Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Came the following day, made extra trip to Home Depot for proper color of grout, replaced cracked floor tile, cleaned up after job. Good communications. On time. Would use again!"
Darrin S on June 2023
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Came the following day, made extra trip to Home Depot for proper color of grout, replaced cracked floor tile, cleaned up after job. Good communications. On time. Would use again!"
Darrin S on June 2023
Emperial Hardwood Floors is a family business owned by the husband-and-wife team of Ricky and Lori Core and is a Home Reports Best Pick for the fourteenth consecutive year. Emperial specializes in refinishing hardwood floors, installing solid strip flooring, and also re-coating hardwood floors. The company began serving Atlanta-area homeowners in 1979. Emperial is a small, customer-oriented business that can give its customers personal attention. We use the Bona Kemi dustless system, which cuts down on the dust by 90%. We also feather dust cabinets, countertops, and walls after job completion. In addition, we specialize in today's high-traffic finishes. These finishes are twice as strong as conventional polyurethanes, and they cure faster as well. The company carries both workers' compensation and liability insurance. Emperial also requires a 600-square-foot minimum and guarantees its work. We care about our customers and have a great deal of pride in the work that we do. Our goal is to make every customer happy, so that they refer us to their friends. That's how we built the business.
"We have worked with Ricky and Lori with Emperial Hardwood Floors for the past 10 years. They have performed various tasks from repairing/installing new hardwood floors to refinishing floors. They have always performed their work in a professional manner, on-time and on-budget. Ricky normally oversees the office side of things (proposals, scheduling, coordination) and George manages the field side. Everyone is extremely easy to work with, know their profession and always try to please the client. We had a white-washed stain/finish applied to all our hardwood floors throughout the entire house (~2,400 sq.ft.). Ricky and George went the extra length to ensure this difficult job was technically doable and completed in a quality manner. We also had both front and rear staircases replaced with new tread/risers, newel posts and railings, and balusters replaced with decorative wrought iron. We could not have been more pleased with the outcome of all projects. We will use them on all future work, and highly recommend them."
Tom T on March 2018
Emperial Hardwood Floors is a family business owned by the husband-and-wife team of Ricky and Lori Core and is a Home Reports Best Pick for the fourteenth consecutive year. Emperial specializes in refinishing hardwood floors, installing solid strip flooring, and also re-coating hardwood floors. The company began serving Atlanta-area homeowners in 1979. Emperial is a small, customer-oriented business that can give its customers personal attention. We use the Bona Kemi dustless system, which cuts down on the dust by 90%. We also feather dust cabinets, countertops, and walls after job completion. In addition, we specialize in today's high-traffic finishes. These finishes are twice as strong as conventional polyurethanes, and they cure faster as well. The company carries both workers' compensation and liability insurance. Emperial also requires a 600-square-foot minimum and guarantees its work. We care about our customers and have a great deal of pride in the work that we do. Our goal is to make every customer happy, so that they refer us to their friends. That's how we built the business.
"We have worked with Ricky and Lori with Emperial Hardwood Floors for the past 10 years. They have performed various tasks from repairing/installing new hardwood floors to refinishing floors. They have always performed their work in a professional manner, on-time and on-budget. Ricky normally oversees the office side of things (proposals, scheduling, coordination) and George manages the field side. Everyone is extremely easy to work with, know their profession and always try to please the client. We had a white-washed stain/finish applied to all our hardwood floors throughout the entire house (~2,400 sq.ft.). Ricky and George went the extra length to ensure this difficult job was technically doable and completed in a quality manner. We also had both front and rear staircases replaced with new tread/risers, newel posts and railings, and balusters replaced with decorative wrought iron. We could not have been more pleased with the outcome of all projects. We will use them on all future work, and highly recommend them."
Tom T on March 2018
J.M. Floors has been installing Hardwood Flooring, Laminate Flooring & Vinyl Flooring, in over 1,000 homes. Our flooring company is family owned & operated. At J.M. Floors, we customize all flooring projects to fit your particular needs. With over 9 years of experience, we have the ability to create unique flooring options that will provide not just a floor-but a piece of interest in your home. We pride ourselves in providing our clients with outstanding customer service, quality installation and superior products. We carry all grades of hardwood, laminate and vinyl to fit any budget. $1.85 per square foot of laminate & $2.25 per square foot of wood flooring.
"Took the time to color match my vinyl flooring to the rest of the house, did the job in one day, and quoted me a great price. Would definitely hire again"
Amanda B on February 2025
J.M. Floors has been installing Hardwood Flooring, Laminate Flooring & Vinyl Flooring, in over 1,000 homes. Our flooring company is family owned & operated. At J.M. Floors, we customize all flooring projects to fit your particular needs. With over 9 years of experience, we have the ability to create unique flooring options that will provide not just a floor-but a piece of interest in your home. We pride ourselves in providing our clients with outstanding customer service, quality installation and superior products. We carry all grades of hardwood, laminate and vinyl to fit any budget. $1.85 per square foot of laminate & $2.25 per square foot of wood flooring.
"Took the time to color match my vinyl flooring to the rest of the house, did the job in one day, and quoted me a great price. Would definitely hire again"
Amanda B on February 2025
JFAM provides quality wood flooring installations, repairs, sanding, water & and oil base finishing and refinishing to residential and commercial properties. Small family business with over 30+ years of experience, servicing all counties in the Atlanta region. "We're not just a business, we're family."
"I had carpet in my living room and hallway and I had it replaced with hardwood floors that Walter Jackson did for me,he did an excellent job still looking great, it's now over 15 years very professional guy can give you his opinion about what's the best wood you should use etc."
Chella F on April 2024
JFAM provides quality wood flooring installations, repairs, sanding, water & and oil base finishing and refinishing to residential and commercial properties. Small family business with over 30+ years of experience, servicing all counties in the Atlanta region. "We're not just a business, we're family."
"I had carpet in my living room and hallway and I had it replaced with hardwood floors that Walter Jackson did for me,he did an excellent job still looking great, it's now over 15 years very professional guy can give you his opinion about what's the best wood you should use etc."
Chella F on April 2024
Concept Flooring is all about making your flooring project a success with 4 easy steps. 1. Quick phone consultation with a dedicated Project Manager. 2. A convenient in-home appointment where we bring the showroom to you. 3. A dedicated Project Manager who will work with you from beginning to end. 4. Assurance knowing your installation is backed by our Lifetime Installation Guarantee. We can't wait to help you find the best solution for your flooring project.
"Perfect experience and got exactly what I wanted. Couldn’t be happier with the service and quality."
Rachel E on September 2024
Concept Flooring is all about making your flooring project a success with 4 easy steps. 1. Quick phone consultation with a dedicated Project Manager. 2. A convenient in-home appointment where we bring the showroom to you. 3. A dedicated Project Manager who will work with you from beginning to end. 4. Assurance knowing your installation is backed by our Lifetime Installation Guarantee. We can't wait to help you find the best solution for your flooring project.
"Perfect experience and got exactly what I wanted. Couldn’t be happier with the service and quality."
Rachel E on September 2024
The Painters YOU can TRUST! We are a full service painting company specializing in home improvements for residential homeowners and commercial businesses. We offer services such as Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Stipple Ceiling Removal, Popcorn Ceiling Removal, Flooring, and Gutter Installation. The Atlanta Painting Company proudly serves the greater metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia area including: Buckhead, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Alpharetta, Marietta, Johns Creek, Norcross, Suwanee, Duluth, Woodstock, Peachtree Corners and everywhere in between. We also have an office located in Peachtree City to better service our customers on the southside of The Metro Atlanta area. We have a project minimum of $1500, and Free Color Consultations have a project minimum of $2000. Additional e-mail: leads@atlantapaintingcompany.com.
"Excellent work! Would rehire without a second thought and recommend."
Fernand C on January 2025
The Painters YOU can TRUST! We are a full service painting company specializing in home improvements for residential homeowners and commercial businesses. We offer services such as Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Stipple Ceiling Removal, Popcorn Ceiling Removal, Flooring, and Gutter Installation. The Atlanta Painting Company proudly serves the greater metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia area including: Buckhead, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Alpharetta, Marietta, Johns Creek, Norcross, Suwanee, Duluth, Woodstock, Peachtree Corners and everywhere in between. We also have an office located in Peachtree City to better service our customers on the southside of The Metro Atlanta area. We have a project minimum of $1500, and Free Color Consultations have a project minimum of $2000. Additional e-mail: leads@atlantapaintingcompany.com.
"Excellent work! Would rehire without a second thought and recommend."
Fernand C on January 2025
We specialize in all phases of flooring services, such as laminate, vinyl, hardwood, tile, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They were very helpful, no issues, work done well."
Tim C on May 2023
We specialize in all phases of flooring services, such as laminate, vinyl, hardwood, tile, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They were very helpful, no issues, work done well."
Tim C on May 2023
2 brothers, Eddie and Robert, and a hardwood flooring business. We take pride in our job. We have not met a customer that had higher expectations about their hardwoods than us. We always try to reach perfection. We backed up our experience with theoretical knowledge as well. It makes a big difference out there. And by doing the job ourselves, we are able to compete with the lowest prices and give one of the highest qualities. Fully Licensed & Insured
"Exceeded expectations. Old hardwood floors, which had been covered with carpet by the original homeowners, now look brand new. Areas that were feathered in with new wood are undetectable."
THOMAS P on December 2024
2 brothers, Eddie and Robert, and a hardwood flooring business. We take pride in our job. We have not met a customer that had higher expectations about their hardwoods than us. We always try to reach perfection. We backed up our experience with theoretical knowledge as well. It makes a big difference out there. And by doing the job ourselves, we are able to compete with the lowest prices and give one of the highest qualities. Fully Licensed & Insured
"Exceeded expectations. Old hardwood floors, which had been covered with carpet by the original homeowners, now look brand new. Areas that were feathered in with new wood are undetectable."
THOMAS P on December 2024
The main goal for my company is to always stand out and leave my customers happy with my work. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
The main goal for my company is to always stand out and leave my customers happy with my work. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
There is a difference. Choosing the right team for your hardwood flooring needs can be the difference between loving your floors and a total nightmare. We'd love the opportunity to show you why choosing Apalachee's team is the best choice! When you need floors installed, sanded or refinished, you need someone who understands your needs and priorities. Because of this we constantly tailor our services and procedures based on the needs and feedback of our clients. Our goals are to provide the best possible flooring options for your needs, to keep the process as painless as possible, with your health and convenience a top priority. Please tell us what your priorities are! Whatever your level of interest in flooring is, please feel free to give us a call. We are always happy to answer questions over the phone or via email about anything floor related whatsoever. Family owned.
"Awesome company! I cannot say enough good things about Glen and Apalachee Floors. I had storm/water damage to my hardwood floors, and Apalachee was recommended to me. Glen came out just as scheduled, calmed my fears about the floor, and encouraged me to let the floors dry out before having any work done. He could easily have gouged me for unnecessary work. He reached back out to me 30 days later, came back to reassess, and everything looks good. And he didn't charge me a thing. I so appreciated dealing with a company with such obvious integrity."
Ellen G on September 2023
There is a difference. Choosing the right team for your hardwood flooring needs can be the difference between loving your floors and a total nightmare. We'd love the opportunity to show you why choosing Apalachee's team is the best choice! When you need floors installed, sanded or refinished, you need someone who understands your needs and priorities. Because of this we constantly tailor our services and procedures based on the needs and feedback of our clients. Our goals are to provide the best possible flooring options for your needs, to keep the process as painless as possible, with your health and convenience a top priority. Please tell us what your priorities are! Whatever your level of interest in flooring is, please feel free to give us a call. We are always happy to answer questions over the phone or via email about anything floor related whatsoever. Family owned.
"Awesome company! I cannot say enough good things about Glen and Apalachee Floors. I had storm/water damage to my hardwood floors, and Apalachee was recommended to me. Glen came out just as scheduled, calmed my fears about the floor, and encouraged me to let the floors dry out before having any work done. He could easily have gouged me for unnecessary work. He reached back out to me 30 days later, came back to reassess, and everything looks good. And he didn't charge me a thing. I so appreciated dealing with a company with such obvious integrity."
Ellen G on September 2023
Laminate flooring is made of multiple layers of synthetic material bonded together. The top layer is made from resin, which seals and protects the rest of the flooring from scratches and stains. The decorative layer features a print image of wood, stone, or ceramic, while the core is made from high-density fiberboard and resin to provide strength and structure. The bottom layer protects the core from moisture.
Carpet installs average $3.50 to $11 per square foot, while laminate runs $6 to $14. Carpet costs less up front, but laminate lasts longer, cuts down on maintenance, and delivers a stronger ROI. If you’re looking for durability and a resale bump, laminate often wins out despite the higher initial price.
AC ratings measure durability. An AC1 plank handles light foot traffic, while AC5 stands up to busy commercial spaces. The tougher the plank, the higher the price, an extra $1 to $3.50 per square foot. Choosing the right rating helps you balance budget and longevity.
You can lay laminate over most hard surfaces, but never over carpet. The soft pile doesn’t give the planks the solid, level base they need and can void the warranty. Instead, remove the carpet, check that the subfloor is flat, and roll out a firm underlayment before installation.
Laminate can add value when it replaces tired carpet, vinyl, or linoleum. A fresh, wood-look surface upgrades the room’s style without the cost of solid hardwood. Opt for high-quality planks with realistic patterns and good AC ratings to boost durability—and your home’s resale appeal.