Flooring ROI Calculator

Calculate the return on investment for new flooring based on home value increase vs project cost.

Results

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How It Works

New flooring increases home value, but not all types equally. Hardwood has the best ROI (70-80%), while carpet recovers only 25-40% of its cost.

The Formula

Value Added = Project Cost x ROI% | Net Cost = Project Cost - Value Added

Variables

  • ROI% — Percentage of project cost recovered in home value
  • Net Cost — Your out-of-pocket cost after accounting for value increase

Example

$5,000 hardwood project: $5,000 x 75% avg = $3,750 value added. Net cost = $1,250.

Tips

  • Hardwood consistently ranks as the #1 flooring for resale value.
  • Replacing worn carpet with any hard surface increases perceived home value significantly.
  • LVP is the best ROI for budget-conscious renovations.
  • Refinishing existing hardwood (70-80% ROI) is cheaper than new installation with similar returns.

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