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Hardwood flooring in Pontiac, MI
Real wood adds warmth to a Pontiac, MI home, but Michigan's swings between humid summers and dry, heated winters are hard on solid boards.
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Why engineered hardwood suits Pontiac houses
Engineered hardwood has a real wood top layer over a layered core. That core resists the expanding and shrinking that happens when a house goes from a muggy August to a dry January with the furnace running. Solid boards can gap or cup in the same conditions.
Engineered planks can also go over concrete slabs and in rooms near basement level where solid wood is a risky choice. In a Pontiac bungalow with an older plywood subfloor, it lays flatter and with fewer surprises.
Where it goes in older Pontiac homes
In 1920s through 1950s houses, we usually see hardwood return to living rooms, dining rooms, hallways, and bedrooms where carpet covered the original floors for decades. The wood tones fit the trim and brick fireplaces common in these homes.
Kitchens and basements are a different story. If moisture is a worry, we may steer you toward luxury vinyl plank, which handles water better. We want the floor to look good in year ten, not just on day one.
Typical engineered hardwood costs in Pontiac
In Metro Detroit, engineered hardwood installed typically runs about $8 to $15 per square foot, depending on wood species, plank width, and thickness of the top layer. Wider planks and thicker wear layers sit at the higher end.
These are typical ranges only. Your written quote after the free in-home estimate sets the real number, and it includes removal of the old floor. Stairs, patterns, and extra prep are listed separately so you can see where the money goes. For a stair project, see hardwood stairs.
Subfloor prep and acclimation
A floor is only as good as what is under it. We check for squeaks, dips, and high spots, then fasten and level as needed before any plank goes down. Old Pontiac houses can have a surprising amount of movement in the subfloor.
We also let the planks sit in the room before install so they adjust to your home's humidity, and we leave the right expansion gap at the walls. It is a small step that keeps seams tight through a Michigan winter.
The install, start to finish
We begin with a free in-home estimate, where we measure, bring samples, and talk about color and plank width. Then we schedule a day. On the day, we remove the old floor, prep the subfloor, install, and add the trim and transitions.
Most jobs are finished in one day. We clean up, haul away the old flooring, and do a walkthrough with you. Prefer to see the style first? Browse our flooring inspiration gallery.
Why choose BRC Flooring in Pontiac
Carlos Sr. is a master installer with 30-plus years behind him, and Carlos Jr. leads our installs. We do not hand your job to a subcontractor. The same family crew measures, installs, and stands behind the work with a 1-year workmanship warranty.
Read what customers say on our reviews page, then request a free estimate. If you want to compare options, our engineered hardwood page has more on the product itself.
What our clients say
Customer reviews
“BRC Flooring was extremely professional from start to finish. The team was efficient, respectful, and incredibly quick with both the removal of our old floors and the installation of our beautiful new vinyl floors.”
Hardwood flooring questions in Pontiac, MI
For most homes we recommend engineered. It handles Michigan humidity swings better and works over slabs and basements where solid wood is risky.
Usually, after we inspect and fix any squeaks, dips, or loose areas. We check the subfloor at the estimate and tell you if prep will be needed.
Yes. Removal and haul-away are in the quote, whether it is carpet, vinyl, or old planks.
We bring samples to your home so you can compare against existing floors and trim in your own light. Exact matches with old wood can be tricky, and we will be honest about what will look best.
Usually the same day. We will tell you if the specific floor we install needs any wait before heavy furniture goes back.
From first call to finished floor
How a BRC Flooring job goes
Book a free visit
Pick a time that suits you, Monday through Saturday. We come to your home or business.
Measure and quote
We look at the space, measure, talk through materials, and give you an honest written quote.
Install, usually in a day
The family and our own crew handle removal, prep, and installation, then clean up.
Walk through together
We go over the finished floor with you. If something isn't right, our 1-year workmanship warranty has you covered.
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