What is a Flooring Installer?

A Flooring Installer is a skilled contractor who supplies and installs flooring materials for residential or commercial projects. They ensure your chosen flooring is laid correctly, looks great, and meets all durability and safety standards. Depending on your selection, this may include timber, laminate, vinyl, hybrid, carpet, or tiles.

What does a Flooring Installer do?

Your Flooring Installer will complete works according to your agreed scope of works.


Typically, a Flooring Installer will:

  • Help you select suitable flooring materials for your space and budget
  • Measure and assess the subfloor condition
  • Supply and deliver chosen flooring products
  • Prepare or level the subfloor as needed
  • Install the flooring professionally according to manufacturer standards
  • Provide advice on care, maintenance, and warranty terms


They ensure a high-quality finish that complements your interior design and lasts the distance.

Tip: Don’t Skip the Details with Flooring

If you’re laying hybrid or timber flooring, ask your installer about expansion gaps and underlay type — these small details make a big difference to noise, comfort, and longevity.

What to look for in a Flooring Installer

When reviewing quotes, look for:

  • Product range: Installers who can supply a variety of quality flooring types make selection simpler.
  • Experience: Look for installers experienced with your specific material (e.g. floating floors, tiles, carpet).
  • Warranties: Confirm both installation and product warranties are included.
  • Finishing quality: Ask to see samples of their previous work, especially at joins, transitions, and trims.
  • Insurance: Make sure they carry public liability and workers’ compensation insurance.

Before You Begin: What You’ll Need Ready

To get quotes from Flooring Installers for supply and install, you’ll need:

  • Site address and floor plans
  • Your preferred flooring type or style (or samples you like)
  • Subfloor information (e.g. concrete slab, particleboard, timber joists)
  • Your construction timeline for internal works

Average Timeframe

For this task, Pros typically provide quotes within 7-10 business days.

When Can I Expect Quotes?

Timeframes often vary based on demand and the type of Pro you're engaging (e.g. a plumber). If additional communication or clarification is needed is needed, the quoting process may take longer.

 

Don't be alarmed if you don't receive quotes or communication from any Build Buddy Pros straight away. Some work is more complex and the Pro may need time to comprehend your documents or scope of work. Depending on the job, there may even be some work required by the Pro before they are able to quote (e.g. a site visit might be required).

 

If the average timeframe indicated here has passed, and you have not received any messages or quotes, please feel free to contact the Build Buddy Expert Guidance and Support team for an update on quoting for this task.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can I install flooring before painting is complete?

     It’s best to wait until after painting and most internal trades are finished to avoid damage to new flooring.

  • What’s the best flooring type for durability?

    It depends on your household. Hybrid and vinyl plank are popular for families, while engineered timber or tiles are great for longevity and style.

How to Complete this Task?

STEP 1

Review and Adjust the Scope of Works

Timeframes may vary based on demand and the type of Pro you're engaging (e.g., a plumber). If additional communication or clarification is needed, the quoting process may take longer.

STEP 2

Confirm Required Documents Are Uploaded

Check that the following required document(s) are uploaded for this task. These are essential to proceed:

STEP 3

Update the Quality Assurance Checklist

Go to the Quality Assurance tab in this task and review the checklist. Edit any details to suit your project requirements. Being clear and upfront helps set expectations with the Pro. Updating the checklist before requesting quotes ensures everyone is aligned.

STEP 4

Request Quotes

Click the orange ‘Request Quotes’ button to start the quoting process.

STEP 5

Review the Quotes

Once you receive quotes:

  • Review each one carefully, including the payment schedule and any special terms
  • Download attached quote documents for detailed review
  • Check each Pro’s profile and read past client reviews

STEP 6

Communicate with the Pro

If needed, message or call the Pro to clarify details or negotiate terms.

STEP 7

Accept a Quote

Choose the quote that best suits your needs. Once you accept a quote, any other pending quotes will be automatically declined. An agreement will automatically be generated.

STEP 8

Complete the Tasks In Your App

New tasks will appear to guide you through this job — follow each step carefully. Make sure to use the Quality Assurance Checklist, and refer to your contract and final Scope of Works whenever needed.

NEED HELP?

Reach Out to Your Build Buddy Pro

If you have any questions or need a hand, your Build Buddy Pro is your best first contact. They’re a licensed expert in their field and can understand the ins and outs of your project. You can message them via the platform, or you can call them directly.


If you have already contacted your Build Buddy Pro and still need further assistance, the Build Buddy Expert Guidance and Support team are here to help. They will be able to guide you on your next steps or help you find answers to any questions you may have.