Floorboards Repairs
Split, rotten and loose floorboards replaced and secured in Bromley, with matched reclaimed timber.
Saving your original floorboards
Old floorboards take a lot of punishment, from heavy furniture to decades of service work underneath. We regularly find split boards, mismatched patches, rot from old leaks and boards held down with the wrong fixings. We fix the floor properly first, so the finished result looks right and lasts.
What we do
Replacing split, rotten or badly cut boards with matched reclaimed pine
Re-fixing loose boards to stop creaks and movement
Tidying old service cut-outs and short patched pieces
Checking and reinforcing joists where boards have sagged
Matching old boards
Imperial board sizes in older homes do not match modern timber. Reclaimed pine of the right size and age gives a repair that is almost impossible to spot after finishing. Once the boards are sound, floorboards restoration sands and finishes the whole floor so everything matches.
Gaps and draughts
Gaps between old boards are common and can be draughty. Our gap filling service uses pine slivers or resin filler to close them. Because floorboards move with the seasons, gap filling is not covered by our service guarantee, and we always explain this before work starts.
How we secure loose boards
Most movement comes from fixings that have lost their grip or joists that have dried out and moved. We re-fix boards with screws or ring-shank nails, counter-sunk and filled so they disappear after sanding. Where boards bounce, we check the joists underneath and add noggins or support where needed. You end up with a floor that is solid, flat and quiet.
Before you lay a new finish
Repairs always come before sanding, because sanding loose boards leaves dips and ridges. Sorting the boards first means the sanding machines work on a flat, stable surface and the finish lasts longer. If you are planning a restoration, see our guide to restoring Victorian floorboards.
Part of our repairs service
This is one of our specialist wood floor repair services. Our guide on squeaky floorboards and how to fix them explains the usual causes. Every job starts with a free survey and a fixed written quote.
Guide prices
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Floorboard replacement
Matched reclaimed or new boards fitted and blended in.
from £35 per board
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Parquet block repairs
Loose or missing blocks re-laid and matched to the existing floor.
from £45 per m²
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Squeaky floor fix
Secure loose boards and joists to stop creaks.
from £120 per room
Guide prices — we confirm a fixed price after a free survey.
Questions about floorboards repairs
Are my original floorboards worth sanding?
Usually, yes. Period pine boards sand up beautifully. We knock down protruding nails, replace split boards and sand back to fresh timber. Read our guide to Victorian floorboards for the full process.
Why is gap filling not guaranteed?
Gap filling is excluded from our service guarantee. Wooden floors expand and shrink with the seasons and with movement in the building, so filler can crack or work loose over time. We choose the method that suits your floor best to keep this to a minimum.
Will repairs stand out?
We match the species, width and age of your boards wherever possible. After sanding and finishing the whole area, repairs blend in. Learn more about wood floor repairs.
How do you fill gaps between floorboards?
We fill narrow gaps with a resin and wood-dust mix that matches the boards. Larger gaps are best filled with tapered pine slivers, glued and planed flush. Our gap filling guide compares the two.
Do I need to empty the room?
Empty the room where possible and take down curtains that reach the floor. We can help move heavy furniture if we know in advance. Our guide to preparing your home has more tips.
How do you stop a floor creaking?
Squeaks usually come from loose boards rubbing against nails or joists. We re-secure boards with screws and fix any movement in the joists below. Read about why floors squeak.
What our customers say
Engineered floor sanded beautifully
“We were told our engineered oak would need replacing. These guys checked the wear layer and found plenty to work with. It looks brand new.”
Chislehurst
Pleased with the floor
“Our lounge floorboards came up really well. It took a couple of days to get the quote back, but on site they were efficient and tidy.”
Chislehurst
Good decking job
“The deck looks warm and rich again. We had to rebook once because of rain, which is understandable, and they rearranged quickly. Would use again.”
Beckenham