It’s been nearly 15 years since the trend of hardwood flooring took off in Tampa Bay and Sarasota. And, if your home is more than about ten years old, it’s likely time to refinish your hardwood flooring. Because you can rent the tools for DIY hardwood floor refinishing and buy the supplies at your neighborhood big box store, many homeowners consider the DIY route. However, before you do, you should understand the pros and cons of doing it yourself.
Cost is the Biggest Reason to Consider a DIY Project
Just like almost every DIY project, DIY hardwood floor refinishing will likely cost you less than hiring a professional.
- The cost you’ll incur includes renting the machines and purchasing the materials.
- Because refinishing even a small room takes a great deal of time, you should factor in what your time is worth before you commit to the project. You may find that you want to pay a professional flooring company in Tampa to handle the job in a shorter time frame.
- And, when it comes to time, sometimes a flooring company may not have availability during the dates you want. That may be a reason you might consider refinishing the floors yourself.
So, if you want total control over the timing and love home improvement, you may want to consider doing it yourself. But if you want to make sure you have a beautiful end result, you will want to hire professionals.
Reasons to Avoid DIY Hardwood Floor Refinishing
We think the biggest reason to trust a professional rather than attempting a DIY hardwood floor refinishing project is their experience. They know the process and have the tools and team to get the job done right in a timely manner. What may take you a few weeks to complete can often be done by a professional flooring company in Tampa in three to five days depending on the process and size of the job.
When you do the job yourself, even a small mistake, like sanding too deeply in one area, can lead to a much more expensive fix than the cost of hiring a professional from the beginning for your refinishing project. A quality professional flooring company in Tampa will offer you a warranty on their work. And, they have both workman’s compensation and liability insurance for added protection to you.
Looking for a Professional Flooring Company in Tampa? Call Seer Flooring
We offer hardwood floor and engineered wood floor refinishing in Tampa Bay and the greater Sarasota areas. Our teams are highly skilled and experienced in the refinishing process. Let us provide you with a free in-home estimate for your floor refinishing project. We also install new flooring and offer bathroom remodeling. Call us today at (727) 469-7963 or fill out our contact form for your free consultation and estimate.