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Hello! Does your staircase announce every trip up or down? A squeak here and a creak there might seem like a small thing, but it can really disrupt the peace and quiet of your home. You shouldn't have to tiptoe around in your own house. As a flooring contractor serving Sunderland, we specialize in finding and fixing those pesky squeaks so you can get back to enjoying a quiet, solid-feeling home.
What's Causing All That Noise?
Most of the time, squeaky stairs are just a natural part of a house settling. Over the years, the wood in your staircase expands and contracts with changes in temperature and humidity. This can cause gaps to form between the parts of your stairs – the treads (what you step on), the risers (the vertical part), and the stringers (the side boards that hold it all together). When you step on a tread, it moves and rubs against another piece of wood, and that's the squeak you hear. It's usually not a major structural problem, but it's definitely annoying!
Our No-Fuss Approach to Fixing Squeaks
Forget just hammering a nail in and hoping for the best. Our goal is to find the exact source of the friction and eliminate it for a long-lasting solution. Depending on your staircase, this could mean a few different things. Often, we can secure the treads and risers more tightly to the stringers using special screws that are designed to pull the wood together without leaving a mess. Sometimes, applying a construction adhesive in the gaps can work wonders by creating a solid bond that prevents any movement.
We do all our work from inside your home with care and respect. If you have carpet, we have ways to work underneath it with minimal disruption. We're tidy, efficient, and focused on one thing: making your home quieter. You don't need a massive, expensive renovation to solve this common problem. A simple, professional repair is usually all it takes to bring the peace back to your home.
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 team did an excellent job! They removed the carpet in my upstairs hallway and carpet from the stairs to install hardwood floors and black steel spindles for my staircase. They did not only meet but exceeded my expectations. They were punctual, dedicated and honest with their work. They made changes that didn't meet their standards and would start re-start so it can meet and exceed my standards. We have received nothing but compliments with the hallway and stairs we got installed. They took pride and care in their work and it definitely showed. I would definitely hire them and refer them to my friends and family. Thanks again Rudy and team, we really appreciate the work! George D. & Family!"
Alex De La Rosa • 28 Apr 2016 • HomeStars★★★★★
"Rudy and his team is very professional. The price was great compare to market. They did an amazing job. They came on time, explained me the process properly and my hardwood was project was done on time. They made sure the house is clean once they were finished doing hardwood installation. I greatly appreciate their commitment towards my project. I highly recommend Delight Flooring. Thank you."
HomeOwner • 28 Nov 2013 • HomeStars★★★★★
"Rudy and his team were super professional and completed the job as requested on time and within budget. The quality of their materials was fantastic and they left no mess behind."
HomeOwner • 21 Mar 2013 • HomeStars