Hardwood flooring adds timeless beauty to any space. However, older floors may start to squeak with age. Luckily, several easy and affordable steps can put an end to squeaks. If you want to enjoy your floors without hearing them, here’s what you should know.

A Guide to Repairing Squeaky Hardwood Flooring

1. Add Dry Lubricant

Sometimes, floorboards just need a bit of lubrication to stop squeaking. Because moisture may damage hardwood, apply a dry lubricant like graphite or talcum powder to squeaky floorboards. Cover them with a towel, and walk over them to help the lubricant settle between boards. Vacuum up any excess.

2. Add Shims to Gaps

Have someone walk across a floor while you listen from below. When you hear a squeak, insert a small wooden shim into the gap between the floorboard and the joist. Shims will stop the board from moving up and down. If you don’t have access to a floor’s underside, contact a professional hardwood repair service to assess and fix any squeaks.

3. Add Blocks

For widespread squeaking, have a professional team of hardwood floor specialists add blocks between floor joists. They’ll cut pieces of lumber to fit under sections that squeak and secure them in place to add support. Extra support prevents that friction between boards that leads to noisy floors.

If you’re looking for a hardwood repair company to help you with squeaky floors, contact Hardwood Rescue. Based in Chesterfield, MO, they serve customers throughout Greater St. Louis. Their team of professionals offers a wide array of services to help keep hardwood flooring looking new, including sanding, staining, repair, and dust-free refinishing. In business for more than 17 years, they’re known for quality service that’s also affordable. Visit the company’s website to see a full list of services. To request assistance, call (636) 532-5476.