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Olivas Hardwood Flooring
Hardwood floor installation in a Georgia home
Atlanta, GA

Hardwood Floor Installation in Atlanta, GA

New hardwood floors transform Atlanta homes. We install solid oak, maple, cherry, hickory, and walnut — nailed, glued, or floated depending on your subfloor — and finish every transition clean.

4.9★ Rating

80+ Google Reviews

In-House Crew

No subcontractors

1-Year Warranty

On all workmanship

Free Estimates

No obligation

Local Hardwood Installation

What Makes Hardwood Installation Work in Atlanta

Atlanta's housing stock is defined by age and character — bungalows in Grant Park, Inman Park, and Kirkwood with original heart-pine floors from the 1920s, mid-century red-oak ranches in Druid Hills and Morningside, and modern renovations in Buckhead and Midtown. Original hardwood is almost always there, often hiding under carpet.

New hardwood installation in Atlanta typically covers one of three scenarios: a room addition or remodel that needs hardwood to match the rest of the house, a full replacement of worn or outdated flooring, or a first-time installation in a home that was built without hardwood. Each scenario requires a different approach to species selection, installation method, and subfloor preparation.

The biggest variable in a Atlanta installation is the subfloor. Georgia's humidity means subfloors move, and hardwood installed over a moisture-compromised or unlevel subfloor will cup, gap, and creak within a year. We assess every subfloor before committing to a method — if it needs leveling or moisture mitigation first, we say so upfront.

Every estimate in Atlanta is done in-home — we walk the floors, test the subfloor, and look at the specific conditions of your home before we quote. That means no surprises on project day and no scope creep. We tell you exactly what needs to be done and what it will cost, in writing, before any work begins.

Commercial hardwood floor installation in Metro Atlanta GA — large-scale nail-down project

Timeline

1–3 days for most rooms

Earliest start

Most projects within 1–2 weeks

Typical Atlanta scope

800–2,200 sq ft (bungalow to estate)

Free estimate

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New hardwood flooring installation in Metro Atlanta GA — solid oak floors finished in place

Our Commitment

Why Atlanta Homeowners Choose Olivas

We've been working in Atlanta and across Metro Atlanta long enough to understand what local homeowners actually care about: showing up when we say we will, doing the work right the first time, and leaving the home cleaner than we found it. That sounds basic — but it's what separates us from the contractors who disappear mid-project or leave dust on every surface.

Every project in Atlanta is handled by our own in-house crew — not a subcontractor we called the day before. That means consistent quality, direct accountability, and a crew that's done this exact type of work hundreds of times. When you call with a question, you're talking to the same people who did the work.

  • In-house crew — the team that estimates is the team that installs
  • Fully licensed and insured for all residential flooring work in Georgia
  • Free, itemized in-home estimates — no ranges, no surprises
  • 1-year workmanship warranty on every project
  • 4.9-star rating across 80+ verified Google reviews

What a Hardwood Installation Looks Like

Here's exactly what happens from your first call to the final walkthrough — no guesswork, no vague timelines.

Subfloor assessment. We check for levelness (must be within ⅛" over 6 feet for nail-down), moisture content, and structural integrity. If the subfloor needs work, we address it before any hardwood goes down — this step is what separates floors that last 20 years from floors that need replacing in 5.

Acclimation. Hardwood needs to adjust to your home's temperature and humidity before installation — typically 3–5 days in the room where it'll be installed. We schedule the delivery and drop-off around this requirement, not around convenience.

Installation day. We nail-down, glue-down, or float the boards depending on species, thickness, and subfloor type. Cuts are made with precision to minimize waste. Transitions, reducers, and shoe molding are installed to a professional finish. Most rooms are done in a single day.

Pairing a new installation with refinishing existing floors in the same home? We can match the new boards to your existing floor's stain and finish so the whole house reads as one surface. Ask about hardwood refinishing in Atlanta when you call. Or if some rooms need a waterproof option, we also install engineered hardwood in Atlanta.

Recent Work

Recent Atlanta Projects

Hardwood floor installation in Metro Atlanta GA — solid red oak installation in residential home
Hardwood floor installation by Olivas Hardwood Flooring in Metro Atlanta GA
Hardwood floor installation and sanding in Metro Atlanta GA — new floors sanded smooth before finishing

Atlanta Neighborhoods We Serve

We travel anywhere in Atlanta and the surrounding Metro Atlanta area for hardwood installation work. No travel fees, no minimum project size.

BuckheadMidtownVirginia-HighlandInman ParkGrant ParkEast AtlantaKirkwoodCandler ParkOld Fourth WardDruid HillsMorningside-Lenox ParkWest End

Not sure if we cover your specific address? Call us — we typically serve anywhere within a 45-minute radius of Lawrenceville and we'll let you know right away. For larger projects outside our normal area, we'll do our best to accommodate.

Free Estimate

Get a Free Hardwood Installation Estimate in Atlanta

We'll come measure, assess your floors, and quote the project in line items. Most Atlanta projects can start within 1–2 weeks.

Call (678) 663-0092
1Call or fill out the form for a free estimate
2We assess your space and provide a detailed quote
3We get to work — quality results guaranteed

1-year workmanship warranty

We stand behind our installs for a full year.

In-house crew

Our own installers — never subcontracted out.

Clear, itemized quotes

Line-item pricing up front. No surprises, no upcharges.

We respect your home

We move & protect your furniture and leave the space spotless.

Financing available

Flexible payment options so budget doesn't hold you back.

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FAQ

Atlanta Hardwood Installation FAQs

01What wood species work best for Atlanta homes?
Red and white oak are the most popular in Atlanta for their durability, availability, and compatibility with a wide range of stain colors. Maple is popular in modern renovations. Hickory and walnut are increasingly common for character-rich floors. Species choice depends on your traffic level, design preference, and whether you need to match existing floors elsewhere in the home.
02How long does hardwood floor installation take in Atlanta?
Most installation projects are 1–3 days depending on square footage, room complexity, and subfloor preparation needed. Acclimation adds 3–5 days before installation day. We schedule around both so there's no rush and no quality compromised.
03Do you handle subfloor preparation in Atlanta?
Yes — and we consider it the most important step. We check moisture content, levelness, and structural integrity before any hardwood goes down. Georgia's humidity means subfloor condition varies widely even within Atlanta. If the subfloor needs leveling, self-leveling compound, or moisture mitigation, we handle it as part of the job.
04Can you install hardwood over concrete in my Atlanta home?
Engineered hardwood can go directly over concrete with the right moisture barrier. Solid hardwood over concrete requires a sleeper or plywood subfloor first, which adds cost and height. If your Atlanta home has a concrete slab, we'll walk through the options — engineered hardwood is often the better-value choice for those areas.
05Do you serve all of Atlanta?
Yes — every neighborhood including Buckhead, Midtown, Virginia-Highland, Inman Park, Grant Park, and more. We're based in Lawrenceville and travel throughout Metro Atlanta for installation work.

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