Vinyl Plank Flooring Cost Calculator
LVP install from square footage, SPC vs WPC tier, subfloor leveling needs, and tear-out of old flooring.
Your project
Floor area (sq ft)
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Area
Finished floor area including closets; add waste mentally or order extra cartons onsite. |
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Plank tier
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Plank
Entry SPC is thinner; commercial-grade wear layers install similarly but cost more. |
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Subfloor prep
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Subfloor
Flatness within spec avoids hollow spots — leveling adds compound labor. |
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Your state
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Your state
Scales midpoints for typical state-level labor and material costs versus the U.S. average. Not a local contractor bid. |
Options
How to use this calculator
- Enter floor square footage.
- Choose plank tier and subfloor prep level.
- Select your state.
- Toggle removal or transitions if needed.
Results explained
Installed midpoints include adhesive or click-lock labor typical for rigid core — not stair noses (price stairs separately).
Quick reference: LVP install
| Tier | Per sq ft |
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| Entry SPC | $5.85 |
| Mid rigid | $7.45 |
| Self-level add-on | +$1.85 |
How the estimate is built
(Plank tier rate) × area plus subfloor prep per sq ft and optional removal/transitions, state scaled.
Example scenario
850 sq ft mid LVP with minor prep ≈ $6,460 at U.S. average.
FAQ
Floating vs glue-down?
Midpoints assume common floating click installs unless local code requires glue.
Moisture slab test?
Concrete moisture mitigation is not modeled — failing tests need epoxy barriers.
Furniture move?
Not included — compare to interior painting moving toggle for labor feel.