New flooring transforms every room instantly. We install hardwood, LVP, ceramic and porcelain tile, and carpet throughout Chicago homes — with proper subfloor preparation, transitions, and finishing that make the difference between good and exceptional.
Flooring is the surface you touch every single day. At Lee & Sam, we approach every flooring project with the same precision we bring to full-scale renovations — proper subfloor prep, acclimation, layout planning, and meticulous installation that lasts.
Our team brings 25+ years of installation expertise across all flooring types. We handle everything from a single room to whole-home flooring replacements — coordinating with any other trades working on your project.
Serving Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Wicker Park, Logan Square, Oak Park, and all of Chicagoland.
Solid and engineered hardwood installation including nail-down, glue-down, and floating methods. We source and install or work with your selected material.
Waterproof luxury vinyl plank installation — ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements. Floating and glue-down methods available depending on subfloor conditions.
Floor tile installation in kitchens, bathrooms, mudrooms, and throughout the home — including large-format tile, pattern layouts, and heated floor system integration.
Bedroom and living area carpet installation with proper pad selection, power stretching, and seamless transitions to adjacent flooring types.
Restore existing hardwood floors to like-new condition — sanding, staining to your preferred color, and finish coating with low-VOC products.
Every installation starts with a flat, dry, structurally sound subfloor. We level, patch, and repair subfloors before any material goes down — because the subfloor determines the finished result.
We measure every room accurately and help you select the right material for your space, lifestyle, and budget — accounting for traffic patterns, moisture exposure, and existing decor.
We inspect and prepare your subfloor before installation — leveling, patching, and moisture testing as needed. Good subfloor prep is what separates lasting floors from ones that squeak, buckle, or gap.
Material is acclimated to your home's environment, then installed with precision — proper layout, tight seams, clean transitions, and correct expansion gaps throughout.
We clean up completely, install all transition strips and thresholds, and walk through every room with you to confirm the result meets your expectations.
Have more questions? We're happy to assess your floors and walk through your options.
Call Us NowLVP (luxury vinyl plank) is ideal for areas with moisture exposure like kitchens and basements. Engineered hardwood is better for main living areas. Solid hardwood works best in bedrooms and areas away from moisture. We help you choose based on your specific rooms and lifestyle.
A single room typically takes 1–2 days. Whole-home flooring replacements take 3–7 days depending on square footage, material type, and subfloor conditions.
Yes — furniture moving is included in our flooring projects. We move items out of the installation area and return them when the floor is ready.
Sometimes yes, depending on the existing material and the height implications. We assess your existing floor before making a recommendation — installing over certain materials can void warranties or create transition height problems.
Hardwood installation typically runs $8–$15 per square foot installed. LVP runs $5–$10 per square foot. Tile runs $10–$20 per square foot depending on tile size and layout complexity. We provide detailed estimates before any work begins.
Have more questions? We're happy to talk through your project in detail.
Call Us NowMost kitchen remodels take 4–8 weeks from demo to final walkthrough, depending on scope, custom cabinetry lead times, and permitting timelines.
Yes — most clients stay in their homes. We set up a temporary kitchen area, maintain a clean job site daily, and schedule noisy work during reasonable hours.
Yes. We handle all City of Chicago permitting, inspections, and coordination. You never have to deal with the city directly.
Kitchen remodels in Chicago typically range from $25,000 for a basic refresh to $100,000+ for a full gut rehab with high-end finishes. We provide detailed estimates so you know exactly what you're getting.
Yes — we work with Hearth financing to offer clients flexible payment options. Ask us about pre-qualification during your consultation.
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