"I highly recommend Monteros Hardwood Flooring. They refinished the hardwood floors at our Redlands home and they look new and we are extremely happy with the results. Javier communicated regularly throughout the project. His team is professional, efficient and very prompt and the work was finished in a timely manner. We are very pleased with the results and we highly recommend them."
From First Call to Final Walk-Through
Predictable from the first phone call to the last sign-off. No surprises, no pressure.
The Full 9-Step Process
Every project follows the same predictable steps from estimate through warranty.
- 01
Initial call or form
You reach out by phone, web form, or email. We respond within one business day.
- 02
Free in-home estimate
We come to your home with samples. Measure, take subfloor moisture readings, walk through species, finishes, widths, and your timeline.
- 03
Written, itemized quote
Within a couple of business days, you receive a detailed quote in writing - every line item, no surprise add-ons. Holds for 30 days.
- 04
Materials ordered + acclimation
Once you sign off, we order materials. Hardwood acclimates in your home 3 – 5 days before install - non-negotiable in our climate.
- 05
Demo and subfloor prep
Old flooring removed, subfloor cleaned, leveled, and moisture-tested again. Drop cloths laid, dust containment set up.
- 06
Installation
Boards installed by skilled craftsmen. Daily clean-up, drop cloths replaced, your home stays livable as much as possible.
- 07
Finish work + transitions
Quarter-round, baseboards, transitions to other flooring, stair nosings - clean lines and tight reveals.
- 08
Walk-through and sign-off
You walk the floor with us. Punch list addressed before we leave. You sign off only when it's right.
- 09
Lifetime workmanship warranty
Written warranty in your hand. If our installation ever fails, we make it right.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Most installations and refinishing jobs start within 2 – 4 weeks of estimate sign-off. Smaller repair jobs can usually start the same week. Larger whole-house projects sometimes book out 4 – 6 weeks during spring and fall busy seasons. We give you our actual schedule in writing on every quote - no vague promises.
- Yes - every estimate is free, no-pressure, and includes samples on-site. We measure, take subfloor moisture readings, walk through species and finish options, and give you a written, itemized quote within a few days. The quote holds for 30 days.
- We serve the entire Inland Empire and surrounding communities, including San Bernardino, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, Riverside, Corona, Rialto, Redlands, Highland, and Loma Linda. We also handle larger projects in Orange County and Palm Springs by appointment.
- Yes - fully licensed in California and insured with both general liability and workers' compensation. We can email a current certificate of insurance the same day you ask.
- Yes. 0% promotional financing is available for qualified customers. We can walk through the options during your free in-home estimate or by phone.
- Lifetime workmanship guarantee on every install - if our installation ever fails, we fix it. Manufacturer warranties on the materials themselves vary by product (typically 25 – 50 years residential).
- Standard furniture is moved as part of the install - couches, beds, dressers, chairs. Pianos, gun safes, oversized items, and live electronics are typically the homeowner's responsibility. We flag this in writing during the estimate so there are no surprises.
- Far less than the old days. We use a dust-contained sanding system that captures most particulate at the source. Expect light residual dust on hard surfaces in adjacent rooms - we wipe down at the end of every job.
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Free in-home estimate. Honest pricing. 20+ years of Inland Empire craftsmanship.