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Commercial Services

Commercial Flooring Solutions

Professional Flooring for Offices, Retail, Restaurants, and Business Environments

Flooring Built for Business

Commercial environments demand more from flooring than residential spaces. Higher foot traffic, rolling loads, strict building codes, and the need to maintain business operations during installation require specialized expertise that goes beyond standard residential work.

At BBJ Hardwood Flooring, we bring over 25 years of flooring experience to commercial projects throughout Southeast Wisconsin. From corporate offices and retail boutiques to restaurants and multi-family housing, we deliver professional installations that perform under demanding conditions while enhancing your space's aesthetic appeal.

Why Commercial Flooring Is Different

Traffic Volume: Commercial spaces experience 10-100x more foot traffic than residential homes. Flooring must be specified and installed to withstand this punishing daily use without premature wear.

Rolling Loads: Office chairs, hand trucks, pallet jacks, and furniture dollies create concentrated stress that can damage improperly specified flooring. We select products rated for your specific use case.

Code Compliance: Commercial buildings must meet ADA accessibility requirements, fire codes, and local building standards. Flooring choices affect slip resistance, threshold heights, and emergency egress.

Business Continuity

Unlike homeowners who can temporarily relocate, businesses often need to remain operational during flooring work. We plan installations to minimize disruption and can work nights and weekends when required.

Concrete Subfloors

Most commercial construction uses concrete slab subfloors, requiring different installation methods, moisture testing protocols, and product specifications than wood-framed residential construction.

Our Commercial Flooring Services

New Construction Installation

We partner with general contractors, architects, and business owners to deliver flooring installations that meet specifications, timelines, and budgets.

Our Process: Review architectural drawings and specifications, conduct site visits to assess conditions, provide detailed proposals with product recommendations, coordinate scheduling with other trades, execute installation to spec, and complete final walkthrough with punch list.

Tenant Improvements & Renovation

Refreshing an existing space requires careful planning to protect existing finishes, coordinate with ongoing operations, and meet lease deadlines.

Expertise In: Existing flooring removal and disposal, subfloor repair and leveling, installation around fixtures and millwork, phased installation for business continuity, and after-hours/weekend scheduling.

Commercial Refinishing

Extend the life of existing hardwood with professional refinishing that minimizes downtime and restores worn floors to like-new condition.

Includes: High-traffic wear pattern restoration, commercial-grade finish systems for maximum durability, fast-cure finish options to reduce downtime, and color change/rebranding support.

Maintenance Programs

Protect your flooring investment with scheduled maintenance that prevents costly refinishing.

Program Options: Regular cleaning protocol development, periodic recoating schedules, damage assessment and spot repair, and staff training on proper care.

Flooring Products for Commercial Environments

We install a comprehensive range of commercial-grade flooring, selecting the optimal product for each application:

Engineered Hardwood

Wood flooring brings warmth and prestige to commercial spaces—and with proper specification, performs beautifully under commercial traffic.

Best For: Corporate offices, law firms, boutique retail, executive suites, restaurants, hotels

Commercial Considerations: Thick wear layers (4mm+) for refinishing capability, factory-finished products with commercial-grade coatings, full-trowel glue-down installation over concrete, species selection for hardness (white oak, hickory, walnut), and oil finishes for easy spot maintenance.

Per NWFA guidelines: Engineered flooring is recommended over solid hardwood for commercial installations due to superior dimensional stability over concrete subfloors.

Luxury Vinyl Plank/Tile (LVP/LVT)

The fastest-growing commercial flooring category, luxury vinyl delivers exceptional durability, waterproof performance, and realistic wood/stone aesthetics at attractive price points.

Best For: Medical offices, retail, restaurants, education, multi-family housing, high-traffic common areas

Commercial Advantages: 100% waterproof (ideal for restaurants and healthcare), 20+ mil wear layers rated for commercial traffic, glue-down options eliminate hollow sounds, individual plank replacement possible if damaged, antimicrobial options for healthcare, and slip-resistant textures available.

Laminate Flooring

Budget-friendly option for large-scale commercial projects where realistic wood appearance is needed without premium pricing.

Best For: Large retail spaces, model units, temporary installations, budget-conscious renovations

Considerations: AC4-AC5 ratings for commercial use, quick installation for tight timelines, not suitable for wet areas or heavy rolling loads.

Industries We Serve

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Corporate Offices

From executive suites to open floor plans, we create professional environments that impress clients and enhance employee satisfaction. Wood and wood-look flooring convey success and attention to detail.

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Retail Stores

Flooring impacts customer perception immediately. We install durable, attractive flooring that supports your brand image while withstanding constant foot traffic, fitting rooms, and merchandise movement.

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Restaurants & Hospitality

Food service environments require waterproof, slip-resistant flooring that cleans easily and maintains appearance despite spills, chair movement, and heavy use.

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Multi-Family Housing

Apartment complexes, condominiums, and student housing require durable flooring that handles tenant turnover, minimizes noise transmission, and offers attractive ROI for property owners.

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Healthcare & Medical Offices

Hygiene, accessibility, and patient comfort drive flooring decisions in healthcare settings. We install products that meet antimicrobial requirements, ADA compliance, and rolling load specifications.

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Educational Facilities

Schools and universities need flooring that withstands young feet, rolling carts, and heavy cleaning while maintaining safe, attractive learning environments.

The BBJ Commercial Advantage

NWFA-Aligned Practices

We follow National Wood Flooring Association guidelines for commercial installation, ensuring your flooring performs to specification and maintains warranty coverage.

Project Management

Commercial projects require coordination, communication, and accountability. We provide dedicated project management, detailed scheduling, regular progress communication, and documentation for property management.

Flexibility

We work around your business schedule with after-hours and weekend installation, phased installation to maintain operations, coordination with other trades, and expedited timelines when required.

Insurance & Compliance

Fully licensed and insured for commercial work with general liability coverage, workers' compensation, certificate of insurance provided on request, and OSHA compliance.

Local Presence

Based in Pewaukee, we serve commercial clients throughout Southeast Wisconsin including Milwaukee metro, Madison, Waukesha County, Ozaukee County, Washington County, and the Racine/Kenosha area.

25+ Years Experience

Our decades of flooring expertise translate to fewer surprises, better problem-solving, and installations that perform as expected for years to come.

Our Commercial Project Process

A structured approach ensures successful outcomes for every commercial project:

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Consultation & Site Assessment

We meet at your location to understand project scope and goals, assess existing conditions, review specifications, discuss timeline and constraints, and identify potential challenges.

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Proposal & Product Selection

We provide a detailed written proposal, product recommendations with samples, installation method specifications, timeline and milestone schedule, and transparent pricing.

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Pre-Installation Coordination

Before work begins: subfloor testing and preparation, coordination with GC or other trades, material delivery and staging, protection of adjacent finishes, and access/security arrangements.

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Professional Installation

During installation: quality control at every phase, daily cleanup and site maintenance, progress communication, and issue resolution with documentation.

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Completion & Handoff

After installation: final walkthrough and punch list, care and maintenance documentation, warranty information, and follow-up satisfaction check.

Ready to Discuss Your Commercial Flooring Project?

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