How Much Does Engineered Hardwood Cost Installed in Grand Junction? (2026 Prices)
Engineered hardwood costs $12.30 to $22.00+ per square foot installed at Carpetime. A 500-square-foot area runs about $6,150 to $11,000+.
Engineered hardwood prices at Carpetime
| Per sq ft | 500 sq ft | |
|---|---|---|
| Hardwood material | $7.30 – $15.00+ | $3,650 – $7,500+ |
| Installation | $5.00 – $7.00 | $2,500 – $3,500 |
| Installed total | $12.30 – $22.00+ | $6,150 – $11,000+ |
These are our own 2026 prices, before sales tax. Wide planks, rare species, and specialty finishes can run above the high end.
What the installed price includes
The flooring, underlayment, standard installation, transitions between rooms, and haul-away of scraps. Removing your old floor, floor prep, stairs, and moving furniture or appliances are priced separately. Typical prices for each are listed below.
Why we recommend engineered, not solid, hardwood here
Our dry, high-desert climate is hard on solid hardwood. Low humidity makes solid boards shrink, leaving gaps between them. Engineered hardwood has real wood on top over a stable core, so it handles the Grand Valley's dry air with far less shrinking and gapping. That's why we recommend it instead of solid hardwood.
Good, better, best
- Good: real wood at the most accessible price, in standard widths and popular colors.
- Better: thicker wear layers, wider planks, and better warranties.
- Best: premium species, the widest planks, and the richest finishes.
Extra costs that can apply
| Item | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Remove carpet and pad | $0.30 – $0.60 / sq ft |
| Remove floating floor (LVP, laminate, engineered) | $0.75 – $1.15 / sq ft |
| Remove glued-down vinyl or sheet vinyl | $1.00 – $2.00 / sq ft · asbestos test required |
| Remove old hardwood | $1.50 – $3.50 / sq ft |
| Remove tile | Typically $7.50 – $15.00 / sq ft, including grinding thinset · confirmed after a site walk; see our Tile Removal Guide |
| Floor prep and leveling allowance | $0.40 / sq ft budgeted · final cost may change once the old floor comes up |
| General floor prep | $75 per hour |
| Concrete grinding | $150 per hour |
| Self-leveler | $125 per bag |
| 6 mil vapor barrier over concrete | $0.33 – $0.35 / sq ft |
| Stairs | $75 – $125 per step labor, plus about $125 per step for material |
| Baseboard remove and reinstall | $1.75 – $2.50 / linear ft |
| Appliance moving | $25 – $50 each |
| Toilet pull and reset | $100 – $130 each |
| Trap doors (crawlspace hatches) | $170 – $200 each |
| Furniture moving | $25 – $50 per piece · heavy pieces cost more |
Projects outside the Grand Valley, including Mesa, Collbran, De Beque, Gateway, and Glade Park, add an installer trip charge of $2.67 to $3.00 per mile one way, per install day or vehicle. A measure fee may also apply, at the federal mileage rate round trip, and it's credited toward your project if you go ahead with us.
Is engineered hardwood worth it?
For main living areas in a home you plan to stay in, many owners think so. With proper care it can last 15 to 25 years or more and adds real wood's look and feel. If you want a wood look on a tighter budget, or for a rental, LVP or laminate cost much less.
Deposit and payment
A 50% deposit schedules your project and orders materials, and the balance is due when installation is complete. We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards. Prices shown are before sales tax, which applies to materials only.
Get a price for your own home
Our online estimator prices your engineered hardwood project in about two minutes. Enter your square footage, pick a quality level, check any extras, and you'll see a range for the whole job. You don't need to give us your email to see it.
Try the flooring estimator on our pricing page
When you're ready for an exact number, schedule a free measure. We'll take exact measurements at your home, then put together a detailed written estimate at our office and email it to you, outlining the items that apply to your project. Measures are free anywhere in the Grand Valley: Grand Junction, Clifton, Palisade, Whitewater, Fruita, Loma, and Mack.
Call 970-245-4753 or stop by our showroom at 2920 I-70 Business Loop, Grand Junction. Carpetime has been family owned since 1975.
