Having been built in a community with a strong timber industry, many of the older homes in Leelanau County have flooring made of maple, cedar, and even oak trees. This flooring connects these homes to an older and simpler time in the county, so it’s understandable that many homeowners want to preserve that history for as long as possible.
Josh Craker of JC Works in Cedar provides a range of residential services, among them wood floor refinishing. Craker said that he’s been in the business for about 20 years now, and currently works as a team with one employee to service Leelanau County and the Traverse City area.
“They find some treasurers when they rip up carpet — especially in older homes, like old farmhouses,” Craker said about wood floors in the county. “Those can last a few generations, honestly, and it’s worth it to put money into flooring — it’s worth the money in the long run.”
