How much does it cost to floor a whole house?
Updated July 2026 · Pricing data from Floormath's flooring cost model
For the average 1,800 sq ft US home, whole-house flooring spans an enormous range because material choice compounds at scale:
| Material | 1,800 sq ft installed | Typical |
|---|---|---|
| Carpet | $5,164–$43,243 | $12,130 |
| Laminate | $5,794–$18,295 | $10,510 |
| Luxury Vinyl Plank | $7,189–$25,720 | $16,810 |
| Engineered Hardwood | $10,780–$35,125 | $23,110 |
| Tile | $12,670–$69,280 | $33,820 |
| Solid Hardwood | $13,390–$38,590 | $21,490 |
The most common 2026 whole-house recipe is a mix: LVP or engineered wood through main areas, carpet in bedrooms, tile in baths — which usually lands between the single-material extremes. Continuous single-material installs save on transitions and read larger, at the cost of per-room optimization.
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Is it cheaper to do the whole house at once?
Per square foot, yes — one mobilization, bulk material pricing, and less transition work. Crews also discount larger jobs modestly.
What's the cheapest whole-house flooring?
Budget laminate or entry LVP, at roughly $5,794–$7,189 installed for 1,800 sq ft. Carpet quotes similar but replaces sooner.