Business Details
Expert Hardwood Flooring Solutions in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Habitat Hardwood Flooring is a premier flooring contractor serving Santa Rosa Beach, Panama City Beach, and surrounding areas in Florida. Founded by husband-and-wife team Derek and Amanda Swegle, both recognized by Hardwood Floors Magazine as top professionals under 40, the company combines technical expertise with artistic vision to deliver exceptional results. As NWFA-certified professionals, they specialize in hardwood installation, restoration, and UV-cured finishing, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment for dust-free sanding and immediate floor usability. Their commitment to education ensures clients receive informed guidance throughout every project phase, from material selection to final finishing.With a focus on sustainability and healthy indoor environments, they offer low-VOC finishes and reclaimed wood solutions. Their reputation for punctuality, transparent communication, and meticulous attention to detail has earned them consistent five-star reviews and recognition as one of the region's most trusted flooring providers. Whether handling complex patterned floors or emergency repairs, their team maintains rigorous quality standards while prioritizing client satisfaction and long-term value.
Services
Hardwood Flooring Installation
Floor Restoration & Refinishing
Deep Cleaning & Maintenance
Dust-Free Sanding
Custom Staining & Finishes
Highlights and features
- NWFA-certified professionals with industry recognition
- Dust-free sanding technology for cleaner environments
- UV-cured finishing for immediate floor usability
- Personalized service with transparent communication
- Sustainable solutions using reclaimed wood and low-VOC finishes
Associations and certifications
- National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA)
What people say
Exceptional craftsmanship
Professionalism
Timely completion
Beautiful results
Highly recommend
Services
Hardwood Flooring Installation
Habitat Hardwood Flooring provides expert hardwood installation for residential and commercial properties. Using NWFA-certified techniques, their team handles projects over wood subfloors or concrete slabs with precision fastening systems. They offer personalized guidance in selecting appropriate materials while maintaining strict quality control throughout the installation process. Their services include patterned flooring options like herringbone and chevron for customized aesthetics.
Floor Restoration & Refinishing
Specializing in wood floor restoration, the company revitalizes worn surfaces through meticulous sanding and refinishing. Their process removes scratches, dents, and stains while preserving the wood's natural character. They apply custom stains and protective finishes that enhance durability and increase property value. This service includes repairing damaged boards and matching existing flooring for seamless results.
Dust-Free Sanding
Utilizing advanced dust containment systems with HEPA filtration, Habitat Hardwood Flooring offers 99% dust-free sanding solutions. This technology protects indoor air quality while achieving superior surface preparation. The process enables immediate floor usability after refinishing without cleanup delays, making it ideal for occupied homes and businesses requiring minimal disruption.
Custom Staining & Finishes
The company offers extensive customization through eco-friendly staining and finishing options. Their specialists apply low-VOC products that highlight wood grain while creating durable protective layers. Services include texturing for rustic effects and UV-cured finishes that provide instant durability. They ensure color consistency and finish quality across both new installations and restoration projects.
UV-Cured Floor Finishing
Habitat Hardwood Flooring implements cutting-edge UV-cured finishing technology for rapid results. This process uses ultraviolet light to instantly cure protective coatings on hardwood, luxury vinyl, and concrete surfaces. The finish achieves full durability before technicians leave the property, allowing immediate use without drying periods. It offers superior scratch resistance and incorporates antimicrobial protection options for enhanced safety.
People
Derek Swegle
Owner & NWFA-Certified Professional
Recognized in Hardwood Floors Magazine as a top professional under 40, Derek Swegle brings technical expertise and artistic vision to every project. He specializes in hardwood installation, patterned flooring, and UV-cured finishing while maintaining rigorous quality standards and transparent client communication.
Amanda Swegle
Owner & NWFA-Certified Professional
A 2024 Hardwood Floors Magazine honoree, Amanda Swegle combines craftsmanship with client-focused service. Her expertise includes floor restoration, reclaimed wood applications, and sustainable finishing solutions. She ensures every project maintains Habitat's commitment to quality, timeliness, and environmental responsibility.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Santa Rosa Beach, Panama City Beach, Panama City, and surrounding communities in Walton and Bay Counties, Florida.
Are your technicians certified?
Yes, both owners are National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) certified professionals with industry recognition for excellence.
What makes your service different?
We combine technical expertise with artistic craftsmanship, using dust-free technology, UV-cured finishes, and personalized service with transparent communication.
Do you offer emergency repairs?
While we don't list specific emergency services, our team prioritizes timely solutions for urgent flooring issues during regular business hours.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payment method details aren't specified in our public information - please contact us directly for specific payment options.
Reviews (4)
J. Slo
Jan 12, 2022
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We could not be happier with Derek, and our refinished floors. He is the best contractor we've ever worked with, and we've worked with many! First of all he was knowledgeable, and patient, helping us choose the look we wanted. He put down many samples of different stain colors, to ensure that we would be happy. He scheduled our job, started on time, worked long days, and even completed the job early. He took a dark stained, scratched beyond belief floor, and turned it into a natural raw toned beautiful floor. He is a perfectionist, and someone who does not cut corners. He takes pride in his work
Bill Martinec
Feb 20, 2021
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Giving 5 stars just seems like too few. Replace the word "Good" for Quality and Value with "GREAT!" Just completed our 2nd home project. The first, 3 months ago was a 25 year overdue oak floor refinish and repair. Simply unbelievable how great it looks now. Derek and Amanda are professionals that arrive when they say and are as concerned with quality as I am. Today, the kitchen, vinyl floor removal and wood install and finish project was finished. Matches house floors perfectly. I can imagine no hardwood floor project beyond their scope and expertise! THANKS! LOVE IT!
Angeli Fowler
Aug 28, 2020
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If you want your floors done right, Habitat Hardwood Flooring is who you should hire. They really know what theyre doing, are very professional, punctual, knowledgeable, and courteous. Its the details that make a difference. My wood floors are absolutely beautiful!
Tim L.
Jul 18, 2020
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Habitat Flooring did an amazing job for us, transforming our home from a dull vinyl flooring to a vibrant real hickory floor. They are the contractor I wish we could get for every project. They provided a schedule and performed everything as promised. This company provided us a timely, quality project for the less money as other local companies here in Panama City. I highly recommend using them. We started shopping for a company to replace the flooring for our house in March. We searched around and started with two flooring companies. These companies we started with were very kind and would
