Can I rent a floor sander for hardwood floors with deep scratches or water damage?

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.

What safety precautions should I take when using a rental floor sander?

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.

How much sandpaper will I need for my floor sanding project?

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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Professional Floors, Inc.

4510 N Springfield Ave

Professional Floors, Inc.

4510 N Springfield Ave

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

30 years of experience

Professional Floors, Inc., has been in business successfully for well over 20 years right here in Chicago. We bring experience and quality to each and every project that we handle. Call us today!

"I cannot recommend Adrian highly enough! From the moment we connected, he was an absolute pleasure to work with. Communication was seamless, he's incredibly easy to talk to, responsive, and always clear about next steps. Adrian is the kind of professional you hope to find: respectful, reliable, and truly dedicated to his craft. He put in long hours to get the job done, and the results speak for themselves, our floors look stunning. His attention to detail and quality of work far exceeded our expectations. On top of that, his quote was beyond reasonable for the level of service and craftsmanship he delivered. If you're looking for someone who is honest, hardworking, and genuinely cares about doing the job right, Adrian is your guy. A true gem. We're so grateful to have found him!"

Gemma P on July 2025

Professional Floors, Inc., has been in business successfully for well over 20 years right here in Chicago. We bring experience and quality to each and every project that we handle. Call us today!

"I cannot recommend Adrian highly enough! From the moment we connected, he was an absolute pleasure to work with. Communication was seamless, he's incredibly easy to talk to, responsive, and always clear about next steps. Adrian is the kind of professional you hope to find: respectful, reliable, and truly dedicated to his craft. He put in long hours to get the job done, and the results speak for themselves, our floors look stunning. His attention to detail and quality of work far exceeded our expectations. On top of that, his quote was beyond reasonable for the level of service and craftsmanship he delivered. If you're looking for someone who is honest, hardworking, and genuinely cares about doing the job right, Adrian is your guy. A true gem. We're so grateful to have found him!"

Gemma P on July 2025

Navarrete Electric

3931 West Irving Park Road

Navarrete Electric

3931 West Irving Park Road

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

39 years of experience

We have over 30 years of experience in the business. Here at Navarrete Electric, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Team Navarrete was the best!"

James W on January 2022

We have over 30 years of experience in the business. Here at Navarrete Electric, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Team Navarrete was the best!"

James W on January 2022

Footprints Floors Naperville-Fox Valley

Footprints Floors Naperville-Fox Valley

43 local quotes requested

17 years of experience

Hello! We are Footprints Floors and we've been serving customers since 2008. At Footprints Floors we know that great impressions start with great floors that Welcome you Home! We offer flooring installation and refinishing services in Lombard, Glen Ellyn, Naperville, Aurora, Wheaton and other surrounding areas to help you get the perfect look for every room in your home. Because floors are all that we do... we do them best! With no showrooms to maintain or products to sell, we can focus on you and provide you with the best craftsmanship for your home. Our master craftsmen expertly install your floors, baseboards, backsplashes, and tile details for a stunning look that lasts.

Renew Floors Today

Renew Floors Today

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

15 years of experience

Renew Floors Today is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with 10 years of experience serving St Charles, IL and surrounding areas. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"We had a terrific experience! Rick and Janine were very good at explaining cost, time frame and did exactly what they said they would do in our exact time frame. We had them match our existing Brazilian cherry floors after we removed the carpet. It looks like itâ s been here all along, absolutely seamless transition. Big praises, add to that, they couldnâ t have been more professional and really care about their customer. Yep, Iâ d use them again in a heartbeat. Weâ ve already given their name to a few neighbors. Itâ s good to see a local company who cares and gives and honest price up front. ~Thanks Rick and Janine!"

Deb O on February 2023

Renew Floors Today is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with 10 years of experience serving St Charles, IL and surrounding areas. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"We had a terrific experience! Rick and Janine were very good at explaining cost, time frame and did exactly what they said they would do in our exact time frame. We had them match our existing Brazilian cherry floors after we removed the carpet. It looks like itâ s been here all along, absolutely seamless transition. Big praises, add to that, they couldnâ t have been more professional and really care about their customer. Yep, Iâ d use them again in a heartbeat. Weâ ve already given their name to a few neighbors. Itâ s good to see a local company who cares and gives and honest price up front. ~Thanks Rick and Janine!"

Deb O on February 2023

Rhodium Contractors

Rhodium Contractors

Customers say: Quality work

11 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024

American Carpet Distributors

2041-59 W Race St

4.92(

64

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•Approved Pro

American Carpet Distributors

2041-59 W Race St

4.92(

64

)

•Approved Pro

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

90 local quotes requested

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. We focus in new carpet and pad sales and installation, we do not offer carpet repair or restretching service. 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. We focus in new carpet and pad sales and installation, we do not offer carpet repair or restretching service. 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

Floorscape Design

Based In

5.00(

7

)

•Approved Pro

Floorscape Design

Based In

5.00(

7

)

•Approved Pro

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

165 local quotes requested

Here at Floorscape Design we specialize in hardwood floor installation and hardwood floor refinishing (resanding). We are a family own business and offer nothing but the best.

"I was very impressed with The professionalism. When they came in, they made sure to cover all furniture and did a great job cleaning up. My floors turned out beautiful better than I expected. I love the fact that they are not your typical salesman. Products they use are natural so no bad orders in my house. I would highly recommend this company."

Christina R on February 2024

Here at Floorscape Design we specialize in hardwood floor installation and hardwood floor refinishing (resanding). We are a family own business and offer nothing but the best.

"I was very impressed with The professionalism. When they came in, they made sure to cover all furniture and did a great job cleaning up. My floors turned out beautiful better than I expected. I love the fact that they are not your typical salesman. Products they use are natural so no bad orders in my house. I would highly recommend this company."

Christina R on February 2024

Rustic Flooring Inc

464 Central Ave

4.98(

45

)

•Approved Pro

Rustic Flooring Inc

464 Central Ave

4.98(

45

)

•Approved Pro

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

307 local quotes requested

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.

"We recently had Rustic Flooring replace our plywood subfloor and install luxury vinyl flooring, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. From the very first consultation, Marcel stood out—he was extremely informative, patient, and took the time to go over all our options in detail. His knowledge and honesty made it clear he was the right choice. Marcel and his crew did a fantastic job with both the installation and helping us decide on the best flooring for our needs. The workmanship is excellent, the price was very fair, and the whole process was smooth and professional. We’re thrilled with how everything turned out and highly recommend Rustic Flooring to anyone looking for quality work at a fair price."

max M on September 2025

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.

"We recently had Rustic Flooring replace our plywood subfloor and install luxury vinyl flooring, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. From the very first consultation, Marcel stood out—he was extremely informative, patient, and took the time to go over all our options in detail. His knowledge and honesty made it clear he was the right choice. Marcel and his crew did a fantastic job with both the installation and helping us decide on the best flooring for our needs. The workmanship is excellent, the price was very fair, and the whole process was smooth and professional. We’re thrilled with how everything turned out and highly recommend Rustic Flooring to anyone looking for quality work at a fair price."

max M on September 2025

DeSitter Flooring

444 Roosevelt Rd

4.57(

148

)

•Approved Pro

DeSitter Flooring

444 Roosevelt Rd

4.57(

148

)

•Approved Pro

Customers say: Super punctual

271 local quotes requested

105 years of experience

DeSitter Flooring is a true award winning, third generation / family owned, full service flooring company serving the Chicagoland area for over 100 years. DeSitter strives to bring a 5-Star experience with every project that includes free professional consultations / estimates that include both the finest materials and installation services for homeowners, contractors and commercial spaces. DeSitter use their own vetted-certified installation crews managed by our field supervisors to help ensure your project is completed smoothly and on time to your utmost satisfaction. We provide a Lifetime Installation Guarantee for Carpet and a 2 Year Installation Warranty on any Hard Surface Flooring. DeSitter has two beautiful, newly remodeled showrooms with a wide array of flooring products to choose from . Showroom Locations: 1 North Kensington Ave LaGrange, IL and 444 Roosevelt Rd Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. In addition, DeSitter also provides a 630-517-2697 1 Timber Ct Bolingbrook IL 60440 630-771-1420. DeSitter is one of the few flooring companies in Chicago that has successfully operated for over 100+ years since 1920. This truly award winning, third generation -family owned flooring company provides the finest quality flooring material and installation service for both residential homeowners and commercial businesses throughout Chicagoland. Today, Louis' vision is carried on by his two grandsons and third generation co-owners, Tom Cunningham and Steve DeSitter. Cost is determined by the job. Financing available. DeSitter provides a wider variety of top quality carpet, hardwood (unfinished & prefinished), luxury vinyl, and custom area rugs / stair runners. We also offer hardwood refinishing service.

"Home Repair Fraud. Theft by deception. We got a new floor and the installer said his brother was the field estimator and was authorized to remove the "Kitchen Cabinets"? We never wanted cabinets from a flooring company, But they targeted the owner because she is 91 years old and took them. Months later we got them back from the ex-con and hoodlum they sent to rob the owner totally destroyed and had to pay another $1300 to get them back. We feared for our safety because they wanted to know if the house was for sale and what types of cars we were driving. They prey upon the elderly. Do not use this company unless you have a criminal attorney on retainer. Stay away from DeSitter at all costs."

Phyllis N on May 2025

DeSitter Flooring is a true award winning, third generation / family owned, full service flooring company serving the Chicagoland area for over 100 years. DeSitter strives to bring a 5-Star experience with every project that includes free professional consultations / estimates that include both the finest materials and installation services for homeowners, contractors and commercial spaces. DeSitter use their own vetted-certified installation crews managed by our field supervisors to help ensure your project is completed smoothly and on time to your utmost satisfaction. We provide a Lifetime Installation Guarantee for Carpet and a 2 Year Installation Warranty on any Hard Surface Flooring. DeSitter has two beautiful, newly remodeled showrooms with a wide array of flooring products to choose from . Showroom Locations: 1 North Kensington Ave LaGrange, IL and 444 Roosevelt Rd Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. In addition, DeSitter also provides a 630-517-2697 1 Timber Ct Bolingbrook IL 60440 630-771-1420. DeSitter is one of the few flooring companies in Chicago that has successfully operated for over 100+ years since 1920. This truly award winning, third generation -family owned flooring company provides the finest quality flooring material and installation service for both residential homeowners and commercial businesses throughout Chicagoland. Today, Louis' vision is carried on by his two grandsons and third generation co-owners, Tom Cunningham and Steve DeSitter. Cost is determined by the job. Financing available. DeSitter provides a wider variety of top quality carpet, hardwood (unfinished & prefinished), luxury vinyl, and custom area rugs / stair runners. We also offer hardwood refinishing service.

"Home Repair Fraud. Theft by deception. We got a new floor and the installer said his brother was the field estimator and was authorized to remove the "Kitchen Cabinets"? We never wanted cabinets from a flooring company, But they targeted the owner because she is 91 years old and took them. Months later we got them back from the ex-con and hoodlum they sent to rob the owner totally destroyed and had to pay another $1300 to get them back. We feared for our safety because they wanted to know if the house was for sale and what types of cars we were driving. They prey upon the elderly. Do not use this company unless you have a criminal attorney on retainer. Stay away from DeSitter at all costs."

Phyllis N on May 2025

Jerry's Dust Free Flooring

675 Equestrian Dr

4.86(

155

)

•Approved Pro

Jerry's Dust Free Flooring

675 Equestrian Dr

4.86(

155

)

•Approved Pro

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

174 local quotes requested

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

"We found Jerry on Angi after our first hardwood guy fumbled. The floor has rough spots and brush marks everywhere. Asked Jerry to give a 2nd opinions and his theories of what went wrong matched what we knew. Ended up hiring him to redo the floor and gosh that was one of the best decisions we made. Not only did the floor turned out beautifully, but he also did it completely dust free. He did not even wear a mark as he sanded. Jerry is fantastic. Would recommend him to all of our friends."

Jian P on August 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

"We found Jerry on Angi after our first hardwood guy fumbled. The floor has rough spots and brush marks everywhere. Asked Jerry to give a 2nd opinions and his theories of what went wrong matched what we knew. Ended up hiring him to redo the floor and gosh that was one of the best decisions we made. Not only did the floor turned out beautifully, but he also did it completely dust free. He did not even wear a mark as he sanded. Jerry is fantastic. Would recommend him to all of our friends."

Jian P on August 2025

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