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Avatar for Thompson Flooring

Thompson Flooring

49 Victory Drive
4.66(
97
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Approved Pro

Thompson Flooring

49 Victory Drive
4.66(
97
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 local quotes requested

Thompson Flooring, offers every customer the kind of fair, honest, and informative consultation that is necessary to feel good about a home flooring project. We take great pride in our expert wood floor refinishes and installs. We focus on individuals and recognize that each and every project is unique. We have been serving New Haven County for over a decade and are deeply immersed in this community. We will help you make your home more beautiful on time and on budget. Please call us today; we are looking forward to serving you.

"Jim and his employees did any amazing job refinishing our living room floor. They were extremely thorough and got the work done ahead of time. We are extremely pleased with how great the finish turned out. You won’t regret giving Jim the opportunity to bring your hardwood floors back to life. "

Brad S on July 2025

Thompson Flooring, offers every customer the kind of fair, honest, and informative consultation that is necessary to feel good about a home flooring project. We take great pride in our expert wood floor refinishes and installs. We focus on individuals and recognize that each and every project is unique. We have been serving New Haven County for over a decade and are deeply immersed in this community. We will help you make your home more beautiful on time and on budget. Please call us today; we are looking forward to serving you.

"Jim and his employees did any amazing job refinishing our living room floor. They were extremely thorough and got the work done ahead of time. We are extremely pleased with how great the finish turned out. You won’t regret giving Jim the opportunity to bring your hardwood floors back to life. "

Brad S on July 2025


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Class A Wood Flooring, LLC

379 W Pond Meadow Rd
4.95(
30
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Approved Pro

Class A Wood Flooring, LLC

379 W Pond Meadow Rd
4.95(
30
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

Family owned and operated since 1998. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in quality for all of your flooring installation needs. We'll help you select the most fitting and beautiful home interiors ! Our distinctive service includes professional measuring, experienced installation and stylish design, all provided with a local flair since we're independently owned and operated. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Logan is a meticulous and responsible craftsman. He put hardwood down in our living room, laminate in an office, and is staining our staircase. He communicates well and is an interesting person."

Robert D on October 2024

Family owned and operated since 1998. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in quality for all of your flooring installation needs. We'll help you select the most fitting and beautiful home interiors ! Our distinctive service includes professional measuring, experienced installation and stylish design, all provided with a local flair since we're independently owned and operated. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Logan is a meticulous and responsible craftsman. He put hardwood down in our living room, laminate in an office, and is staining our staircase. He communicates well and is an interesting person."

Robert D on October 2024


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Numitor, LLC

869 Bridge Street
4.77(
72
)
Approved Pro

Numitor, LLC

869 Bridge Street
4.77(
72
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

Numitor, LLC, Is a family-owned flooring, painting and carpentry provider. "We enhance and beautify your living and working environments". Please give us a call so that we may help you enhance yours!

"The did a great job, fast and on time. Small issue was addressed and taken care of overall experience was great."

Serena P on August 2025

Numitor, LLC, Is a family-owned flooring, painting and carpentry provider. "We enhance and beautify your living and working environments". Please give us a call so that we may help you enhance yours!

"The did a great job, fast and on time. Small issue was addressed and taken care of overall experience was great."

Serena P on August 2025


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JOHN H ROBBINS JR

64 HURLBUTT RD
5.00(
35
)
Approved Pro

JOHN H ROBBINS JR

64 HURLBUTT RD
5.00(
35
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
75 local quotes requested

We are a family-owned and operated business, serving the New London, New Haven, Fairfield and Hartford Counties for 30 years. We have a broad experience in various fields such as hardwood floor installations, repairs, custom staining, sanding and refinishing. We are insured with workers compensation, and are licensed in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New York. Our team has experience working with antique flooring, reclaimed wood, custom staining, chestnut and other uncommon woods. Our team understand that just like homes, no two floors are built identically. Our extensive experience in the industry allows us to focus on your individual needs in order to meet your expectations. We take in consideration the number of rooms, shapes of rooms, types of flooring used, and types of sub-flooring used to give you an honest and accurate estimate. The owner is on every job and employees are covered by workman's comp and we have liability insurance and an additional umbrella

"Excellent. The floors look amazing. John and his team were professional, prompt, and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!"

Greg B on August 2025

We are a family-owned and operated business, serving the New London, New Haven, Fairfield and Hartford Counties for 30 years. We have a broad experience in various fields such as hardwood floor installations, repairs, custom staining, sanding and refinishing. We are insured with workers compensation, and are licensed in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New York. Our team has experience working with antique flooring, reclaimed wood, custom staining, chestnut and other uncommon woods. Our team understand that just like homes, no two floors are built identically. Our extensive experience in the industry allows us to focus on your individual needs in order to meet your expectations. We take in consideration the number of rooms, shapes of rooms, types of flooring used, and types of sub-flooring used to give you an honest and accurate estimate. The owner is on every job and employees are covered by workman's comp and we have liability insurance and an additional umbrella

"Excellent. The floors look amazing. John and his team were professional, prompt, and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!"

Greg B on August 2025


TLC Floor Center LLC

682 Boswell Ave
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

TLC Floor Center LLC

682 Boswell Ave
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
155 local quotes requested

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 our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"The service was great. They're extremely personable, on time, they have fair pricing, and very knowledgeable about the materials. Just all around, easy to work with."

Onyx A on February 2022

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 our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"The service was great. They're extremely personable, on time, they have fair pricing, and very knowledgeable about the materials. Just all around, easy to work with."

Onyx A on February 2022


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Hakuna Matata Construction

36 Dunbar Ln.
5.00(
12
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Approved Pro

Hakuna Matata Construction

36 Dunbar Ln.
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
103 local quotes requested

We are a small local business, with industry experience since 2013. We are licensed and insured. We provide residential work such as: Hard surface install (vinyl, wood, tile), Hardwood floor refinishing, Door Installs, Trim Installs, and more!

"Cory was the best. He was very knowledgeable in all matters of flooring. He was able to come up with the best solution for our stairs that needed complete. Rework and made them beautiful. His pricing is reasonable and he explains his estimates well with no surprises. He will also be working on replacing our sliding door looking forward to his results. You can not go wrong with using Cory who is Hakuna Matata"

Daniel S on August 2025

We are a small local business, with industry experience since 2013. We are licensed and insured. We provide residential work such as: Hard surface install (vinyl, wood, tile), Hardwood floor refinishing, Door Installs, Trim Installs, and more!

"Cory was the best. He was very knowledgeable in all matters of flooring. He was able to come up with the best solution for our stairs that needed complete. Rework and made them beautiful. His pricing is reasonable and he explains his estimates well with no surprises. He will also be working on replacing our sliding door looking forward to his results. You can not go wrong with using Cory who is Hakuna Matata"

Daniel S on August 2025


CP Remodel

5.00(
15
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Approved Pro

CP Remodel

5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
170 local quotes requested

I have 40 years of experience as a carpenter and am well rounded. I’m a very dependable quality craftsman, I pay attention to detail.

"Excellent,Great job very courtesy,professional. Differently hire again."

Deborah C on February 2025

I have 40 years of experience as a carpenter and am well rounded. I’m a very dependable quality craftsman, I pay attention to detail.

"Excellent,Great job very courtesy,professional. Differently hire again."

Deborah C on February 2025


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Mr. Sandless Eastern CT

127 Goodrich Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

Mr. Sandless Eastern CT

127 Goodrich Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
188 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Mr. Sandless isn't just a solution for your floors, we refinish ALL wood! Cabinets, Tables, Doors, Benches, Stairs, Hand Rails, Dressers, Quarter Round and More! We also offer Mr Sandless: Outdoor Refinishing, Dustless Refinishing, Tile Refinishing, Carpet Removal, Furniture Move and Replace, New Flooring Replacement, and Carpentry.

"He never set me an estimate on my living room floor and he wasn't quite interested in doing my kitchen. So I do not know if I will hire him. Because of those reasons."

Mark L on May 2025

Mr. Sandless isn't just a solution for your floors, we refinish ALL wood! Cabinets, Tables, Doors, Benches, Stairs, Hand Rails, Dressers, Quarter Round and More! We also offer Mr Sandless: Outdoor Refinishing, Dustless Refinishing, Tile Refinishing, Carpet Removal, Furniture Move and Replace, New Flooring Replacement, and Carpentry.

"He never set me an estimate on my living room floor and he wasn't quite interested in doing my kitchen. So I do not know if I will hire him. Because of those reasons."

Mark L on May 2025


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Lord Wood LLC

5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro

Lord Wood LLC

5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
472 local quotes requested

Thank you for considering Lord Wood, LLC for your needs. Our team is dedicated to providing top-notch quality work and ensuring our customers are delighted. We prioritize attention to detail and strive to exceed expectations. If you want to learn more about how we can assist you, please don't hesitate to call us today! Find us and our social media channels at www.lordwood.net

"Absolutely OUTSTANDING! I would highly recommend Humberto. Professional, trustworthy, organized, reasonable rates and did an amazing cleanup after replacing my floors. I had him return to my home to completed other tasks, including chaging ceiling light with fan, multiple curtain rods and hanging up frames. All task completed as requested. I felt like he took care of my home like he would take care of his own."

Angela C on May 2024

Thank you for considering Lord Wood, LLC for your needs. Our team is dedicated to providing top-notch quality work and ensuring our customers are delighted. We prioritize attention to detail and strive to exceed expectations. If you want to learn more about how we can assist you, please don't hesitate to call us today! Find us and our social media channels at www.lordwood.net

"Absolutely OUTSTANDING! I would highly recommend Humberto. Professional, trustworthy, organized, reasonable rates and did an amazing cleanup after replacing my floors. I had him return to my home to completed other tasks, including chaging ceiling light with fan, multiple curtain rods and hanging up frames. All task completed as requested. I felt like he took care of my home like he would take care of his own."

Angela C on May 2024


Thompson Clean

Norwich Area
5.00(
5
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Thompson Clean

Norwich Area
5.00(
5
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Thank you for your interest in Thompson Clean. We are a residential and commercial cleaning company actively booking for recurring customers to add to our growing family of clients. We will work with you directly from estimate to completion and are open to working with the products that best fit your home. We offer incentives for signed referrals to friends & family or multiple visit bookings. Please look at our list of services offered and speak with us directly about your home needs! I appreciate you finding us here on Angi and we look forward to assist your home!

"We had a BIG cleaning project for Dave. When I returned 4 hours later, I was speechless and all I could say was “WOW” as I checked out each room! He’s a very polite young man and a very hard worker with great attention to detail."

Jill J on February 2025

Thank you for your interest in Thompson Clean. We are a residential and commercial cleaning company actively booking for recurring customers to add to our growing family of clients. We will work with you directly from estimate to completion and are open to working with the products that best fit your home. We offer incentives for signed referrals to friends & family or multiple visit bookings. Please look at our list of services offered and speak with us directly about your home needs! I appreciate you finding us here on Angi and we look forward to assist your home!

"We had a BIG cleaning project for Dave. When I returned 4 hours later, I was speechless and all I could say was “WOW” as I checked out each room! He’s a very polite young man and a very hard worker with great attention to detail."

Jill J on February 2025

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FAQs for wood flooring refinish projects in Essex, CT

Rental sanders can address moderate surface damage, but their effectiveness depends on scratch depth and overall floor condition. Drum sanders offer the most aggressive removal capability for deeper imperfections. However, if the damage extends into the wood structure or affects large portions of the floor, board replacement by an expert might be necessary before sanding. Consult a flooring professional for help.

Always thoroughly review the manufacturer's operating instructions before starting. Wear appropriate safety gear, including goggles to protect your eyes and a respirator to prevent inhalation of dust. Inspect electrical components before each use to prevent shock hazards. Keep children and pets away from the work area, and maintain a clean space by frequently vacuuming dust accumulation to prevent slipping and to ensure you can see well.

Sandpaper requirements depend on floor size, condition, and the sanding approach. Plan to use multiple grit levels (coarse, medium, and fine) with at least one to two sheets per 100 square feet for each grit. Floors with significant damage or multiple finish layers will require more coarse-grit sheets. Purchase extra supplies before beginning because running out mid-project can cause visible inconsistencies in the final result.

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