Whether you favor neutral, elegant carpeting or rich Brazilian hardwood, purchasing new flooring for your home can be an investment. Because of this, the professionals of Carpets To Go in Onalaska, WI, offer a broad range of flooring options designed to suit every customer’s needs. Since flooring decisions can be overwhelming, they’ve compiled some tips to help you make a more informed decision.

If you’re thinking of installing new flooring in your home, familiarize yourself with these few facts on upfront costs and installation expenses:

• Carpet: On average, carpet is a less expensive option than hardwood or tile, beginning at around $2 per square foot and going up to around $6 per square foot for designer brands. In addition to the carpeting, you’ll also need to purchase padding for underneath, an added expense homeowners don’t always think about in advance. Carpet installation is usually quite quick, although it depends on the size of your home.
• Hardwood: Unlike carpeting, hardwood flooring can range anywhere from $2-30 per square foot, depending on the type and brand you choose. Hardwood can also be more expensive to install than other flooring options, especially if you need your wood to be sanded after installation. However, despite the upfront costs, hardwood flooring requires much less maintenance than carpet or vinyl flooring.
• Laminate: Many homeowners find laminate flooring to be a desirable alternative to hardwood. Again, most prices start as low as $2 per square foot but can go up to $10 per square foot. The laminate installation process is much easier than that of hardwood, and in many cases, it can rival the price of carpeting.

For more helpful flooring facts, contact the professionals from Onalaska’s Carpets To Go at (608) 783-3750. They also specialize in tile and luxury vinyl floors, so visit them online for a look at their complete inventory.