Flooring Installation & Refinishing in Athens, GA
Athens has one of the most diverse housing stocks in NE Georgia. Southern Woods Flooring serves Athens and Clarke County from our Bethlehem showroom — just 35 minutes away.
Athens sits about 35 minutes east of our Bethlehem showroom, and we've been working in Clarke County since the mid-1990s. The city's mix of historic homes, mid-century ranches, and newer suburban construction means no two flooring projects look the same — and that's exactly the kind of work we're good at.
Whether you're uncovering heart pine floors in a Normaltown bungalow, replacing worn carpet in a Boulevard rental, or installing LVP in a new build off Epps Bridge, our crew knows what to expect when we walk in. We understand the subfloor conditions in older Athens homes and the builder shortcuts in newer ones.
Athens homeowners also deal with a unique challenge: many homes near campus change hands frequently. If you're a landlord or investor, we can recommend flooring that holds up to heavy traffic without breaking your budget. If you're a homeowner planning to stay, we'll help you invest in floors that last decades.
Flooring in Athens Homes
Athens has one of the most diverse housing stocks in NE Georgia. The Boulevard and Normaltown neighborhoods feature early-1900s bungalows and Craftsman homes with original heart pine and oak hardwood floors — many hidden under decades of carpet. The Eastside and Five Points areas have mid-century ranch homes with hardwood under vinyl or carpet, while newer subdivisions off the Epps Bridge Parkway corridor feature builder-grade oak and carpet-heavy floor plans from the 2000s and 2010s.
Athens Neighborhoods We Serve
Most Requested Services in Athens
Hardwood Refinishing in Athens
Older Athens homes in Boulevard, Normaltown, and Five Points often have original hardwood floors buried under carpet. Refinishing reveals the character and adds significant value.
Hardwood Installation in Athens
Historic Athens homes with damaged or missing sections need new hardwood that matches existing floors. We weave in new planks so the repair disappears.
LVP & Vinyl in Athens
Rental properties and student housing near UGA benefit from LVP's durability, water resistance, and easy maintenance between tenants.
Tile & Stone
Kitchen and bathroom remodels in Athens' older homes frequently involve replacing worn linoleum or dated tile with modern porcelain or natural stone.
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Why Athens Homeowners Choose Southern Woods
We're local.
Not a franchise rep driving in from across the state. We're about 35 minutes west of downtown Athens via US-78. If you know the Georgia Square Mall area or the Epps Bridge Parkway shopping corridor, our showroom in Bethlehem is a straight shot down 78 West.
The showroom.
35 minutes from Athens. Walk in, see the products, talk to someone who knows flooring. No pressure.
Dust-free refinishing.
If you're refinishing hardwood in a home you're living in, this matters. Bona's lab testing shows 99.8% dust reduction — in real-world conditions, we consistently see 95–97% containment. Your house stays clean.
One company for everything.
In Athens, that most often means bringing back the hardwood already under your feet, new hardwood across the main floor, waterproof LVP in the kitchen and baths, and tile and stone in the bathrooms. One team. One schedule. One invoice.
What NE Georgia Homeowners Say
Real reviews from verified Google customers across our service area.
"Choosing Southern Woods Flooring was one of the best decisions I've ever made! From my initial consultation with Zac to the installation team's work, the entire experience was phenomenal. The flooring in my primary room and closets looks amazing. The craftsmanship is top-notch. The team arrived on time, were pleasant and professional, and thoroughly cleaned up after the installation. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!"
"We recently had Southern Woods refinish our 20+ year old engineered hardwood floors. They turned out beautiful and look better than new! We had water damage in one corner that was filled in with some hardwood scraps we had saved and is now undetectable. Alma and crew were efficient, careful and communicated well regarding next steps. We're so glad we chose to give the engineered hardwood a longer life."
"Tiling, carpeting and wood flooring were done. All aspects of the process was met with professionalism and quality. Couldn't have ask for a better experience. Highly recommend Rob and his crew."
Frequently Asked Questions — Athens
Yes. We work with landlords and property managers on rental homes and condos near UGA regularly. We can recommend flooring that handles high tenant turnover — LVP is a popular choice because it's waterproof, scratch-resistant, and looks great for years without refinishing.
Almost always. Many older Athens homes — especially in Five Points, Boulevard, and Normaltown — have solid hardwood under carpet or vinyl. We'll pull up a corner during the proposal visit to check condition. If the wood is solid and at least 3/4 inch thick, refinishing is usually the best option. Our Bona dust-free system means your home stays clean during the process.
Most refinishing projects in Athens take 3-5 days depending on square footage and the number of coats. A 1,500 sq ft home with two coats of finish is typically done in 4 days. You'll need to be out of the rooms being finished, but you can usually stay in the house.
Yes. We've installed flooring in offices, restaurants, and retail spaces in the Athens area. Commercial projects often call for LVP, commercial carpet, or concrete coatings depending on the space. Call us for a commercial proposal.
For high-traffic Athens homes, we usually recommend either LVP (waterproof, scratch-resistant, budget-friendly) or hardwood with a commercial-grade Bona finish (more premium, refinishable for decades). Both handle pets and kids well. Come see both options in our showroom.
About 35 minutes. Take US-78 West toward Monroe and Bethlehem. Our showroom is at 799 Christmas Ave, Suite 600, Bethlehem, GA 30620. Walk-ins welcome Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.
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Ready to talk about floors in Athens?
Get a free proposal, call us, or visit the showroom in Bethlehem — just 35 minutes from Athens.