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That constant squeak, pop, or creak from your staircase isn't just annoying; it's a sign of a problem. Wood treads and risers rubbing together, loose fasteners, or movement in the stair frame are the usual culprits. We don't mess around with quick fixes that fail in a few months. Our job is to find the source of the noise and secure your indoor stairs properly so they're solid, quiet, and safe for years to come.
What Causes Squeaky Stairs?
Stair squeaks happen for one main reason: movement. Over time, as your home settles and wood expands and contracts with humidity, gaps can form. The noise you hear is the sound of the wooden stair tread rubbing against the riser or the stringers (the side boards that support the staircase). Nails and fasteners used in original construction can also loosen, allowing for more play and more noise. It’s a simple problem of friction, but fixing it right requires more than just squirting some oil into a gap.
Our Method: A Real Repair
We believe in doing the job once and doing it right. Surface-level fixes don't last. Our approach is to eliminate the movement completely. If we can get access from underneath the staircase, we apply a heavy-duty construction adhesive to the joints between the treads, risers, and stringers. This creates a powerful bond that stops friction. We then add structural screws to lock everything together, creating a rigid and unified structure that simply can't move or make noise.
For staircases that are enclosed from below, we have specialized techniques to secure the treads from above without causing major disruption, even on carpeted stairs. We use trim-head screws that are as discreet as conditions allow or can be hidden effectively. The goal is always the same: make the staircase a single, solid unit. We identify every point of movement and systematically secure it. It's not a complicated process, but it requires experience to do it cleanly and effectively. Get it fixed properly by calling (647) 898-7839 today.
Repair expectations: Repair appearance depends on the condition of the surrounding floor and the availability of compatible matching material.
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Customer Reviews
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★★★★
"Rudy and his assistant, Mo, worked very hard to complete our stair project on time and on budget. They did not complain or come back to us with updated quotes or other issues. We are very pleased with the final result and have received many compliments on our new staircase. To add a touch of class, we offered them water from our garage fridge and to our surprise, they replaced the water they used at the end of the week. It was a very nice (but unnecessary) thing to do. Our only issue in the end was that some of the nails were still visible on the quarter round used to finish the trim work and there were a few blemishes on the stairs we had to touch up. These were very minor and ultimately, we couldn't be happier with the completed project. We would definitely recommend Rudy and his Team."
G and S • 3 Oct 2016 • HomeStars★★★★★
"All I have to say is that Rudy and his team are AWESOME, they did dark hardwood maple floors in my living room and hallway and also did laminate in 3 bedrooms...and its looks amazing. His guys including Rami and Adi are professional and pay attention to detail. They worked within my budget and were really reasonable. Thanks Again!!!!!"
HomeOwner • 16 Feb 2014 • HomeStars★★★★★
"Rudy did a great job renoing my stair case as well as installing my hardwood floors. The job was done quickly and exceeded my expectations. Would definitely use him again in the future."
HomeOwner • 18 Feb 2016 • HomeStars