Family owned and run hardwood flooring business proudly serving the Chicagoland area. We are the best choice in value and customer satisfaction. Our services are exceptional and our professionals are always prompt, friendly and treat your home with respect and care. When looking for hardwood floor refinishing or new installation, look no further.
"Great experience! The crew refinished the oak floors and repainted multiple rooms. Owner is responsive and helpful. Definitely recommend!"
Karen S on March 2025
Family owned and run hardwood flooring business proudly serving the Chicagoland area. We are the best choice in value and customer satisfaction. Our services are exceptional and our professionals are always prompt, friendly and treat your home with respect and care. When looking for hardwood floor refinishing or new installation, look no further.
"Great experience! The crew refinished the oak floors and repainted multiple rooms. Owner is responsive and helpful. Definitely recommend!"
Karen S on March 2025
Earned Angie's Super Service Award for consecutive years from 2016-2024! Christopher is N.W.F.A. (National Wood Flooring Association) trained and an artisan by nature. We offer intricate inlays, borders, distressed, wide plank and character floors for our hardwood customers. We also install pre-finished solid, engineered, and laminate flooring. We provide custom stain colors with onsite color consultations and we use state of the art waterborne, oil modified, wax, and hard wax oil finishing systems. Our company is EPA certified. We are proudly family owned and operated, established in 2003. Our solid team of installers have over 100 years combined experience. We are a full service hardwood flooring installation, custom finishing company, and also offer carpeting sales and installation. Call us today for all your flooring needs!
"I cannot say enough great things about Chris and the A Step Ahead Flooring team! From start to finish, the communication was outstanding. Chris kept me updated every step of the way and made the entire process seamless. Not only did they finish the project a full day ahead of schedule, but they went above and beyond to deliver exceptional service. The floors look absolutely stunning—better than I could have imagined. It’s clear that Chris and his team take immense pride in their work, and it shows in the incredible results. One detail that really stood out was how thoughtful Chris was when it snowed during the project, he shoveled some of my driveway! This level of care and consideration is rare to find. If you’re looking for a flooring team that delivers top-notch quality, unparalleled professionalism, and a personal touch, look no further than A Step Ahead Flooring. I highly recommend them!"
Anna P on January 2025
Earned Angie's Super Service Award for consecutive years from 2016-2024! Christopher is N.W.F.A. (National Wood Flooring Association) trained and an artisan by nature. We offer intricate inlays, borders, distressed, wide plank and character floors for our hardwood customers. We also install pre-finished solid, engineered, and laminate flooring. We provide custom stain colors with onsite color consultations and we use state of the art waterborne, oil modified, wax, and hard wax oil finishing systems. Our company is EPA certified. We are proudly family owned and operated, established in 2003. Our solid team of installers have over 100 years combined experience. We are a full service hardwood flooring installation, custom finishing company, and also offer carpeting sales and installation. Call us today for all your flooring needs!
"I cannot say enough great things about Chris and the A Step Ahead Flooring team! From start to finish, the communication was outstanding. Chris kept me updated every step of the way and made the entire process seamless. Not only did they finish the project a full day ahead of schedule, but they went above and beyond to deliver exceptional service. The floors look absolutely stunning—better than I could have imagined. It’s clear that Chris and his team take immense pride in their work, and it shows in the incredible results. One detail that really stood out was how thoughtful Chris was when it snowed during the project, he shoveled some of my driveway! This level of care and consideration is rare to find. If you’re looking for a flooring team that delivers top-notch quality, unparalleled professionalism, and a personal touch, look no further than A Step Ahead Flooring. I highly recommend them!"
Anna P on January 2025
Carpet business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"The carpenters did an exceptional job, completing the installation in a timely manner and with perfect execution. Although I wasn't present during the installation, the carpet looks and feels professionally done. I initially needed a carpet due to noise complaints from my neighbor and was hesitant about adding one. After discussing it with my neighbor, I decided to proceed. The carpet they installed looks and feels amazing! I just wanted a quick solution to reduce noise, so I gave them the measurements and left the rest to them. They exceeded my expectations and truly nailed it! From start to finish, the experience was seamless and enjoyable. I am absolutely thrilled with the outcome. They transformed my space into a cozy, inviting haven, and I couldn't be happier. I love the carpet 100% and definitely recommend these guys! Their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to quality are truly top-notch."
Jason M on July 2024
Carpet business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"The carpenters did an exceptional job, completing the installation in a timely manner and with perfect execution. Although I wasn't present during the installation, the carpet looks and feels professionally done. I initially needed a carpet due to noise complaints from my neighbor and was hesitant about adding one. After discussing it with my neighbor, I decided to proceed. The carpet they installed looks and feels amazing! I just wanted a quick solution to reduce noise, so I gave them the measurements and left the rest to them. They exceeded my expectations and truly nailed it! From start to finish, the experience was seamless and enjoyable. I am absolutely thrilled with the outcome. They transformed my space into a cozy, inviting haven, and I couldn't be happier. I love the carpet 100% and definitely recommend these guys! Their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to quality are truly top-notch."
Jason M on July 2024
We are a professional flooring installation, refinishing, and repairs, Company with top quality workmanship With over 20 years experience Serving all city and suburbs
"I can’t rave more about the floors. They look fantastic, and the work was done ahead of schedule. I look forward to working with ASAP again when we’re ready to tackle the second floor as stairs."
Peter and Lisa W on December 2024
We are a professional flooring installation, refinishing, and repairs, Company with top quality workmanship With over 20 years experience Serving all city and suburbs
"I can’t rave more about the floors. They look fantastic, and the work was done ahead of schedule. I look forward to working with ASAP again when we’re ready to tackle the second floor as stairs."
Peter and Lisa W on December 2024
Modern Quality Flooring is Chicago's resource for affordable high quality flooring and installation. Honesty and hard work are our key differentiators from the competition because we understand that this is not only your house – it is your home. We will take all necessary steps to assure quick and quality work while working until YOU are satisfied with our service. We try to give our customers the best prices we can by negotiating with suppliers and purchasing roll specials so we stock better quality materials for a good price. We have a large selection of hardwood floor and stain colors available. No one has to wait for the flooring order to be delivered. Once the customer decides, we can deliver the next day.
"Danny and his crew were excellent. Danny impressed us during our first walkthrough, discussing our needs and desires. His communication was thorough and his work was impeccable. They moved large furniture out and are returning to put it back, which is very helpful to us. The floors are absolutely gorgeous, down to the details on the stairs and landing. Their cleanup was also very thorough. We’ve already recommended them to our neighbors!"
Donna S on April 2025
Modern Quality Flooring is Chicago's resource for affordable high quality flooring and installation. Honesty and hard work are our key differentiators from the competition because we understand that this is not only your house – it is your home. We will take all necessary steps to assure quick and quality work while working until YOU are satisfied with our service. We try to give our customers the best prices we can by negotiating with suppliers and purchasing roll specials so we stock better quality materials for a good price. We have a large selection of hardwood floor and stain colors available. No one has to wait for the flooring order to be delivered. Once the customer decides, we can deliver the next day.
"Danny and his crew were excellent. Danny impressed us during our first walkthrough, discussing our needs and desires. His communication was thorough and his work was impeccable. They moved large furniture out and are returning to put it back, which is very helpful to us. The floors are absolutely gorgeous, down to the details on the stairs and landing. Their cleanup was also very thorough. We’ve already recommended them to our neighbors!"
Donna S on April 2025
Jerry's Dust free flooring is the best hardwood flooring refinishing company on Angie We provide dust free guaranteed refinishing process Jerry Dust Free Flooring is family owned and operated company with great reputation craftsmanship and flooring specialist in the trade We have over 20 years of experience at dust free hardwood floors refinishing
"Jerry and his brother did an amazing job on transforming our very outdated floors to a beautiful living space! He was professional, timely and reasonably priced. He was responsive to all of our questions and concerns and made the process easy. The whole process was truly dust free and we were amazing at how beautiful our floors turned out!"
Sarah L on April 2025
Jerry's Dust free flooring is the best hardwood flooring refinishing company on Angie We provide dust free guaranteed refinishing process Jerry Dust Free Flooring is family owned and operated company with great reputation craftsmanship and flooring specialist in the trade We have over 20 years of experience at dust free hardwood floors refinishing
"Jerry and his brother did an amazing job on transforming our very outdated floors to a beautiful living space! He was professional, timely and reasonably priced. He was responsive to all of our questions and concerns and made the process easy. The whole process was truly dust free and we were amazing at how beautiful our floors turned out!"
Sarah L on April 2025
GB Hardwood Flooring is a family-owned business run by two brothers that have been working in the flooring industry together for over 15 years. Located in Morton Grove, IL, it is our pleasure to serve the greater Chicago area with all of your hardwood floor needs.
"GB flooring and owner George were outstanding! George was professional and easy to deal with from start to finish. Explained things throughout the process. Would hire George’s and GB again. I already started recommending his services to my neighbor and friends."
Joe M on April 2025
GB Hardwood Flooring is a family-owned business run by two brothers that have been working in the flooring industry together for over 15 years. Located in Morton Grove, IL, it is our pleasure to serve the greater Chicago area with all of your hardwood floor needs.
"GB flooring and owner George were outstanding! George was professional and easy to deal with from start to finish. Explained things throughout the process. Would hire George’s and GB again. I already started recommending his services to my neighbor and friends."
Joe M on April 2025
Our carpet store has served Chicago, Evanston and the surrounding suburbs for more than 40 years. We offer a full mobile service to your home. Because we are the distributor and the installer, we are able to provide high quality flooring at the best prices.
"I am so pleased with the help that we received from American Carpet Distributors! We had a burst pipe in our basement that got our carpet and padding wet. We had to throw out the padding but managed to save the carpet. Larry responded so quickly and was so easy to work with. He stopped by the house the same day I called him and took measurements to replace the carpet padding. A couple days later he sent out a very friendly and hardworking crew to replace the padding and lay our old carpet on top. It looks and feels brand new. I am so pleased that he was so promp to help. I feel like he was so fair in his pricing and that he wasn't pushy to sell me things I didn't need. The other carpet companies I called would only do the job if I bought new carpet (which I didn't need) or had a high minimum job payment. Larry saw that we really needed our basement back to working order and quickly helped us get that back. I am very satisfied and grateful!"
molly s on January 2024
Our carpet store has served Chicago, Evanston and the surrounding suburbs for more than 40 years. We offer a full mobile service to your home. Because we are the distributor and the installer, we are able to provide high quality flooring at the best prices.
"I am so pleased with the help that we received from American Carpet Distributors! We had a burst pipe in our basement that got our carpet and padding wet. We had to throw out the padding but managed to save the carpet. Larry responded so quickly and was so easy to work with. He stopped by the house the same day I called him and took measurements to replace the carpet padding. A couple days later he sent out a very friendly and hardworking crew to replace the padding and lay our old carpet on top. It looks and feels brand new. I am so pleased that he was so promp to help. I feel like he was so fair in his pricing and that he wasn't pushy to sell me things I didn't need. The other carpet companies I called would only do the job if I bought new carpet (which I didn't need) or had a high minimum job payment. Larry saw that we really needed our basement back to working order and quickly helped us get that back. I am very satisfied and grateful!"
molly s on January 2024
Rustic Flooring Inc. is a well established company with many years experience in Chicago's North shore areas. Our clients are perpetually impressed with the quality of our work and remain loyal for years to come.Join our ever-expanding list of satisfied customers. You can rely on the craftsmanship at Rustic Flooring to bring you top notch hardwood floor installation, immaculate refinishing for your wood floors and staircases along with your satisfaction guaranteed. We offer free hardwood installation quotes at the drop of a hat! Rustic Flooring guarantees -the utmost quality -the world's finest hands -top notch advise and service from ultimate professionals Rustic Flooring has expanded aggressively during the past 20 years as our reputation for quality, workmanship and competitive prices has reached new heights. Our strong working relationship with many of Chicago's best general contractors and dedication to our customers and craft, places Rustic Flooring at the top of the list for many residential and medium-sized commercial projects. Rustic flooring is constantly researching new products and techniques to ensure the highest quality finish which technology affords to our craft. The uniqueness of our floors can become a backdrop to an already beautiful design or a foundation from which your dream home originates.
"Excellent Floor Installation & Staining Marcel and his Team did an excellent job installing and staining my floors! I recently purchased a condo and the floors were very creaky and not the color I wanted. After contacting Marcel, he quickly came to my place to give a quote. Marcel and team quickly got to work and provided me with regular and clear updates. My floors were fully replaced and stained within a week. The Team had to put in extra work as there were electrical conduits under most of my floors The floors now do not squeak at all and the stain looks great! I would definitely recommend Marcel to my family and friends and would hire again. Thank you, Marcel & Team!"
Michael M on November 2022
Rustic Flooring Inc. is a well established company with many years experience in Chicago's North shore areas. Our clients are perpetually impressed with the quality of our work and remain loyal for years to come.Join our ever-expanding list of satisfied customers. You can rely on the craftsmanship at Rustic Flooring to bring you top notch hardwood floor installation, immaculate refinishing for your wood floors and staircases along with your satisfaction guaranteed. We offer free hardwood installation quotes at the drop of a hat! Rustic Flooring guarantees -the utmost quality -the world's finest hands -top notch advise and service from ultimate professionals Rustic Flooring has expanded aggressively during the past 20 years as our reputation for quality, workmanship and competitive prices has reached new heights. Our strong working relationship with many of Chicago's best general contractors and dedication to our customers and craft, places Rustic Flooring at the top of the list for many residential and medium-sized commercial projects. Rustic flooring is constantly researching new products and techniques to ensure the highest quality finish which technology affords to our craft. The uniqueness of our floors can become a backdrop to an already beautiful design or a foundation from which your dream home originates.
"Excellent Floor Installation & Staining Marcel and his Team did an excellent job installing and staining my floors! I recently purchased a condo and the floors were very creaky and not the color I wanted. After contacting Marcel, he quickly came to my place to give a quote. Marcel and team quickly got to work and provided me with regular and clear updates. My floors were fully replaced and stained within a week. The Team had to put in extra work as there were electrical conduits under most of my floors The floors now do not squeak at all and the stain looks great! I would definitely recommend Marcel to my family and friends and would hire again. Thank you, Marcel & Team!"
Michael M on November 2022
Hi! I am Muhammad, I work in the field of ceramics, bathroom showers, and paint I am very good at my job and I excel at it because I love this work and this work makes me happy!
"Moh did an awesome job! I'm looking forward to more services in the future..🌟👍"
Helena B on April 2025
Hi! I am Muhammad, I work in the field of ceramics, bathroom showers, and paint I am very good at my job and I excel at it because I love this work and this work makes me happy!
"Moh did an awesome job! I'm looking forward to more services in the future..🌟👍"
Helena B on April 2025
Carpet padding is essential for extending your carpet’s lifespan. It acts as a protective barrier between your carpet and the subfloor, reducing friction and preventing premature wear. It also enhances underfoot comfort by absorbing impact and noise while protecting floorboards from damage. If you’re installing new carpets, investing in a quality pad improves comfort, durability, and performance.
How much carpet padding you need depends on the size of the room you're carpeting. Measure the length and width of the room and multiply those figures to get the square footage. Then, use the square footage to determine how much carpet pad you need to cover the room. It's a good idea to budget for 10% more overage than your calculations in case of mishaps during the installation.
The lifespan of carpet padding depends on the material used and the level of foot traffic it endures. Flat rubber padding can last for up to 20 years, while prime foam often needs to be replaced in less than five years. Worn padding affects your carpet’s comfort and support, so regular inspections help determine when it’s time for an upgrade.
You should replace your carpet padding when it no longer provides adequate support. Signs that it's time for a replacement include loss of springiness, visible lumps or dips, and a crinkly sound underfoot. Replacing the padding promptly preserves both comfort and the appearance of your carpet, helping to extend its lifespan and prevent premature wear.