Cost to Install Laminate Flooring
April 2025
| Item | Qty | Low | High | |
| Laminate Flooring Cost Non-discounted retail pricing for popular: Residential grade. 30 yr limited warranty. 8mm thick with protective finish. Interlocking for floating installation. Calculated purchase quantity includes overage for typical waste and small future repairs. | 129 square feet | $259.20 | $341.33 | |
| Laminate Flooring Installation Labor, Basic Basic labor to install laminate flooring with favorable site conditions. Measure and layout seam locations. Install underlayment. Cut, fit and secure laminate flooring. Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup. | 129 square feet | $259.20 | $341.33 | |
| Laminate Flooring Installation Job Supplies Cost of related materials and supplies typically required to install laminate flooring including: manufacturer recommended underlayment, fasteners, adhesives and surface sealants. | 129 square feet | $259.20 | $341.33 | |
| Laminate Flooring Installation Equipment Allowance Job related costs of specialty equipment used for job quality and efficiency, including: Pneumatic finish nailer, miter saw, circular saw, planer. Daily rental. Consumables extra. | 129 square feet | $259.20 | $341.33 | |
| Option: Remove Flooring Detach from mounting surface(s). Break into haul able pieces. Remove from home and dispose of legally. Asbestos handling is extra. | 129 square feet | $259.20 | $341.33 | |
| Laminate Flooring Debris Disposal Costs to load, haul away and dispose of old materials, installation waste and associated debris. | 0.7441875 | 0.8465625 | ||
| Unused Minimum Labor Balance of 2 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks. | ||||
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In April 2025 the estimated cost to Install Laminate Flooring starts at $6.69 - $11.43 per square foot*. Use our Cost Calculator for cost estimate examples customized to the location, size and options of your project.
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Cost to Install Laminate Flooring - Notes and General Information
This example estimate is for BASIC work performed in readily serviceable conditions by qualified professionals, using popular, IN STOCK products, materials and supplies available at home improvement retailers. Your actual costs will vary due to the unique conditions, requirements, labor options and material choices of your project. Work not mentioned on this page, work with schedule difficulty, work during periods of local labor shortages, and work using master craftsman, premium materials, custom built products, project supervision may result in HIGHER COSTS!
This example estimate is for educational and illustrative purposes - it is NOT a substitute for written quotes from trade professionals. Homewyse strongly recommends that you contact reputable professionals for itemized assessments of work required and costs for your project - before making any decisions or commitments.
The example estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for Laminate Flooring Installation, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Labor setup time and mobilization time typical of local, small Laminate Flooring Installation jobs.
The example estimate does NOT include:
- Costs for any work or materials not specifically mentioned on this page.
- Costs for removing, relocating, repairing, or modifying existing framing, surface finishes (including molding) and fixtures, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems - or bringing any systems into compliance with current building codes.
- Costs for testing and remediation of hazardous materials (asbestos, lead, radon, etc.).
- General contractor overhead and markup for organizing and supervising the Laminate Flooring Installation. Add 13% to 22% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion thereof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
References - Laminate Flooring Installation
- Product and Supplies Data: Lowes Flooring Products and Supplies Lowes , Apr 2025, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Home Depot Flooring and Supplies Home Depot, Apr 2025, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Menards Flooring and Supplies Menards, Apr 2025, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: Fast Floors Flooring and Supplies Fast Floors, Apr 2025, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: BuildDirect Flooring and Supplies BuildDirect, Apr 2025, Website
- Product and Supplies Data: The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 5: Partitions, Ceilings, Floors, and Stairs U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Apr 2025, Editorial Staff
- Home Improvement 1 2 3 Homer, TLC, Apr 2025, Editorial Staff, ISBN 696213273
- Product and Supplies Data: The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 5: Partitions, Ceilings, Floors, and Stairs U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Apr 2025, Editorial Staff
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Apr 2025, Staff
- Employer Costs for Employee Compensation US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Apr 2025, Staff
- Project Spending Data: Harvard University JCHS Homeowner Expenditures Harvard University, Apr 2025, Website
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