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

Hardwood Floor Installation in Decatur, GA

New hardwood floors transform Decatur 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 Decatur

Decatur sits just east of Atlanta with nearly identical housing character. Bungalows, craftsman homes, and mid-century ranches on tight lots are the norm — most built between 1920 and 1970, almost all with original hardwood hiding somewhere beneath decades of floor coverings.

New hardwood installation in Decatur 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scenarios: a room addition or remodel that needs hardwood to match the rest of the house, a full replacement of worn or outdated flooring, or a first-time installation in a home that was built without hardwood.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 Decatur 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 Decatur 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.

Herringbone hardwood floor installation in Metro Atlanta GA — red oak herringbone pattern

Timeline

1–3 days for most rooms

Earliest start

Most projects within 1–2 weeks

Typical Decatur scope

800–1,600 sq ft (bungalow to ranch)

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Hardwood floor installation by Olivas Hardwood Flooring in Metro Atlanta GA

Our Commitment

Why Decatur Homeowners Choose Olivas

We've been working in Decatur 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 Decatur 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 Decatur when you call. Or if some rooms need a waterproof option, we also install engineered hardwood in Decatur.

Recent Work

Recent Decatur Projects

Hardwood floor installation in Atlanta GA — crew nailing down solid oak planks using nail-down method
Herringbone hardwood floor installation in Atlanta GA — red oak parquet pattern laid in kitchen with tools
Herringbone hardwood floor sanding in Duluth GA — red oak parquet sanded smooth with drum sander

Decatur Neighborhoods We Serve

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

Downtown DecaturOakhurstWinnona ParkScott BoulevardMedlock ParkSycamore Street corridor

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 Decatur

We'll come measure, assess your floors, and quote the project in line items. Most Decatur 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

Decatur Hardwood Installation FAQs

01What wood species work best for Decatur homes?
Red and white oak are the most popular in Decatur 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 Decatur?
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 Decatur?
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 Decatur. 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 Decatur 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 Decatur 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 Decatur?
Yes — every neighborhood including Downtown Decatur, Oakhurst, Winnona Park, Scott Boulevard, Medlock Park, and more. We're based in Lawrenceville and travel throughout DeKalb County for installation work.

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Free in-home estimates anywhere in Decatur. Most projects can start within 1–2 weeks.

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