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Now Your New Floor Can Be Brought to Your Door

Holding Dual Degrees, This Engineer Served Fortune 500 Companies and Now Brings No. 1 Flooring Brand to Greater Harrisburg Area

Wendy Langan, Floor Coverings International franchisee, visits customers’ homes in a Mobile Flooring Showroom stocked with thousands of flooring samples and serves clients throughout the Greater Harrisburg area, including Hershey and more.
Wendy Langan, Floor Coverings International franchisee, visits customers’ homes in a Mobile Flooring Showroom stocked with thousands of flooring samples and serves clients throughout the Greater Harrisburg area, including Hershey and more. (shannon confair)

Harrisburg, PA – Wendy Langan, a seasoned corporate professional turned entrepreneur, has opened her locally owned and operated Floor Coverings International franchise, serving the Greater Harrisburg area, including Hershey and communities east to Reading, PA. With over 20 years of experience in supply chain management, engineering, and project management—including roles at Fortune 500 companies like The Hershey Company—Langan combines her corporate expertise with a passion for simplifying life for busy families and professionals.

A Lehigh University graduate with dual degrees in Materials Science and Engineering and an MBA, Langan brings critical thinking skills and a focus on efficient systems to her new venture. As a mother of three, she recognized the demand for hassle-free home services. “The in-home flooring experience—from shopping to installation—saves clients time and stress,” said Langan. “I’m thrilled to offer a service that aligns with the needs of our community while supporting local jobs.”

Langan emphasizes the growing popularity of Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP), a durable, waterproof flooring option that replicates the look of hardwood or stone. “LVP is ideal for busy households and high-traffic areas,” she noted. “Its affordability and low maintenance make it a top choice for homeowners.”

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Floor Coverings International’s unique mobile showroom brings hundreds of samples directly to clients’ homes, allowing them to visualize products in their own space. This service caters especially to time-strapped parents and professionals seeking a seamless renovation process.

Born and raised in the Harrisburg area, Langan takes pride in operating a woman-owned business that reinvests in the community. “Helping neighbors create beautiful, functional homes is incredibly rewarding,” she said.

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Floor Coverings International (FCI) is a fresh addition to the area. One of its most innovative features is the Mobile Showroom, which brings the flooring store directly to customers' homes or businesses. This eliminates the need for customers to transport heavy samples, as FCI arrives fully prepared to showcase an array of products for all flooring projects and investments. No more running to different stores, the mobile showroom comes right to the customer’s door with over 3000 flooring options. The homeowner can peruse samples next to their existing decor and lighting. This has revolutionized the way people buy floors.

The big favorites throughout the system? Pet and kid-friendly floors that clean up with one mopping and look like genuine wood. Area favorites are:

● Sustainable Materials: Homeowners are turning to laminate flooring crafted from eco-friendly materials such as recycled wood fibers.

● Authentic Wood Look: The demand for realistic-looking wood floors continues to soar.

● Waterproof Performance: Given recent erratic weather conditions everywhere, waterproof laminate floors are hot!

● Vinyl Flooring: As technology advances, vinyl flooring gets close to natural wood and stone looks that are easily cleaned with a damp mop.

● Carpet: There are still die-hard carpet lovers because of the feeling and look of cozy and warm –Not so much shag. Many more flat pile, textures and patterned looks are available.

● Engineered Hardwood Flooring: This is the best in luxury flooring offering real wood veneers with remarkably high quality and detail.

For more information, visit https://floorcoveringsinternational.com/locations/us/pa/harrisburg/

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About Floor Coverings International Norcross, GA-based Floor Coverings International ranks consistently as the No. 1 Mobile Flooring Franchise in North America by Entrepreneur Magazine. The 240 franchisees (with 95 more under development) and their Design Associates offer a unique in-home experience with a mobile showroom that comes directly to the client’s door. More than 3,000 flooring choices are available to view in the home with and alongside the existing lighting, paint, and furniture. The company will open several more locations throughout the U.S. and Canada through franchise expansion. For franchise information, please visit www.flooring-franchise.com.

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