# Flooring Commissioning

> Flooring Commissioning is a quality-focused process that reduces the risk of flooring failure and warranty denial. Owner-hired, independent verification and documentation, from design through turnover, confirm that the flooring installation is compliant with specifications and manufacturers' requirements.

This site is operated by the Flooring Commissioning Council, a Virginia 501(c)(6) credentialing body. Contact: info@flooringcommissioning.com, 804-525-9636. Qualified providers are listed at https://www.flooringcommissioning.com/flooring-commissioning-providers.html.

## Pages
- [Flooring Commissioning](https://www.flooringcommissioning.com/): Flooring Commissioning is a quality-focused process that reduces the risk of flooring failure and warranty denial. Owner-hired, independent verification and documentation, from design through turnover, confirm that the flooring installation is compliant with specifications and manufacturers' requirements.
- [Section 01 91 23.73: Interior Finishes Commissioning - Flooring](https://www.flooringcommissioning.com/specification-01-91-23-73.html): Download the editable Word file of Section 01 91 23.73, Interior Finishes Commissioning - Flooring. A Division 01 Owner requirement coordinated with Division 09 flooring sections. Definitions, qualifications, submittals, hold point, and execution.
- [AIA LU|HSW Course on Flooring Commissioning](https://www.flooringcommissioning.com/aia-ces-courses.html): AIA CES course CF27, Reduce the Risk of Flooring Failure Through Flooring Commissioning: 1 LU|HSW, offered at no charge under AIA CES Provider 10144722.
- [Flooring Commissioning Providers](https://www.flooringcommissioning.com/flooring-commissioning-providers.html): Flooring Commissioning Authority providers meeting the independence and qualification requirements of Section 01 91 23.73. CertiFloor Inc., Ashland, Virginia: 804-525-9636, info@certifloors.com.
- [Flooring Commissioning FAQ](https://www.flooringcommissioning.com/faq.html): Common questions about Flooring Commissioning: how it differs from inspection and contractor QC, what the Flooring CxA does and does not do, who pays, and where it belongs in the project manual.

## Key facts
- Verification is against the Contract Documents, approved submittals, and manufacturers' instructions.
- Covers all Division 09 flooring; excludes sealed, polished, or painted concrete.
- The Flooring CxA is an Owner-hired specialty consultant under a separate agreement.
- Flooring Commissioning projects: commercial construction, including K-12, higher education, medical, senior living, and hospitality facilities.
- AIA CES course CF27, 1 LU|HSW, Provider 10144722, no charge.
- Spec download: https://www.flooringcommissioning.com/spec/01-91-23-73-flooring-commissioning.docx
- Floors fail when installation instructions are not followed. Warranty claims are denied when something was done incorrectly, or the Owner cannot prove it was done correctly.
- What changed: warranty requirement lists got longer; requirements change after design and award; manufacturers require independent documentation; flooring is installed on an honor system.
- The Flooring CxA monitors ambient conditions after the flooring contractor leaves the site, through Substantial Completion, with remote access for the Owner.
- Flooring Commissioning does not guarantee warranty coverage; the manufacturer's terms determine coverage.