I had Empire Today install multiple flooring -- in one day. In summary, it was unprofessional, lacked any craftsmanship and frustrating due to the lack of their ability to speak English. Unfortunately my attempts to correct any of the multitude of discrepancies were ignored. What I found funny about the entire matter was that Empire Today (i.e., a representative named Natalie) actually sent out a “crew” within a few days of my
initial complaint. They arrived after 6:30 PM, were almost two hours late and unapologetic. They had no idea of the extent of the work required and I showed them all the discrepancies (e.g.,
hardwood flooring,
laminate flooring, punctured heating system, trash, etc.). The head of the crew was actually embarrassed, took pictures of all the discrepancies, stated they were unprepared to undertake the extensive repairs and said he would inform the “local office” to have them reschedule. I asked when I would hear from someone and he said tomorrow. Needless to say I heard from no one. After another week I called Al Rivera, a sales manager, at the “local office” and explained what happened. He stated that he would “look into it and call right back.” He never called back. After another week I spoke with Natalie again and she promised to “look into it and call right back.” She never called back. After surfing the internet and reading the complaints, I realized I was taken by Empire Today and they were just another “high-pitch-sales and no service” company. I gave up on any expectation of Empire Today making things right. Since I’m a disabled military veteran existing on disability, I had to pay someone else to fix all (i.e., those that could be fixed) these unexpected and unwarranted flooring issues. I paid for my mistake with the selection of Empire Today. However, I felt compelled to follow-up with a testimonial on the Empire Today web page. As expected it wasn’t a positive endorsement. Within hours I was called by the “corporate office” (i.e., a representative named Helen). She told me she would ask about recompense. The next day she called me and said the “regional office” was “looking into it.” Helen called back the next day and stated that Empire Today would only pay for the trash removal and not the flooring discrepancies – since I paid cash and had no “paperwork”. I requested that she have the “regional office” manager call me and explain why Empire Today did nothing to correct THEIR mistakes for over six weeks. She said she would pass on the request. Within hours Tim Sherwin, the “regional office” manager called back. Our first conversation wasn’t positive – he attacked my integrity, was condescending, attempted to belittle me and was certainly uninformed. He kept referring to my “alleged” discrepancies and I told him to look at the pictures “his” crew took before he said “alleged” again. Tim Sherwin called back the next day and his attitude was even worse. I found it odd because he still hadn’t looked at the pictures his own company took. I found him arrogant and disrespectful as well as uninformed and told him so. He said he would “look into it and call sometime next week.” I told him I was very disappointed with the way I was treated and being treated by Empire Today and was going to inform his endorsers, sponsors and potential buyers of my experience. His response, “do whatever you want to do.” MY ADVISE – DON’T USE EMPIRE TODAY.
1. Written by ClarksUniversal, on 03-03-2009 19:49
We jumped through all the hoops to be hired as Empire Installers - My advice to ALL - purchase your flooring at Lowes or Home Depot and find an independant installer - we advertise on Craig's List. Empire is a rip off, charging huge rates for average material, paying big comissions. But - the "Big Box" retailers have huge hidden installation fees...
Be sure to check your installer's references & insurance/
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2. Written by luvmurad, on 18-10-2008 00:17
dont use them they put they show you one wood and put another. They put the wrong one in our house. I am so sad. They havent called to tell me how they will fix it . They stained my couch with black oil. The did a crappy job on the corners. I t is distasteful. we are stuck with wood we dont like in our house 
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3. Written by DaWoimHasToined, on 26-06-2008 21:05
Mr. Company Response,
'Thank you for brining your concerns'? 
Brining
Your email address is protected because you don't won't to communicate with anyone.
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4. Written by LURAL, on 15-06-2008 16:30
Thanks so much for your comments as I've seen more than enough to change my mine about doing business with Empire Today.They advertise all over TEXAS and I was just about to call them. I just so happen to look them up and so this website and boy am I glad. I will proceed to Home Depot where I know for sure I will get quality work as well as good customer service. I have used them before. Again, Thanks alot and I hope the millions of people use this site and refuse to use them will put them out of business.
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5. Written by Annie, on 03-06-2008 18:40
 WOW! Thank you for informing someone like me who WAS going to call Empire but definitely AM NOT going to now! Thank goodness I checked into the testimonials. I tend to believe the negative ones. The company can certainly write all the positive ones they want but only negative ones come from real people that did not get what they paid for!
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6. Written by Company Response, on 23-05-2008 14:40
Thank you for brining your concerns to the attention of Empire Today. Empire Today is dedicated to providing world-class customer service to every customer. We are currently looking into the concerns mentioned in your post. Please feel free to contact us at for further assistance.
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