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    Installation Tips April 3, 2026 4 min read

    How Long Does Flooring Installation Take? (Realistic Timelines)

    By Bruce Carvalho — Genesis Flooring & Renovations, Lakeland FL

    How Long Does Flooring Installation Take? (Realistic Timelines) — flooring advice from Genesis Flooring & Renovations in Lakeland FL

    Renovating your home flooring raises an immediate practical concern: how long will workers be inside my house? At Genesis Flooring & Renovations, we believe in realistic expectations.

    Typical Room-by-Room Timelines

    On average, an experienced 2-3 person crew installs between 500 to 800 square feet of Luxury Vinyl Plank or Laminate per day, assuming subfloors are level and prepped.

    • Single Bedroom or Office (200-300 sq ft): 1 day including baseboards.
    • Entire Main Living Area (800-1,200 sq ft): 2 to 3 days.
    • Full Whole-Home Replacement (1,500-2,500 sq ft): 3 to 5 days including demo.

    Factors That Affect Installation Speed

    Subfloor prep is the single biggest variable. Removing glued-down tile or carpet, patching cracks, and applying self-leveling compound can add 1 extra day before plank laying starts.

    The Genesis Bottom Line

    We provide clear start and finish dates on every estimate so you can plan your life with zero surprises.

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