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Are you looking for an expert in wooden flooring repairs to help fix your broken floorboards, rotten support beams, or cracked timber? Search for experienced professionals near you with Checkatrade.
How to find experts in wooden flooring repairs near you
Finding a local specialist to repair damaged wooden floors can be tricky if you don’t have any recommendations from family or friends. That’s where Checkatrade can help.
Just choose from one of these three simple steps below to find experts in wooden flooring repairs in your local area:
Option 1 – Download our app
Connect directly with local wooden flooring repair services via our secure in-app chat. Discuss project details, ask questions, receive quotes and arrange dates — all without phone calls or emails.
Option 2 – Use our ‘request a quote’ form
Rather receive an email? Fill in our quick ‘request a quote’ form to receive quotes directly to your inbox from affordable floor repair tradespeople nearby.
Option 3 – Search our online trade directory
Just type your postcode in the box below to see who comes highly rated in your area, and then contact them directly.
All of our approved members have passed our thorough checks. So you can be sure of their workmanship and skills to get your wooden flooring looking its best again.
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Your questions about wooden flooring repairs answered
Robust, easy to clean and characterful – there are plenty of positives to having wooden flooring.
But over time, wear and tear and the occasional accident take its toll on all wooden flooring, however hardwearing.
What are common wooden flooring issues and can they be repaired?
Some of the most common wooden flooring issues Checkatrade tradespeople see include:
Scratches – Commonly caused by pets or moving furniture
Gaps/cracks – Some homeowners like the character of the occasional gap or knot in the wood. But if it’s turning into a trip hazard, you’ll need it fixing
Rotten floor joists – Often caused by water damage. this can be dangerous if left unrepaired
Squeaky floor – This can happen if the wooden flooring hasn’t been professionally installed
Woodworm – A common problem in period homes
The good news is an experienced wooden flooring repairs specialist can often fix the problems listed above.
However, the cost of repairing wooden floors in the UK can vary depending on the scale of the issue.
How much do wooden flooring repairs cost in the UK?
The cost of hiring experienced tradespeople for wooden floor restorations depends on a few different factors, including:
Wood type – Repairing or restoring hardwood, such as oak, will cost more than engineered wood
The level of the damage - How bad is it?
The room size - How widespread is the issue?
Where you are - Costs tend to be higher in London and the South
If specialist work is required – If woodworm has caused the damage, this requires more specialist treatment, and you might need to contact a pest controller
You’re always best off speaking to a wooden flooring repairs specialist near you to get an exact quote. But to give you a general steer, here’s some estimated costs:
Sanding and refinishing – This will cost on average £42 per m² and labour will cost between £30 - £50 per hour
Replacing damaged boards and fixing gaps – A wooden floor repairer might quote you their hourly rate for this type of job. This is on average between £30 - £50
We suggest getting at least three quotes from local specialists in wooden flooring repairs. That way, you can be sure you're getting the best tradesperson and price for the job.
Our wooden flooring restoration cost guide has plenty more information about the processes and prices involved.
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Why choose a professional for wooden flooring repairs?
Restoring wood floors is a labour-intensive task and requires specialist equipment. That's why, if you have no experience in this sort of task, we think it's best left to the professionals.
The benefits of hiring professionals over DIY to help repair your wooden floors speak for themselves.
Not only will a specialist know all the best methods to fix gaps in wooden flooring and squeaky floorboards, they can also provide:
Expertise in handling different wood types
Access to specialised tools
Efficient working practices to get the job done quickly
What can you expect from a local wooden flooring repair service?
Ready to find affordable floor repair tradespeople near you to bring your wooden flooring back to its former glory? Great!
Book through Checkatrade, and you can expect your wooden flooring repairs specialist to:
Deliver high-quality workmanship
Maintain high standards of personal conduct
Work safely, ethically, and within their skill set
Communicate clearly and honestly
Agree on costs and contract terms upfront
Encourage and welcome customer reviews
We're so confident in the quality of the trades on Checkatrade that if you book through us, we guarantee their work (up to £1,000 for 12 months – Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply).
Getting your wooden flooring repairs sorted is easy with Checkatrade. Just search for trusted professionals in your area using our free directory below.
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