Back in June I put down money for new vinyl flooring in my condo. I used one of the big box do-it-yourself stores who use a contracted installation company out of Denver. I first needed to have testing done for asbestos in the linoleum and mold in the walls. Mold tested positive so mitigation began, slowly, very slowly. Without having insurance or HOA that would cover mitigation, companies seemed to shun away. I had to go through three companies to get one who would respond and execute. Then before mitigation started my mother went into hospice so things went on hold until that part of life was dealt with.

I had to reschedule the floor installation twice which I believe frustrated the installation company. There were many things that delayed this project, some were my issues, some were theirs and some just life itself. I stayed calm until the installers arrived on Monday November 29th and within 15 minutes told me they could not install the vinyl because the floor was not level. They gave me no alternatives and left me living without carpet or linoleum. I had no toilet as it was removed on the 28th for their installation. I canceled the order. Later I discovered they have some very poor review scores.

I then looked for a local company that would meet my needs. I called and left a message with one that has been in business since 2006 and good reviews. I had a return call in 4 hours. They came over the next day, took measurements and delivered a quote in my email within 2 hours. Price was higher but included leveling of the floor, which they do, otherwise they were almost the same. Two days later I went to their office picked the vinyl and carpet. If there are no hiccups they will level the floor on Monday the 20th, install LVP on 21st – 22nd and carpet on the 23rd of December. So, maybe I’ll have a new Ball Room by Christmas.