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Monteros
Hardwood Flooring
The Monteros crew installing hardwood floors in an Inland Empire home
Our Process

From First Call to Final Walk-Through

Predictable from the first phone call to the last sign-off. No surprises, no pressure.

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The Full 9-Step Process

Every project follows the same predictable steps from estimate through warranty.

  1. 01

    Initial call or form

    You reach out by phone, web form, or email. We respond within one business day.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 05

    Demo and subfloor prep

    Old flooring removed, subfloor cleaned, leveled, and moisture-tested again. Drop cloths laid, dust containment set up.

  6. 06

    Installation

    Boards installed by skilled craftsmen. Daily clean-up, drop cloths replaced, your home stays livable as much as possible.

  7. 07

    Finish work + transitions

    Quarter-round, baseboards, transitions to other flooring, stair nosings - clean lines and tight reveals.

  8. 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.

  9. 09

    Lifetime workmanship warranty

    Written warranty in your hand. If our installation ever fails, we make it right.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can you start my flooring project? +
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.
Do you offer free in-home estimates? +
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.
What areas do you serve? +
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.
Are you licensed and insured? +
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.
Do you offer financing? +
Yes. 0% promotional financing is available for qualified customers. We can walk through the options during your free in-home estimate or by phone.
What kind of warranty do you offer? +
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).
Will you move my furniture? +
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.
How dusty is the install or refinishing process? +
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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What Inland Empire Homeowners Say

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"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."

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Kari Morgan
Redlands · Hardwood Refinishing

"Easy to work with, on time and at the very fair quoted price. Javier honored an older quote and delivered amazing results. Highly recommended."

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David Thurston
Inland Empire · Hardwood Refinishing

"We had such a great experience with Monteros Hardwood Flooring! Javier, the owner, and his team were super friendly and easy to work with. They really listened to what we wanted and made sure everything was perfect. The floors turned out amazing - so much better than we expected. Their attention to detail was impressive, and you can tell they take pride in their work. If you're looking to get your floors refinished, I can't recommend them enough!"

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Bao Wallace
Inland Empire · Hardwood Refinishing

"Another local hardwood refinisher flaked on me like 3 days before the scheduled job, but Javier and his guys came on short notice and got my 1,050 sq ft job done in 2 and a half days. They were total pros and my floors look and feel incredible. Communication was stellar as well. Highly recommend their services!"

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William Perkins
Inland Empire · Hardwood Refinishing

"Awesome crew! They work together like a machine - kind, courteous, pay attention to detail and very productive. They were on time and did a master job. I would only use these guys for future projects."

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Bob Entrikin
Inland Empire · Hardwood Installation

"Absolutely beautiful! I would highly recommend anybody that is looking for flooring. They were all extremely nice and friendly, work fast and clean. It was a smooth transition from our old flooring to the new."

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April Largaespada
Inland Empire · Flooring Installation
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