Why your hardwood floors might be squeaking
In short: In this video, general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to silence noisy floorboards. You will learn about the specific construction methods that cause friction and how to address them.
Tom Silva explains that the squeaks in this apartment stem from a "sleeper" system. In this type of flooring, narrow strips of wood are placed between the sub-floor and the finished floor to act as soundproofing. The video covers the process of repairing these noisy sections.
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