Kansas City’s #1 Wood Floor Contracting Company
Homeowners, builders, remodelers, and commercial GC’s have trusted Kimminau Floors to provide quality craftsmanship for the past 20 years!
At Kimminau Floors, we understand that insurance restoration companies depend on subcontractors who deliver efficiency, reliability, and exceptional quality. We recognize that our work directly reflects on their reputation. With over 20 years of experience, we’ve established ourselves as a trusted partner for restoration contractors and insurance providers, specializing in water and fire damage claims. Let’s explore why Kimminau Floors continues to be the go-to choice for restoration projects across the Kansas City metropolitan area.
Quality Products
Factory-finished hardwood floors have become increasingly popular, but many pre-finished options we encounter are not designed for refinishing due to a thin wear layer. Imagine building your dream home only to find that your floors need to be completely replaced after just 5 to 10 years. At Kimminau Floors, we exclusively offer factory-finished hardwood options that can be refinished multiple times. Our goal is to provide floors that not only look beautiful but are built to last, offering durability and long-term value for your home.
Hardwood Acclimation
Hardwood floors naturally expand and contract with changes in humidity. It is critical to ensure the home is properly enclosed and the HVAC system is fully operational before delivering and installing the hardwood. This allows the wood to adapt to the home’s normal living conditions, minimizing expansion or contraction after installation. This step is especially important with the growing popularity of wide plank floors, which are more sensitive to environmental changes.
Subfloor Preparation
One of the most common complaints we hear—second only to gaps in the floor—is squeaking. These irritating noises are typically caused by movement in the subfloor, and if not addressed, they can lead to long-term issues. To prevent this, we ensure the subfloor is properly sanded, seams are smoothed, and panels are securely fastened. This not only provides a flatter, more stable surface but also helps prevent squeaks from developing over time.
Unfinished Engineered Planks
In many newly constructed homes, we encounter issues such as crowned or cupped hardwoods and gaps between planks, often due to significant humidity fluctuations. While proper acclimation could have prevented some of these issues, significant humidity fluctuations still cause movement. Unfinished Engineered planks resist expansion and contraction more effectively than solid hardwoods and, unlike cheap pre-finished options, can be refinished as many times as solid wood floors. This ensures your floors remain stable and beautiful for years to come.
Showroom with Custom Finish Options
At Kimminau Floors, we understand that custom builders take pride in offering their clients unique, one-of-a-kind selections that make their homes stand out. Our boutique showroom in Grandview is thoughtfully designed to guide clients through the selection process, showcasing a wide variety of hardwood species, finishes, and styles. We collaborate closely with builders to streamline the selection process, ensuring it’s as smooth and stress-free as possible. The result is a truly personalized experience that delivers exactly what your clients envision for their homes.
Quality Products
Factory-finished hardwood floors have become increasingly popular, but many pre-finished options we encounter are not designed for refinishing due to a thin wear layer. Imagine building your dream home only to find that your floors need to be completely replaced after just 5 to 10 years. At Kimminau Floors, we exclusively offer factory-finished hardwood options that can be refinished multiple times. Our goal is to provide floors that not only look beautiful but are built to last, offering durability and long-term value for your home.
Hardwood Acclimation
Hardwood floors naturally expand and contract with changes in humidity. It is critical to ensure the home is properly enclosed and the HVAC system is fully operational before delivering and installing the hardwood. This allows the wood to adapt to the home’s normal living conditions, minimizing expansion or contraction after installation. This step is especially important with the growing popularity of wide plank floors, which are more sensitive to environmental changes.
Subfloor Preparation
One of the most common complaints we hear—second only to gaps in the floor—is squeaking. These irritating noises are typically caused by movement in the subfloor, and if not addressed, they can lead to long-term issues. To prevent this, we ensure the subfloor is properly sanded, seams are smoothed, and panels are securely fastened. This not only provides a flatter, more stable surface but also helps prevent squeaks from developing over time.
Unfinished Engineered Planks
In many newly constructed homes, we encounter issues such as crowned or cupped hardwoods and gaps between planks, often due to significant humidity fluctuations. While proper acclimation could have prevented some of these issues, significant humidity fluctuations still cause movement. Unfinished Engineered planks resist expansion and contraction more effectively than solid hardwoods and, unlike cheap pre-finished options, can be refinished as many times as solid wood floors. This ensures your floors remain stable and beautiful for years to come.
Showroom with Custom Finish Options
At Kimminau Floors, we understand that custom builders take pride in offering their clients unique, one-of-a-kind selections that make their homes stand out. Our boutique showroom in Grandview is thoughtfully designed to guide clients through the selection process, showcasing a wide variety of hardwood species, finishes, and styles. We collaborate closely with builders to streamline the selection process, ensuring it’s as smooth and stress-free as possible. The result is a truly personalized experience that delivers exactly what your clients envision for their homes.
Ben Kimminau began his career in the hardwood flooring industry in 2005, dedicating his first five years to mastering the complexities of insurance restoration projects. During this time, he gained invaluable experience in repairing and replacing hardwood floors damaged by water, fire, and other unforeseen events. This hands-on expertise allowed him to develop a deep understanding of the unique challenges restoration work presents, from matching existing flooring to mitigating moisture issues and ensuring seamless installations. Over the years, Kimminau Floors has built on this foundation, becoming a trusted partner for restoration contractors and insurance companies.
When handling insurance claims, time is critical. Homeowners affected by water or fire damage are often displaced from their homes, with their daily routines significantly disrupted. Swift action is essential not only to address the damage but also to help families regain a sense of normalcy as quickly as possible. At Kimminau Floors, we understand the urgency these situations demand. Our streamlined processes and experienced professionals ensure we can quickly assess the damage, provide accurate estimates, and begin the restoration process without delay.
At Kimminau Floors, we recognize that clear communication and thorough documentation are essential for successful insurance restoration projects. From the initial assessment to the final walkthrough, we prioritize transparency and keep all stakeholders informed every step of the way. Our team works closely with insurance adjusters, restoration contractors, and homeowners to ensure expectations are aligned and timelines are met.
One of the key advantages that sets Kimminau Floors apart from other local flooring companies is our ability to offer a complete turn-key solution to our clients. We can seamlessly coordinate and manage additional trades such as movers, painters, plumbers, and cleaners as part of the project. Since most insurance restoration projects require the involvement of multiple trades, our turn-key service simplifies the process for homeowners and insurance companies alike. This streamlined approach has proven to be highly effective, saving time and reducing stress while ensuring that every aspect of the project is handled with professionalism and care.
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Yes, our team of NWFA-certified professionals is highly skilled in matching and repairing hardwood floors. We are trained to identify the correct species, grade, and finish of your client’s existing floor. Additionally, we specialize in techniques like lacing in new planks to ensure that the repaired area blends seamlessly with the rest of the floor, delivering a flawless, cohesive result.
Yes, Kimminau Floors provides a one-year craftsmanship warranty on our hardwood floor installation and refinishing services. We are committed to ensuring every floor meets the highest standards of quality and durability. For more details about our warranty coverage, please feel free to contact us or discuss it with a representative during your consultation.
Kimminau Floors carries comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers’ compensation, automobile liability, general liability, and umbrella policies. This ensures protection for our team, our clients, and their projects at all times.
Yes, Kimminau Floors employs six dedicated crews, each led by NWFA-certified craftsmen. This allows us to efficiently manage up to six projects simultaneously, ensuring that all projects are completed on time and to the highest standards of quality.
Our team uses a variety of moisture meters to detect any planks with elevated moisture levels. These affected planks are then removed and replaced with new, properly acclimated planks to ensure a stable and long-lasting installation. We will not sand planks that are “cupped” and will always require them to be replaced.
Yes, our team is fully equipped to handle subfloor repairs. We can remove and replace damaged subfloor panels, as well as shim or shave floor joists to level the subfloor if necessary. Proper subfloor preparation is an essential part of our installation process to ensure a stable and durable hardwood floor.
Our team is experienced in working with various scheduling platforms such as BuilderTrend, Procore, and CoConstruct. We value collaborating with organized contractors who provide regular scheduling updates to ensure smooth project coordination. Internally, we use Jobber to manage work assignments. Automated email and text reminders are sent in advance to keep you informed about upcoming scheduled visits, ensuring seamless communication and timely execution.
Yes, we provide comprehensive documentation for every job, including insurance restoration projects. We track key metrics such as stain, sealer, finish coats, sheen levels, subfloor moisture content, hardwood moisture content, temperature, humidity, sanding package, hardwood species, width, and grade, among others. Additionally, we document photos using our CompanyCam app, which allows for easy sharing and access. This thorough documentation ensures transparency and supports the claims process.
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Copyright © 2024 Kimminau Wood Floors. All Rights Reserved.