Hardwood, engineered, luxury vinyl plank, laminate and tile, installed over a properly prepared subfloor so it stays quiet, level and tight for years.
4.4 on Google · 20 reviewsWhat we offer
Hardwood, vinyl plank, laminate and tile flooring installed in homes across Oshawa and Durham Region. One crew takes care of the old floor, the prep, the install and the finishing details, so nothing is left for you to patch.
Solid and engineered plank for main floors and bedrooms, installed nailed, glued or floating to suit the room.
Waterproof, scratch resistant and warm underfoot. Our go-to for basements, kitchens and busy family homes.
A budget-friendly wood look for dry rooms, with a quality underlay for a quieter floor.
Bathrooms, entries, laundry rooms and kitchens, set flat with clean grout lines.
DRICORE panels or a dimpled membrane to lift the floor off cold concrete before anything goes down.
Old carpet and flooring out, squeaks fixed, dips filled and the subfloor flattened before install.
New treads, risers and nosings so the stairs flow into the new floor instead of stopping at the bottom step.
New baseboards, quarter round and transition strips so every edge is finished, not caulked over.
From our job sites
Vinyl plank, tile and wood-look floors from basements, kitchens and bathrooms across Durham Region. Tap any photo to enlarge it.
Materials compared
Cost, durability, care and lifespan side by side. Tap a tab to compare subfloor systems for basements.
Flooring ties the rooms together, so it is one of the first decisions in a whole-home renovation.
Rule of thumb. Many whole-home renovations run one continuous floor through the main level for a seamless look, with waterproof LVP or tile in the wet areas.
Longest life
Most durableEasiest care
Lowest cost
Cost ratings compare typical installed prices for these options in Durham Region and the GTA, from $ (lowest) to $$$$$ (highest). Swatches are illustrations, not exact colours. Your free design and written, itemized quote will give you exact numbers for your home.
What goes between the concrete and your new floor decides how dry, warm and solid it feels.
Rule of thumb. DMX 1-Step is the lean choice under floating vinyl plank or laminate when every bit of ceiling height counts. DRICORE costs more but gives a solid base that works under any floor and feels warmer underfoot.
Most durable
Lowest cost
Cost ratings compare typical installed prices for these options in Durham Region and the GTA, from $ (lowest) to $$$$$ (highest). Swatches are illustrations, not exact colours. Your free design and written, itemized quote will give you exact numbers for your home.
Getting it right
Most flooring problems are not about the flooring. Squeaks, gaps, bouncing and cracked tile almost always trace back to a subfloor that was out of level, damp or loose before the new floor went down.
Before we install anything we check the subfloor with a straightedge, screw down loose sheathing, grind high spots and fill low ones. In basements we test for moisture and lift the floor off the slab with DRICORE panels or a dimpled membrane, so a vinyl or laminate floor stays warm and dry.
We also plan the transitions. Where a new floor meets tile, carpet or a stair, we pick the right reducer or nosing, so you never have a lip to trip on.
Kind words
20 Google reviews
Rated 4.4 out of 5 by our clients
I can’t say enough good things about these guys. They are great people and their work is outstanding. I had the floors done in my bathroom and on my main level as well as all new baseboards and trims and I couldn’t be happier. Let’s plan the next project! Thanks guys! Highly recommend!
I have used Ramsauer Reno now for two renovations. First one was replacing carpet with flooring in two adjoining rooms and the second was replacing the front porch railing. Jim came to the house for the original quote and explained things thoroughly. His team completed both projects very quickly. The work was expertly done, and the team was friendly and polite. I highly recommend them and would hire this company again in the future.
Ramsauer Reno renovated my basement with top notch professional service. We received great quality service and communication quickly and they were easy to work with. Jim and his team were always willing to answer my questions or make a recommendation even after the work was completed. Every aspect of the project was done professionally with great products and great service. They were neat and clean. I have no hesitation in recommending Ramsauer Reno to anyone thinking of renovating their basement or home renovation. We will definitely be using Ramsauer Reno for our next home improvement project!
Very pleased with the job the team did finishing our basement. They are a dependable, hardworking and very talented bunch, indeed. Their pricing was very reasonable and the project finished a day ahead of schedule. The finished product looked fantastic! I’ll for sure be calling them again for more work.
Luxury vinyl plank is the safest choice for most basements because it is waterproof and handles humidity. Install it over a subfloor system like DRICORE or a dimpled membrane to keep it warm and dry. Engineered hardwood can work in a dry, well-controlled basement, but solid hardwood is not recommended below grade.
Sometimes. Vinyl plank and laminate can float over a flat, sound hard floor, but carpet always comes out, and tile usually does too. Going over an old floor raises the height, which affects doors, stairs and transitions, so we check before recommending it.
A typical room is often done in a day or two. A whole main floor usually takes a few days, plus any time for removal, levelling or stairs. We give you a schedule with your written quote.
Usually not. The City of Oshawa, for example, lists replacing floor finishes in a house as work that doesn’t need a building permit, and other Durham municipalities treat it the same way. Structural work, such as replacing joists or subfloor framing, may need one.
Yes. We can cap or replace stair treads and nosings in a matching or complementary finish, so the stairs and the new floor look like one job.
Free estimate and design
We’ll measure, check your subfloor and give you a written price with flooring options at a few price points. Free.
