What this covers
A hardwood repair cuts out boards that are cracked, stained, cupped or rotted and weaves in new boards of the same species and width, staggered so the patch is not a rectangle. Squeaks are fixed from above or below, gaps filled where appropriate, and the repaired area is sanded and finished to blend with the floor, or the whole floor is refinished for an exact match.
When to call
- A few boards stained black or cupped after a leak.
- Pet damage, deep gouges or split boards.
- Squeaks, loose boards or gaps that have opened.
What to expect
- AssessThe company checks the subfloor under the damage for moisture and determines how many boards to replace.
- Remove and weaveDamaged boards are cut out and new boards woven in with staggered joints and the same species and width.
- BlendThe repair is sanded and finished to match, or the whole floor is refinished for a seamless result.
- CheckYou walk the repair in daylight before the job closes.
Get a certified company
Look up a certified company by ZIP code. Every company's license, insurance and trades are verified before it is listed, and placement is never paid.
Questions people ask
Will the repair show?
A woven repair in a refinished floor is hard to find. A spot-finished repair is close but may show in raking light, which the company tells you before choosing.
Can old flooring be matched?
Common species and widths are available. Unusual or antique boards may be matched from reclaimed stock. The company sources before starting.
What causes squeaks?
Boards or subfloor moving against nails or joists. Screws from below or special fasteners from above fix most of them.
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