Flooring · Hamilton
Flooring installation that starts with a flat subfloor
Hardwood, luxury vinyl plank, laminate and tile, installed with the prep work that decides whether a floor stays quiet and tight for years.
Most flooring problems start underneath
Squeaks, gaps, cracked tile and planks that peak at the seams usually trace back to the subfloor — a dip, a loose panel, moisture in a slab — or to skipping acclimation and expansion gaps. We check flatness and moisture first and correct them before anything goes down.
Then it is the details people notice: layout that avoids slivers at doorways, clean transitions between rooms, and baseboard and quarter-round finished tight.
Comparing flooring materials
A quick guide to how the common options behave. The right answer depends on the room, the subfloor and how you live.
| Material | Water tolerance | Feel underfoot | Best rooms | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood | Low | Warm, solid, natural | Living, dining, bedrooms | Can be refinished. Not for bathrooms or damp basements. |
| Engineered hardwood | Low–moderate | Like hardwood | Main floors, some basements | Real wood top layer on a stable core; handles seasonal change better. |
| Luxury vinyl plank | High | Softer, quieter | Basements, kitchens, whole-home | Water-resistant and forgiving. Quality varies a lot by product. |
| Laminate | Moderate | Firm | Bedrooms, living areas | Durable surface, good value. Standing water is its weak point. |
| Porcelain tile | Very high | Hard, cool unless heated | Bathrooms, entries, kitchens, basements | Nearly indestructible; pairs well with in-floor heat. |
Flooring — photos from our projects
Before you choose
- Where it goes
- Below grade, in a kitchen or bathroom, or over in-floor heat — each narrows the choice.
- Room-to-room flow
- Running one floor through the main level makes it feel larger; transitions need planning at stairs and doorways.
- Stairs
- Stair treads and nosings need to match or complement the floor. Decide early.
- Baseboards
- Removing and reinstalling baseboard gives a cleaner finish than adding quarter-round over it.
How it works
How the work unfolds
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Consultation
We talk through what you want, look at the space and ask the questions that shape the plan.
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Plan and estimate
You get a written estimate with the scope, what is included, allowances and a realistic schedule.
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Renovation
Protected floors, a tidy site and regular updates while the work happens in the right order.
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Final walkthrough
We walk the finished space with you, fix anything on the list and leave it clean.
Reviews
What clients say
It was a pleasure working with Johnny! Johnny and his team did a complete renovation of my bathroom. They did a fantastic job and and I am extremely pleased with the results. Johnny is very knowledgeable and helpful when it came to explaining all of the different options available. Johnny communicated throughout the renovation. I would highly recommend Shabo Construction! I am looking forward to working with Johnny again in the future.
I had my kitchen, powder room, and upstairs bathroom done. The work is absolutely beautiful! The team communicated with me throughout the entire process and provided regular updates about everything. I had trouble picking colours that would look nice in the space, and Johnny helped me pick some that would match the style I wanted. The rooms that they worked on were in rough shape, but now look nice and modern. The entire crew was very nice to work with, and I will definitely use their services again in the future!
We had an incredible time working with Johnny. He was so responsive and communicative throughout the whole process. Absolutely the most polite, friendly accommodating guy to work with. And, his workmanship and attention to detail was top notch. Excellent work, no corners cut. My bathroom is incredible, and everything I could have hoped for. 10 out of 10, will use again!!
Questions
Flooring Installation: common questions
Still have a question? Ask us directly
Do you remove the old flooring?
Yes. Removal and disposal are included when we quote it, along with the subfloor prep the new floor needs.
Do I need to buy the flooring myself?
Either works. We can supply it, or install material you have bought — we will check quantity, underlay and transitions before install day.
How long does installation take?
Most rooms take a day or two once prep is complete. Whole floors take longer. We will give you a schedule including any acclimation time the product needs.
Where we work
Based in Hamilton. Working across the city.
Most of our work is in Hamilton and the communities around it. Not sure if we cover your street? Ask — it takes ten seconds.
Service areas- Hamilton Home base
Free estimate
Need new floors?
Tell us the rooms, rough square footage and what is there now. We will recommend options that suit the space.
Estimate request for: Flooring Installation
Thank you — your request is in.
Thanks — your request is in. Johnny or someone from the team will reply within one business day, usually sooner.