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What it Like Being a Floor Contractor?

If you're thinking about becoming a floor contractor, you should keep reading. The Youtube video "Flooring Installer -Trade Talk" details what it's like to venture into this industry as well as the pros and cons so you can make a decision. Let's find out more!

The host of the video installs laminate and hardwood floors for a living. Their current project consists of installing seven-and-a-half-inch engineered hardwood products, which they glue and nail on the floor, making sure that it's even and aesthetically pleasing.


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Interestingly, the host started working in healthcare but took a break to raise the children. When it was time to return to work, she decided to go into the flooring business alongside her husband.

Most of her work as a floor contractor consists of new homes, and the company is busiest in August because that's when show home season approaches. One of the main skills someone needs for this business is proper time management. All contractors have deadlines, and sometimes, there's not enough room to delay. You also have to know how to measure things properly using a tape measure.

You can watch the rest of the video for more details about being a floor contractor.

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