"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."
Hardwood Flooring Installation
Solid and engineered hardwood floors installed by craftsmen with 20+ years on Inland Empire homes.
Hardwood Flooring Installation Across the Inland Empire
Solid and engineered hardwood floors installed by craftsmen with 20+ years on Inland Empire homes.
For 20+ years, Monteros Hardwood Flooring has been the family-owned flooring crew Inland Empire homeowners call when they want it done right the first time. Every job comes with a written, itemized estimate, on-time crews, daily clean-up, and a lifetime workmanship guarantee.
What's Included
- Solid and engineered hardwood from leading mills
- Subfloor prep, moisture testing, and acclimation included
- Clean job sites - drop cloths, dust containment, daily clean-up
- Honest written quote with no surprise add-ons
- Lifetime workmanship guarantee on every install
How a Project Starts
Every hardwood installation project starts the same way - a free, in-home walk-through where we measure, talk through species and finish, and answer every question you have. No rushed quotes, no high-pressure sales script. The estimate you sign is the price you pay.
Materials We Carry
- Solid oak
- White oak
- Red oak
- Hickory
- Maple
- Engineered hardwood
- Wide-plank European oak
Why Inland Empire Homes Choose Us
Hot, dry summers and cool, damp winters chew through cheaply installed floors. We acclimate every board on-site, moisture-test the subfloor, and choose the right adhesive or fastener pattern for the climate - the kind of detail that separates a floor that lasts decades from one that cups, gaps, or peaks in two summers.
The Same Crew, Every Time
Whether you're matching a 1950's parquet, fitting wide-plank European oak, or putting waterproof LVP into a busy family kitchen, the same crew shows up with the same standards. That consistency is why we still get calls from customers we worked for fifteen years ago.
Built Around Your Schedule
We give you a real start date, a real finish date, and the crew lead's direct line. No mystery delays, no subcontractor handoffs. If something changes, you hear it from us first.
Our Hardwood Installation Process
Every project follows the same clear, predictable steps from estimate to walk-through.
- 01
Free in-home consultation
We measure your space, take subfloor moisture readings, and walk you through species, finishes, and width options.
- 02
Written estimate, no pressure
Itemized quote in plain English. We hold the price for 30 days.
- 03
Materials acclimate on-site
Boards sit in your home 3 – 5 days before install - non-negotiable in our climate.
- 04
Demo, prep, install
Old flooring removed, subfloor leveled, moisture barrier where needed, planks laid.
- 05
Trim, transitions, walk-through
Quarter-round, transitions to tile/carpet, final clean. You sign off only when it's right.
Hardwood Installation FAQ
- For an average 1,500 – 2,500 sq ft home, plan on 3 – 7 working days, including the acclimation window. Larger or more intricate jobs run longer; we give you the exact schedule in writing before we start.
- In the Inland Empire, both work well above grade. Solid is the gold standard for refinishing decades down the road. Engineered is more dimensionally stable for slab subfloors and hot, dry summers. We bring samples of each and walk through the trade-offs in your home.
- Yes. Tear-out, haul-away, and disposal are included in every install quote. You don't need a dumpster.
- We move standard furniture as part of the job. Pianos, gun safes, oversized pieces, and electronics are typically the homeowner's responsibility - we'll flag this in writing during the estimate.
- Yes - 0% promotional financing is available for qualified customers. Ask during your free estimate and we'll walk through the options.
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Areas We Serve
We bring hardwood installation to homes across the Inland Empire - find your city.
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Free in-home estimate. Honest pricing. 20+ years of Inland Empire craftsmanship.