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Are your stairs making more noise than your kids? It's a really common problem in homes all over Ajax, and boy, can it be annoying. That constant creak, groan, or squeak every time someone goes up or down can drive you crazy. You don't have to live with it, though. We're your local neighbors who specialize in fixing these noisy steps, restoring peace and quiet to your home without a huge fuss.
What's Causing All That Racket?
It might seem like a mystery, but stair squeaks almost always come down to one thing: friction. Your staircase is made of many wooden parts – the treads (what you step on), the risers (the vertical pieces), and the stringers (the sawtooth frame). Over time, as a house settles and the wood expands and contracts, gaps can form. When you step on a tread, it moves just enough to rub against a riser or a nail, and voilà... you get a squeak. It's not a sign of a bad house; it's just what happens with wood construction.
Finding the exact source of the friction is the key. Sometimes it's a loose tread, other times it's the board behind it. We've got the experience to pinpoint exactly where the movement is happening, which is the first step to making it stop for good.
How We Silence Your Stairs
Our process isn't about just hammering in a few nails and hoping for the best. We take a careful approach to find a lasting solution. First, we'll walk the stairs with you to identify every single problem spot. From there, we figure out the best way to secure the loose components without making a mess of your staircase.
Depending on whether your stairs are carpeted or have exposed hardwood, our techniques might change. We often use special snap-off screws that pull the tread down tight to the joist or stringer, and the head of the screw disappears from sight. For other situations, we might use construction adhesive injected into the gaps to create a solid, silent bond between the parts. The goal is always the same: stop the movement, stop the noise. We're committed to doing it right so you're not calling us back for the same squeak next year. Contact us at (647) 898-7839 to get started.
Repair expectations: Repair appearance depends on the condition of the surrounding floor and the availability of compatible matching material.
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★★★★★
"We are so pleased with our new floors and staircase! The team removed carpet from two rooms, staircase & landing and replaced it all with beautiful hardwood. During our initial consultation, we were provided with several options on what would work best in the space, and a very reasonable quote. Rudy & his team are professional in every way - punctual, detail oriented and are truly experts in what they do. We will definitely call Delight Flooring for our next job - thanks again Rudy!"
HomeOwner • 28 Aug 2015 • HomeStars★★★★★
"Finding the right flooring can be stressful and expensive. And finding the right installer could be the same. With so many incapable installers out there, you just never know who to trust. Rudy was professional and prompt from the start. They showed up when promised and started working without delay. They nailed and used adhesive where necessary. I am very impressed with their skill and attention to detail and would recommend them to anyone. Thank you Delight Flooring and I look forward to my second floor hardwood installation."
HomeOwner • 28 Jan 2015 • HomeStars★★★★★
"Best installer I have ever had. Rudy was amazing. He completely transformed my home. He was on time and his guys were professional, polite and very hardworking. They went above and beyond. I will recommend him to anyone."
HomeOwner • 17 Jun 2014 • HomeStars