Flooring Sal installs
- Laminate: durable and budget-friendly for bedrooms, living rooms and basements
- Luxury vinyl plank (LVP): waterproof, which makes it a top pick for Ottawa basements, kitchens and bathrooms
- Porcelain and ceramic tile: for bathrooms, entryways and laundry rooms
- Baseboards, quarter-round and transitions: the finishing details that make a floor look professional
- Old flooring removal: carpet, padding, staples and old tile taken out and the subfloor prepped
A basement bedroom, before and after
Old carpet and padding were torn out and replaced with warm laminate, ready for furniture.
A bathroom floor, before and after
Dated tile was swapped for large-format, marble-look porcelain without touching the tub or fixtures.
Basements: choose waterproof
Ottawa basements sit on concrete that can be cold and damp, especially in spring. Laminate with a wood core can swell if it gets wet. For basements, luxury vinyl plank over a proper underlay is usually the safer choice. It handles moisture, feels warmer underfoot, and survives the occasional spill or minor leak. Sal will check the slab before installing and tell you if moisture is a concern.
Why prep decides how long a floor lasts
Click-together floors look easy, but most problems, like squeaks, gaps, and planks that lift or separate, come from an uneven subfloor or no expansion gap at the walls. A proper install includes levelling low spots, the right underlay, expansion gaps hidden under the baseboard, and undercutting door casings so the floor slides in cleanly instead of being caulked around.
Getting a flooring quote
Text the room sizes (or a rough sketch), photos of the current floor, and the flooring you have in mind to (613) 859-1254. Bigger jobs get a free on-site look to measure and check the subfloor. You can buy the flooring yourself or have Sal pick it up. Either way, buy about 10% extra for cuts and future repairs.
What customers say
★★★★★ “Great experience, showed up on time, the price was fair and the quality was great! Would definitely recommend!”
— Ebaa K., Google review
★★★★★ “Excellent service! Very professional, reliable, and friendly. He did an amazing job, paid great attention to detail, and made sure everything was done properly. Highly recommended!”
— Bilal A., Google review
Read all of Sal's Google reviews (5.0 stars).
Sal works across Ottawa: Kanata & Stittsville, Barrhaven & Nepean, Orleans & Gloucester, and central Ottawa. If you're just outside those areas, call and ask.