Is $3,000 to repair basement subfloor and install LVP a fair price?
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I just bought my first house with a finished basement, approximately 630 sqft including closets & bathroom. The basement subfloor was done very half assed. There was no moisture mitigation, no vapor barrier, nothing. Just OSB and 2x4s tapcon'd to concrete as best I can tell. There was carpet there before but it was poorly done too. My goal is to turn this basement into a mid-term or STR/AirBnB since the basement has a separate entrance. I want to install LVP but there are areas where the OSB has large gaps or was just done straight up shitty. I'm also wondering how hard this is for me to solo DIY as a novice, what's the most forgiving flooring for an uneven subfloor (besides carpet), and what's the most cost effective way about getting this fixed and rentable.
Quote Details
Contractors have provided quotes for the comprehensive repair and preparation of the basement subfloor, followed by the installation of LVP flooring. The scope of work includes: - Removal of existing poorly installed OSB subfloor and 2x4s - Implementation of moisture mitigation solutions - Installation of a vapor barrier - Repairing or replacing OSB in areas with large gaps or poor installation - Preparation of the subfloor to be level and suitable for LVP - Installation of LVP flooring. The quoted range for this work is $3,000 to $4,000.
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Category
Flooring
Price
$3,000
Quote Date
October 2, 2025
Home Size
630 sq ft
Flooring material
Vinyl
Removal included
No
Subfloor work?
No
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