Refinish Wood Flooring Cost in Washington, DC in 2026
Most Refinish Wood Flooring projects in Washington, DC cost between $1,700 and $8,500. The typical price is $3,800.
Refinishing existing hardwood is far cheaper than replacing it, when the boards are thick enough to sand.
Labour and materials in Washington run about 25% above the national average. These figures are adjusted for that, so they are not the national average you will find elsewhere.
What drives the price
- Luxury vinyl plank, engineered wood or solid hardwood
- Subfloor levelling
- Transitions, stairs and trim
- Removing and disposing of the old floor
Usually included
- Flooring material and underlayment
- Installation and transitions
- Baseboard shoe moulding
Usually extra
- Subfloor replacement
- Furniture moving
- Baseboard replacement
Unit prices in Washington, DC
| Quality tier | Cost per sq ft |
|---|---|
| Budget | $2.09 |
| Mid-range | $4.70 |
| High-end | $10 |
Flooring contractors in Washington, DC
Businesses listed on Google near Washington, DC. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
District Floor Depot
4.9(216 reviews)
1600 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018
Universal Floors Inc
4.9(170 reviews)
4625 41st St NW, Washington, DC 20016
Alvaro's Wood Floors LLC
5.0(152 reviews)
2995 Monticello Dr, Falls Church, VA 22042
Floors on 14th
4.8(88 reviews)
1832 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
AD Floors LLC
5.0(73 reviews)
400 Ventura Ave, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
Fantastic Hardwood Floors LLC
5.0(56 reviews)
3633 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20010