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Squeaky stairs are more than just an annoyance; they're a sign that parts of your staircase are loose. Every step shouldn't announce your presence. Whether it's one problem tread or the whole flight, the noise only gets worse over time. We provide a straightforward, effective repair service for indoor staircases here in Markham. We'll find the source of the friction and secure it properly so you can have a solid, quiet set of stairs again.
What Causes Squeaky Stairs?
The noise you hear is almost always wood rubbing against wood or a nail. Over time, as your house settles and wood expands or contracts with humidity changes, gaps can form. The main culprits are the stair treads (the part you step on) and the risers (the vertical part) pulling away from the stringers (the side frame). When you step on the tread, it moves, causing that familiar squeak or creak.
Ignoring it won't make it go away. That movement can worsen, leading to more noise and less stability. Quick fixes like powders or shims often fail because they don't address the core problem: loose components.
How we Fix Them
Our approach is direct and built to last. First, we identify exactly where the movement is happening. Access is key. If we can get to the underside of the stairs, we can add reinforcing blocks and use construction adhesive and screws to pull the tread and riser tight against the stringer. This completely stops the movement and the noise.
If there's no access from below, we work from the top. For carpeted stairs, we can often work through the carpet to drive specialized screws that secure the tread without leaving a trace. On hardwood stairs, the process may involve drilling small pilot holes to secure the treads, which are then filled with matching wood filler. The goal is always the same: create a solid, rigid connection between the parts of your staircase. This isn't a cosmetic patch; it's a structural repair that stops the squeak for good.
Repair expectations: Repair appearance depends on the condition of the surrounding floor and the availability of compatible matching material.
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★★★★★
"Rudy provided a professional and high quality service, he was friendly and provided a very competitive quote. I choose based on reviews here, and would recommend to my friends and family."
HomeOwner • 14 Jun 2014 • HomeStars★★★★★
"Rudy was extremely professional and efficient. We were on a very tight timeline and he was able to help us go from quote to full install in 5 days. His team was very professional and they did a good job tiding up after themselves. Our floors look amazing. I would highly recommend using this company, they are all the things you could ask for in a contractor; polite, neat, reasonably priced and timely. Thank you so much again Rudy for all your great work!"
Sonia Neacsu • 18 Apr 2016 • HomeStars★★★★★
"We had 3 quotes and 1 was double Rudy's out and the other guy said it couldn't be done. Rudy got it done and they look great. Spiral staircases, one with carpet that was removed and the other was a builders grade spiral to basement. Rudy was here every day at the exact time he said he would show up and was flexible to work with around our schedule. We were delayed a week, but once we got started everything was exactly on schedule. He custom matched the stain to our current floors and we are thrilled with the finished product. They cleaned up everyday at the end of the job sd were very respectful of our home and family life (2 small kids and pets). Absolutely would recommend Rudy and his guys"
HomeOwner • 13 Mar 2014 • HomeStars