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Best Hardwood Refinishing Cost in Chicago, IL

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Typical cost in Chicago

$3–$8 / sq ft

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A & B HARDWOOD FLOORING SUPPLIES, INC.

3100 N ELSTON AVE 1ST, Chicago, IL 60618

10 yrs in business

Storage or Use of Hazardous Materials. Licensed Chicago IL City License holder.

Serves: 60601, 60602, 60603, 60604 +52 more

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SUAREZ HARDWOOD FLOORING LLC

4954 W CORTEZ ST 2, Chicago, IL 60651

6 yrs in business

Flooring and Window Install, Repair or Replace (Home Based Business). Licensed Chicago IL City License holder.

Serves: 60601, 60602, 60603, 60604 +52 more

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A & B HARDWOOD FLOORING SUPPLIES, INC.

3100 N ELSTON AVE 1ST, Chicago, IL 60618

10 yrs in business

Storage or Use of Hazardous Materials. Licensed Chicago IL City License holder.

Serves: 60601, 60602, 60603, 60604 +52 more

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SUAREZ HARDWOOD FLOORING LLC

4954 W CORTEZ ST 2, Chicago, IL 60651

6 yrs in business

Flooring and Window Install, Repair or Replace (Home Based Business). Licensed Chicago IL City License holder.

Serves: 60601, 60602, 60603, 60604 +52 more

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Typical Hardwood Refinishing Cost Cost in Chicago

For: refinish 500 sq ft of hardwood floors in Chicago, IL

Budget Option
$1.2k
Starting price
Most Common
$3.0k
Average cost
Premium Service
$7.2k
High-end

What Affects the Price:

  • ¢Square footage and room count
  • ¢Depth of sanding required
  • ¢Chicago's union labor market, extreme winter prep requirements, and city permits add 20% to costs

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