Samvel did an awesome job on July 30,2025. We didn't have a big budget and went with sanding our hand-scraped floors, with the understanding that the finish would come out smooth which was a great solution for us. The high-quality work was done efficiently and thoroughly. Highly recommend.

We reached out to several service providers for quotes and ultimately chose GSE. The owner provided a free quote and conducted himself professionally--he was honest, responsive, and straightforward. While their pricing wasn't the lowest, it was reasonable and competitive. The project took slightly longer than initially planned, but the quality of work was excellent, and we're very satisfied with the results. I appreciated their professionalism, especially their attention to detail. They took precautions to minimize dust by using protective covers and even identified and fixed a leveling issue we hadn't noticed. Overall, we had a great experience with GSE and highly recommend their services. Thank you!

They did an amazing job on my floors. Only took 2-3 days for downstairs and upstairs. Nice that they moved my furniture for me. My floors look amazing and super soft because they put double cork layer down for me.

Nice work repaired our hardwood floor water damage. Easy communication. Would hire again.

We needed refinishing of a lot of hardwood floors after ~20 years of scratches, abuse and water damage. They came out fantastic and they were very honest and upfront about pricing. The quality is great. They were easy to schedule with and did a great job getting everything done quickly.

The other 2-star reviews are telling the truth. Unfortunately I experienced something similar. They weren't the cheapest option so I was hoping the higher price meant more attention to detail, but no. The floor itself was done well and timely. Samvel was responsive to texts and accommodating so I was not expecting what ensued and I am disappointed. Everything was going well until I walked in and saw my vacant unit was messier than when I left it. Lots of dust which was understandable but the toilets had splashes of urine, the sinks in the bathroom and kitchen were super dirty, the mirrors in the bathrooms had water splashes, and worst of all my cabinets were splashed with cement that was used to level the floor. Thankfully the cement came off after some scraping but I dont understand why tarps or plastic werent used to cover the cabinets - painters know to use tarps so whats the difference? Would probably help with keeping the dust off too. I contacted Samvel calmly stating I understood that there would be dust and workers of course would have to use the restroom and sink - that's not the problem. The problem is leaving the place worse than how you found it. He responded that they're not a cleaning company which ok... but common courtesy is to at least clean up after yourself + if you work with cement to be careful, no? I was hopeful for better service given all the great reviews so this was disappointing. If you use them, carefully supervise and ask if they'll clean up after themselves or if that's an extra charge...

GSE did a stellar job. We had a bedroom and a bathroom that had cat urine stains. I was worried that if we only got those rooms done that it wouldn't match the rest of the hardwood in the house. They said because of the dividing perpendicular plank in each doorway, any variation would be less noticeable. Well, it looks fabulous. They replaced the damaged planks and did a couple sample spots to choose the stain to match the existing finish. They were courteous about covering the cabinets to protect them from dust. The workers arrived exactly on time each day and were polite and skilled workmen. We will definitely use this company again for any flooring needs.

Title: Exceptional Flooring Services Exceeding Expectations I am writing this review to express my utmost satisfaction and appreciation for GSE Flooring and their exceptional team member, Sam. They recently assisted in repairing and upgrading my home's flooring, which had unfortunately been subjected to extensive water damage due to a dishwasher leak. The issue had caused significant deterioration to my wooden floors, which were not just rotten but also alarmingly uneven. A task as complex and potentially problematic as this required a high degree of professionalism and expertise, and I am glad to say GSE Flooring exceeded my expectations. Sam and his team stood out, showing an impressive level of diligence and skill. They started by addressing the rotten sections of the flooring, meticulously removing the damaged materials, and ensuring the remaining structure was sound and ready for improvement. Their thorough preparation phase allowed for a smooth transition into the flooring installation. What amazed me was their efficiency in tackling the problem of the uneven floor. The team, equipped with the right tools and the correct techniques, made it seem effortless. In reality, I know it requires tremendous knowledge and experience. Thanks to their excellent craftsmanship, my floors are now not only structurally sound but also beautifully level. Moreover, they managed to install exquisite new tiles that have drastically improved the aesthetics of my home. The selection of the tiles complemented the existing decor and added an unexpected level of elegance. I am absolutely thrilled with the quality of the tiles and the finesse of their installation. An additional commendation goes to the team for their speedy work. Completing such an extensive project in just 4 days was nothing short of impressive. They were punctual, maintained an organised working environment, and demonstrated utmost respect for my home throughout the entire process. GSE Flooring's dedication to providing top-notch service, quality craftsmanship, and speedy delivery left a lasting impression on me. Their professionalism and attention to detail are unmatched. I would wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone seeking comprehensive flooring solutions. Sam, with his dedication, expertise, and customer-friendly approach, was a pleasure to work with. His hands-on involvement in the project was greatly appreciated. His commitment to perfection and customer satisfaction makes him a shining star in the flooring industry. In summary, if you are looking for a reliable, professional, and highly skilled flooring company, GSE Flooring is the name you can trust. I guarantee that you won't be disappointed.

Pro: - Punctual and stays on schedule. Cons: - No attention to detail. If you are going to hire GSE, I recommend doing two things: 1. Project manage the job closely, especially if his employee Eduardo is on your job. He is unprofessional, does not treat the home with respect, and rushes on his tasks. I've had to ask him to redo things multiple times throughout my projects. If you feel like you're being nit-picky, don't. Samvel's team lacks attention to detail, and you should hold a high bar on quality and craftmanship. Samvel claims to take his work seriously, but the quality of their jobs tell me otherwise. 2. Inspect the job THOROUGHLY before Samvel leaves. I hired Samvel twice, once in 2023 to refinish my property in Redwood City, and again in 2024 to install new flooring in my new property in San Mateo. Although I wasn't totally happy with the first job, I hired GSE again because I felt I at least knew what to look out for. During the refinishing job, Samvel stored my furniture in my garage and backyard. While they were sanding, they kept my garage door open and the sanding dust got into absolutely everything. He also did not cover up the furniture that was placed outside for the duration of the project, and my furniture got bleached by the sunlight. I would have appreciated it if he cared to cover up my furniture with something more than just a plastic sheet and kept the garage closed while sanding. After the job was finished, I spotted several corners (especially in the closets) where the old finish was still left un-sanded. That's when I knew GSE does not pay attention to detail, especially in the less conspicuous areas. During the second job, Samvel's team took off some of the panels on the kitchen cabinets while demo'ing the flooring and stored them in the garage. The panels got lost in the shuffle with other contractors coming in and out of the house for other remodeling jobs. Samvel should have known better than to store the panels in the garage where there was already a lot of trash from all the remodeling. But ok, it's his job to manage the other contractors, so I didn't raise any issues with it and I told him not to worry about it. After Samvel's team left, we had the handyman come back to reinstall the doors that were taken off while the painters were in the house. One of the bedroom doors wouldn't close anymore (I had confirmed all the doors were working before I paid the handyman for his services). It turns out, the door frame was pushed out by the baseboard (which Samvel's employee installed) that was cut too long and jammed in by force. I told Samvel about this, and he was adamant that it could not have been his team who did it. No one else has touched the baseboards. My handyman thankfully was willing to fix it for us, so I was ready to let it go, until I found doodling on my brand new flooring while cleaning the house before move-in. I have a strong suspicion it was Eduardo. The last nail in the coffin that really tipped me over the top was when I found several gaps in the floorboards during my more detailed walk-through of the house after Samvel left. I sent him the photos of the gaps and he said he would come and fix everything. The flooring is already all installed, which means he would either need to tear everything out again from the edges, or cut those specific boards, and glue down the replacements. We absolutely did not want that because of glue off-gassing, so I passed on his offer to correct the errors. At the end of the day, I'll probably forget about the gaps soon enough. Maybe I'm the a-hole being nit picky here, but this was not a cheap job and I definitely do not think I had anything more than a 2-star experience.

I needed custom parquet flooring. GSE got the wood and made parquet from scratch. The flooring looks wonderful. Sam, the owner, was very responsive