Stop Floor Squeaks. From beginner to pro we have all your answers to quiet those floor squeaks. Another effective way to quiet squeaky floors is to install solid blocking in between the floor joists.
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva silences some squeaky floors. To fix a squeaky floor start by having someone walk around on the floor while you listen from below to identify where the squeak is. First mark that area then using a utility knife carefully drill a hole on the carpet.
Screw the mounting plate to the underside of the subfloor with the four screws provided.
To fix squeaky staircases access the back through a closet and tap the shims into the joints between treads and risers. Once you find it weigh down the floor from above with. See below for a shopping list and toolsSUBSCRIBE to This Old House. Squeaky floors can be repaired using cleats bracing gluing re-screwing or a combination of all the above.
