You've lived with those floors long enough. Maybe it's the scratched hardwood in the hallway, the tired tile in the kitchen, or the builder-grade carpet that felt fine for the first year and not great ever since. Whatever brought you here, you're thinking about flooring in Colorado Springs — and you want to get it right.

That's exactly what Curtis Peyton at I'm The Man Services has been doing for over 15 years. From Fountain to Monument, Curtis has helped hundreds of homeowners across El Paso County choose the right floor, install it properly, and care for it long after the job is done. He's NWFA-certified in hardwood sanding, finishing, and installation — one of a small number of flooring contractors in the area who holds that credential.

This guide walks you through every flooring option Curtis installs, when refinishing makes more sense than replacing, and what the process actually looks like when you hire a hands-on contractor who shows up and does the work himself.

Every home is different, and so is every homeowner. Curtis doesn't push a single product — he listens to how you live in your home and what you're hoping to achieve, then helps you find the floor that fits.

Hardwood Flooring There's a reason hardwood has been the go-to choice for Colorado Springs homes for generations. It adds genuine warmth, holds its value, and — when properly maintained — can last the lifetime of the house. Curtis sources hardwood through Intermountain Wood Flooring and also works with Floor & Decor, giving homeowners access to a solid range of species and stains. Red oak and hickory are the most popular choices in this area, and Curtis can walk you through the pros and cons of each based on your specific space and lifestyle.

LVP (Luxury Vinyl Plank) LVP has come a long way. Today's luxury vinyl plank looks remarkably close to real wood, holds up to moisture in ways hardwood simply can't, and costs less per square foot. For busy families, mudrooms, basements, or any space that sees real daily use, it's a smart, durable option that Curtis installs with the same care and precision as everything else.

Tile Flooring Ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, mosaic — Curtis installs all of it. Porcelain is the most commonly requested tile in Colorado Springs homes, particularly in bathrooms and kitchens, because it's dense, scratch-resistant, and stands up to Colorado's temperature swings better than some softer materials. Whether you want a clean subway tile look, large-format stone, or a custom pattern, this is where craftsmanship really shows.

Ask most Colorado Springs homeowners what they'd choose if budget weren't a factor, and hardwood comes up again and again. Part of that is aesthetic — there's nothing quite like the warmth a real wood floor brings to a living room or bedroom. But the practical case is just as strong.

Hardwood flooring is durable, refinishable, and adds resale value that other flooring types simply don't match. It also ages well in Colorado's climate when it's installed and finished correctly, which is where Curtis's NWFA certification matters.

When it comes to species, red oak and hickory each have their strengths. Red oak is the more classic choice — consistent grain, takes stain predictably, and has a familiar warmth that works in almost any home style. Hickory is harder, more rustic in character, and shows its grain dramatically. It's a great fit for craftsman-style homes and spaces that see heavier traffic.

The one thing both species need is proper maintenance. Red oak floors benefit from a recoat every five to seven years; hickory, being denser, typically holds up seven to ten years between recoats. Curtis can assess your floors and give you an honest read on where they stand.

One of the most rewarding calls Curtis gets goes something like this: a homeowner pulls back old carpet and finds solid hardwood underneath — scuffed, stained, and tired-looking, but entirely sound. What looks like a floor headed for the landfill is often a floor that just needs refinishing.

Hardwood floor refinishing in Colorado Springs is one of Curtis's most requested services, and for good reason. A proper refinish costs a fraction of new hardwood installation, and the results can be stunning — especially when the original floors have real character.

The process starts with sanding. Curtis uses Hummel sanders and full HEPA dust containment, which means far less dust migrating through your home during the job than you'd get with older equipment. Once the floors are sanded back to bare wood, the choice of stain and finish is yours. Water-based finishes dry faster and carry less odor; oil-based finishes are more traditional and offer their own aesthetic. Curtis will walk you through both.

The harder question homeowners often ask is: refinish or replace? Generally, if your hardwood is at least 3/4 inch thick and structurally sound — no cupping, no significant gaps, no soft spots — refinishing is worth doing. If the wood is thin, damaged beyond the surface, or has been refinished too many times, replacement may be the smarter investment. Curtis will tell you the truth either way.

Tile is the right call in a lot of spaces: bathrooms, kitchen floors, laundry rooms, mudrooms, entryways. It handles moisture, heavy foot traffic, and the kind of abuse that would wear out softer materials in a few years.

Porcelain is the most frequently installed tile type in Colorado Springs homes, and it earns that position. It's harder and less porous than ceramic, making it more resistant to staining and cracking. It also holds up through Colorado's freeze-thaw cycles better than some natural stone options, which matters if you're tiling an entryway or a covered outdoor space.

That said, natural stone, ceramic, and mosaic tile each have their place. Curtis installs all of them, and he's just as comfortable laying a large-format porcelain slab in a master bath as he is setting a detailed mosaic pattern in a kitchen backsplash. The design possibilities with tile flooring are genuinely broad — and Curtis is there to help you figure out what will look right and hold up long-term in your specific space.

Curtis runs a tight, owner-operated business. When you hire I'm The Man Services, you're working directly with the person who shows up, does the work, and cares about the outcome.

Here's how it typically goes:

Consultation. Curtis comes to your home, looks at the space, listens to what you're hoping to achieve, and gives you an honest assessment. No pressure, no upselling — just a real conversation about what will work.

Material selection. Based on your goals, lifestyle, and budget, Curtis helps you narrow down the right flooring option. He can also connect you with supplier showrooms so you can see materials in person before committing.

Installation. Curtis handles the installation himself, with a helper when needed. He's meticulous about prep work, subfloor condition, and the details that don't show but matter for how a floor holds up over time.

Final walkthrough. Before he considers the job done, Curtis walks the space with you, answers any questions, and makes sure you're satisfied with every square foot.

Every project comes with a workmanship warranty — five years on flooring and tile — so you're covered if anything comes up after the fact.

If you're ready to stop putting off those floors and finally do something about them, Curtis is glad to come take a look. Whether you're thinking about new hardwood flooring in Colorado Springs, a tile upgrade in your bathroom, LVP for the basement, or hardwood floor refinishing that makes your existing floors look new again — I'm The Man Services has you covered from Fountain to Monument.

[Get in touch to schedule a free consultation][link to contact page] or call Curtis directly at (719) 922-3960. You can also learn more at imthemanservices.com.

The right floor changes the feel of a home. It's the surface you walk on every day — the first thing guests notice and the last thing you want to get wrong. Curtis Peyton has spent 15 years getting it right for Colorado Springs homeowners, and he'd be glad to do the same for yours.