Original hardwood floors exist in a surprising number of Morrow's older ranch homes — installed in the 1960s and then carpeted over in later renovations. When homeowners pull up worn carpet before listing or renovating, they sometimes find salvageable oak or pine underneath. Refinishing that original wood instead of replacing it saves $2,000–$5,000 on a standard home and produces an authentic result.
Not every discovered floor is refinishable. We assess plank thickness (must have at least 3/16 inch above the tongue groove to sand), look for moisture staining from Clayton County red-clay tracked water, check for squeaks indicating loose subfloor fasteners, and count previous sanding marks. A three-coat oil-modified or water-based polyurethane finish provides 15–20 years of protection. Rental investors near Clayton State University who discover hardwood under carpet have a clear financial incentive to refinish — the ROI is strong in Morrow's resale market. Call (470) 369-6470 or fill out .