Squeaky Stair Repair in Beaverton

Hey there! Are your stairs making a racket every time you go up or down? That constant creaking can really get on your nerves, can't it? It's a super common problem in homes around here, but the good news is you don't have to live with it. I'm your local Beaverton flooring guy, and I specialize in silencing those noisy indoor steps for good. Let's get that peace and quiet back into your home.

What's Making All That Noise?

So, why do stairs start squeaking in the first place? It's usually pretty simple. Over time, the wood in your staircase shrinks and expands with changes in humidity. This can create tiny gaps between the stair parts—the treads (what you step on) and the risers (the vertical part). When you walk on them, the wood pieces rub against each other or the nails, and that's the squeak you hear. It's not usually a sign that your staircase is failing, but it's definitely annoying and can be a sign that things are getting loose.

It could be a loose tread rubbing against a riser, or the wood rubbing against the stringer, which is the side support board. Sometimes it’s just old nails that have lost their grip over the years. Whatever the cause, it’s a fixable problem.

How I Quiet Your Stairs

My approach is to find the exact source of the squeak and fix it right, so it doesn't come back. I don't just hammer in a few more nails. For wooden stairs, I often use special counter-sinking screws to pull the tread down tight against the riser and stringer, which completely stops the movement and the noise. We can fill the screw holes so you'll barely see them.

If the squeak is coming from the back, we can use construction adhesive and small wood blocks called glue blocks to reinforce the joint between the tread and riser. It’s a solid, long-term solution. And don't worry if you have carpeted stairs! I've got tools and techniques to fix the squeaks from underneath or with minimal disruption to your carpeting. My goal is to solve the problem efficiently and leave your home as tidy as I found it. You'll be amazed at the difference a quiet staircase makes.