Flooring repair is a project many homeowners encounter during the life of a property. General wear and tear as well as more serious issues like moisture damage can require professional attention.
While some small issues can be handled on your own for a bargain, most flooring materials come with considerable costs to repair and may require a professional. But how do you know what you’ll need to pay?
Here is some basic information about flooring installation and repair to help you plan for your home improvement and maintenance budget:
Flooring surfaces often require leveling. When the flooring has been improperly leveled, it creates gaps. Sometimes it is possible to resolve the issue with the use of liquid self-leveling products similar to concrete.
Alternatively, the floor can be replaced entirely to prevent damage. For more serious problems, it’s best to hire a structural engineer, as problems with flooring joints can cause severe damage to other parts of your home.
A sagging floor requires some of the same attention as an improperly leveled floor. Sagging can be caused by flooding or rotting of subfloor or floorboard joints. Luckily, subfloor related repairs are generally simple enough to DIY.
Bigger problems can have heftier costs, depending on the cause of the sagging. If you notice your floors sagging, the best thing to do is contact a flooring contractor to do a thorough inspection, which can save you money over time.
If your floors have damage from rot, you’ll need epoxy fill. Epoxy fill is a liquid material which hardens as it dries and can be used to patch rotten areas. Small rotten areas can be repaired with epoxy, but if you notice larger portions of your floor have rot damage, call a professional to determine your best course of action.
Flooring repairs range in cost depending on factors including square footage, material and cause of damage. For carpets, hardwood floors, vinyl flooring, laminate flooring and tile flooring, you can probably expect to pay somewhere between $30 and $60 per square foot.
Cost of repairs can also depend on whether the flooring installation needs to be completely redone or just repaired in specific areas. A flooring contractor should be able to give you a quote based on the type of flooring and the damage to give you the best information for budgeting.
For more information about costs associated with different flooring materials and problems, consider contacting a flooring contractor or other professional. The more you know about potential issues, the better you can prepare for any eventual maintenance needs.
Terese Ferrara is a long-time resident of the Bay Area and has been a partner with The Goss Real Estate Group for many years. She and her husband raised their two daughters in San Jose, where she successfully continues to build her real estate career.
After earning a bachelor’s degree from San Jose State University, she went on to teach in the San Jose Unified School District for 9 years. Transitioning to real estate was a logical choice, utilizing her patient demeanor to educate all levels of buyers and sellers. Knowledge and experience demonstrate her vested interest in delivering the highest level of care and professionalism to every client. She consistently strives to exceed her client’s expectations throughout the entire real estate transaction and remains a trusted advisor long after each close.
As a board member on KW Bay Area Estates’ Associate Leadership Council (ALC), she aids in support of culture and professional development strategies for over 180 associates. Terese is also a Director for the Santa Clara County Association of Realtors Foundation, which supports community service initiatives in Silicon Valley.
Terese is the consummate real estate professional dedicated to providing unparalleled service to her clients through ongoing training and education, keeping her on top of the dynamic market and latest real estate trends. Her high-touch approach coupled with honesty and integrity support her commitment to her client’s real estate needs.
